The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.4

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About this property

Located on the banks of the Zambezi River, this Safari Lodge and Spa offers luxurious rooms only 10 minutes’ drive from Victoria Falls. It has a spa and wellness centre and a private river-cruise boat. Each of the rooms is luxuriously decorated with four-poster beds draped in mosquito nets. All rooms have a private bathroom and the suites contain a hot tub and lounge area. Guests can enjoy a sundowner on their private balcony. The expansive gardens contain an outdoor pool surrounded by the Gwembe Terrace serving fine cuisine in a relaxed setting. There is also buffet dining available at Kalai Restaurant and a cocktail bar. A variety of tours and activities are offered by the Lodge, including game drives, bird watching and fishing. After an active day the spa is available for beauty and relaxation treatments. Livingstone Golf Club is located 5 km away from David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa. The Livingstone Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

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Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Delia
Portugal Portugal
“The rooms are stylish and comfortable. The breakfast had gluten free and vegetarian options. The staff were very efficient, friendly and supportive. The location is beautiful, on the river.”
Aline
France France
“Staff were amazing, giving you a feeling to be home. The location is fantastic with the sunset on the river every evening. Easy to organize activities.”
Tredoux
South Africa South Africa
“the location is awesome, the staff was great. The shower was the most amazing shower I have ever been under.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was very laid-back. It wasn’t very busy when we stayed (June 2024). It was the last night of an 18 day holiday and was a great way to finish our trip. We did the sunset cruise in the Lady Livingstone which was great and very relaxing....”
Roland
South Africa South Africa
“The service was fantastic and all the food ordered was superb.”
Cindi
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast featured a generous buffet with a delightful range of options, from savoury classics to indulgent sweet treats. Dinner was a standout experience—the locally sourced bream, paired with traditional nshima, was fresh, flavorful, and...”
Willem
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast Excellent. Lunch on deck overlooking river great. Dinner setting towards sunset very cool.”
Cherie
South Africa South Africa
“I absolutely loved everything about our stay at The David Livingstone. The staff were friendly, the views were breathtaking, and the location couldn’t have been better. Breakfast was great, all in all, an unforgettable experience!”
Matambila
Zambia Zambia
“The customer service we received from every staff member was exceptional—from the front desk to housekeeping, and even the maintenance team. Everyone went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.”
Carlos
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is on the Zambezi river which allows for amazing sunsets from the pool and restaurant. The rooms are very nice with everything you would expect from this type of hotel. When we were there, they had a braai buffet which was really good...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Kalai Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Indian • Mediterranean • Steakhouse • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Gwembe Terrace
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
Free
5 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
12 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
US$60 per stay

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Children aged 5 years and older sharing with adults are charged at 50% of the adult rate for all meals and activities.

Please note a compulsory National Park fee applies to all guests. Please contact the property prior to arrival for the conservation charges payable to the National Park.

Please note that the rates excludes:

*10% service fees for meals / beverages not included in the accommodation package

* ZAWA park levy per person payable on arrival

* MOT Park entry fee per person per day

* Entrance fee to Victoria Falls, Livingstone Museum

If you require an airport transfer from Livingstone Airport, please provide the property with your flight details in advance.

Please inform The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.