Matetsi River Lodge









Overview
Luxury on the river
Matetsi River House is the perfect blend of a thrilling safari experience and an idyllic luxury escape to nature in one of Africa’s most sought-after destinations. Extraordinary scenery, utmost tranquillity and superb game viewing make Matetsi an ideal base for a journey to visit the largest waterfall on Earth.
Matetsi River House is located on a 50,000-hectare private reserve on the Zimbabwean side of the mighty Victoria Falls. Its close proximity to the Falls make exciting adventure activities accessible, while still providing travelers with a refined and exclusive safari retreat with all the luxuries of a five-star lodge.
The lodge with its nine river-facing luxury suites, and exclusive-use 4-bedroomed private villa, has been thoughtfully designed with the natural surroundings in mind. Polished earth finishes local copper detailing and custom works by local artisans work together to create a seamless flow between interior and exterior living spaces. A shining gem in Zimbabwe’s crown!
Highlights
- Fishing
- Exceptional bird watching
- Distinctly African contemporary design
- Game drives, boat safaris and walking safaris on offer
- Private Zambezi river access and river views from every suite
When to go
Year Round
Experiences
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Crafted for the bold + discerning.
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9-day Victoria Falls to Botswana Luxury Safari
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March to June
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12 DAYS
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Take a seat beside the campfire, where untold stories rise with the smoke, legends live in the land, and luxury is part of the wild.
What our
Travelers say
Travelers say
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"Thank you for the best honeymoon we could’ve imagined! We spent 5 nights on safari at luxury lodges, followed by 3 nights in Cape Town, and ended our journey on a stunning private nature reserve. Everything ran seamlessly, and the team stayed in touch with us throughout. Words can’t describe how incredible the experience was."
Ilicia Manzi, New York, USA
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"As a travel journalist who’s stayed at hundreds of hotels and worked with countless guides, I can confidently say Ker & Downey® Africa stands out. From handpicking exceptional properties to being available before 8am on a Saturday, their attention to detail and high-touch service made my South African journey seamless. I wouldn’t plan another trip to Africa without them."
Katie Jackson, New York, USA
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