Just thirty minutes upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side of the Zambezi, Matetsi River Lodge sits on a quiet stretch of river within an enormous private game reserve. It's an extraordinary setting for this newly refurbished lodge, which serves up tranquility and adventure in equal doses. From your riverfront cottage, enjoy watching the birdlife flittering around the water below, or head into the reserve for an excellent selection of game. And then of course, there's the star of the show, Victoria Falls, a sight that David Livingstone once said was, "a scene so lovely it must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight." Sounds good to us!
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The 18 river-facing suites are spacious, light and airy with modern fixtures and plenty of whimsical charm. Bedrooms have a cushy queen sized bed, facing out to the river (quite literally on the doorstep) and you'll find stylish cow skin rugs and chic sofas in the lounge. Bathrooms are especially large, incorporating a double basin and deep, luxurious bathtub. Outside opens up to a multi-level verandah with a large seating area, plunge pool, and there's even an outdoor shower. Heaven!
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Matetsi River Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Zimbabwe trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Zimbabwe trips featuring Matetsi River Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Zimbabwe specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Matetsi River Lodge start from around $1.1K, or US$1.1K, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Adventure activities, spine-tingling views and beautiful lodges? It can only be Victoria Falls.
