Accommodation

Livingstone

Bask in graceful safari style only steps from one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Sweeping Zambezi River and savannah views stretch from every veranda as you relax in elegance.

Wake up to the sight of zebras wandering the Livingstone hotel grounds. Raise a glass at sunset to the marvellous waterfall thundering to its depths as you recline in style. Surrender to relaxation with spa therapies under the shade of monkey trees on the banks of the river. 

The Royal Livingstone is located on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, overlooking the Zambezi River and with direct access to the Victoria Falls.

The larger of Royal Chundu’s two lodges, River Lodge scatters 10 suites along the riverfront with wooden decks ensuring intimate and serene views accompanied by uninterrupted privacy. These luxurious suites gaze across the Zambezi River, and peer into neighbouring Zimbabwe’s picturesque landscape. Thatched roofing and interior furnishings echo the Zambezi hues and accentuate the surrounding natural beauty. An outdoor boma for dinners around the fire as well as a lounge and bar encompass the main area. In close proximity to a helicopter pad, River Lodge is easily accessed and welcomes children.

Beautifully designed Thorntree River Lodge graces the banks of Zambia’s glorious Zambezi River in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. Find perfect respite after a day of activities by relaxing in the infinity pool that seamlessly blends into the river horizon. Thorntree River Lodge celebrates the spirit of community. After a refreshing sundowner drink while watching an exquisite African sunset, spend your evening sharing stories of your safari around the fire from within the comfort of the sunken boma before enjoying our African inspired fine-dining experience.

Just twenty minutes upstream from Victoria Falls and accessed via the international airports of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia Thorntree River Lodge is the perfectly positioned lodge from which to enjoy the cascading spectacle, of the Victoria Falls nearby.  Children of all ages are most welcome and our celebrated kids’ club, the Ngwana Club will ensure hours of fun for your kids of all ages.

Among the Zambia safari lodges, Thorntree River Lodge blends a tranquil riverside setting with an eco-conscious approach. Drawing inspiration from an eclectic mix of local African culture accented by contemporary influences, your experience at our lodge in Livingstone Zambia is elevated by African Bush Camps’ mindful ethos.

Thorntree River Lodge offers a tranquil base from which to explore a plethora of awe-inspiring activities, all within easy access of our lodge in Livingstone Zambia.  Showcasing incredible river panoramas from its unique vantage, the shared areas are fluid hubs of relaxation; the lounge flows seamlessly into the dining area, and the library hosts WIFI connectivity. The communal deck is set on the edge of the stunning riverside and is home to a sunken boma area and an infinity pool. There is also a gym and spa which promote a sense of holistic wellbeing at Thorntree River Lodge.

From our lodge in Livingstone Zambia, we offer daily excursions to the Zambian side (and Zimbabwean side – in the dry season) side of The Victoria Falls, private river cruises, cultural visits, fishing expeditions, canoeing, rhino tracking and game drives, all included in your stay. Additionally, we can book external activities such as guided rainforest walks, bungee jumping and helicopter flips over ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ on your behalf.

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.

Named after Dr. David Livingstones faithful friends Sussi and Chuma, the lodge is located in one of the most beautiful parts of the Zambezi amidst Jackalberry trees and Phoenix palms, providing unrivalled views and exclusivity. Accommodation is in twelve Sussi tree-houses, connected by wooden walkways.

The first impression, after driving down the sandy road to reach us, is of rich green foliage, colourful flower borders and rolling lawns with thatched cottages scattered around the gardens.  Then, looking through the open main lodge building with lounge, restaurant, and sun decks the Zambezi flows past with a vast wild national park on the opposite bank.

The main lodge building has a large and airy upstairs viewing lounge overlooking the river, inside and outside dining space and sociable lounging furniture on tiered decks.  This is the central meeting place for guests – for briefings, for meals (although guests can choose to eat on their own verandas) and for swapping stories over drinks around the fire pit. 

​We’ve private areas all over the lovely grounds – you can sit on the river deck, seek shade in our upstairs lounge, watch birds from the raised platform by the dam or catch a nap on a lounger by the pool. You can be as private as you like but always within reach of your watchful team who will cater for your every need.

Our cottages are all different, colourful and stylish, all perfectly adapted to your needs – whether you want to sit and watch the river go by, or relax on your own veranda with a good book or a pair of binoculars. Or just sleep off your journey in our beautiful comfortable beds made by the brilliant Ngoma.

For that perfect mix of idyllic relaxation and adventure travel, along with unbeatable sights, The River Club is the ultimate destination. We offer a truly authentic local experience within the context of Livingstone and the natural heritage of the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls. Explore our haven.

Live the life of luxury in your own private riverside house where nothing is too much trouble for the dedicated household team.  Whether it’s handing you a gin and tonic while you float in the crystal-clear infinity pool watching elephants playing on the other side of the river, or bringing you breakfast in bed because it’s too comfortable to get up (and you can see the view from there anyway) the entire aim is to help you have the holiday of a lifetime. Not forgetting, of course, that you definitely need spoiling after all that hard work on safari!

With three en suite bedrooms and one two-bedroom suite, River Farmhouse sleeps 8 – 10.

​The long glass doors in the central lounge fold back, opening up onto a large, shady veranda with lounging and dining areas – perfect for outdoor living and with enough space to escape from one another for a bit of peace and quiet.

​In the kitchen off the central lounge chefs prepare meals, to suit your diet and timetable – while household staff are on hand to cater for your every need.

​The gardens are a stunning part of the Farmhouse experience – lawns, trees, flower borders and, above all, a beautiful infinity pool where you can cool off, exercise, or just laze on a sun lounger.

On arrival your Farmhouse host will help you plan your stay, to make sure you have enough time to enjoy this fantastic place while still enjoying all that the Victoria Falls experience has to offer.

​Your home from home has a team of chefs and waiters to look after you throughout your stay. Housekeepers will provide morning cleaning and night time turndown and our garden team cares for the garden and infinity pool.

​Your dedicated guide will escort you to Victoria Falls and your other chosen activities in a private vehicle and boat.

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Redefining life on the banks of the Zambezi River, Tongabezis signature African-fusion style has been distilled in our five River Cottages.

The Cottages feature high ceilings, giant bespoke wood and glass windows, and doors leading onto expansive sustainable pine decks. The best of Made in Zambia is carried throughout both the interior and outdoor spaces in the most elegant ways.

The River Cottages are perfect for the couple dreaming of a romantic and secluded retreat. They can also be booked out by a group that wants to connect with each other, while still enjoying downtime in private.

Only four kilometers from The Victoria Falls the lodge is ideally positioned to enjoy the many activities on offer. The riverside deck, bar and restaurant overlook the the spray from The Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River.

Capturing the authentic African bush camp experience in true Tongabezi luxury and style, Sindabezi Island is ‘nature therapy’ for the soul.

Enjoy views of the Zambezi River floodplain and Victoria Falls National Park from your open-fronted Chalet, knowing your only neighbours are the resident wildlife. Quiet hang-out spots and the main camp beckon you to unwind amidst the tranquillity of this tiny isle, just 12km upstream from Victoria Falls.

With zero grid dependence, Sindabezi is one of Africa’s top 10 eco lodges according to Fodors. So the only footprints you will leave behind are in the island’s silky soft sand.

The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa is located on the Zambezi River banks with stunning views of the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. This was the same view that fascinated David Livingstone, the courageous explorer and missionary who was the first European to witness the Victoria Falls.

The lodge offers 4-star comfort, comprises of 77 en-suite rooms, all of which provide river-facing views for guests to relax and enjoy the breath-taking African sunset from their private balcony.

In addition, the hotel offers its own luxurious boat, The Lady Livingstone, which is a three-decker river cruiser designed for groups and individuals. The elegant spa features treatment rooms for individuals as well as couples, where you can indulge in a remarkable experience of receiving restorative treatments by our skilled spa therapists, and the ideal way to end your day.

Furthermore, the lodge is located in a convenient central area that provides easy access to all of the major activities in the Victoria Falls region.

A little woodland camp, where impala and bushbuck graze and birds drink at the waterholes. This is a wild space where you sit around the evening fire listening to the sounds of nature.   And you don’t leave your tent at night in case you inadvertently meet Mr Hippo grazing your personal lawn - you just wake up in the morning and look out and think was he really so close?.  Imagine!

We are privileged to have wild woodlands where an abundant supply of water attracts birds and small mammals.  Impala and bushbuck graze here, and a wide variety of birds find safety for feeding, drinking, nesting.

We created The Woodlands for birders who want peace and quiet to sit among the trees and observe, but it’s proved so popular that we have opened it to those wanting that special wilderness feeling without sacrificing comfort and luxury.

Guests have the service of a butler/groundsman/guard 24/7.  Breakfast is served on the Woodlands lounge veranda where you can also keep cool in the heat of the day, invite friends made at the lodge for a surprise drink, or just sit and watch the birds go by.   

​The Waterberry restaurant, sun decks and swimming pool, all used by Woodlanders, are a short walk down sandy paths.

Our  tents are hugely popular with guests loving the wild experience, but also loving the luxury furnishings, the fully fitted dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms and the private verandas surrounded by individual gardens.

​Tents are double or twin, with seating inside and out and plenty of storage for

clothes and luggage.  This super little hideaway is perfect for relaxing and is also available for exclusive use.

Toka Leya offers front row seats to a daily wilderness spectacle on the banks of the Zambezi River.

Elegant Toka Leya Camp, on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, is the ideal luxury base from which to enjoy Mosi-oa-Tunya thrilling wildlife and adrenaline activities. Just a short drive from one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World - the majestic Victoria Falls - this sublime camp is a beacon of conservation tourism in Zambia.

"Tsowa" means ‘new beginnings’, which is what you will find on this pristine island in the middle of the mighty Zambezi River. A surreal place, the whispers of this majestic river are broken only by occasional calls of the African fish eagle. In a camp fringed by a beautiful forest, a soft path leads to a cluster of century old baobabs. This is our safari island Tsowa, sensitively situated within the Zambezi National Park.

It is a great privilege and honour to have been awarded the concession to develop a camp on Tsowa Safari Island and for this reason every care and consideration has been taken to position the 6 eco-sensitive luxury tents to create minimal environmental impact and blend into the natural surroundings as much as possible while giving guests the chance to appreciate the trees, river, animals and birds of the Zambezi National Park.

The camp can only be accessed by pre-booked transfers. Guests are transferred in closed air-conditioned vehicles to our private entrance to the Zambezi National Park, where they will be met by a guide and transferred in an open 4x4 vehicle to the rivers edge. From here it is a quick boat trip across to the island.

This luxury modern day explorers camp offers 6 luxury tents with en-suite indoor and outdoor showers. Each tent is carefully positioned in the shade of the forest to ensure guest privacy and maximize the river views.

Stanley Safari Lodge is an exclusive getaway set on a hill bordering the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and overlooking unspoilt bush, not far from the mighty Victoria Falls.

Stay in style in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for close encounters with Zambia’s amazing wildlife and incredible views of Victoria Falls.     

Set out on the adventure of a lifetime with Avani. We’re as close as it gets to the Victoria Falls, one of the world’s top wonders. And the daily encounters in our magical hideaway are incredible, with zebras grazing the lawn and giraffes ambling by.

Take in the majesty of the falls your way – on foot, in a helicopter or microlight. At sunset, float down the Zambezi River past hungry hippos and the occasional elephant. Welcome to wonderful.

Wake up in African paradise. Relax with friends and family, or rest up for a day of adventure. All our rooms and suites are decorated with traditional African charm and a welcoming Zambia-nce. Choose your view of the lush African bush, sparkling swimming pool, or gardens in the heart of the resort. It doesnt get more cosy than this.