Located in Zambia's Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, or otherwise known as "The Smoke That Thunders", sits the authentic African Thorntree River Lodge.
Children aged 7 - 11 years can share with two adults and will pay 50% of the full adult rate.
Only a short distance from the famous Victoria Falls, Thorntree River Lodge is the perfect base from which to explore the beauty of this region and return to your private accommodation in an intimate setting.
Thorntree River Lodge has been completely rebuilt with an environmentally-conscious design. Drawing inspiration from local customs and culture, it is a modern contemporary design with tented roof structures to maintain the feel of authentic Africa.
The lodge boasts 8 Twin Rooms and 2 Family Units comprising of 4 beds each.
Each Twin Room is tented and features comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, minibar, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, safes, sala and verandah with a luxurious private plunge pool.
The Family Units have inter-leading walkways between the parents and children’s rooms which are both en-suite. Each unit has comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, minibar, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, safes, sala and verandah with a luxurious private plunge pool.
The main lodge consists of a lounge with an open dining area, where the fine dining experience of African cuisine will come to life. The communal deck is set on the edge of the stunning riverside and is home to a sunken boma area and an infinity pool. Wooden decking floats on the edge of the river and moves with the water level to create the illusion of sailing a boat and help to achieve a seamless feel between river and land.
Other lodge facilities include a nearby gym, spa, activity desk, library, bar and complimentary internet access.
Activities offered at the lodge include visits to Victoria Falls, Rhino trekking on foot & game drives in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, cultural village visits, sunset river cruises (our own private boat), fishing, canoeing and visits to the Livingstone Museum.
Thorntree River Lodge is ideal for solo explorers, couples and families looking for a luxury Victoria Falls adventure.
Accommodation, all meals, all beverages (except premium imported spirits and champagne), boating, fishing, 1 trip to the Zambian side of the Falls, national parks fees, laundry, return Livingstone Airport road transfers, and emergency medical evacuation insurance
Flights, transfers not mentioned, premium brand beverages, gratuities, additional activities and items of a personal nature.
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