Heartveld Adventures Reviews

Denise Jackson 2026.09.20

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We had a fantastic experience with Bryony and her team. Bryony is clearly knowledgeable about the region and guided us through our options and the Lake Kariba houseboat booking and choices. We had a fantastic time and I would thoroughly recommend using Heartveld.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2026.10.06

Thanks so much for the feedback Denise! We are thrilled you had a great trip and look forward to your next one!

Patrick Campbell 2026.08.31

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What an incredible holiday we just had in Zimbabwe. Thanks Bryony & Heartveld Adventures. Camp Mana was definitely the highlight for us.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2026.09.02

Those pics are gorgeous! Thanks so much for the feedback! Hoping you get to come back again soon!

Debbie Davies 2025.08.18

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We have just had an amazing 6 nights on Tambarara houseboat organised by Heartveld Adventures. The boat was very comfortable and the staff were excellent. The captain, Reg, was very professional and helpful, the chef cooked delicious meals, the barman kept our drinks flowing, the cleaners left animals made from our towels on our beds at night and the guys on the tender boat were so good with the boys aged 3, 5, 7 and 9 showing them what to do and putting on worms, for us as well. Highly recommended.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2025.08.18

Thanks Debbie for your lovely review - it was an absolute pleasure helping you with this trip!

Vicky Grant Bird 2025.08.10

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Good range of houseboats and friendly, helpful response

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2025.08.18

Thanks so much for the review Vicky!

Ashleigh Chamboko 2025.02.25

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The trip was all you could ask for when you want to relax and forget about the world. Captain Godrey and his team consisting Pilot, Chef Takesure and Silas made our stay comfortable and easy. The food was flavourful and filling. You couldn’t say no to Chef Takesure’s meals. Silas kept our cooler box ready every day because he knew we loved our drinks cold and first thing in the morning. Pilot and Captain Godfrey took us to amazing views, magical sunset cruises and helped me find all the crocodiles I was looking for. I totally recommend Heartveld Adventures for all your Kariba fantasies! ☀️⛴️🍹#February2025

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Glenn A Armstrong 2024.10.03

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Right from when I started researching the trip in November last year, Bryony has been an absolute star. Nothing was ever too much hassle, especially with the rigours of trying to effect payment then! Then the houseboat in Kariba! What an amazing trip we had on the Ponty, and once again Bryony organised transfers and things on the spot, awesome and a big thank you to you and Char, the Ponty was the highlight of our Zim Epic! I cannot recommend Bryony and Heartveld Adventures enough, was so good to meet you at Charara, Cheers and thanks again Glenn and Family.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2024.10.03

It was a great pleasure helping you with your Zim Trip Glenn - and also nice to finally meet! We hope you get to come back again soon and we can plan another trip for you! Love to all the family!

Tatenda Antony Mhene 2024.05.13

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Yes I recommend Heartveld Adventures. Great customer service and quick responses

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2024.05.23

Many thanks for the review Tatenda - it was a pleasure to help you with your trip!

Wils Raubenheimer 2024.04.22

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Great service, nothing was too much trouble, quick replies and responses🤙

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2024.04.22

Many thanks Wils! We look forward to your next trip!

Magda Gillwald 2024.04.03

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Heartveld Adventures really goes the extra mile when it comes to customer service. They really think of everything that would be needed for a great holiday. We've been on Driftwood Houseboat twice and am going on the African Queen in September 24. Really is an amazing experience with amazing staff, very helpful and caring about your comfort and enjoyment. Thank you so much 💖

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2024.04.04

Thanks so much for that lovely review! We are so glad you had another great trip and we look forward to your next trip in September!

gadgetsnzawesome 2023.11.30

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Came across Heartveld Adventures blog by chance whilst trying to plan a holiday adventure in Zimbabwe.Offloaded my thoughts to Bryony, and a well sorted package with more than I asked for was presented.Stopped looking all over the internet for any possible deals, as this was the DEAL.If your intention is to go to Zimbabwe and enjoy its hidden treasures whilst accommodated in places you wouldn't have thought of and known existed, then save yourself the trouble, and get hold of Heartveld Adventures. Their service is what makes the country keeps going.Well done Bryony

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2024.01.07

Thanks so much! We really enjoyed helping you with your trip and we look forward to hopefully seeing you back in Zimbabwe again soon!

Lauren Robertson 2023.07.28

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We stayed on Karibeer this week in Kariba and it was absolutely brilliant! Outstanding service from Briony - would highly recommend!

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2023.07.29

What lovely pics! Thanks so much for sharing and for the review! We look forward to your next trip!

Liz Walshe 2023.05.28

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When planning our trip to Zimbabwe we came across Bryony by chance using google. Boy were we lucky. We wanted a houseboat on Kariba and gave the task to Bryony. We’d already got flights from Harare to Kariba booked which she kindly offered to arrange as well. Anyway, from the moment we arrived in Kariba Airport we were in looked after. Transport was arrange to collect our party of 5 and bring us to the Big 5 Lodge for one night. The advice we got was to get on the houseboat early so we had a look around Kariba ready for an early start the next day. We got a lift from the lodge manager to the dam and he gave us a tour of it which was informative and interesting. The Big 5 Lodge was a great suggestion and we had dinner there as well. Up early the next day we were collected and brought to our boat, the Somabhula. We were introduced to our captain Joe, cook Dominic and crew member Witness. These lads were excellent, professional and made our trip stress free. They cooked fabulous food and taught us how to fish. They knew all the good places to go game spotting. We had morning expeditions and evening sundowners and if you’ve never been on a houseboat in Kariba put it top of your to-do/wishlist. When we returned to Kariba Bryony had transportation ready to take us to the airport for our onward trip to Victoria Falls. All this was made possible by Bryony who arranged absolutely everything. This was done by email and Whatsapp from Ireland. Having confidence in a travel agent is imperative and if you need anything arranged in Zimbabwe you won’t find better than Bryony at Heartveld Adventures.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2023.05.29

Liz Walshe it was an absolute pleasure to be able to help you with your trip to our beautiful Zimbabwe and we are so pleased you had a wonderful and memorable time - we can't wait to help with your next one!

Jaimy Oosthuizen 2022.11.11

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Such a great trip on Osprey, so well organized, great staff and just all round awesome 🤩

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2022.11.11

Lovely to see such fun family photos! Thanks for sharing and for the review! We hope you come back again soon!

Charlene Taylor 2022.09.18

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I booked a lovely Houseboat holiday through Heartveld. It was a stress free experience, Byrony was amazing and sorted out the accommodation the night before at Lomagundi Lodge (food was great). I gave Heartveld our budget and expectations and they delivered. I highly recommend using them to book a holiday for you.

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2022.11.11

Many thanks for your lovely review! We are glad all went to plan and look forward to helping with your next trip!

Swerve Upton 2022.07.06

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From the minute we started our plan to go on a houseboat for a family and friends reunion (post Covid ) we were put onto Bryony to arrange. She gave us unbridled 5 star service from booking the boat Vunduful and all transfers to and from Harare to Kariba return. Everything was great and our guests came from 3 different continents to get aboard the Vunduful who had a great crew too. We had some amazing close up viewings and a fair few bream were caught daily. Thank you all from the Upton family and friends. 🎣😃🍾🍷🍻👀🦓🦛🐘

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2022.07.07

We are very grateful for this wonderful review from Swerve! We look forward to your next trip!

Kylie Smith 2022.06.09

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We booked our Kariba trip staying at Wild Heritage through them and had such a pleasant experience. The trip was amazing and everything was perfect 🤩

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2022.06.15

What a lovely sunset! Thanks for sharing Kyliesmith! We hope you come back again soon!

Shannon Williams 2022.04.01

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After trying to find booking information for Charara Wild Heritage Lodges, I was forwarded a whatsapp number for Bryony... Quick responses and very informative packages received!! Very impressed with the service we received and lodges were awesome... Highly recommend indeed thank you

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Ruth Dewhurst Hughan 2021.12.21

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A great stay at Robins Camp. Thanks for efficient booking

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2021.12.23

We are glad you have a lovely holiday and look forward to helping you plan the next one.

Patience Makura 2021.12.16

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Byrony went out of her way to ensure that our stay at Kariba Safari Lodge was top knotch, she checked up on us before,during and after the trip, and ensured that all our needs were met. She was ready to assist at any given moment. The staff at KSL were pleasant and we had a fantastic break away from the busy Harare life. We will definately use Heartveld adventures again for our next getaway they have showed efficiency,proffesionalism and,great customer care. Well done Byrony keep up the good work!

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2021.12.17

It was an absolute pleasure assisting you and your delightful family with your trip to Kariba - and wonderful to meet you. WI look forward to helping you plan more holidays around our beautiful country - and beyond!

Sandy Woodpulseafrica 2021.07.27

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Efficient, happy team who go the extra mile to make your holiday go smoothly. Fantastic job, well done Bryony and team

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Reply from Heartveld Adventures 2021.07.27

It was an absolute pleasure helping you with your holiday, we look forward to more of the same in the future!