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Lodge · Victoria Falls
Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge
Sussi & Chuma nestles on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River just 12 kilometres upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls, and alongside Zambia’s Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Set amongst Jackalberry trees and Phoenix palms, the exclusive Sussi & Chuma offers panoramic views of the islanded-dotted river. The soothing sounds of the gently rushing river add to the relaxing ambience of this luxurious lodge, and the sumptuous accommodation and personalized attentive service assure a memorable and superbly comfortable stay.
From $460 per person sharing, per night
Special offer available on selected dates.
Lodge · Victoria Falls
Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge
Sussi & Chuma nestles on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River just 12 kilometres upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls, and alongside Zambia’s Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Set amongst Jackalberry trees and Phoenix palms, the exclusive Sussi & Chuma offers panoramic views of the islanded-dotted river. The soothing sounds of the gently rushing river add to the relaxing ambience of this luxurious lodge, and the sumptuous accommodation and personalized attentive service assure a memorable and superbly comfortable stay.
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About the lodge
An overview of Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge.
Sussi & Chuma nestles on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River just 12 kilometres upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls, and alongside Zambia’s Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Set amongst Jackalberry trees and Phoenix palms, the exclusive Sussi & Chuma offers panoramic views of the islanded-dotted river. The soothing sounds of the gently rushing river add to the relaxing ambience of this luxurious lodge, and the sumptuous accommodation and personalized attentive service assure a memorable and superbly comfortable stay.
Highlights
- Whereabouts: Zambezi River, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
- Experiences: Canoeing and sundowner cruise on the Zambezi, tour of the Victoria Falls, walking safaris, local village tour, fishing
The Detail
Accommodation is available in twelve spacious Sussi Tree-Houses, connected by wooden walkways, and two secluded Chuma Houses, each with two bedrooms.
The Tree-Houses are built within a canopy of impressive ebony trees along the scenic riverbank. Each Tree-House features an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, air conditioning, a mini-bar, mosquito nets, overhead fans, a hairdryer, and a private viewing deck.
The two exclusive Chuma Houses are private, self-contained homesteads offering one double and one twin en-suite bedroom. The double room includes an additional outdoor shower. Other features of these houses include a lounge with a fireplace, spacious indoor and outdoor dining areas, a well-equipped kitchenette, an outdoor verandah with a barbecue area, and a private swimming pool. Guests at the Chuma Houses also enjoy the services of their own private chef, guide, vehicle, and boat.
Canopy-level walkways connect the Tree-Houses to the elevated thatched main lodge. The lodge facilities include a bar, lounge area, wine cellar, open-air dining area, boma, spa, swimming pool, and a viewing deck.
Sussi & Chuma offers a variety of exciting activities, including game drives in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park to view a range of wildlife, sunset river cruises, walking safaris, fishing, and guided excursions to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Guests also have the opportunity to participate in cultural tours of Livingstone and the Maramba Village. The lodge supports the Nakatindi Community School, which provides education to over 400 pupils, many of whom are orphaned. Guests are invited to visit the Nakatindi Village and school, making for a heartwarming and enriching experience during their stay.
For adrenaline enthusiasts, the lodge arranges activities such as white-water rafting, elephant-back game viewing, bungee jumping, microlighting, jet-boating, and the "Flight of Angels," a scenic helicopter ride over the iconic Victoria Falls.
Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge is an excellent choice for solo explorers, couples, and families looking for a luxurious adventure getaway.
Price Includes
Accommodation, all meals, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (with the exception of premium brands and Champagne), all scheduled game-viewing activities, canoeing and sundowner cruise on the Zambezi, tour of the Victoria Falls (excluding Victoria Falls Heritage Fees), walking safaris, local village tour, fishing, laundry services, emergency medical evacuation, and park fees.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 30 Sept 2025
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
All meals, all beverages — including premium alcoholic brands, shared transfers to and from Livingstone Airport, park fees, and two daily activities.
Special offer
$460
per person · night · normally $1,150
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 20 Dec 2026
All meals, all beverages — including premium alcoholic brands, shared transfers to and from Livingstone Airport, park fees, and two daily activities.
Special offer
$480
per person · night · normally $755
Rates are per person sharing, per night. Where a reduced rate is shown, it reflects a stay-pay or long-stay offer for those dates; honeymoon and other offers are applied separately when we prepare your quote. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Current offers
Special offer available.
Where the rates above show a saving, it comes from a stay-pay or long-stay offer. Honeymoon and family offers are applied by your safari specialist when preparing your quote.
Stay & Pay
Stay five nights and the fifth night is complimentary, with the fifth night free on itineraries longer than five nights. Available for travel from 1 September to 31 December 2026, 1 January to 31 May and 1 September to 31 December 2027, and 1 January to 31 May and 1 September to 31 December 2028. Groups of five rooms or more are excluded, and the offer may be combined with the long stay discount only.
Honeymoon
Honeymooners receive 50 per cent off the stay for one of the two partners, on a minimum two-night stay and for two guests travelling together only. Valid for travel until 31 December 2028, within six months of the date of marriage, with a marriage certificate required. Combinable with the long stay discount only.
Long stay
Longer stays are rewarded with reduced nightly rates: save between 10 and 20 per cent on four to six nights, and between 15 and 25 per cent on seven nights or more, with the saving already reflected in the quoted rate. Valid for travel until 31 December 2028. The nights need not be consecutive and may be spread across different Sanctuary Retreats camps and lodges anywhere in Africa, provided they form part of one itinerary.
Family
For every full-paying adult, one child stays free, to a maximum of four children per booking. Available for travel from 1 September to 31 December 2026, 1 January to 31 May and 1 September to 31 December 2027, and 1 January to 31 May and 1 September to 31 December 2028; in 2026 the offer applies to children aged 15 years and younger, and in 2027 and 2028 to children between 6 and 15 years, with children of 6 years and younger staying free all year. Standard child policy and booking terms apply, including the requirement that children aged 15 and younger share with an adult.
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