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Matetsi River Lodge
Victoria Falls, Matetsi
Zimbabwe
Matetsi River Lodge is a family-owned property set within the expansive 55,000 hectare Matetsi Private Game Reserve, just 45 km upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls.
The lodge comprises 18 river-facing suites, divided into East and West Camps, each with nine suites. These operate independently with their own main areas, staff, and management. Designed to maximize the stunning river views, each suite is spacious, air-conditioned, and tastefully furnished, featuring ceiling fans, a private verandah, and a plunge pool overlooking the Zambezi.
The main lodge areas are open-sided, allowing for uninterrupted views and guests can relax in the sitting room, dine in indoor or outdoor settings, and enjoy drinks at the bar.
Centrally located between the two camps is the Matetsi River House, a luxurious four-bedroom private villa. Guests staying here enjoy exclusive use of the house that comes with a private chef, guide, safari vehicle, and a dedicated hosting team.
Shared amenities across the property include a 25-metre infinity pool, a fitness centre, an on-site spa, and a curio shop.
Matetsi offers a range of activities focused on both the private game reserve and the Zambezi River.
About This Area
Victoria Falls is where the Zambezi River drops 100m into a narrow gorge, known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, "The Smoke That Thunders" in the local dialect. The falls sit on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is one of the world's largest waterfalls, with a width of 1,708 m (5,604 ft), offering a rich habitat for several unique species of plants and animals. "Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by Angels in their flight" is the often-quoted note that David Livingstone made when he first saw this breathtaking waterfall.
Victoria Falls is a small town on the southern side of the falls in Zimbabwe, just across the river from the Zambian town of Livingstone; it is a crossroads for travellers who can participate in many adventurous activities while marvelling at the waterfall. These include sightseeing flights over the falls, canoeing, or rafting down the Zambezi on one of the world's most challenging stretches of white water.
Matetsi River Lodge
