Victoria Falls River Lodge

Victoria Falls River Lodge is located within Zambezi National Park in Zimbabwe, set along the banks of the Zambezi River and approximately 30 minutes from Victoria Falls International Airport.

Yes. Victoria Falls River Lodge is very well suited to families and multigenerational travel. In addition to family tents and flexible accommodation options, the lodge offers exclusive use private villas that are ideal for groups wanting space and privacy while still enjoying full lodge activities and guiding.

• Hippo Creek Villa is a private, multi bedroom villa set along the riverbank, offering generous living spaces, a private pool and dedicated staff. This is where Kyle and the Ubuntu Travel team stayed, and it works particularly well for families or groups wanting a relaxed, home style safari base close to Victoria Falls.
• Rapids View Villa offers a more elevated position overlooking the Zambezi River, with expansive views, multiple bedrooms and private living areas. It is ideal for families or friends travelling together who want exclusivity combined with easy access to both river and safari experiences.

Together, these options allow families to enjoy a seamless blend of privacy, flexibility and adventure in one of Africa’s most iconic destinations.

Yes. Couples and honeymooners particularly enjoy the Island Treehouse Suites, which are located on a private island a short boat ride from the main lodge. These suites offer a secluded and romantic escape with exceptional river views.

Wildlife sightings commonly include elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and crocodile, along with a wide variety of plains game such as zebra, sable, kudu and impala. Wild dogs are occasionally seen moving through the area, while big cats such as lion and leopard are present but encountered more sporadically, adding to the sense of unpredictability and exploration.

For birders, the riverine habitat is especially rewarding. Species frequently seen include African fish eagle, saddle billed stork, goliath heron, kingfishers, bee eaters and a wide range of waterbirds and raptors that thrive along the Zambezi.

Game drives take place within the Zambezi National Park, which covers more than 150,000 acres of protected wilderness along the Zambezi River. This lesser visited park offers a relaxed and scenic safari experience and works particularly well as an introduction to safari or as a gentle way to round off a broader wildlife journey.

Victoria Falls River Lodge offers a well balanced mix of safari, river and adventure based experiences. Activities are designed to showcase both the Zambezi River and the surrounding wilderness, while also providing easy access to Victoria Falls and the region’s most iconic highlights.

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES:

• Victoria Falls Tour
• Zambezi River Cruise
• Game Drives in Zambezi National Park
• Birdwatching

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES:

• White River Rafting
• Helicopter Scenic Flights
• Zambezi Fishing
• Bungee Jumping
• Batoka Gorge Activities
• Cataract Pools
• Chobe Day Drives
• Bushtrack Express

ON-SITE ACTIVITIES:

• Walking Safaris
• Fishing Safaris

Victoria Falls River Lodge combines a genuine riverside safari experience with easy access to Victoria Falls, allowing guests to enjoy both wildlife and one of Africa’s most iconic natural landmarks in a single stay. Its mix of mainland accommodation and private island suites, along with both land and water based activities, makes it one of the most versatile lodges in the region.

When co-founder Kyle Green and the Ubuntu Travel team stayed here, what stood out most was the warm, family owned atmosphere that runs throughout the lodge. Staying at Hippo Creek Villa, the private chef and dedicated team delivered exceptionally attentive service, creating a relaxed and personal safari experience.

The lodge continues to evolve, with refurbished riverfront tented suites and the newly built Malachite Luxury Suites, both of which feel fresh, contemporary and thoughtfully designed, while still maintaining the lodge’s strong connection to the Zambezi River setting.