Camps
Batonka Lodge
Batonka Guest Lodge is located near Victoria Falls and is a beautiful, personable lodge with a focus on a high level of service. The guest lodge is nestled in a lush, tranquil garden, a haven from the bustling town, and is within strolling distance to the main attractions in the area.
Batonka Guest Lodge offers both indoor and outdoor dining, a cosy lounge, and a verandah with a picturesque view of the surrounding gardens. The restaurant on the property provides a full English Breakfast and a selection of nourishing farm-style meals for lunch and dinner.
Batonka lodge boasts 27 elegantly decorated rooms that encompass the colonial past of the lodge. All rooms are en suite – 16 with a shower and a bathtub and 11 with just a shower. Furnished with a four-poster bed and pared back wooden desks, the rooms are outfitted with handy mod-cons such as a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. Rooms are tastefully furnished in white with splashes of color.
Victoria Falls is a hub for adventure-seekers with seemingly innumerable adrenaline activities in the town and its surrounds. However, it’s equally pleasant for those wanting to relax and take in the landscape in colonial style. Besides viewing the Falls from the adjacent national park, there are several ways to experience its magnitude: a helicopter flight gives the Angel’s perspective of the Falls and the staggered canyons; a rafting trip through the mighty rapids below; sunset cruises on the Zambezi; bungee jumping and gorge swinging – not to mention the host of cultural experiences to be had in outlying areas, as well as decent wildlife regions nearby. Batonka is well-connected and can assist you in organizing any of the many activities on offer.
The Hide
The Hide Safari Camp is set on a private concession within Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Voted the “Best Tented Safari Camp in Zimbabwe” several times over, you can rest assured you’ll only be receiving the best at The Hide.
Accommodation consists of eight Standard Tents and two Honeymoon Tents uniquely styled along classic safari lines. All Tents have en-suite bathrooms with baths and outdoor showers, a fan for summer and extra warm blankets and hot water bottles for the cooler months. Views from your private deck look out onto a nearby waterhole — keep your binoculars on hand, as elephants, lions and rhinos can often be seen quenching their thirst. The A-frame main building houses the dining room, main lounge, plunge pool and a sun lounge downstairs.
Highlights of a stay here include the deck-to-waterhole underground tunnel, which houses a wine cellar and will take you from the comfort of the main lodge to a viewing hide just metres from the wildlife-rich waterhole. Morning and evening game drives are a daily ritual, but you may also choose to go on an early morning guided walk, afternoon tracking adventure or an ever-exciting night drive with their highly qualified guides.
One of The Hide’s best-kept secrets is their overnight treehouse known as the Dove’s Nest. It overlooks a waterhole where giraffe and elephants often come down to drink. It’s like watching your own wildlife show from up high – quietly and safely. It’s also equipped with all the comforts for a lovely evening under the stars, including a hot shower.
Activities offered from camp:
Morning or evening guided walks; Morning and afternoon game drives; Night drives with spotlight; Underground hides around the pans; Wine cellar; Bush breakfasts; Dove’s Nest overnight sleep-over.
Pioneers Lodge
A short 2.5 km from the magical Victoria Falls, and situated in a peaceful residential suburb, this lodge is in an ideal location. The nostalgic era of the pioneer explorers has been perfectly blended with modern amenities to meet all the requirements of today’s traveler. The property is exclusively reserved for residents which ensures topmost privacy.
Set in lush gardens with beautifully manicured lawns, this 50-room lodge is a great option for those who value comfort and elegance. The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated in a classic style, and each has a clear and open view of the garden. As well as comfortable furniture, multi plugs and good lighting, they all feature air-conditioners, fans, room safes, mosquito nets and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has its own bathroom en-suite with shower, toilet, and a double vanity unit. Pioneers is a family friendly property with four family rooms available.
The heart of “Pioneers” Lodge is the centrally located main area. The layout and classic décor here is extremely welcoming with a serene and stylish lounge which is airy and comfortable, and the rich inside dining room is certainly nostalgic and inviting. The guests also have the option of relaxing and dining on the spacious and expansive terrace, overlooking lush gardens. All areas have overhead fans and are beautifully finished. There is a large saloon style bar area which serves a variety of cold and hot beverages, including local craft beer made from our very own Zambezi water. For the modern traveller, Wi-Fi is important, and this is readily available throughout the lodge. Under the hot African sun, well placed in the lush gardens are two swimming pools for the guests to use at their leisure. In addition to these, a day spa, TV Room and a meetings room are also available on the property.
Activities offered from the Lodge:
Tour of the Falls; Chobe day trip; Zambezi canoeing; Historic bridge tour; Walking safaris; Bunjee and bridge activities; Helicopter trips; Microlight flights; Adventure slides; River cruises; Whitewater rafting; Canopy Tour; Fishing; Elephant Art Safari; Siduli Hide; Game Drives; Village Tour; Horse Riding Safaris.
