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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: Luxury accommodation purpose-built for an extraordinary stay

Feature: Incredible position on the banks of the Zambezi River

Rooms: 27

Location: Zimbabwe

Nearest airport: Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport

Transfer: Approximately 25 minutes by private car transfer from Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport

Luxury Holidays At Victoria Falls River Lodge

Designed to provide its guests with a combination of incredible accommodation and extraordinary experiences that will create an unforgettable stay, Victoria Falls River Lodge is a luxury setting for exclusive safari getaways. Settled into the riverbank of the mighty Zambezi, hidden amongst the towering bushland greenery and so close to the awe-inspiring adventurer’s playground of Victoria Falls that guests will see the mist, this renowned lodge will imbue you with the wonder of Africa’s most sought-after sights.

Its location ensures that there are abundant adventures to be had, with onsite activities including wildlife encounters and river tours, as well as rejuvenating treatments at the Toa Spa. The lodge offers three unique accommodation options for your stay in the shadow of one of the seven natural wonders of the world; all equally iconic. With a space to suit all tastes and types of discerning travellers, Victoria Falls River Lodge guests can stay in either a tented suite, treehouse suite or private villa; varied in their level of intimacy, capacity and exclusivity but all formed from elevated luxury, complete comfort and immersion with their surroundings.

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Why Victoria Falls River Lodge is so special...

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Romance

Promising privacy and captivating scenery, Victoria Falls River Lodge offers couples an unforgettable romantic getaway. Watch the sun rise or set on the complimentary river cruises, or enjoy each other's company on a private bush picnic. The unique accommodation types allow you to lose yourself in the African bush, and the private decks and immersive sitting areas mean that you can experience these unforgettable moments together with uninterrupted views and incredible privacy. Guests can also access the lodge's spa treatments for some pampering, or spend quality time exploring the arts and crafts shops and historical tours in Victoria Falls town.

Romance at Victoria Falls River Lodge

Wildlife Encounters

Whether its from the comfort of your private deck or on one of the awe-inspiring complimentary guided game drives, the lodge is filled with opportunities to explore the African wildlife. Your luxury tent or villa will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush, with birdsong complementing the rushing of the river. There are complimentary birding experiences as part of your stay at the lodge, or you can take advantage of some of the thrilling additional explorations such as the fishing safaris on the upper Zambezi River.

Wildlife Encounters at Victoria Falls River Lodge

Lakes & Mountains

Stay on the bank of the Zambezi River, with the mist and distant sounds of Victoria Falls intertwined with the views of the African river scenes. Each stay promises uninterrupted views out across the river and bush, with selected tents and treehouses even on an island a short boat trip away from the mainland. To truly experience this incredible location, the lodge runs a number of excursions that allow you to see the landscape from all perspectives; from helicopter flights over Victoria Falls to white-water rafting in the Batoka Gorge or fishing safaris on the upper Zambezi.

Lakes & Mountains at Victoria Falls River Lodge
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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Find the best room for you, and discover the exceptional restaurants that await...

Overview

Overview

Open to nature yet offering sublime privacy, the accommodation at Victoria Falls River Lodge is luxurious and enchanting. The thatched luxury tented suites are constructed from canvas, glass and timber, and boast a wealth of space and uninterrupted views. The treehouses are intimate, set on a private island in the Zambezi with a 2-adult occupancy limit. Or the private villas provide luxurious exclusivity for multi-generational families or large groups.

Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

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Taking on a luxury telling of the area’s natural beauty, these luxe thatched tents are not only generous in size but also sectioned for ease of living; with a large bedroom, comfortable living area, open plan bathroom with free-standing bathtub and an extended exterior private deck with plunge pool and views of the river and bush. Twin bedded options are also available.

Luxury Family Tent

Luxury Family Tent

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For a family-friendly adventure, the luxury family tents combine the luxury tents with an adjoining tented room, providing parents with a private space whilst still close by. The second room can accommodate either one single and one bunk bed, or twin sized beds. The shared areas, including main living area, are open plan and elegant, but also offer a curtain for additional privacy if required.

Malachite Tented Suite

Malachite Tented Suite

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  • visibilityRoom View:River and Bush View

Surround yourself with spectacular panoramic views of the Zambezi River with the Malachite Suites that are just a one-mile boat trip from Victoria Falls. Their California king-sized bed, tranquil sitting area, open plan bathroom – with the option of both indoor and outdoor showers and private deck with plunge pool and outdoor bathtub craft and intimate and relaxing retreat for couples.

Island Treehouse

Island Treehouse

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  • crop_freeSize:95m²
  • visibilityRoom View:River View

With a sophisticated bedroom and sitting area whilst keeping to the immersive natural ambience, the Island Treehouses are spacious, open plan suites that are a short boat ride from the mainland. Elevated on wooden decks with uninterrupted views of the river and jungle, this is a luxurious, unique and comfortable space for an intimate retreat.

Starbed Treehouse

Starbed Treehouse

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  • crop_freeSize:100m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Treetop and River View

The Starbed Treehouses are the perfect combination of immersion and luxury. With an open second storey that features a sitting area and Starbed, you can surround yourself with the sights and sounds of the bush’s treetops and Zambezi River in true comfort. The lower floor offers a California King sized bed, open plan en suite bathroom and private deck with plunge pool.

Rapids View Villa

Rapids View Villa

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  • visibilityRoom View:River View

A riverside villa with two family suites, featuring private decks with plunge pools that overlook the river scenery and envelop you in the mesmerising surroundings, as well as a private butler for elevated ease. Each family suite includes a king bed or two three quarter beds and a murphy style double bed, whilst the second room also includes a double bunk bed.

Hippo Creek Villa

Hippo Creek Villa

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  • visibilityRoom View:River View

Combining 3 private suites with a communal lounge and dining area, this villa is available for either private or shared bookings to guests looking for an exclusive stay. Whilst still benefiting from incredible views of the Zambezi River, it promises the traditional comforts of villa style accommodation, as well as a private deck with plunge pools and open-plan bathrooms with each suite.

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Zimbabwe Travel Information

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Capital

Harare

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Time Difference

2

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Currency

Zimbabwe Dollar

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Voltage

220

Climate

Zimbabwe enjoys a moderate year-round climate. During winter (May to October) days are sunny with cool nights and temperatures can drop as low as 0°. This is the best time for game-viewing as the bush is thinner and the animals tend to congregate near the water holes. Summers (November to April) are hot with rain falling most afternoons. White-water rafting enthusiasts should visit between August and December when the waters of the Zambezi River are low. Those wishing to visit the Victoria Falls should do so after the rainy season (April and May) – although the spray may obscure your views slightly. Alternatively, at the end of the dry season (October to December), the water levels are low – you can sit in a rock pool and peer over the edge – if you dare!

Getting There

Flight Information
Via Dubai to Harare with Emirates from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.
Via Johannesburg to Harare and Victoria Falls with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and South African Airways.

Flight Time
From London Heathrow to Johannesburg: 12 hours, 50 minutes
From London Heathrow to Victoria Falls via Johannesburg: 13 hours, 50 minutes

Wildlife

We recommend that your tailor-made itinerary in Zimbabwe includes at least one national park. Hwange National Park is the country's largest, covering some 1.4 million hectares over a variety of different habitats. Overlooking the Zambezi, Mana Pools National Park offers you the chance to spot wildlife as you cruise along the river. For those seeking remoteness and pristine wilderness, Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve is where to head, with just one lodge nestled in 130,000 acres! Game drives, walking safaris and bird-watching expeditions can be enjoyed in all these enchanting areas.

Victoria Falls

Perhaps Zimbabwe’s most famous attraction, Victoria Falls lies at the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Named after Queen Victoria, the locals refer to it as ‘Mosi-o-Tunya’ or, ‘the smoke that thunders’, due to the spray created by the water. There are plenty of walking trails to view the falls... but expect to get wet from the spray! One of the best ways to appreciate the scale of the falls is to take a scenic helicopter flight over them. During a full moon, ‘moonbows’ are sometimes created over Victoria Falls. This natural phenomenon is when rainbows created by the spray are illuminated by the light of the full moon.

Victoria Falls
Cruising the Zambezi River and Lake Kariba

Sunrise and sunset are some of the best times to cruise Zimbabwe’s wildlife dense waterways, during which the light is perfect for photography, especially if there are animals at the shoreline. The MV Matusadona offers a three-night luxury cruise on Lake Kariba, mooring at a different location each evening. Meanwhile, for the more adventurous, canoeing safaris are available on the Zambezi River from Mana Pools National Park.

Cruising the Zambezi River and Lake Kariba
Culture and Community

With 16 official languages, Zimbabwe has a fascinating, rich and diverse cultural heritage. Many camps and lodges have their own engaging programmes through which you can interact with the locals and learn more about their communities, while many also have schemes in place to support these local people, teaching everything from cookery to poacher tracking.

Culture and Community

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