Royal Zambezi Lodge is located on the banks of the Zambezi River, with its own concession of river frontage, directly across the river from Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lodge has a two-hundred-hectare domain, located within the Chiawa Game Management Area, and has three and a half kilometres of unspoiled river frontage. Royal Zambezi is a quick 30 minutes charter flight from Lusaka, using Royal Air Charters, which is the lodge’s partner company. Flights arrive in to the Royal Airstrip, the lodge’s own private, tarred runway which is just a 5–10-minute drive from the Royal Zambezi. For those wanting to boat in, transfers can be organised from Chirundu, and this boat transfer takes around one and half hours (weather dependent).
Royal Zambezi Lodge is a luxury lodge that was “designed by a family with in-depth knowledge and love of Africa, its heritage and its wildlife.” It is set in one of the most majestic areas with what the locals call the “blue mountains” of the Zambezi Valley Escarpment as the back drop. The lodge offers the perfect combination of contemporary, simplistic style and extreme comfort, while providing a pure wilderness experience.
There are 3 different types of rooms available being Family suites, Deluxe Suites or Presidential Suites. There are 15 rooms in total: 8 Deluxe Suites and 7 Presidential Suites. Deluxe 6 and 7 are the Family Suites, so they’re part of the 8, not extra.
Family Suites x 2 (deluxe Suites 6 & 7)
The Family suites consists of two Deluxe suites (6 & 7) which offer a shared seating area between the rooms for the whole family to enjoy. The two suites are strategically placed closest to the main area to provide peace of mind to parents with younger children who might prefer a shorter (escorted) walk between their suite and the central area. The separate suites are enclosed and safe enough for children to enjoy their own suite, with parents staying in the suite next door. The lodge has a special programme aimed at those travelling with families called The Royal Rangers Programme, including Tots and Trails, where children of all ages start building their own relationship with nature through discovery, questions and play.
- King double beds or 2 x twin beds with premium linens
- Ceiling fan
- Mosquito net
- Digital safe
- Work desk
- Private terrace with 2 chairs and a bean bag
- En-suite bathroom with Indoor shower, “his & her” basins, and toilet
- Large open wardrobe area
- Drinking water
- Mosquito repellent
- Bath robes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Electricity (220v square 3-pin)
- Wi-Fi
- Private plunge pool and sun deck overlooking the Zambezi
- Laundry basket for complimentary daily laundry service
Deluxe Suites x 8
- King double beds or 2 x twin beds with premium linens
- Ceiling fan
- Mosquito net
- Digital safe
- Work desk
- Private terrace with 2 chairs and a bean bag
- En-suite bathroom with Indoor shower, “his & her” basins, and toilet
- Large open wardrobe area
- Drinking water
- Mosquito repellent
- Bath robes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Electricity (220v square 3-pin)
- Wi-Fi
- Private plunge pool and sun deck overlooking the Zambezi
- Laundry basket for complimentary daily laundry service
Presidential Suites x 7
The Presidential suites are located either to the far right of the lodge, or the far left, offering guests the utmost privacy, with one on top of the hill called Royal. They are also located on the river front, ensuring they have the same fantastic river views.
- King double beds or 2 x twin beds with premium linens
- Ceiling fan
- Free-standing air-conditioning unit
- Mosquito net
- Digital safe
- Lounge area
- Outside showers
- Free-standing copper bath
- Private terrace with outside chairs
- En-suite bathroom with Indoor shower, “his & her” basins, and toilet
- Large open wardrobe area
- Drinking water
- Mosquito repellent
- Bath robes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Electricity (220v square 3-pin)
- Wi-Fi
- Private plunge pool and sun deck with day bed overlooking the Zambezi
- Laundry basket for complimentary daily laundry service
As well as the regular activities on offer, Royal Zambezi has a fabulous “Royal Bush Spa”, positioned on a high vantage point offering stunning views over the Zambezi River. There is an open-air massage area or private treatment room, as well as a lovely lounge area where you can sit and watch the view while relaxing to the sounds of the wind and fish eagles. For those with more energy the lodge has a fully functioning air-conditioned gym too!
An All Inclusive Stay includes:
- Royal Airstrip transfers
- All meals, soft drinks, house wines, local beers, non-premium drinks, filtered water, teas & coffees
- 2 Activities per day (river cruise/fishing cruise/game drive/canoeing/game walks)
- Complimentary 15 minute foot/hand massage at the Royal Bush Spa
- Daily high tea
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- VAT & Tourism levy
- Green Levy
Royal Zambezi has a neat little Curio shop that was initially opened in January 2012, with the aim of supporting local craftsmen by sourcing hand-made jewellery, bags and other items from local artisans. The shop also sells a range of Royal Zambezi Lodge shirts, caps and T-shirts.
Something that is very important to the owners and staff of Royal Zambezi Lodge is their “belief in responsible tourism and supporting the environment around them through community and conservation, giving high priority to the well-being of the local communities and preserving the ecosystem. Royal Zambezi is family-owned and purpose-led and is Zambia’s first Long Run member. Everything comes back to one purpose: to live the Pamodzi Way, for the good of our people and wilderness
- Conservation – at the Lodge they are committed to guiding responsibly, conserving and caring for the local wildlife and natural resources. Royal Zambezi are Platinum supporters of Conservation Lower Zambezi.
- Community – the lodge works with the local community in the Chiawa Game Management area of the Lower Zambezi to ensure a good standard of living by providing economic and educational support and empowerment.”
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