| Camps | Description | Price Range
($/person/night) | | A'Zambezi River Lodge | The Rainbow A’Zambezi River Lodge offers the visitor to Victoria Falls a truly African experience. It boasts the feature of being one of the largest fully thatched roof complexes in Southern Africa. It is also unique in that it is the only hotel in Victoria Falls sighted on the banks of the legendary Zambezi River thus blending well with the environment. Located a few kilometres from the falls themselves, transport is available several times a day, allowing guests to tour the majestic falls. All rooms have bath /shower, air conditioning, radio, private telephones, color television/CNN, taped music, access to laundry service. Guests are welcome to enjoy: swimming pool, pool bar, traditional music, river cruises, sightseeing and game viewing nearby 18-hole championship golf course, and nearby casinos. | | | Elephant Camp | The Elephant Camp is situated just twenty-five kilometers west of Victoria Falls on 35000 acres of privately owned wildlife estate. The Elephant Camp offers one of the newest and most thrilling safari experiences in Africa where it is not only possible to view wildlife from the back of an elephant, but more importantly, to share a day in the life of an elephant at close quarters. The Camp accommodates a maximum of eight guests. Four thatched chalets, a dining area, swimming pool and bar/patio area all overlook a sweeping view of open plains. A number of activities are offered, with the emphasis on spending time with the elephants... either game viewing from their backs, picnicking with them on the estate, grooming, feeding and swimming with them, or just experiencing the pleasure of being so close to such magnificent animals. | | | Ilala | Just a five minute walk from Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge prides itself on being a small, exclusive establishment. Accommodating a maximum of thirty-two people, each room is equipped with en-suite facilities and satellite TV. Guests can choose to relax in one of the two bars, the swimming pool or the a la carte restaurant. Activities in the Falls area include white water rafting, Float of Angels, canoeing, Zambezi River cruises, fishing, walking safaris, horse riding, Flight of the Angels, game viewing drives, microlight flights, bungee jumping, and golfing. Visitors can also tour traditional African villages and experience the different tribes unique cultures. | | | Imbabala | Landscaped in the beautiful riverine forest overlooking the Zambezi River floodplain, Imbabala is perfect for the wildlife photographer, fisherman or bird enthusiast. Placed among teak trees and green lawns, the fully serviced, twin-bedded lodges of stone and thatch are positioned to give both privacy and a panoramic view of the Zambezi River. The central guest facility includes dining area, bar/lounge, swimming pool and patio. This habitat offers a variety of different flora and fauna in addition to that found in a traditional "riverine" ecosystem. Guests can view wildlife by way of specially adapted game-viewing vehicles, power boats, or a pontoon for river cruises. | | | Victoria Falls Safari Lodge | Just over four miles outside town, the Victoria Falls Safari lodge sits on a plateau overlooking the Zambezi River and miles of bush in Zambezi National Park. Thatch rustic finishes, vibrant Ndebele fabrics and extensive use of local materials characterize the main Lodge as well as the individual bedrooms. Each room has its own balcony, as well as binoculars and nature books. Activities available include game viewing and white-water rafting with professional guides, golf, the Flight of Angels, tribal dancing, horseback riding, evening slide shows and other ethnic entertainment in the amphitheater. At the end of each day, guests can choose to relax in one of two bars or restaurants or take a dip in the swimming pool. | | | Victoria Falls Hotel | The Victoria Falls Hotel, built in 1904, is still one of the most romantic in the country, an opulent building in the grandest of colonial styles occupying a prime view of the site. The Victoria Falls Hotel is an African gem, for it sparkles with old-world grace and charm and boasts high ceilings, long hallways and sun-drenched verandahs. Situated in acres of private garden, the charm and tranquil atmosphere of the hotel has earned international acclaim. A walk along the private pathway will bring guests out atop the gorge and provides a magnificent view of the bridge crossing into Zambia. There are 184 suites and deluxe rooms, all of which have modern facilities. Play on floodlit tennis courts, cool off in the pool or browse in the well stocked curio shop. The hotel is only a ten minute walk from the falls. Other activities include: Zambezi River cruises, game drives, white water rafting and the renowned "Flight of Angels" helicopter flip. | | | Matetsi | Matetsi Safari Camp is a tribute to those who first braved the marauding lions and wild terrain of these plains. Set at the edge of an open grassland system abounding with wildlife, this 24-bed camp under canvas sets new standards in elegance, complete with air-conditioning and modern conveniences. Here, in the shade of canvas luxury tents or the leafy giants that spread above gracious teak decks, guests can watch the procession of buffalo, elephant and other wildlife which congregates at water pans just meters from the camp. | | | Masuwe | Situated in a one thousand acre private game reserve adjacent to the Zambezi National Park, Masuwe is just a short drive from Victoria Falls. This beautiful lodge offers superb tented accommodation. Each tent is set on a teak platform, with views overlooking the surrounding bush. The tents are under thatch and have en-suite stone-built private facilities. The open-sided, thatched main building houses the bar, dining and lounge areas, with a large wooden platform and sun terrace. Guests can choose from game viewing in the Zambezi National Park or visiting the Victoria Falls, while optional activities include bungee jumping, white water rafting, canoeing and scenic flights over the Victoria Falls. | | | Sprayview | The Sprayview Hotel is located less than a kilometer from the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. Facilities at the Sprayview are simple but comfortable. There are fifty-four bedrooms and four family suites, which are air-conditioned and have en-suite bathrooms. The reception mall has a number of curio shops and there are two bars and a restaurant. Light meals may be taken on the veranda or by the swimming pool. The Sprayview Hotel is an unpretentious hotel offering a no frills but friendly service. It is part of the Affordable Zimbabwe Group which links popular independent hotels around Zimbabwe. Their purpose is to offer comfortable accommodation and friendly service at an affordable price. | | | Sekuti's Drift | Situated on a private estate bordering the Chamabonda Game Reserve and the Zambezi National Park, Sekuti’s Drift is just fifteen minutes drive from Victoria Falls. Each of the two L shaped accommodation units have four twin rooms and a honeymoon suite. All rooms are en-suite, have overhead ceiling fan and a private verandah with spectacular views. The main building, with its wide, shady verandah, houses the elegant dining room with the large open fireplace, the wildlife library, comfortable lounge and the well-stocked wine cellar. From Sekuti’s Drift guests can participate in white water rafting, take a fifteen minute flip in a light aircraft over the falls, cruise on the Upper Zambezi, or explore the curio shops in town. Knowledgeable game rangers are available to take guests game viewing on foot or by vehicle. | |
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