Lokuthula Lodges

The communal areas include a lovely swimming pool surrounded by leafy palms, sun-loungers and a poolside bar and restaurant (all drinks and food are at extra charge). There's a fun, if a bit expensive, Boma restaurant that will provide plenty of evening entertainment, and a lounge above the Boma bar with satellite TV. There's also a souvenir shop with some traditional Zimbabwean arts and crafts. The lodge is situated within easy walking distance of the town centre and the Falls.

Accommodation consists of thirty-one standard thatched chalets. Twenty-three of them have fully equipped kitchens for self-catering and the other eight are booked on a bed and breakfast basis. There are two and three-roomed chalets available, which can sleep a maximum of 6 or 8 people, respectively (with pull-out couches). The two-roomed chalets have a double and a twin with a shared bathroom, while the three-roomed chalets have a double with an ensuite bathroom and two twins with a shared bathroom. They all have a spacious lounge downstairs which opens onto a terrace. The decor and furnishings are simple but adequate.

There's a lot to do at Victoria Falls. First stop is to take in the majestic 1.2km wide, 111m high waterfall. You can also go whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, gorge-swinging or take a gentle cruise down the Zambezi. In-house activities at Lokuthula include self-guided nature trails, a bird hide, the Vulture Culture Experience - where you can watch several species of endangered vultures come for a free meal. There's also a guided visit to the Siduli Hide at the lodge waterhole, which sees quite a steady procession of wildlife (including elephants, buffalo, zebra and giraffe) coming down to drink. You're also likely to see a fair few warthogs, bushbuck, monkeys and mongooses around your chalet.