Luxury Lodges · Matetsi Private Game Reserve, Zimbabwe
Matetsi Victoria Falls River Suite(s)
Overview
Set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River with 15km of private river frontage, Matetsi Victoria Falls is located just 40km upstream from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Victoria Falls.
Set beneath the thick canopies of a vast riverine forest, River Lodge comprises two intimate river-facing camps consisting of nine suites each, of which two are family suites. Here generosity of space and absolute privacy are a given, with a bold sequence of architectural spaces and contemporary interiors defined by an earthy yet sophisticated mix of textured latte screens, contemporary blonde basketry, warm tactile wood and the lustre of copper.
All suites are air-conditioned and come with sumptuous King-size four-poster beds, generous bathtubs, indoor and outdoor rain showers as well as a private plunge pool and deck. Each suite is perfectly appointed so as to capitalize on the lodge’s 15km’s private river frontage.
Amenities:
• Spacious, air-conditioned suite
• King-sized bed
• Generous en-suite bathroom complete with indoor and outdoor showers
• Private plunge pool and deck
• Use of both indoor and outdoor dining spaces
• Boma dining area for traditional meals
• Use of alfresco lounge areas
• In addition to private plunge pool, use of 20m lap pool that flanks the river
• Use of fitness studio
• Use of massage sala
• Use of library, boardroom and owner’s private wine cellar
• Exclusive shopping boutique
• In-room iPad for guests use
• In-room Bluetooth speakers
• Complimentary laundry service
• Complimentary in-lodge and in-room WiFi
• Luxury Safari Vehicle
Offers
Current offers
Honeymoon Offer
This exclusive Honeymoon Package includes a 50% saving on one partner’s accommodation at Matetsi Victoria Falls – where romance reigns at our tree-canopied River Lodges suites – with dreamy river views, and private plunge pools and dining.
Conditions: <p>Available until 31 March 2028.</p><p>Offer may be combined with the Signature Tour of the Falls experience and one of the Long Stay offers (subject to seasonal availability).</p><p>One partner pays full rate, and the other partner pays 50% of the accommodation rate for the whole stay.</p><p>Offer is not applicable to River Lodge Family Suites or River House Private Villa.</p><p>This offer is not valid for any Zimbabwean or SADC rates or special offers.</p><p>Valid for travel within 6 months of the date of marriage.</p><p>Minimum 2-night stay.</p>
Stay 3 nights & only pay for 2 nights
Spend three nights on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, while only paying for two. Fill your days with safari and river activities or simply relax and unwind in our beautiful corner of the world. This offer presents an exceptional 33% discount for travel within Emerald Season, from December through to March (excluding festive dates).
Conditions: <p>Available for all new standard rate bookings for travel from 01 December – 15 December 2026 and 8 January – 31 March 2027.</p><p>This offer includes our Standard Includes.</p><p>This offer includes a Signature Tour of the Falls experience, including Parks Fees (up to USD 50 pp).</p><p>A signature tour of the Falls experience.</p><p>Not combinable with any other offers.</p><p>This offer is not valid for any Zimbabwean or SADC special rates.</p><p>Not valid for River Family Suite or River House.</p>
4-Night Stay:Helicopter Experience
Stay for 4 nights at Matetsi Victoria Falls and enjoy a complimentary helicopter flight one-way to/from Matetsi from/to Victoria Falls, including a scenic flight over the Falls, the Zambezi River & Matetsi Private Game Reserve.
This experience starts as your helicopter lifts off from Matetsi Private Game Reserve’s helipad. You’ll fly across the reserve, with the opportunity to see wildlife from the air, and down the Zambezi river towards the mighty Victoria Falls. Marvel at the Batoka Gorge formation and experience the renowned ‘Flight of the Angels’* over the Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall, the scale of which can only truly be appreciated from this aerial perspective.
After touch down in Victoria Falls town, you may then enjoy activities in and around Victoria Falls town, including our Signature guided walking Tour of the Falls, before retreating back to the tranquil Matetsi Victoria Falls for an evening activity – perhaps a sundowner on the Zambezi river?
*’Flight of Angels’ is an affectionate name borne from the explorer David Livingstone’s description of the Falls the first time he laid eyes on them “A sight so lovely it must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight”.
Conditions: <p>Available 01 September 2026 – 31 March 2027</p><p>Includes necessary helicopter fees and transfers and one-way road transfer as necessary.</p><p>1 Flight per booking, per stay.</p><p>Upgrade to helicopter airport transfer is available, please enquire with our reservations team.</p><p>Minimum 4-night stay.</p><p>Not combinable with the Stay/Pay Offers.</p><p>This offer is not valid for any Zimbabwean or SADC rates or special offers.</p>
Stay 4 nights, Pay for 3 nights
Experience the Matetsi Magic, staying for 4 nights and only pay for 3 nights. The additional complimentary night allows for more time to explore the pristine wilderness and enjoy the incredible array of activities on offer at Matetsi Private Game Reserve.
Conditions: <p>Available from 01 September 2026 – 31 March 2027.</p><p>Long Stay offers are not combinable. However, this may be combined with the Honeymoon offer.</p><p>This offer is not valid for any Zimbabwean or SADC rates or special offers.</p><p>This offer does not include a scenic helicopter experience.</p><p>Not valid for River Lodge Family Suite or River House Private Villa.</p>
Matetsi Retreat: Pay 5 Stay 7
Stay for 7 nights and only pay for 5 nights while experiencing the ultimate retreat with a combination of tranquil Zambezi River, exclusive safari and spectacular Victoria Falls. The Matetsi Retreat includes a complimentary 60-minute relaxing massage.
Conditions: <p>Available from 01 September 2026– 31 March 2027.</p><p>1 x 60-minute complimentary massage per guest per stay (subject to availability).</p><p>Long Stay offers may not be combined. However, this may be combined with the Honeymoon offer.</p><p>This offer does not include a helicopter experience.</p><p>This offer is not valid for any Zimbabwean or SADC special rates.</p><p>Not valid for River Lodge Family Suite or River House Private Villa.</p>
Details
Good to know
Languages spoken
English
Ideal for
Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Property facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Activity Desk, Air conditioner, Baby Sitting, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Business Centre, Children Friendly, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Gym / Fitness Centre, Gym on property, Halaal, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service, Library, Licensed, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Restaurant, Room Service, Satellite TV, Spa, TV Room, Vegetarian, Wellness Centre
Accommodation & amenities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fan, Fridge, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wardrobe
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Baby Sitting, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
On-site activities
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing Hide, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Nearby activities
Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Kayaking / Paddling, Mountain Biking, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Quad Biking, River Cruises, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours, Wine Tasting
Location
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Matetsi Victoria Falls | exclusive safari, tranquil river & the mighty Victoria Falls
Matetsi Victoria Falls | exclusive safari, tranquil river & the mighty Victoria FallsMatetsi Victoria Falls, our luxury safari lodge on the banks of the mighty Zambezi river, offers guests an exceptional combination experience of exclusive safari, tranquil river and access to the spectacular Victoria Falls, all wrapped up in warm Zimbabwean hospitality.
Activities
What you can do
Exclusive Zambezi River Boat Cruises
At Matetsi Victoria Falls, you will have the opportunity to experience an exclusive riverboat cruise and canoeing excursion along our private 15 km stretch of the Zambezi River.Take in the marvels of this spectacular wilderness sanctuary complete with resident hippos, crocodiles and nearly 700 species of fish, not to mention many species of water birds. This is your chance to make the most of some excellent photographic opportunities too, from the vantage point of the water where you will see large herds of elephant, buck, wildebeest (gnu) and buffalo come down to drink.
Game Drives, Safaris
Matetsi Private Game Reserve offers the most exclusive game viewing experience in the Victoria Falls area. Here, surrounded by flourishing wilderness, phenomenal highlights include sightings such as massive herds of elephant and buffalo as well as the rare and majestic sable antelope. The reserve is also home to lion, spotted hyena, African wild dog and leopard.Twice-daily game drives in the privacy of the concession are conducted in custom-fitted, luxury open-air safari vehicles in the early morning and late afternoon, accompanied by a knowledgeable, conservation-minded ranger and a tracker.Game drives are a seminal safari moment in the bush. Whether you’re heading out at dawn or sunset, prepare to recalibrate your senses to the sounds, sights and spectacles of the bush. It may be that you get up close and personal to a pride of lion as they devour the remnants of their night’s kill or watch in awe as an early morning posse of elephant make their way down to the nearest watering hole amidst a chorus birdsong, grunts and scuffling dust. Chances are you’ll come with us as we track one of Matetsi’s established pack of wild dogs and experience their high-pitched keening as they hit the scent of prey. All this and more awaits you at Matetsi Victoria Falls.
Interpretative Bush Walks
An interpretive bush walk, led by a professional ranger, is an absolute must for those looking to get even closer to the incredible wilderness of the reserve. This adventure-filled activity allows guests to learn more about the intricacies of the African bush, with the thrilling opportunity to get up-close-and-personal to its inhabitants, from small to large. A walking safari is truly a feast for the senses!
Massages
A unique blend of aromatherapy and plant oils chosen specifically by you, combining deep tissue massage techniques to bring relaxation to tired, aching muscles allowing the body and soul to return to perfect equilibrium. Choose from a blend of aromatherapy oils to either destress, hydrate, relax or detox. A full Spa Massage Menu is available for download
Matetsi Victoria Falls Experiences
In-house activities and amenitiesHere, every day is tailored to you, whether you’re seeking adventure or a restorative retreat. At Matetsi Victoria Falls, our superb five-star services are rivalled only by the spectacular natural wonders that surround us. And our highly trained, knowledgeable guides are on hand to accompany you as you explore Matetsi Private Game Reserve’s 55,000 hectares of protected and unspoilt wilderness. Whatever your preference, be it on foot, game vehicle, boat or helicopter, you will be amazed and rewarded by the abundance and diversity of this wilderness frontier. Ask about our night game drives, canoeing trips, sunset cruises and fishing expeditions on the mighty Zambezi. For those less energetically inclined, a massage in our outdoor spa or a visit to the owner’s well-stocked private wine cellar where you can view his personal collection of vintage toy train, car and army collections will not disappoint. Description:• Zambezi River Boat Cruises• Morning and evening game drives• Night game drives• Full day game drives• Birdwatching• Walking safaris• Amateur fishing• Professional fishing•• Children’s activities and childminders*• Massages••Activities at an additional cost
Scenic flight over Victoria Falls
Spoil your guests with an unforgettable helicopter flip over the Victoria Falls. The legendary "Flight of Angels" provides spectacular photographic opportunities that also incorporates a spot of game viewing.Departure is from the Victoria Falls Day Activity Centre and between 08h00 and 18h00.Guests must be at the Helipad 30 minutes before their booked departure time.Alternatively guests can experience this activity with a direct helicopter transfer from Matetsi Private Game Reserve.
Tour of the Falls
Guests will have the opportunity to discover the many facets of the magnificent Victoria Falls, the biggest falling curtain of water in the world on this exceptional excursion. They can explore the surrounding rain forest in the company of a guide who is intimately acquainted with the history of the Falls, as well as its flora, fauna, bird and wildlife.
Victoria Falls Area Adventures
Victoria Falls Area ExcursionsBespoke excursions including helicopter flights, guided cultural tours, adrenaline activities and many more activities are available. All transport arrangements and services are managed and monitored by Matetsi Victoria Falls to maintain premium standards. Description• Tour of the Falls*• Helicoper flights over the Falls• High Tea overlooking the Falls• Whitewater rafting• Bungee jumping• Gorge swing• Zipline• Canopy Tour• Microlight Flight• Horseback safaris• Community excursions• Curio shopping*Complimentary scheduled guided tour of Victoria Falls is offered to Matetsi Victoria Falls guests.External activities can be pre-booked through our reservations office.
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