safari lodges Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls
or the 'smoke that thunders'
Where the mighty Zambezi flows gently pass dreamy riverside safari lodges before cascading a spectacular 107m into a gaping gorge. The sheer crashing drop causes clouds of misty spray or ‘smoke that thunders’ as locals lovingly refer to it.
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On the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe and one of the Seven Natural Wonders, this largest curtain of water in the world
is best viewed by heli-flip or micro-light.
One can also view the 1708m wide Falls on foot – from the Zimbabwe side for panoramic views of the Falls – from the Zambia side where you can follow a trail to the very top of the Victoria Falls – location of the Devil’s Pool where you can take a dip while looking down into the watery drop below…
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December to March is rainy season with Victoria Falls in high flow.
Highest flow from February to May (and very misty…)
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June to September probably the best time to see the Falls.
Low water season around October to November.
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We suggest spending 2 nights at Victoria Falls.
And did you know, a visit to the Victoria Falls can also include a touch of safari.
add game drives and boat safaris
Either stay in town centre close to the Victoria Falls OR venture 10-20minutes out of town and stay at a scenic Zambezi riverfront lodge offering Tours of the Falls but also game drives and boating safaris.
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It goes like this
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Do a morning game drive and breakfast before heading out for a day tour of the Falls.
Then return to your lodge for a lazy sundowner boat safari watching game come to drink at the river.
Finally, we freshen up before a lantern lit river-side dinner under a fairytale starry sky.
Pure indulgence – magical Africa.
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NOTE
Once in Victoria Falls, remember the Okavango, Mana Pools and Hwange are all an easy flight/road transfer away
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where to stay Victoria Falls
on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia
so stay either side for easy access to Falls
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arrive one of 2 airports
– Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls Airport
– or Zambia’s Livingstone Airport
and transfer to lodge of your choice
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first up, the Zimbabwe side
for those panoramic views of the Falls
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safari lodges Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe offers some iconic game reserves
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The Victoria Falls Park – big game and the Falls
the Zambezi National Park close to the Falls
and a short flight away
the large herds of Hwange National Park
or the upright elephants of Mana Pools
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Whether you visit the more well-known Parks
or go further afield to more exclusive reserves
Zimbabwe offers a rewarding safari experience
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along with
some jaw-dropping river side game lodges
Zimbabwe safari lodges
Is;and Treehouse suites
Zimbabwe
escape to a haven within the tranquil seclusion of private Kandahar Island
spacious open-plan suites extend over the river and into the lush jungle
elevated on raised timber decks with expansive glass windows & doors
blending luxurious indoor suite comforts with the natural outdoors
all treehouses offer panoramic views of the iconic Zambezi River
raised walkways connect suites to main dining room/bar/lounge
accessed by boat only it provides a private and secluded retreat
morning/afternoon game drives & sunrise/sunset boat cruises
rate includes tour of Falls but entry fee’s for clients account
30min from VF Airport – 50min from Livingstone Airport
10min from Victoria Falls Town
rates
rates 2026
US$ 1 490 to US$ 1 635
per person per night
Victoria Falls Hotel
Victoria Falls
5 star Edwardian hotel in town known as “the grand old lady of the Falls”
set in lush gardens a 10min walk from the clearly audible & visible Falls
spectacular views across the Batoka Gorge and Victoria Falls Bridge
9 types of rooms and suites to suit your needs (std to presidential)
fine dining, dancing, ethnic entertainment, high teas and cocktails
swimming pool, 2 tennis courts, library, reading rooms & chapel
20min from Vic Falls Airport – and short walk to the Falls
rates
safari lodges Zambia
Zambia – an enormous country
spanning 752K sq km (290K sq mile)
and dotted with a number of Parks all
filled with game and pristine wilderness
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close to Victoria Falls
the predator-free Mosi-oa-Tunya
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opposite Zimbabwe’s famed Mana Pools
the well loved Lower Zambezi
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and further afield and more remote
wildlife havens of Kafue and South Luangwa…
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though we do not list lodges in all reserves
please note
any lodge in any reserve available on request
Zambia safari lodges
Toka Leya
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
shaded by a lush green canopy of trees and situated all along the Zambezi River
12 riverside tented rooms on raised decks linked by elevated wooden walkways
aircon, mini bar, writing desk, double vanity, outdoor bath & private sunken deck
incl Falls tour, village/museum tour, fishing, boat cruises & guided game drives
no predators but elephant, buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest and even white rhino
central dining/bar with sala, fire pit, pool, gym, spa & small riverside beach
20min from Kivingstone Airport – 1hr plus border crossing from VF Airport
30min to the Falls
rates
rates 2026
US$ 898 to US$1 142
per person per night
Tongabezi River Cottages
Livingstone
set spectacularly on the Zambezi river bank, 24kms upstream from the Falls
4 thatched houses, some open fronted, but we love the 5 river cottages
high ceilings, giant windows with doors leading onto expansive sun deck
secluded chill out nooks dotted around property great for star-lit dinners
zero grid dependence here so lighting by lamps, candles and starlight
do a boat trip to Livingstone Island & swim daringly in the Devil’s Pool
activities include Falls tour, game drive, boat cruises & shopping trip
spot game like buffalo, elephant, rhino, giraffe & hippo but no cats
25min from Livingstone Airport
1hr15m plus border crossing from VF Airport
1hr30m by road and boat from Botswana’s Kasane
35min to the Falls
rates
rates 2026
US$ 735 to US$ 965
per person sharing
Sindabezi Island Lodge
Sindabezi Island
travel to and from the lodge by speed boat while game viewing along the way
Sindabezi Island – surrounded by the Zambezi – is ‘nature therapy’ for the soul
five spacious thatched chalets blend seamlessly into the Zambezi wilderness
panoramic views of the Zambezi floodplain and Victoria Falls National Park
all from your open-fronted chalet with private bathroom and airy balcony
only resident wildlife here so safe to enjoy the many quiet hang-out spots
as you unwind amidst the tranquillity of this tiny isle, 12km from the Falls
with zero grid dependence, Sindabezi is one of Africa’s top 10 eco lodges
the only footprints you will leave behind are in the island’s silky soft sand
25min from Livingstone Airport
1hr15m plus border crossing from VF Airport
1hr30m by road and boat from Botswana’s Kasane
35min to the Falls
rates
rates 2026
US$ 640 to US$ 935
per person sharing
what to do in Victoria Falls
adrenalin rush anyone?
TOUR of the VICTORIA FALLS
Do easy self exploration or do a guided tour of the Victoria Falls & its (sometimes) very wet and damp rain forest.
Most lodges include a tour of the Falls in their daily rates but it can exclude Rain Forest entry fee.
The Zimbabwe side offer panoramic views – Zambia side a trail paradise right at the top of the Falls.
For daredevils, take a hair-raising swim on the edge of the Falls in the infamous Devil’s Pool.
Open between mid-Aug to late Dec, one can swim in this rock pool right on the edge of the Falls,
while looking down the cascading Zambezi into the watery abyss below
IN THE AIR OVER THE FALLS
ON and AROUND THE RIVER
ON and AROUND THE BRIDGE
GAME ENCOUNTERS VICTORIA FALLS
Most of our suggested lodges around Victoria Falls include game drives and/or boat safaris but If staying in town and not at a safari lodge, a selection of excursions offer game encounters – include lions, elephants and rhino encounters.
Victoria Falls
a cascading water wonder world
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