The Victoria Falls Hotel is a grand base from which to experience one of the world’s greatest natural wonders: Victoria Falls. The Hotel The property is set just a short walk from the edge of the falls, and overlooking the Batoka Gorge. Opened in 1904, the Victoria Falls Hotel combines Edwardian elegance with modern comfort. Set within manicured gardens and verandas shaded by centuries-old trees, the hotel offers a range of polished and elegant rooms and suites, some with views of the Victoria Falls Bridge and the spray rising from the gorge. Amenities & experiences  Guests at the Victoria Falls Hotel enjoy privileged access to Victoria Falls National Park, with guided tours of the Falls easily arranged from the hotel. Beyond the Falls, a wide variety of experiences can be organised, including helicopter flights, sunset cruises on the Zambezi River, game drives in nearby reserves, and adrenaline-packed activities such as white-water rafting and bungee jumping. Within the hotel grounds, guests can relax by the swimming pool, enjoy the gardens, or unwind with a drink on the terrace overlooking the gorge. Dining & drinking Dining here is a refined affair, with several distinctive venues to choose from. The Livingstone Room offers formal fine dining inspired by classical European cuisine, while Stanley’s Terrace is famed for afternoon tea and light meals with views towards the Falls. Jungle Junction provides a more relaxed atmosphere, and the historic bar is an elegant spot for cocktails as the sun sets over the gorge.

Matetsi Victoria Falls is a pristine, intimate base from which to explore both the wilderness and the nearby Victoria Falls, just about a 45 minutes drive away. The Hotel Deep within the vast wilderness of Matetsi Private Game Reserve in Zimbabwe, Matetsi Victoria Falls is a five-star safari retreat set along a private stretch of the Zambezi River. It comprises river facing luxury suites, a few family suites and an exclusive private villa, all of which designed to maximise views of the Zambezi and the surrounding bush. Amenities & experiences  Matetsi Victoria Falls offers a true safari experience, with expert guides and a range of activities bringing guests right in the landscape, among the wildlife, in its 136,000 acres of private reserve. Game drives, night drives and guided walks take guests in search of elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and a rich birdlife, while boat cruises, canoeing, fishing and sundowner excursions at dawn and dusk make for great water safaris on the Zambezi. Back at the lodge, you can choose to relax by the long lap pool on the riverbank, enjoy a massage, or to keep active in the fitness studio. Dining & drinking Dining at Matetsi means connecting deeply to the setting, with menus that showcase local flavours and contemporary flair and meals set against the backdrop of the Zambezi. Gourmet meals are served in a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces, and special private dining can be arranged by the bush.

Discover luxury in the wilderness at Mpala Jena Camp, a boutique safari camp positioned along the beautiful tree-laden banks of the Zambezi River. The Hotel Evoking the essence of barefoot luxury, Mpala Jena is suited to travellers seeking an intimate safari experience at a camp that offers beautifully appointed accommodation. Spacious and serene, the guest suites are nestled amongst Sausage and Jackalberry trees, with a private deck and outdoor bath and shower. Amenities & experiences  The abundant wildlife can be enjoyed on safari drives, boat cruises, walking trails and even in camp. From June to October, buffalo and elephant sightings are at their highest, and the park is renowned for having more lions per km2 than any other in Zimbabwe. Beyond the safari experience, there's a library for lazy afternoons, a fantastic pool to laze by under the warmth of the sun and a range of activities nearby including fishing, helicopter rides and river cruises.