Matetsi River Lodge

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Matetsi River Lodge

Luxury Zambezi Lodge on a Private Reserve near Victoria Falls

Matetsi River Lodge is an exclusive five-star retreat within the vast Matetsi Private Game Reserve, offering roughly 15 kilometers of private Zambezi River frontage about 40 kilometers upstream from Victoria Falls. The lodge is arranged as two intimate river-facing camps of nine suites each (including family options), all with private plunge pools and views across the river. Expert-guided activities span game drives and walks to serene river cruises and canoeing.

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From: POA

Rating | Luxury

Highlights & What to Expect

Private reserve setting with prolific wildlife and year-round river views.
Two boutique camps; 18 river-facing suites each with a plunge pool and deck.
Day and night game drives plus guided walks with highly trained guides.
River experiences: sunset cruises, canoeing, and seasonal catch-and-release fishing.
Refined dining, notable copper-accented bars, and warm Zimbabwean hospitality.

Location & Setting

Built of local stone, timber, and thatch to blend into the riverine landscape, the lodge sits along a private stretch of the Zambezi forming the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. With approximately 55,000 hectares of protected wilderness and numerous water sources, the reserve delivers exceptional sightings alongside tranquil river vistas—an ideal pairing of safari and Zambezi activities.

Rooms

Luxurious river-facing suites combine contemporary design with classic safari touches. Each offers an outdoor deck with Zambezi views, a private plunge pool, indoor and outdoor showers, and a spacious bathroom with a soaking tub. Options include a family suite and a four-bedroom private villa for exclusive-use stays.

Facilities

Generous indoor-outdoor guest areas feature lounges, dining spaces, and decks that flow to river-edge pools. Copper-accented bars are a signature, and starlit bomas set the scene for open-air dinners. A fitness space, massage treatments, and curated wine selections round out the experience between activities.