Zambezi Dusk

From the moment we were warmly welcomed to this stunning luxury safari lodge by the happy and well trained staff we knew this adventure was going to be something very special. Nestled on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River and adjacent to a sand island that is home to a large herd of hippos the location is unique. The chalets are beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable. The dining experience was next level. The quality, variety and portion sizes of all meals was superb. Thank you chef! We were spoiled for choice with a wide array of activities including multiple boat safaris, a day trip to Victoria Falls, fishing expeditions and so much more. Our sincere thanks to Jonathon and his wonderful staff for making our stay so enjoyable; and of course to Shelley and John for all your planning, coordination and expertise in ensuring that all of our activities and experiences were so amazing. Thank you Rod and Troy

What a magical experience, right on the Mighty Zambezi River! We have just spent 3 fabulous days at Zambezi Dusk celebrating my father’s birthday. What an incredible time! The staff are second to none - 100% service oriented, so hospitable, accommodating, going above and beyond any expectation. We felt truly cared for in the most beautiful surroundings. The accommodations are so well appointed, with the best beds and linen. Waking up to hippo sounds is the only way to start the day, and the sunrise and sunset cruises are beautiful serene game viewing experiences. Thank you so much to all the staff for a very special time!

This was the most fantastic place to start our trip through Zambia and Botswana. The lodge is beautifully situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi river and wildlife abounds (including the wonderfully noisy hippos!). Jonathan was an excellent manager looking after the guests very attentively with his excellent team. Patrick looked after us for tiger fish fishing and daily safaris on the river, always finding something for us to see to compliment the wonderful sunrises and sunsets across the river. Food and lodging were top class. Loved it!

We throughly enjoyed our stay at Zambezi Dusk. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi river, you wake up every morning to the sounds of birds and hippos. Not only do they have a great location but the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable stay. We had not booked any activities before our arrival because we were unsure, but Sharon and Jonathan suggested activities and helped us book those activities. From Zipelining across the gorge, to a tour of the Mosi O Tunya falls both on the Zambian and Zimbabwen sides to game drives and the white Rhino walks. They coordinated all activities and arranged for our transfers from the lodge to every activity location. Mr Obrian,our guide,was always on hand to take us places and every car ride with him was equally an adventure. He is a wealth of knowledge from the history of the town, to plants, animals, birds, you name it. We enjoyed our tour of the falls with him, always patient and ready to teach and bring to our attention everything that we needed to see. Apart from the adventures around the town, we also took time to relax and enjoy all the beauty the lodge had to offer. We went on sunset boat cruises with our equally knowledgeable guides Fabian and Patrick who pointed out birds and wild life as we glided down the Zambezi. After a long day at the falls, the inhouse spa massages were just what we needed and helped us unwind and relieve muscle soreness. No adventure is complete without food. And the Chefs at Zambezi Dusk did not disappoint. We were well fed, the menu was very diverse and every meal was delicious. They would even pack us lunch or other snacks on the days our activities took us from the lodge for too long. They paid attention to all our needs and our waiters, Lawrence and Fisher, were courteous and always eager to please. We were definitely sad to leave and we cannot wait to go back soon.

This lodge is close to Victoria Falls , but far enough away to avoid the noise of helicopters and microlights at Livingstone itself. For me it was a major plus; a chance to absorb nature. Cuisine was excellent. Normally a choice of two items for each course, but I'm sure that they would adjust to whatever you asked for. Great staff - difficult to find fault.

Zambezi Dusk is pure magic! The setting on the river is breathtaking, and the lodge strikes the perfect balance—luxurious but not over the top like so many high-end places. The staff were warm and attentive, the food was incredible (still dreaming of the Zambezi bream!), and the sunset boat cruise was unforgettable. If you want adventure and relaxation in one, this is it!