Just 24 kilometres (15 miles) upstream from Victoria Falls, Chundukwa River Lodge is set on, and above (the buildings are stilted), the wide, fast-flowing Zambezi. Here you can have your cake and eat it – enjoy the tranquillity of the riverfront position, knowing that, just a short journey downstream, the Victoria Falls thunder into their gorge, offering activities galore for nature-lovers and adrenalin junkies alike. Tracing the reed-lined banks and surrounded by old-growth trees, the lodge is ideal for spotting birds and other water-loving wildlife like hippo, croc and, during the dry months, elephants in large numbers.
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Hidden among the riverbank trees are five thatched chalets, their interiors creating the sense of an elaborate hide perched on stilts. Extremely spacious with one open-sided wall overlooking the river, each chalet has a large, net-draped four-poster bed and a lovely seating area. The en-suite bathrooms have showers and/or a shower and bath. For families, Chundu Cottage is a stand-alone unit that sleeps up to seven people, with its own lounge and pool and, if desired, dedicated staff.
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Chundukwa River Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Zambia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Zambia trips featuring Chundukwa River Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Zambia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Chundukwa River Lodge start from around $820, or US$820, 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.
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