The Guesthouse and the Clubhouse are located on one of the largest Nile crocodile farms in the world. Our conducted tours will take you through the entire growth process of the crocodile as well as the adrenalin-rush of the breeding ponds.

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CROC FARM TOUR

A visit to Siansowa is incomplete without our two hour guided tour of one of the largest commercial Nile crocodile farms in the world. Seen it all before? Don’t find much interesting about crocodiles? WRONG!!!
This is a crocodile experience with a difference. Why? For the simple reason that it is not a tourist attraction, but a working commercial farm, the concept of which is to conserve the wild population. The first hour comprises of a look into the complex and forever changing world of crocodile husbandry. From the careful and painstaking process of incubating the eggs, the science of feed formulae, disease control and quality processing, right through to the legal and economic aspects of trade in what used to be one of the world’s most endangered species, and how that trade has been the key instrument in crocodile conservation policy.
The second half is where it really gets exciting as we move down to the breeding dams and literally step back 200 million years to the time when giant reptiles ruled the Earth! 7 hectares of earth dams, with more than 1,500 massive adult crocs, which are kept purely for breeding purposes. The dams are divided into six sections, so everyday is a feed day and the action can be spectacular. Don’t forget your binoculars either as the dams are a birders’ paradise too!
Some of the comments we have received speak for themselves
“You have never seen a crocodile farm if you haven’t been here!”- Zambian crocodile farmer.
“This is an experience comparable to the gorillas in Uganda.” – New Zealand overland operator. (This may be far fetched, but he did actually say this!)

BUSH WALK ON ISLANDS

A two-hour guided walk on Maaze or Mashape Islands, both teeming with a variety of game like Kudu, Sable, Eland, Impala, Reedbuck, Common Duiker, Bushbuck, Waterbuck, Blue Wildebeest, Liechtenstein Hartebeest, as well as Elephant, Hippo, Zebra, Warthog, Bush Pig, Vervet Monkeys, Cachma Baboons, Slender and Yellow Mongoose, Civet, Nile Crocodile and excellent bird life.
Our guide Chris will drive you to the islands on a banana boat from our little harbour at The Clubhouse, enjoying lake Kariba’s stunning sunrise and he will tell you all about the game, the bush, the trees, the islands and the lake (including local beliefs).

GAME VIEWING & SUNSET CRUISE
Experience Kariba’s “world famous” sunset from the deck of “Langaula”, our big cruise boat with bar and BBQ on board, dinners also available upon request. The less strenuous way to see the game and bird life around the islands and in the water!

FISHING SAFARIS
Catch Bream for supper or fight the notorious Tiger. Guide/driver, tackle, bait and fuel included. Packed lunch included on full day trip. There are various fish species in Lake Kariba: apart from the famous fighting Tiger fish and the delicious Bream species (Kariba, Rainbow, Green and Pink), you can also try your skills and luck with Cornish Jack, Catfish, Chessa and Vundu. While casting and reeling enjoy (again!) the view of the game and birdlife around you!

BIRD WATCHING & BUSH WALK IN THE MAINLAND NATURE RESERVE

Spot some elusive species on a guided bird watching walk around the mainland nature reserve. Siansowa is home to numerous bird species that are rare in the area - such as the Bat Hawk, the White-backed Night Heron, the Grey Parrot, the Eastern Nicator, the Palm-nut Vulture, the African Rail, the Cardinal Quelea, and the Western Banded Snake Eagle. The African Fish Eagle is a permanent and common resident here; we hope that its famous and suggestive calls will not “disturb” you too much!!! During your “bird watching walk” you can also enjoy the sight of the game on the mainland.

Spend a bit of time in the LOCAL MARKET to see how things work in the real rural Africa

Watch the crews of the commercial “KAPENTA” (=fresh water sardine) fishing boats in action at night

Visit a traditional FISHING VILLAGE

Relax at the poolside or get stuck in a hammock overlooking the lake, enjoying an ice cold drink.