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Our place is a family holiday resort in Siavonga, Zambia. Siavonga is a small town on the shores of Lake Kariba and is known as the "Riviera of Zambia". We have just taken over management. It has suffered a decline in the last few years and needs some pepping up. Due to various factors upkeep on the resort has been neglected. But it is such a beautiful spot and just needs some tlc. Unfortunately the owners cannot afford to spend a lot of money on renovations, so that's why we need workawayers. Our project is the renovation of the campsite bathrooms. We still have international guests visiting the resort: Swiss, French, German, Australian, South Africans and Zimbabweans. A working holiday at our resort would be rewarding as you make a big difference with some painting, gardening and decorating. Whitewashing tables and chairs. Pruning trees. Thatching beach umbrellas. Decorating the camping bathrooms. We have a beach bar which is the social hub of the resort. Activities to do in your free time include walking through an authentic African market, canoe safaris, fishing, and bird watching. There are several needy organisations in the vicinity which you may want to get involved in, including several rural schools and an orphanage. Zambian people are super friendly and welcoming. As a cultural experience, Siavonga and surrounds are rich in opportunities. We have backpacker or camping accommodation. We have 5 large, friendly dogs and 5 lively children!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will feel welcomed exploring a real African market. Siavonga is in a rural area, villages are just like they have been for centuries. The Zambian people are friendly and helpful. Most Zambians can speak a few words of English and are keen to interact with tourists. Siavonga is not at all a commercialised tourist destination where a visitor would only see curios. Rather it is a real Zambian town with authentic Zambian culture.
Help
We need help with painting, decorating, making rustic light fittings, gardening, and plumbing.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Chichewa, Chewa, Nyanja: Fluent
Shona: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Workawayers accommodation is a small chalet with bathroom en suite and rustic kitchen.
If workawayers choose camping, we will provide a tent to share between two people, mattresses, towels and bedding. In dry season (April through October) we offer a mosquito net under the stars which is an awesome experience as there is very little light pollution and the stars are beautifully clear.
We will provide 1 delicious meal per day for supper. Supper/dinner is pasta, burgers, fish, chicken or tradional Zambian nshima and relish, served with salad/veg and chips/mash. Cold drinking water will be provided but any other drinks can be purchased at the beach bar or in Siavonga market.
What else ...
The big city lights of Lusaka are only 3 hours away by bus. In Siavonga you can explore a traditional African market, go fishing, bird watch, do a canoe safari, explore the islands and hiking trails around the resort. Lake Kariba is actually a dam. The Zambezi River was dammed in the 1960's to form a massive body of water shared between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Most people in Siavonga live from the fishing industry and crocodile farms. There are huge fish farms in the area as well as small, family run Kapenta (tiny dried fish, a staple food of Zambia) businesses. There are quite a few Lodges/hotels in Siavonga but we are the only one with a beach bar where people gather in the evening to socialise.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a big campsite with green grass, ablution block, braai areas and lake views. The trees are high enough for overlander trucks.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 411536674499
Feedback (33)
27 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jacobus) for host
What a wonderful experience. This was my second Workaway, and what I really liked about Tom is the fact that he knew exactly what he wanted. He showed me the projects he needed help with, and I could get on with them. Dinners at night revealed him to be a very interesting human being - he was an elephant trainer! - and a man with a big heart and a… read more
3 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
I spent a lovely month with Tom and Jo and the kids. Nice calm and relaxed atmosphere to the resort and to Siavonga in general. Since Jo and the boys are making a move to the UK I did a few hours of maths tutoring each day but also worked on a seating area for the fire pit and helped Monika (another workawayer) with reupholstering the conference… read more
16 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andreas) for host
I recently volunteered at Tom and Jo’s lodge in Siavonga, Zambia, and it was a great experience. After a long car ride from Johannesburg, I arrived at their place, and let me tell you—it was absolutely worth it.
The lodge is nestled in a serene setting, surrounded by nature. My private accommodation, with its stunning lake view, felt like… read more
The lodge is nestled in a serene setting, surrounded by nature. My private accommodation, with its stunning lake view, felt like… read more
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27 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jacobus) for host
What a wonderful experience. This was my second Workaway, and what I really liked about Tom is the fact that he knew exactly what he wanted. He showed me the projects he needed help with, and I could get on with them. Dinners at night revealed him to be a very interesting human being - he was an elephant trainer! - and a man with a big heart and a… read more
3 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
I spent a lovely month with Tom and Jo and the kids. Nice calm and relaxed atmosphere to the resort and to Siavonga in general. Since Jo and the boys are making a move to the UK I did a few hours of maths tutoring each day but also worked on a seating area for the fire pit and helped Monika (another workawayer) with reupholstering the conference… read more
16 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andreas) for host
I recently volunteered at Tom and Jo’s lodge in Siavonga, Zambia, and it was a great experience. After a long car ride from Johannesburg, I arrived at their place, and let me tell you—it was absolutely worth it.
The lodge is nestled in a serene setting, surrounded by nature. My private accommodation, with its stunning lake view, felt like… read more
The lodge is nestled in a serene setting, surrounded by nature. My private accommodation, with its stunning lake view, felt like… read more
3 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Skyler & Lance) for host
In March 2023 we stayed with Tom, Jo and their family for about 2 weeks. It was our very first workaway, and they set the standards very high !! They were so welcoming from the very first minute !! We had our own private accommodation with everything we could possibly need and an amazing view. (We even saw the resident hippos everyday).
They… read more
They… read more
14 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alejandra) for host
I don't have enough words to describe how amazing was my time here with the Peschen family, they are a really beautiful fun, and kind family!
I did all sort of things while volunteering with them, build and paint a wall, make furniture, make some paints for the ice shop, cakes decoration, event planning, planting, file organization,etc. there's… read more
I did all sort of things while volunteering with them, build and paint a wall, make furniture, make some paints for the ice shop, cakes decoration, event planning, planting, file organization,etc. there's… read more
17 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Vrolijkereiziger) for host
During Spring 2024 I stayed some time with Tom, Jo with kids and further crowd. It was very hot, quiet and dry but I had a great time with very nice people!
I was given excellent evening dish, nice own accommodation and a lot of freedom to find jobs to do and spend my time! I tried to further develop the vegetable growing, cleared the hiking… read more
I was given excellent evening dish, nice own accommodation and a lot of freedom to find jobs to do and spend my time! I tried to further develop the vegetable growing, cleared the hiking… read more
15 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Horst)
Horst was a very pleasant Work away
He kept himself busy with all kind of jobs .
He renovated the work away cottage , painted our giant Couch on the beach and he helped all over the resort .
He is welcomed any time again
He just fitted in 100%
Thank you Horst for all your help and all the very best for your travels
We would be very happy to… read more
He kept himself busy with all kind of jobs .
He renovated the work away cottage , painted our giant Couch on the beach and he helped all over the resort .
He is welcomed any time again
He just fitted in 100%
Thank you Horst for all your help and all the very best for your travels
We would be very happy to… read more
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Horst) for host
I stayed with Tom and Jo's resort for three weeks (25/9/23 to 13/10/23). First of all I would like to say Thank You so, so much. I felt being part of the family. Tom explained everything to me that has to do with the resort their guests, and the lake, the dam, the animals like hippos and crocs. But he also has amazing ideas for future projects he… read more
6 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Harsh & Sabrina)
Harsh and Sabrina were a marvelous help at our place! They worked hard and did all sorts of jobs, going above and beyond. They decorated, fixed fairy lights, set up a website, brought us into the digital age with online bookings (about time!), helped build a giant couch, sorted out store rooms, and many more things. We are so grateful for their… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Harsh & Sabrina) for host
We had the most amazing time at the Resort! It is an absolutely beautiful place, and there is so much to do. Tom, the manager, has so many great ideas to fix up the place, but really needs people around to make things go smoothly (which is where volunteers come in). During our stay, we did all kinds of work like painting, building, setting up a… read more
6 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jamie)
Jamie helped us doing lots of different odd jobs. He is a charming, positive, guy with a wonderful sense of humour. It was a pleasure to host him at our place.
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jamie) for host
I was here for 2 weeks. Tom, Jo and the whole family were very welcoming and accomodating. The cooking was delicious! The accommodation was pleasant - a separate cottage with own bathroom, simple kitchen and air conditioning. For me, the work was mainly painting, with some teaching and other manual tasks. I enjoyed my time here and felt quite sad… read more
3 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Hannes ) for host
Me and Hannes applied to join the family at the lodge just 2 days beforehand and we were so happy to get a YES!
when we arrived we got the absolute warmest welcome ever by a magical dinner together with family and friends!
The family is absolutely one of the most fun, welcoming, open minded and loving! The job we got to do was to build a "cosy… read more
when we arrived we got the absolute warmest welcome ever by a magical dinner together with family and friends!
The family is absolutely one of the most fun, welcoming, open minded and loving! The job we got to do was to build a "cosy… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Felipe)
Felipe is a super guy who helped us with gardening and opening and signposting the hiking trail. He is a hard worker and a pleasure to have in our home and we are looking forward to seeing him again in the future.
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Felipe) for host
Tom and Joanna are good hosts. I stayed with them for 10 days doing some activities like painting and reopening the trail.
Children are a lot of fun and we also spend time together.
I really enjoyed the pool and also the activities with boat and rowing on the river.
Around 18:10 is the best sunset I have ever seen in my life.
I can't describe… read more
Children are a lot of fun and we also spend time together.
I really enjoyed the pool and also the activities with boat and rowing on the river.
Around 18:10 is the best sunset I have ever seen in my life.
I can't describe… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nils)
Nils helped us with painting and he baked the most delicious artisan bread. He fit into our chaos with no problem. Nils took the workaways and our kids on hikes to the dam wall and into town. It was great to hear about his adventures and plans for the future. He was flexible with the work we asked him to do, covering chairs (he repaired our staple… read more
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nils) for host
I have been staying at the Family and working at the beach lodge for 3 weeks this year and would like to share my great experience.
It started amazing by great luck, getting picked up in Lusaka (what is luck & coordination). The whole family been there from the first time meeting them and is very welcoming, treating you like a part of their… read more
It started amazing by great luck, getting picked up in Lusaka (what is luck & coordination). The whole family been there from the first time meeting them and is very welcoming, treating you like a part of their… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mary )
Mary did a fantastic mural for us. She is a talented person with many good ideas and neat execution of plans. She helped us out such a lot with house sitting and looking after our crazy animals. We could go away knowing our place was in competent, trustworthy hands. Mary fit in well with our family, almost like one of the kids and became a big… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mary ) for host
Siavonga was my first workaway and it was such an amazing experience Jo is an amazing cook and planner, Tom is full of so many creative ideas and interesting stories, the boys are just heart warming, full of energy and so adventurous and their pets are beautiful and great company. I had such an incredible time, house and pet sitting, home… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim & Jip)
Tim and Jip helped us such a lot with painting a load of furniture! They are easy going, hard workers who use their initiative and have creative ideas. It was so interesting to meet them and hear about their experiences travelling. They are wonderful, caring people who have a positive effect on others. We wish them all the best for their travels… read more
(Excellent)
28 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tim & Jip) for host
Boy oh boy, what did we have a good time in Siavonga! The place is so serene, beautifully located with superb chalets and swimming pool. We painted 5 hours a day, which allowed us to have plenty of time to go out and explore or just to stay in and enjoy some long-awaited relaxation after our travels. However, the highlight of our day always was to… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)
Tanja and Jamil are a great couple. They are willing to work and are creative with painting murals etc. We really enjoyed our dinners together with good conversation and laughter. We learned a lot from them and wish them all the best for their future adventures.
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host
We stayed for 4 weeks and had an amazing time. It's a quiet and relaxing place. The family is wonderful - so welcoming and kind. The food was fantastic and we loved sharing stories. Thank you for this great experience😊
30 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Dan & Eve)
Dan and Eve were such a great help. They worked hard helping us with homeschooling and renovating our house. Dan did a super job painting, very neat and quick and tidied up really well afterwards. Eve did a sterling job homeschooling our boys, being patient and kind and teaching in an engaging way. Our boys miss her such a lot and often talk about… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Dan & Eve) for host
We had a wonderful experience with Jo, Tom and their lovely family! They're all really interesting, open and friendly people. We had a great time re-decorating and homeschooling the children. Sammy was a great host too, he took us to Kariba Dam and into Siavonga town. We loved everything about this workaway and would recommend it to anyone who… read more
30 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jaël)
Jael (or Sophie by her second name) worked hard painting chalets and helping us improve our place. She is a lovely person with a great sense of humour who coped well with our chaos. She has a wonderful future ahead of her and we are sure she will succeed in whatever she does. Jael has a no fuss attitude and fit into our home life with ease.
(Excellent)
20 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jaël) for host
Thank you so much for these great two weeks!! Amazing hospitality, amazing people (Tom, Jo and the wonderful kids), amazing place and enviroment.
I also really enjoyed the painting work and helping them to improve and renovate this special place.
The two weeks here passed so fast, cause I enjoyed it so much.
We ate dinner together, the volunteers… read more
I also really enjoyed the painting work and helping them to improve and renovate this special place.
The two weeks here passed so fast, cause I enjoyed it so much.
We ate dinner together, the volunteers… read more
30 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Shai)
Shai was a great help at our place. He is a hard worker with many skills. Shai is organised so the work went very fast painting chalets. Shai is also a thinking man, a kind person, and it was a wonderful experience to have him in our home, at our dinner table and have good discussions about many subjects. He was patient with our chaos and took… read more
(Excellent)
17 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Shai) for host
I workedaway at the place with another volunteer for two weeks, during May 2020 and the experience was just amazing. I could not expect for more.
First, the hospitality of this warm family was lovely. We were asked to work several hours a day while choosing for ourselves what to do, given the priorities of the hosts. We did our best and always… read more
First, the hospitality of this warm family was lovely. We were asked to work several hours a day while choosing for ourselves what to do, given the priorities of the hosts. We did our best and always… read more
17 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Büşra & Gülfem)
Büsra and Gülfem are wonderful examples of young women wanting to help others, uplift people, and work to improve the welfare of women. We had a great time exchanging experiences and we learned a lot from them. They have a positive influence on those around them. Büsra and Gülfam are willing to work hard, doing painting and decor. They helped us a… read more
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Büşra & Gülfem) for host
We stayed at Tom and Jo's place almost two weeks. From the beginning they were always there to communicate even before we arrived.
The tasks are mainly painting and renewing things around, decorating the place.
As long as you work required amount of time Tom is okay whenever you do, which was perfect for us.
The place you stay is really good and… read more
The tasks are mainly painting and renewing things around, decorating the place.
As long as you work required amount of time Tom is okay whenever you do, which was perfect for us.
The place you stay is really good and… read more
17 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Karen & Francisco)
Carlos and Karen helped us so much. They are really hard workers and willing to help with different projects like painting and decor. We had a great time getting to know them - they are good ambassadors for Mexico, cook delicious enchiladas, and made us want to visit their home country. It was a pleasure to spend time with these two optimistic,… read more
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Karen & Francisco) for host
Our experience with Jo and Tom was one of the best in Workaway:
- Tasks were fun, entertaining and you feel you add value to the place (we did a lot of painting in the hotel).
- The meal offered by the family is just THE BEST. We tried to kidnap Jo and keep her amazing cooking skills forever, but we know her family will miss her too much :P
- You… read more
- Tasks were fun, entertaining and you feel you add value to the place (we did a lot of painting in the hotel).
- The meal offered by the family is just THE BEST. We tried to kidnap Jo and keep her amazing cooking skills forever, but we know her family will miss her too much :P
- You… read more
19 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Barry & Julie)
Barry and Julie have a 'can do' attitude, very hands on and helpful. They re-upholstered chairs, fixed wiring in the campsite and house and many other things. Barry and Julie were a pleasure to have in our home with their positive attitudes and cheerful dispositions. Barry even recorded a song!
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Barry & Julie) for host
We spent 3 wonderful weeks in May 2021 at the place with Tom and Jo and their family. It was our first WorkAway experience and we loved every minute. Tom and Jo are kind and generous hosts who welcomed us into their home.
We've got a fully equipped camping vehicle so we set up ourselves in the beautiful campsite, even though there is a cottage… read more
We've got a fully equipped camping vehicle so we set up ourselves in the beautiful campsite, even though there is a cottage… read more
19 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
Christina and Janina were absolute stars. They have a good work ethic and did their jobs with a positive, helpful attitude. The girls fitted in with our crazy household, helping the children with their chores even. Thanks guys!
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
We had a very nice stay in Siavonga with Jo, Tom and their kids. We felt very welcome into their home and enjoyed the funny evenings with the family and friends. Jo and Tom showed us the town, the community center where we interacted with local people and many other things. Thank you so much for having us, taking us around and the delicious… read more
20 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin & Marie-Lucie)
What a pleasure it was to host Ben, Marie and their lovely children! They are a loving, positive thinking, wonderful family. Ben and Marie have valuable skills in renovation/building, computer/internet to share. They are creative, resourceful and always willing to lend a hand. Lisette, Aliocha and Eglantine are polite, sweet natured, intelligent… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin & Marie-Lucie) for host
What to say ?... We had such a wonderful time with the whole family. We came for 10 days and we were so sad to leave a month later ! We got very close to everybody. The energy of Tom, the kindness of Joanna, the stories they tell, the fun with the kids, the particular moments we went through for Christmas, the very lovely place on the lake,… read more
30 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ines) for host
Tom, Jo and the kids are amazing. I had a really good time in Zambia and I will never forget what they did for me. During the lockdown, they received me and made me feel like home. They are amazing host I the kids are lovely. I hope I can see them soon :) Big kisses from Portugal, I miss you all!!
24 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ines)
Inez worked hard and used her skills as a landscape architect to help us improve our garden nd house. She is a cheerful, happy person with great people skills. Inez was so good to our children, helping them with their chores and encouraging them in their work. She was stuck at our place during the pandemic and made the best out of a very difficult… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Matan & Naomi)
Pisch and Nofar are so talented! They can truly make treasures out of trash! With their outstanding work ethic, superb eye for design, and excellent skills, they built chairs, tables, benches, swings and a smoker - all from minimal material and upcycling from the scrap heap. We loved having them in our home with their positive outlook and helpful,… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Matan & Naomi) for host
Tom, Jo and the kids are just amazing!!!
We have been there two weeks and we enjoyed every day there.
From the first moment we arrived, we felt very welcoming by there worm hospitality.
To have siting with them for a meal was always funny and interesting story's :).
They all so helped us to find the nice and unique places around siavonga and… read more
We have been there two weeks and we enjoyed every day there.
From the first moment we arrived, we felt very welcoming by there worm hospitality.
To have siting with them for a meal was always funny and interesting story's :).
They all so helped us to find the nice and unique places around siavonga and… read more
8 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Katy)
Katy is an exceptional person! It was so great to have her in our home, she became part of our family in no time. Katy helped us build an outside shower, helped in our house with cooking and babysitting, even homeschooling. We were away overnight unexpectedly and I was so happy to know that our children were in Katy's capable, reliable hands. She… read more
(Excellent)
2 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Katy) for host
What can I say, I spent almost 3 weeks at Eagle's and I was welcomed as part of the family. Tom and Jo are amazing hosts - I was very well looked after with fresh cooked food and made to feel very welcome. Lots of interesting talks in the evenings about life in Africa! A huge thank you to Sammy, Elijah and Lewis for making me feel so at home and… read more
20 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marja)
We really enjoyed having Marja with us at the resort! We miss her! She is friendly, helpful, and warm-hearted. Marja helped us with the huge task of end of year stock take. She is an organized, efficient person and did the job so well! Marja also helped with admin and Christmas décor, and did a great job. We wish her all the best for her travels!!
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marja) for host
I had a wonderful 4 weeks in December with Tom, Joanna and the boys. I felt really part of their warm family. I helped with making an inventory of the whole resort, did some administration, Christmas decorations and learned a lot about running a lodge in Zambia. The area of the resort is beautiful at the shores of Lake Kariba and I made some… read more
18 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (ALINE)
Aline worked very hard in the hot sun making our entrance beautiful with a spiral rockery and succulent garden. She works very well with others and inspires them to come up with their own ideas. The time with Aline went so fast! Thank you so much and happy travels, Aline!
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (ALINE) for host
I passed 2 weeks in the place. My english is bad but it was very very nice. I worked with the gardeners to created rockery garden. It was very interesting to see the Zambian technik.. The Tom and Jo's family is very nice. I recommandés a lot
. And thanks a lot for all. Thank you so much
. And thanks a lot for all. Thank you so much
15 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (PATRICK)
Patrick is friendly and easy going, independent and easy to get along with. He is highly skilled, efficient and gets the job done really fast. We are so sorry we did not have more jobs for him. He rewired a small houseboat, installed the electrics in a building and did maintenance on some fans. We are very glad to have met Patrick, and heard about… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Florent & Alice)
Florent and Alice are great people! They are hard working, friendly, helpful and have a wonderful sense of humour. They really worked very hard building stone walls in our campsite and surrounds. We loved having them in our home and they were super with the kids. We wish them all the best for the future!
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Florent & Alice) for host
We spent a really great time with Tom, Jo and there big family. We are so glad to have had our first workaway experience with them. We stayed there for 3 weeks and helped them to improve the campsite (building walls and BBQ with stones).
Tom and Jo were really welcoming and prepared a room with our own bathroom for us. We could share all the… read more
Tom and Jo were really welcoming and prepared a room with our own bathroom for us. We could share all the… read more
21 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tylan & Niels)
We had such a great experience with Tylan and Niels. They are so keen to help, have very useful skills and use their initiative. Tylan and Niels helped us with painting, sewing, repairing furniture, making covers for chairs, boat engine repairs and loads of ideas for our resort. They are interesting, fun, and love to meet new people and learn… read more
(Excellent)
21 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tylan & Niels) for host
Our stay with Jo, Tom and the boys was everything we hoped for: This is an absolutely lovely, peaceful place! The family was very warm, welcoming and super interesting to talk with. The kids are charming and fun. Our accommodations were very comfortable. We got involved in several different projects around the property and we felt we could… read more
1 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
My stay with Jo and Tom was awsome, I felt like I was part of their family. Tom makes you invested in the improvement of the lodge, Jo cook very good meals, their children are kind to play with you. Beside those very good feelings, the place is wonderfull and very quiet. It was an amazing stop in my trip, I wish I'll come back an other time
29 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
Simon is a great guy! He helped us such a lot restoring furniture and decorating for Easter, helping with guest activities like volleyball and football. He is a good sport and willing to pitch in wherever. A pleasure to have in our home, he is welcome back anytime.
(Excellent)
21 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Janna-Luisa & Maxim) for host
We had a really great time with Jo and Tom and the Kids! They are so heart-open, friendly and cook delicious food!:D we had pretty fun building the hiking trail and sweating in the sun! We recommand this place definitely to other workawayers! The resort is a calm place and with luck you can spot a hippo and crocodiles!
11 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Janna-Luisa & Maxim)
Maxim and Louie are independent, creative, enthusiastic and helpful. They helped us so much with our hiking trails - going above and beyond with creative ideas of their own. They fit right into our home and were great with our children, patient and interested. We are in awe of the journey they have come so far and wish them all the best with their… read more
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Eva-Lena & Robert) for host
Jo, Tom and their (big) family were the best hosts, so nice and friendly. We helped them at the resort by building hiking trails for future guests, a labouring (but fun) job under the Zambian sun. They have several good ideas regarding things to be done around the resort, which means that future workawayers will most likely be part of another fun… read more
11 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva-Lena & Robert)
What a delight to meet Robert and Eva! They are energetic, responsible, enthusiastic, hard working and use their initiative. Being genuinely good, kind people, they fit right into our routine and were a pleasure to have in our home. They helped us such a lot cutting a hiking trail and did an excellent job. They are welcome back anytime! We wish… read more
(Excellent)
8 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ivo & Karin)
Dear Ivo and Karin. Thank you for your positive vibe and hands-on attitude! You took the initiative, put your hearts into the task and did a really great job! We loved having you here and hearing about your African adventures. All the best for the future! We hope to meet again sometime.
(Excellent)
