Luxury Out-of-town Safari Lodges and Camps in Victoria Falls

Compare the best luxury safari lodges and tented camps in Victoria Falls, with expert guidance on choosing the right stay for your safari experience

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From our experience working in Victoria Falls, luxury out-of-town safari lodges and camps offer a more immersive, nature-focused alternative to staying in town. These properties are typically set along the Zambezi River or within private concessions, creating a true safari- style environment with wildlife, open landscapes and a strong sense of privacy.

You can expect premium accommodation ranging from high-end lodges to elegant tented safari camps, with spacious, well-appointed suites, outdoor decks, private swimming pools and breathtaking views from your bedroom. Service levels are consistently high, with guided activities, personalised hosting and all-inclusive packages that make the experience seamless.

These lodges do come at a premium, but we find the value is often better than expected. With meals, drinks and guided activities typically included, the overall cost difference compared to high-end hotels in Victoria Falls town is not as large as it first seems. In our view, you’re not just paying for accommodation, but for the overall experience, location and level of service that these iconic lodges offer.

What really sets this category apart is the combination of luxury comfort with a safari experience — ideal for romantic getaways or travellers looking for something more exclusive and tranquil. While these lodges are located outside Victoria Falls town, transfers are well organised, and we find the added space, scenery and overall atmosphere more than justify the distance.

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Old Drift Lodge – Luxury Zambezi River Safari Lodge

Size: 14 suites
Price range: $ $ $ $
Location: Zambezi National Park, approx. 7km upstream from Victoria Falls

Why this is one of our top choices

• Located within Zambezi National Park, this offers a genuine safari lodge setting along the river while still being within easy reach of Victoria Falls — a great option if you want both safari and waterfall experiences
• One of the standout features is its intimate scale, which gives it a more exclusive feel compared to larger lodges — particularly well suited to couples and honeymooners
• We think the design strikes a great balance between luxury and authenticity, with elegant tented safari suites, indoor and outdoor bathrooms and private plunge pools overlooking the Zambezi River
• The experience feels well curated, with game drives, river cruises and guided activities included — a strong choice if you’re looking for a lodge with a safari experience built in
• Service is consistently attentive, and from our experience, the guiding adds real value to the overall stay
• The all-inclusive setup works particularly well here, making everything feel easy and well organised while still allowing access to Victoria Falls
• Overall, we see this as a premium safari lodge that blends comfort with a more immersive setting — ideal for romantic getaways and first-time safari travellers

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