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Livingstone Accommodation

The awe-inspiring Victoria Falls is considered to be one of the greatest wonders of the world. It was described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800’s as ‘Mose-oa-Tunya’ – ‘The Smoke that Thunders’. Columns of spray can be seen from miles away as, at the height of the rainy season, more than five hundred million cubic meters of water per minute plummet over the edge, over a width of nearly two kilometers, into a gorge over one hundred meters below.

For the duration of 2017 we are running trips to the falls at $1100 per person. For the full tour details visit our Safari deals page.

Recommended Accommodation

JOLLYBOYS

Zambia’s original backpacker! Jollyboys is the quintessential backpackers lodge and has been catering to budgets travellers since 1995. Joyllyboys is run by backpackers, for backpackers.

A shuttle bus to the falls runs once a day, otherwise taxis and public buses are readily available.

Rates

Camping

$9

Dorm

$15

Triple Private Room (shared ablutions)

for the room
$50

Double or Twin room with en suite & air con

$65

VICTORIA FALLS WATERFRONT

Fun and lively, The Victoria Falls Waterfront (formerly Zambezi Waterfront) is the perfect place to stay when you are looking for centrally located, yet affordable Livingstone accommodation.

Rates

Low Season

Executive Room (double)

per room
$235

Riverside Room (double)

per room
$210

Family Room - Max 5 (double)

per room
$230

Adventure Village Tent

per room
$45

High Season

Executive Room (double)

per room
$295

Riverside Room (double)

per room
$265

Family Room - Max 5 (double)

per room
$290

Adventure Village Tent

per room
$50

AVANI VICTORIA FALLS RESORT (FORMERLY KNOWN AS ZAMBEZI SUN)

Zambia’s warmth and hospitality shines through in this family-orientated 3-star hotel, just a 5 minute walk from Victoria Falls. From its colorful decor to its unpretentious and welcoming style, the AVANI Victoria Falls is as vibrant as the people themselves. Opened in 2001, the hotel has established itself as a high value getaway for families.

Rates

Low Season

Avani Room (Double)

$300

Avani Room (Single)

$265

Avani Family Room (Double)

$330

Avani Family Room (Single)

$295

High Season

Avani Room (Double)

$320

Avani Room (Single)

$285

Avani Family Room (Double)

$365

Avani Family Room (Single)

$330

The Victoria Falls Hotel

One of the world’s Classic five-star hotels commands prime location overlooking Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, an acclaimed Natural Wonder of the World. A proud member of  Leading Hotels of the World, the Edwardian-style hotel, built in 1904, was splendidly redecorated in 2013 to combine its traditional majesty with modern sophistication. For more than 110 years The Victoria Falls Hotel has been a luxury icon in Africa.

Rates

Low Season

Standard Room (Double)

$432

Stable Signature Wing Room (double)

$702

Honeymoon Suite (double)

$985

Presidential Suite

$2150

High Season

Standard Room (Double)

$455

Stable Signature Wing Room (double)

$738

Honeymoon Suite (double)

$1054

Presidential Suite

$2301

DAVID LIVINGSTONE

On the banks of the Zambezi River, this Safari Lodge and Spa offers luxurious rooms only 10 minutes drive from Victoria Falls. It has a spa and health club and a private river-cruise boat. Each of the rooms is luxuriously decorated with four-poster beds draped in mosquito nets. All rooms have a private bathroom and the suites contain a hot tub and lounge area. Guests can enjoy sunset on their private balcony.

The expansive gardens contain an outdoor pool surrounded by the Gwembe Terrace serving fine cuisine in a relaxed setting. There is also buffet dining available at Kalai Restaurant and a cocktail bar.

Low Season

Standard Room

B/B
$410

Executive Room

B/B
$785

Standard Room

DBB
$490

Executive Room

DBB
$865

High Season

Standard Room

B/B
$460

Executive Room

B/B
$885

Standard Room

DBB
$550

Executive Room

DBB
$975

WATERBERRY

Just 30 minutes from Livingstone but in the heart of the wild. The comfortable bedrooms are in thatched cottages set around sweeping lawns – some on the riverbank, some overlooking our own secluded private dam with its beautiful birdlife. Every room has its own deck or terrace for sunbathing, birdwatching, private dinners or just relaxing……ideal for recovering from a long flight to reach us, or relaxing after the rigours of early morning and late night safari drives.

An informal style with friendly, welcoming staff who do all they can to make your stay a really memorable Zambezi experience.

High Season

The Lodge

Fully Inclusive
$435
per person per night

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma is built on a dramatic bend of the Zambezi River in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, twelve kilometres upstream from the world-famous Victoria Falls.

Accommodation is in twelve Sussi tree-houses, connected by wooden walkways. There are also two private Chuma houses, each with two bedrooms. In April 2018, this boutique riverside retreat will reopen with an enlightened take on sophisticated safari life. Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma is in the heart of the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, and all 12 treehouses set amid jackalberry trees have been restyled. To maximise the magic of staying right here at the edge of a dramatic bend in the Zambezi there are also new lounges and decking added as communal spaces.

 

Rates

Sussi tree houses

Jan-March, Nov-Dec
$585

Sussi Tree Houses

April - June
$650

Sussi Tree Houses

Jun-Oct 21st & Dec-6th Jan
$720

Chuma House

Jan-March, Nov-Dec
$800

Chuma House

April - June
$890

Chuma House

Jun-Oct 21st & Dec-6th Jan
$990

Rates are per person, per night based on 2 people sharing. Per night discounts are available if you stay longer.

Get in touch if you would like more information about rates.

TONGABEZI

A romantic hideaway on the banks of the Zambezi River just upstream of Victoria Falls. The friendly team welcomes guests to a selection of houses and cottages, each beautifully styled with furniture and embellishments from all over Africa. Guests can dine beside the river or on their private terrace. Privately owned and run, Tongabezi combines an exclusive ambience with the legendary warmth and hospitality of the people of Zambia.

Rates

Cottage

$775pp

Dog/ Nut House

$995pp

ROYAL CHUNDU ISLAND LODGE

Royal Chundu is a sanctum of quiet solitude and untouched beauty and the first Relais & Châteaux property in Zambia. The luxurious lodge is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, just upstream from the magnificent Victoria Falls on a 15km stretch of private waterway which is protected by two sets of rapids.

Royal Chundu was created in complete harmony with its natural surroundings and embraces the tradition and geography of the area while incorporating stylish and sophisticated accommodation, world class service and sumptuous pan-African cuisine.

Rates

Royal Chundu River Lodge

$868pp

Royal Chundu Katombora

$1073pp

ROYAL LIVINGSTONE

The Royal Livingstone Hotel is a luxurious 5*plus hotel situated on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls. The hotel stretches along the banks of the Zambezi River, just a short walk to the entrance of The Victoria Falls.

It’s named in honor of the explorer Dr. David Livingstone, and it’s interior design reflects the elegance of days gone by, using an African architectural style. Royal Livingstone consist of 17 colonial-style buildings, with large verandas. The main hotel building incorporates the lounge, restaurant and bar.

Would you like to incorporate one of these lodges into your trip? CONTACT US.

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