Reviews of Jollyboys Backpackers and Camp

I enjoyed my stay, clean place and Samuel Juma was so helpful. Will come back

Staff was super friendly. We was upgraded to better rooms, which is more spacious. The breakfast was OK. They helped booking the excursion - the dinner cruise and white rhino, which were excellent. Highly recommended.

It is nothing about backpackers, it's huge place with planty of rooms, with a lot of people, pool, families with kids. I think I was the only backpacker there. In the dorm I was alone. Their excursions and Tours are more expensive than average price you can get from other companies.

Overall, for a hostel this was a good experience! I was not worried about safety because there was a safe in our room that was big enough to hold valuables like laptops. However, because it was a hostel the cleanliness of the room and shared bathrooms were average, but good enough for a one-night stay. The restaurant had very slow service because everything is cooked to order. I waited around 45 min for breakfast when only one person had placed an order before me. That said, it was delicious. I think this hostel has a great location near the airport and I appreciated the complimentary airport pick-up and daily shuttle to the falls.

Such an easy laid back space to stay in Livingstone. The staff were kind and welcoming. I highly recommend.

Jolly Boys is laid back. Very chilled however the laidback aspect is a bit much when you have to wake the reception staff to check in at 1700hrs and again to ask a question at 0900hrs. Whilst sleepy, they are extremely friendly. The place is generally clean- just other travellers with feet on seats and tables makes the place look slightly rough and ready. The bar had cold beer and water but not much else. It feels like the place needs a firm grip from management. All this said, it’s a great place in a great location and a fair price. Would likely return.

Very convenient facilities and good location.

Very nice location; comfortable rooms; nice, joyful and vibrant atmosphere. Truly recommended The restaurant/Bar offers a good variety of options with generous portions The service was extremely attentive and supportive

The atmosphere and the team are what truly make Jollys shine!

I enjoy the vibe there. Frendly staff.

We really enjoyed our time at the Jollyboys Backpackers. Our private room was clean and having the en-suite was perfect for the warm and humid weather. The bar also has specials every day, so we were able to enjoy a sampler platter and a bottle of wine for a very reasonable price. While we were there the Rugby match was on, and most of the locals came to watch. It was very nice to be able to meet with and interact with the local people as well as the other travelers from the hostel.

Wonderful staff

Jollyboys Backpackers (📍) Location: Excellent location in the town center, 650 meters (8-minute walk) to the bus station (minibuses to the waterfall cost 15 quarta per person; shared rides are available to Kazungura and Kasane; there is also a daily bus to Kazungura at 12:30 PM). (🛀) Facilities: No toiletries, no slippers, shared toilet, no kettle, no bottled water. Rooms are small, a single room is just right for one person, fairly clean and tidy, with a fan and mosquito net. Showers are available in the shared bathroom. (👱♀️) Service: The front desk staff are warm and attentive. (🍽) Dining: Breakfast is not included; à la carte meals cost 80-180 quarta (30-60 RMB), and the food is decent. Lunch and dinner can also be ordered separately; credit cards are accepted. (💰) Price: 280 per night (excluding breakfast) from January 4th to 5th, 2026 (🎊) Value for Money: Fairly good value (🇨🇳) Review: 📶Wi-Fi is only available at the front desk or in rooms near the front desk. There is no Wi-Fi in the rooms. There are power outlets and bedside lamps, which are very convenient. The guesthouse provides a free shuttle bus to the waterfall daily at 10:00 AM. Free lunch is provided every Thursday evening.

The hygiene is so-so, but the location is decent; it's just a typical hostel. It's okay; they can book various trips for people. They offer airport pickup, and the staff are quite friendly.