Kariba Safari Lodge

The hillside position of this lovely safari lodge means fantastic views over the lake and nearby islands

Introduction

Kariba Safari Lodge is located on a hillside, along the northern shore of Lake Kariba, just a 20- to 30-minute drive from Kariba Airport. The lodge can also be access from Harare via a 370km or 5 hour drive.

It's elevated position on a mountainside gives guests sweeping views over the water, as well as the islands in the eastern basin of the lake. From each of the rooms, you get a panoramic view of the vista. Because of the way the lodge is built on the hillside, it is advised that guests who may struggle with steep inclines stay closer to the main reception area.

In the main lodge area, an open aired dining area invites meals beneath the African sky, with an enclosed option for the rainy season. Comfortable couches offer a space for relaxation as well as easy access to the pool bar around the corner. A large swimming pool encourages time out on the loungers as well as a dip in the cool waters as a reprieve from the Kariba heat. A fire pit with cushioned seats is the perfect spot to sit and reflect on the adventures of the day.

Being set above Lake Kariba on a forested hillside, the views are spectacular from the 9 open-fronted en suite rooms, as well as from the private patios of our 8 suites. Every room has twin beds that convert into king-size doubles, and each suite can sleep 4 guests in king-size double beds and on 2 Indian day beds. Each room has a coffee station, as well as a minibar. Private, spacious and scenic, our rooms encourage distant daydreaming, witnessing the wild while encased in comfort.

Kariba Safari Lodge operates completely off the country's main electricity grid, using 100% renewable solar energy systems, with power being generated by solar panels. Water at the lodge is supplied from Lake Kariba and treated through water filters for showering. Drinking water is treated through reverse osmosis. The surrounding villages supply fresh produce to the lodge where possible. This facilitates empowering the local farmers and support the villages in a continuous and sustainable way. They also have their own aquaponics veggie and herb garden.

Summary

• Hillside lodge along the lake, 370kms from Harare
• Elevated position giving sweeping views of the lake
• Main area with open dining and lounge
• Adjacent bar and pool, and firepit
• Spacious guest rooms also with lake views
• Utilises eco-friendly solutions

Accommodation at Kariba Safari Lodge

• 9 rooms - Twin beds that convert into king-size doubles
• 8 suites - Can sleep 4 guests in king-size double beds and on 2 Indian day beds

All rooms have:
• A panoramic view of the lake
• Coffee/tea station
• Minibar
• Air-conditioner
• Mosquito nets
• En-suite bathroom with shower and double basins
• Private patio
• Ceiling fan
• Room safe
• Adapters for charging

Dining

Meals are served by the open aired dining area under the main lodge, as well as outdoor dining.

Facilities and Services

• Main lodge with lounge and dining area
• Fire pit with cushion seats and with views of the lake
• Pool bar
• Laundry service
• Swimming Pool
• WiFi
• Sandy beach and built in swimming cage in the lake
• 100% use of solar power
• Activities: Hikes and bush tracks; Half-day town excursion; Catamaran experience; Game drives

Children

• Children of all ages are welcome at the lodge
• There are no "family" rooms, but the suites can accommodated up to 2 adults and 2 children
• There is a fence around the concession, but animals such as elephants, warthog, zebra, monkeys, baboons do make their way onto the property

How to Get to Kariba Safari Lodge

• Self-Drive to the lodge via Kariba town.
• Road transfer from Harare.
• Fly into Kariba Airport and take a road transfer to Kariba Safari Lodge

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