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Matetsi Victoria Falls

Set on a private 15 km stretch of the mighty Zambezi River, within 55,000 hectares of pristine Private Game Reserve, Matetsi Victoria Falls is an award winning, five-star retreat which offers the ultimate combination of safari, river, relaxation and the Falls all-in-one. This stunning, family owned lodge is situated in a conservation area which was once decimated by poaching and illegal hunting.  Now visitors can enjoy huge breeding herds of elephant and buffalo, plains game, giraffe, zebra, herds of impala and warthog. Big cats are also often sighted, with lion and leopard most common.  Boat cruises on the Zambezi River also offer sightings of crocodiles, hippos and even occasional herds of elephant swimming in the river.

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Matetsi Victoria Falls is a beautifully designed lodge in a superb location, offering understated luxury alongside an extraordinary team, including talented chefs, butlers and conservation minded guides, where guests have the opportunity to immerse in nature and luxury.

Conservation & Community
Matetsi Victoria Falls community empowerment starts with a 100% Zimbabwean team on property. They also partner with the Greenline Africa Trust, who focus on working with marginalised and vulnerable communities to develop, implement and support sustainable projects concentrating on livelihoods, health, education and biodiversity management.
The continued rewilding and conservation of Matetsi Private Game Reserve, which is carried out by the dedicated conservation team, and supported by guides, trackers.  The team and guests act as wildlife guardians while out on game drives, as this positive human presence across the property, provides eyes in the field and is a deterrent to possible poaching activity.

Accommodation

22 River Lodge Suites – All suites are air-conditioned and come with sumptuous King-size four-poster beds, generous bathtubs, indoor and outdoor rain showers as well as a private plunge pool and deck. Each suite is perfectly appointed so as to capitalize on the lodge’s 15km’s private river frontage.

• Spacious, air-conditioned suite
• King-sized bed
• Generous en-suite bathroom complete with indoor and outdoor showers
• Private plunge pool and deck
• Use of both indoor and outdoor dining spaces
• Boma dining area for traditional meals
• Use of alfresco lounge areas
• In addition to private plunge pool, use of 20m lap pool that flanks the river
• Use of fitness studio
• Use of massage sala
• Use of library, boardroom and owner’s private wine cellar
• Exclusive shopping boutique
• In-room iPad for guests use
• In-room Bluetooth speakers
• Complimentary laundry service
• Complimentary in-lodge and in-room WiFi
• Luxury Safari Vehicle

2 River Lodge Family Suites – Offering the same facilities as the River Lodge suites, the River Lodge Family Suites comprise an adult’s suite with an adjoining passageway to a children’s room via a secure courtyard. The adjoining room sleeps two children in twin beds. Each family suite comprises a main suite with a King-Size bed, a generous bathroom with an indoor and outdoor rain shower as well as a private plunge pool and deck.

1 River House Exclusive-Use Villa – an exclusive-use, four-bedroom villa that is ideal for a large group, family or trans-generational group travelling together. River House is equipped with every luxury necessary in the bush from a full kitchen and indoor and outdoor dining areas that lead out to a spacious veranda with a private swimming pool and fire pit bowl. River House also comes with the dedicated services of a private chef, butler, guide as well as a dedicated game drive vehicle.

• 4-bedrooms
• Fully kitted kitchen for guests’ sole use
• Open-plan indoor and outdoor dining areas overlooking the river
• Air-conditioning throughout as well as sumptuous mosquito nets over the four-poster beds
• En-suite bathrooms complete with generous baths and indoor and outdoor showers
• Indoor fireplace and outdoor fire bowl
• Sole use of the private pool that overlooks the river
• Dedicated guide, tracker and private safari vehicle for duration of your stay

Location

Matetsi Victoria Falls can be accessed via road transfers from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone Airport (Zambia) or Kasane (Botswana).

Road transfer time to Matetsi Victoria Falls to Victoria Falls International Airport is 60 km / 55 mins.

For more information on Matetsi Victoria Falls contact our team of expert Travel Consultants who will be delighted to tailor-make your Zimbabwe travel itinerary.

For a no-obligation quotation,  simply contact us via our free online Request A Quote  service.

Read More

Matetsi Victoria Falls is a beautifully designed lodge in a superb location, offering understated luxury alongside an extraordinary team, including talented chefs, butlers and conservation minded guides, where guests have the opportunity to immerse in nature and luxury.

Conservation & Community
Matetsi Victoria Falls community empowerment starts with a 100% Zimbabwean team on property. They also partner with the Greenline Africa Trust, who focus on working with marginalised and vulnerable communities to develop, implement and support sustainable projects concentrating on livelihoods, health, education and biodiversity management.
The continued rewilding and conservation of Matetsi Private Game Reserve, which is carried out by the dedicated conservation team, and supported by guides, trackers.  The team and guests act as wildlife guardians while out on game drives, as this positive human presence across the property, provides eyes in the field and is a deterrent to possible poaching activity.

Accommodation

22 River Lodge Suites – All suites are air-conditioned and come with sumptuous King-size four-poster beds, generous bathtubs, indoor and outdoor rain showers as well as a private plunge pool and deck. Each suite is perfectly appointed so as to capitalize on the lodge’s 15km’s private river frontage.

• Spacious, air-conditioned suite
• King-sized bed
• Generous en-suite bathroom complete with indoor and outdoor showers
• Private plunge pool and deck
• Use of both indoor and outdoor dining spaces
• Boma dining area for traditional meals
• Use of alfresco lounge areas
• In addition to private plunge pool, use of 20m lap pool that flanks the river
• Use of fitness studio
• Use of massage sala
• Use of library, boardroom and owner’s private wine cellar
• Exclusive shopping boutique
• In-room iPad for guests use
• In-room Bluetooth speakers
• Complimentary laundry service
• Complimentary in-lodge and in-room WiFi
• Luxury Safari Vehicle

2 River Lodge Family Suites – Offering the same facilities as the River Lodge suites, the River Lodge Family Suites comprise an adult’s suite with an adjoining passageway to a children’s room via a secure courtyard. The adjoining room sleeps two children in twin beds. Each family suite comprises a main suite with a King-Size bed, a generous bathroom with an indoor and outdoor rain shower as well as a private plunge pool and deck.

1 River House Exclusive-Use Villa – an exclusive-use, four-bedroom villa that is ideal for a large group, family or trans-generational group travelling together. River House is equipped with every luxury necessary in the bush from a full kitchen and indoor and outdoor dining areas that lead out to a spacious veranda with a private swimming pool and fire pit bowl. River House also comes with the dedicated services of a private chef, butler, guide as well as a dedicated game drive vehicle.

• 4-bedrooms
• Fully kitted kitchen for guests’ sole use
• Open-plan indoor and outdoor dining areas overlooking the river
• Air-conditioning throughout as well as sumptuous mosquito nets over the four-poster beds
• En-suite bathrooms complete with generous baths and indoor and outdoor showers
• Indoor fireplace and outdoor fire bowl
• Sole use of the private pool that overlooks the river
• Dedicated guide, tracker and private safari vehicle for duration of your stay

Location

Matetsi Victoria Falls can be accessed via road transfers from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone Airport (Zambia) or Kasane (Botswana).

Road transfer time to Matetsi Victoria Falls to Victoria Falls International Airport is 60 km / 55 mins.

For more information on Matetsi Victoria Falls contact our team of expert Travel Consultants who will be delighted to tailor-make your Zimbabwe travel itinerary.

For a no-obligation quotation,  simply contact us via our free online Request A Quote  service.

Lodge Facilities

• Activity Desk
• Bar
• Barbecue Facilities
• Eco Friendly
• Gym
• Internet Access (Complimentary)
• Kiddies Club
• Laundry Service (Available)
• Library
• Mobile Connectivity
• Pool
• Private Vehicle Available
• Restaurant
• Spa
• TV Room

Activities:

•Morning, evening & full day game drives.
•Night drives.
•Optional walking safaris.
•Sunrise and sunset boat cruises on the Zambezi River.
• Amateur fishing on the Zambezi river.
• Massage, body-wrap, facial, manicure or pedicure.
•Guided walking tour of Victoria Falls
•Helicopter tour in Victoria Falls
•Half-day or full day tour in and around Victoria Falls can be tailor-made to your activity –  cultural and adrenalin activities can include a village tour and homestead visit, bungee jump off the Victoria Falls bridge, zip-line across the Batoka gorge or white-water raft down the rapids of the Zambezi.

• Return Transfer to/from Matetsi from/to within the Victoria Falls area
• Scheduled Tour of the Falls experience including a guided walking Tour of the Falls with option of earlier transfer for guests doing additional activities (once per guest per stay)
• Shared safari activities including game drives & safari walks
• A sunrise or sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River and additional boat cruises subject to availability
• Birdwatching
• Amateur fishing
• Three meals daily and the house selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic beverages
• Laundry
• Conservation Contribution of US$ 20 per person per night towards the ongoing conservation work carried out on Matetsi Private Game Reserve.
• Emergency medical evacuation

LENGTH

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Lodge Facilities

• Activity Desk
• Bar
• Barbecue Facilities
• Eco Friendly
• Gym
• Internet Access (Complimentary)
• Kiddies Club
• Laundry Service (Available)
• Library
• Mobile Connectivity
• Pool
• Private Vehicle Available
• Restaurant
• Spa
• TV Room

Activities:

•Morning, evening & full day game drives.
•Night drives.
•Optional walking safaris.
•Sunrise and sunset boat cruises on the Zambezi River.
• Amateur fishing on the Zambezi river.
• Massage, body-wrap, facial, manicure or pedicure.
•Guided walking tour of Victoria Falls
•Helicopter tour in Victoria Falls
•Half-day or full day tour in and around Victoria Falls can be tailor-made to your activity –  cultural and adrenalin activities can include a village tour and homestead visit, bungee jump off the Victoria Falls bridge, zip-line across the Batoka gorge or white-water raft down the rapids of the Zambezi.

• Return Transfer to/from Matetsi from/to within the Victoria Falls area
• Scheduled Tour of the Falls experience including a guided walking Tour of the Falls with option of earlier transfer for guests doing additional activities (once per guest per stay)
• Shared safari activities including game drives & safari walks
• A sunrise or sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River and additional boat cruises subject to availability
• Birdwatching
• Amateur fishing
• Three meals daily and the house selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic beverages
• Laundry
• Conservation Contribution of US$ 20 per person per night towards the ongoing conservation work carried out on Matetsi Private Game Reserve.
• Emergency medical evacuation

LENGTH

Price On Request

BEST MONTHS TO VISIT

ALL YEAR

FROM

US$995

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Choose a Safari Specialist in your time zone and start planning your tailor-made safari to Kenya.

Curating ultimate tailor-made safari experiences for 35 years

Curating ultimate tailor-made safari experiences for 35 years

What Our Clients Say About Us

In our commitment to excellence, we not only strive to exceed our clients’ expectations but also value their feedback. We are proud to present our clients’ feedback.

Matetsi Victoria Falls

Matetsi Victoria Falls is located on a private 15 km stretch of the mighty Zambezi – meaning “The Great River” in the local Tonga language. It is just 40 km upriver from the rush and spray of the Victoria Falls.  ( A less than 45 min drive from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), and 15 minutes by direct helicopter transfer). The property is also accessible by road transfer from Livingstone (Zambia) and Kasane (Botswana).

Matetsi Victoria Falls  is situated within a private 136,000-acre pristine wilderness – the Matetsi Private Game Reserve  offering an idyllic oasis from which to explore a unique combination of rich wildlife viewing and scenic Victoria Falls experiences adventure, or simply to relax and recharge.

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Matetsi Victoria Falls can be booked either on a full or part exclusive-use basis.  The full exclusive-use option includes a buyout of the whole lodge, private access to the 136,000-acre wilderness area that is Matetsi Private Game Reserve and 9 miles of Zambezi river frontage. The part exclusive-use option, offers an exclusive camp on the banks of the Zambezi by granting private access to the Matetsi Victoria Falls western guest area.

There are two beautiful accommodation options are offered at Matetsi Victoria Falls.

  • Matetsi River Lodge is set on a private concession and the broad Zambezi River runs deep alongside two intimate camps, with nine river-facing suites each; Luxury Family Suites and Luxury Suites. Clad in an intricate woven pattern that calls to mind the country’s rich heritage, the cool and spacious suites boast contemporary interiors embellished with natural finishes, and decorated with abstract pieces of art, created by a renowned local artist. Each suite features a lovely bathroom and private veranda with exceptional views of the river. Set in the deep shade of riverside trees, each camp has a dedicated guest area. Delicious menus are created in an interactive kitchen and served indoors or beneath a canopy of trees by your personal butler. Al fresco dining takes place next to the Zambezi’s running waters.
  • Matetsi River House is a sole-use villa that boasts an exclusive-use 4-bedroomed private villa, positioned within the vast Matetsi Private Game Reserve, close to Victoria Falls and offers the ideal home-away-from-home for families or friends travelling together. Here you’ll be looked after by a dedicated team, including private chef and butler. A private safari vehicle is at your disposal, with your personal guide and tracker ensuring a very exclusive safari experience.

Matetsi Victoria Falls mission is well aligned with our own, they are on a mission is to conserve vast areas of pristine wilderness and create employment, upskilling and opportunities for Zimbabweans. Prior  to the establishment of Matetsi Victoria Falls, Matetsi Private Game Reserve had been decimated by poaching and illegal hunting, today the sight of vast herds of elephant drinking at a waterhole or healthy prides of lion hunting buffalo on the vlei is a constant reminder of the incredible turnaround this ecosystem has experienced.

Experiences: 
  • Explore the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the “largest waterfall on Earth.
  • Enjoy game viewing in the worlds largest  transfrontier conservation area – Matetsi Victoria Falls is in the heart of the KAZA transfrontier; this expansive wilderness has no fences and so wildlife roam freely, as they would have hundreds of years ago. Here you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy morning and evening game drives as well as night drives and optional walking safaris. For longer stays,  they offer full day game drives with lunch served out in the pristine wilderness. (Four of the Big 5 are found across a variety of different ecosystems, only the endangered Rhino is absent)
  • Experience the renowned Zambezi river cruises. Matetsi Private Game Reserve lies along 9 miles of private Zambezi river frontage, and  offers stunning sunrise  and sunset cruises on the Zambezi river
  • There is also canoeing along the spectacular Zambezi river, and exploring her incredible flora and fauna, from a very unique perspective.
  • Celebrate Africa’s vibrant heritage, communities & plant life with wellness treatments from luxuriant spa products & soothing treatments, inspired by the wisdom of Africa’s traditional healers.
  • Culinary delights; you’ll have the opportunity to experience a variety of dining experiences, the menus, which are prepared daily, focus on regionally sourced, exceptional produce and the chefs are adept at catering for a wide range of dietaries; they are frequently complimented for pleasing the most particular of requests.
Read More

Matetsi Victoria Falls can be booked either on a full or part exclusive-use basis.  The full exclusive-use option includes a buyout of the whole lodge, private access to the 136,000-acre wilderness area that is Matetsi Private Game Reserve and 9 miles of Zambezi river frontage. The part exclusive-use option, offers an exclusive camp on the banks of the Zambezi by granting private access to the Matetsi Victoria Falls western guest area.

There are two beautiful accommodation options are offered at Matetsi Victoria Falls.

  • Matetsi River Lodge is set on a private concession and the broad Zambezi River runs deep alongside two intimate camps, with nine river-facing suites each; Luxury Family Suites and Luxury Suites. Clad in an intricate woven pattern that calls to mind the country’s rich heritage, the cool and spacious suites boast contemporary interiors embellished with natural finishes, and decorated with abstract pieces of art, created by a renowned local artist. Each suite features a lovely bathroom and private veranda with exceptional views of the river. Set in the deep shade of riverside trees, each camp has a dedicated guest area. Delicious menus are created in an interactive kitchen and served indoors or beneath a canopy of trees by your personal butler. Al fresco dining takes place next to the Zambezi’s running waters.
  • Matetsi River House is a sole-use villa that boasts an exclusive-use 4-bedroomed private villa, positioned within the vast Matetsi Private Game Reserve, close to Victoria Falls and offers the ideal home-away-from-home for families or friends travelling together. Here you’ll be looked after by a dedicated team, including private chef and butler. A private safari vehicle is at your disposal, with your personal guide and tracker ensuring a very exclusive safari experience.

Matetsi Victoria Falls mission is well aligned with our own, they are on a mission is to conserve vast areas of pristine wilderness and create employment, upskilling and opportunities for Zimbabweans. Prior  to the establishment of Matetsi Victoria Falls, Matetsi Private Game Reserve had been decimated by poaching and illegal hunting, today the sight of vast herds of elephant drinking at a waterhole or healthy prides of lion hunting buffalo on the vlei is a constant reminder of the incredible turnaround this ecosystem has experienced.

Experiences: 
  • Explore the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the “largest waterfall on Earth.
  • Enjoy game viewing in the worlds largest  transfrontier conservation area – Matetsi Victoria Falls is in the heart of the KAZA transfrontier; this expansive wilderness has no fences and so wildlife roam freely, as they would have hundreds of years ago. Here you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy morning and evening game drives as well as night drives and optional walking safaris. For longer stays,  they offer full day game drives with lunch served out in the pristine wilderness. (Four of the Big 5 are found across a variety of different ecosystems, only the endangered Rhino is absent)
  • Experience the renowned Zambezi river cruises. Matetsi Private Game Reserve lies along 9 miles of private Zambezi river frontage, and  offers stunning sunrise  and sunset cruises on the Zambezi river
  • There is also canoeing along the spectacular Zambezi river, and exploring her incredible flora and fauna, from a very unique perspective.
  • Celebrate Africa’s vibrant heritage, communities & plant life with wellness treatments from luxuriant spa products & soothing treatments, inspired by the wisdom of Africa’s traditional healers.
  • Culinary delights; you’ll have the opportunity to experience a variety of dining experiences, the menus, which are prepared daily, focus on regionally sourced, exceptional produce and the chefs are adept at catering for a wide range of dietaries; they are frequently complimented for pleasing the most particular of requests.

Talk to a Specialist

Choose a Safari Specialist in your time zone and start planning your tailor-made safari to Kenya.

Talk to a Specialist

Choose a Safari Specialist in your time zone and start planning your tailor-made safari to Kenya.

Curating ultimate tailor-made safari experiences for 35 years

Curating ultimate tailor-made safari experiences for 35 years

What Our Clients Say About Us

In our commitment to excellence, we not only strive to exceed our clients’ expectations but also value their feedback. We are proud to present our clients’ feedback.

David C

Once I narrowed my choice of African tour providers to 4, I wrote and asked them to compare themselves to the others. I got several very candid responses including this one from Gamewatchers Safaris: “I can guarantee you I can give you a..

Veronica P

I booked my holiday to Kenya as a solo traveller via a company in the UK. They used Gamewatchers Safaris as their local contact. From start to finish of my trip I felt very safe and all the arrangements went without a hitch. I was collected from the..

Dev P

We've just returned from a Kenyan Safari and Beach holiday all advised and organised by Wayne Hammond of Gamewatchers. He was always available, full of knowledge, and the itinerary delivered on all expectations. We would..

David C

Once I narrowed my choice of African tour providers to 4, I wrote and asked them to compare themselves to the others. I got several very candid responses including this one from Gamewatchers Safaris: “I can guarantee you I can give you a..

Veronica P

I booked my holiday to Kenya as a solo traveller via a company in the UK. They used Gamewatchers Safaris as their local contact. From start to finish of my trip I felt very safe and all the arrangements went without a hitch. I was collected from the..

Dev P

We've just returned from a Kenyan Safari and Beach holiday all advised and organised by Wayne Hammond of Gamewatchers. He was always available, full of knowledge, and the itinerary delivered on all expectations. We would..

What Our Clients Say About Us

In our commitment to excellence, we not only strive to exceed our clients’ expectations but also value their feedback. We are proud to present our clients’ feedback.

David C

Once I narrowed my choice of African tour providers to 4, I wrote and asked them to compare themselves to the others. I got several very candid responses including this one from Gamewatchers Safaris: “I can guarantee you I can give you a..

Veronica P

I booked my holiday to Kenya as a solo traveller via a company in the UK. They used Gamewatchers Safaris as their local contact. From start to finish of my trip I felt very safe and all the arrangements went without a hitch. I was collected from the..

Dev P

We've just returned from a Kenyan Safari and Beach holiday all advised and organised by Wayne Hammond of Gamewatchers. He was always available, full of knowledge, and the itinerary delivered on all expectations. We would..

David C

Once I narrowed my choice of African tour providers to 4, I wrote and asked them to compare themselves to the others. I got several very candid responses including this one from Gamewatchers Safaris: “I can guarantee you I can give you a..

Veronica P

I booked my holiday to Kenya as a solo traveller via a company in the UK. They used Gamewatchers Safaris as their local contact. From start to finish of my trip I felt very safe and all the arrangements went without a hitch. I was collected from the..

Dev P

We've just returned from a Kenyan Safari and Beach holiday all advised and organised by Wayne Hammond of Gamewatchers. He was always available, full of knowledge, and the itinerary delivered on all expectations. We would..

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