Matetsi Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe

Matetsi Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

A Private Zambezi River Safari Near Victoria Falls

Matetsi Private Game Reserve, Zimbabwe

Contemporary yet distinctly Zimbabwean, Matetsi Victoria Falls is a refined blend of authenticity and innovation. One of our must stay safari properties in Zimbabwe, this award winning lodge is set within its own 136,000 acre private wilderness in the Matetsi Private Game Reserve, with exclusive frontage along the Zambezi River.

Accommodation is varied and thoughtfully designed to suit different travel styles. Guests can choose between luxury suites, a family suite or the exclusive Matetsi River House private villa. Each option offers a serene and comfortable retreat, with air conditioning, king size beds, circular bathtubs, indoor and outdoor rain showers, private plunge pools and expansive decks overlooking the river or surrounding wilderness.

The lodge’s main guest areas are equally impressive, offering space to relax between activities. Facilities include a lap pool, fitness studio, library, boutique shop and a well curated wine cellar, all designed to complement the calm rhythm of life along the Zambezi.

Highlights and Activities at Matetsi

ROOMS: 22 luxury rooms across suites, family accommodation and private villas

BEST FOR: Honeymooners, Couples, families and private groups

ACTIVITIES:

Victoria Falls Tour
Game Drives
Walking Safaris
Private River Cruises
Wellness
Fitness Centre

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES:

White River Rafting
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Zambezi Fishing
Bungee Jumping
Batoka Gorge Activities
Cataract Pools
Horsback Safaris

Why We Love Matetsi Victoria Falls

The wildlife viewing within Matetsi Private Game Reserve is exceptional. The area is particularly renowned for its breeding herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as large prides of lion that move through the reserve. Wild dogs and leopard are also regularly sighted, making game drives consistently rewarding.

What truly elevates Matetsi is the combination of a vast private reserve, river frontage and proximity to Victoria Falls. This allows guests to enjoy a classic safari experience alongside one of Africa’s most iconic natural wonders, without compromising on privacy or exclusivity.

Insider Tip: When you go on game drive, make sure you are ready. When we visited, we had lions on our first corner outside the lodge!

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FAQs About Matetsi Victoria Falls

Just 40 minutes from Victoria Falls is Matetsi Private Game Reserve, a 135,000 acre wilderness area on the banks of the Zambezi River. Matetsi Victoria Falls is located within the Matetsi Private Game Reserve, a vast private reserve set along a pristine stretch of the Zambezi River, upstream from Victoria Falls.

Guests can expect regular sightings of elephant and buffalo, including large breeding herds, as well as well established lion prides. Leopard and wild dog are also frequently encountered, supported by healthy prey populations, along with a wide variety of plains game and rich birdlife throughout the reserve.

Wildlife viewing in the Matetsi Private Game Reserve is excellent, thanks to its vast 135,000 acre unfenced wilderness, which allows wildlife to roam freely across a mosaic of habitats along the Zambezi River. This sense of scale creates a dynamic and ever changing safari experience shaped by natural wildlife movement rather than artificial boundaries.

Yes. Matetsi Victoria Falls works very well for families and multigenerational travel. The lodge offers luxury family suites and the exclusive Matetsi River House private villa, allowing families to enjoy generous space, flexibility and highly personalised safari experiences.

The combination of a large private reserve, nine miles of exclusive Zambezi River frontage and close proximity to Victoria Falls creates a safari experience that feels both exclusive and unpredictable, allowing guests to enjoy true wilderness without sacrificing access to one of Africa’s most iconic natural landmarks.

Set within the 135,000 acre Matetsi Private Game Reserve along the banks of the Zambezi River, the scale and solitude of the reserve deliver a safari experience that is genuinely wild, uncrowded and deeply immersive.

Included activities typically feature guided game drives within the private reserve, Zambezi River cruises, birdwatching and guided Victoria Falls tours. Additional adventure activities in the region are available at an extra cost.

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES:

Victoria Falls Tour
Zambezi River Cruise
Game Drives
Birdwatching

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES:

White River Rafting
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Zambezi Fishing
Bungee Jumping
Batoka Gorge Activities
Cataract Pools
Horseback Riding

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Matetsi Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

A contemporary luxury safari lodge set on a private stretch of the Zambezi River, combining exceptional wildlife viewing with easy access to Victoria Falls.

A Private Zambezi River Safari Near Victoria Falls

Highlights and Activities at Matetsi

Why We Love Matetsi Victoria Falls

FAQs About Matetsi Victoria Falls

Where is Matetsi Victoria Falls located?

What wildlife can I expect to see at Matetsi Victoria Falls?

Is Matetsi Victoria Falls suitable for families?

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What activities are included at Matetsi Victoria Falls?

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