Eagles Rest Resort is situated on the shores of Lake Kariba, Zambia, near the sleepy little town of Siavonga, only two and a half hours drive from Lusaka and only 8 km from the spectacular Kariba Dam Wall. Set in 4 hectares of some of Africa's most beautiful countryside, the resort is nestled in a secluded wooded area on the shores of the Lake with beach frontage and magnificent views across the Lake to the Matusodona Mountains.

Accommodation
Resort's chalets are comfortable, fully mosquito proofed and air-conditioned.
Chalets are configured as either Double or Twin bedded rooms
with en-suite bathrooms
all rooms have a bar fridge (drinks not included)
all rooms have wall fans and split air-conditioning units
all beds are covered with walk-in type mosquito nets covering the whole bed

Restaurant
Owners boast a Restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, and a swimming pool with shady patio to relax and enjoy a cool drink by the pool. There is also a thatched bar on the beach where you can relax with a beer or two, supervise the kids and enjoy spectacular views across the Lake. Hosts also have a camp site situated amongst the trees complete with hot and cold showers and toilets.
For activities owners offer sunset cruises and day cruises on the Lake, fishing, boating, and one day canoe safaris from the Dam Wall through magnificent Kariba gorge to Tamarind Camp, visits to the Dam Wall and the Power Station, Croc Farm visits, and much more.

Eagles Rest is also the home of the Houseboat Bateleur
Bateleur is a 20 metre pontoon houseboat superbly appointed and sleeps up to 12 passengers plus 4 crew members. The lower deck consists of 3 cabins (sleeping 6 - one double en-suite and two twin bedded), two public toilets/showers, lounge, kitchen, and a fully operational Jacuzzi with sun deck. The upper deck consists of a spacious lounge and the Captain's bar. Day seats convert to comfortable beds at night which are fully covered by mosquito nets (sleeping an additional 6 passengers). The Houseboat normally tows 2 tender boats for both fishing and sight seeing.
SLEEPS 12 PAX (not including crew members)
LOWER DECK
• 3 Double Cabins (6 PAX sharing 2 cabins with double beds and 1 cabin with twin beds)
• 3 Showers/Toilets
• Fully Equipped Kitchen (including gas cooker, electric deep freezers & cold boxes)
• Cooking Utensils, Crockery and Cutlery provided.
• Dining Area
• Braai Area (gas and charcoal)
• Jacuzzi Pool
UPPER DECK
• Large Entertainment Area and Lounge
• The Captain’s Bar
• Additional sleeping accommodation (6 PAX) mattresses on beds under mosquito nets.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
• Fuel for the Houseboat
• Bed Linen
• Towels
• Cutlery, Crockery, Cooking Utensils, drinking glasses etc.
• Gas for gas cooker, Charcoal for braai, Ice for cold boxes, Drinking Ice.
• Fishing Gear (DAMAGED OR LOST EQUIPMENT CHARGE – Hooks and trace EXTRA)
• Food (Toast & Coffee, Full English Breakfast Brunch, Two coarse evening Meal).
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RATES
• Beer and Soft Drinks (provided on a “sale or return” basis)
Note: requirements to be notified in advance at time of booking
• Liquor – Whiskey, Gin etc. (recommend you bring your own but can be provided on request)
• Tender boat fuel (charge based on usage – see rates below)
Square pin UK style electric power points are standard in Zambia – if you have appliances with other plugs types it is advisable to carry the appropriate adapter.

Camping

The camp Site is situated within the woodland and like Eagles itself, has magnificent views of the Lake. Male and female ablution blocks are provided with hot & cold showers, wash basins and toilets. A laundry room is also provided with 240 volt electricity on hand. The Camp Site has road access suitable for a variety of small camping vehicles and trailers.