Charara Lakeside Chalets
Simple chalets on the water with a shared braai boma
36 guests, 11 bedrooms, 11 beds, 11 bathrooms. Book individual rooms or units.
Hosted by Zambezi and Lake Lodges
Hosting since 2026, replies to 90% of messages
- Inverter backupPower and water
- GeneratorPower and water
- Borehole waterPower and water
- Wi-FiInternet and signal
- Instant bookConfirmed as soon as you pay
- Moderate cancellationFull refund until 5 days before check-in.
About this place
The space
Bedrooms open onto a shared veranda. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering, and there is covered seating outside for meals.
Power, water and connectivity
The things guests in Zimbabwe ask about first, as stated by the host.
Power and water
- Inverter backup
- Generator
- Borehole water
- Water tank backup
- Municipal water
Internet and signal
- Wi-Fi
- Starlink
Access and parking
- Tarred road access
- 4x4 required
- Secure parking
Rooms and units
Lakeside chalet
Sleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 80 m²
- Bedroom 1: 1 twin
USD 98 per night
Garden room
Sleeps 2, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 50 m²
- Bedroom 1: 1 king
USD 63 per night
What this place offers
Bedroom and laundry
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe
- Blackout curtains
- Cot available
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
Outdoors
- Braai area
- Fire pit
- Lake frontage
- Jetty
Wildlife and nature
- Wildlife on property
Family
- Babysitting on request
- Family rooms
Entertainment
- Streaming services
- Sound system
Staff and services
- Laundry service
Accessibility
- Ground floor bedroom
Where you will be
Set in Kariba. The nearest shop and fuel are a short drive away, and your host can arrange activities nearby.
Getting there. Five hours by road from Harare via Karoi.
4.0, 6 reviews
- Cleanliness
- 4.2
- Accuracy
- 3.8
- Check-in
- 4.7
- Communication
- 4.3
- Location
- 3.8
- Value
- 3.5
Hannah M.
Stayed November 2026, solo trip
We woke to elephants at the waterhole both mornings. Staff were warm and the cook made the best sadza and stew of our trip.
Anesu C.
Stayed October 2026, couple trip
The solar kept everything running through a long evening power cut and the borehole water was strong. Hosts met us at the gate and had the fire laid.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Sipho G.
Stayed July 2026, business trip
We woke to elephants at the waterhole both mornings. Staff were warm and the cook made the best sadza and stew of our trip.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Pieter D.
Stayed July 2026, solo trip
The solar kept everything running through a long evening power cut and the borehole water was strong. Hosts met us at the gate and had the fire laid.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Nyasha M.
Stayed June 2026, couple trip
We woke to elephants at the waterhole both mornings. Staff were warm and the cook made the best sadza and stew of our trip.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Tatenda B.
Stayed January 2026, couple trip
The solar kept everything running through a long evening power cut and the borehole water was strong. Hosts met us at the gate and had the fire laid.
Reply from the host. Thank you for staying with us. You are welcome back any time.
Things to know
House rules
- Check-in from 14:00
- Check-out by 10:00
- Children welcome
- No pets
- No smoking
- No events or parties
- Quiet hours 22:00 to 06:00
Cancellation
Moderate
- Full refund until 8 Nov
- No refund after 8 Nov
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Paying the host
- Bank transfer
- Pay at the property
Pay 50% when you book and the rest 7 days before arrival. Your payment goes directly to the host.
Questions before you book?
Message Zambezi and Lake Lodges. Most hosts reply the same day.
