Victoria Falls -
Date Range | From pps | Book By |
01 Dec 23 - 31 Dec 23 | R14 965 | 24 Dec 23 |
01 Jan 24 - 30 Jun 24 | R14 965 | 24 Jun 24 |
VICTORIA FALLS HOTEL - 2 night getaway at the Victoria Falls Hotel
Return flights to Victoria Falls on SAA Return hotel transfers 2 nights accommodation in a Classic Room Breakfast daily All taxes, levies & surcharges (estimate)
This airfare is indicative only and subject to seasonal surcharges and best available SAA fare at time of booking
Packages are subject to availability at the time of the reservation. Passport & visa costs (if applicable), travel insurance & items of a personal nature are not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice due to airfare increases and currency fluctuations. Rebooking and cancellation fees apply. All prices are per person sharing unless otherwise specified. Standard terms and conditions apply. All discounts and/or special offers have already been included in the package price.
Base Price: | ZAR 10 365 |
Package Taxes: | ZAR 4 600 |
Total Price: | ZAR 14 965 |
The Victoria Falls Hotel, the address of choice for more than a century for royal families, statesmen, celebrities and the discerning traveller occupies a fine location from which to explore the magical wonders of untamed Africa. This magnificent Edwardian-era hotel was built in the early 1900’s during the time when Cecil John Rhodes famously attempted to link Cape Town to Cairo by rail and has the thundering Victoria Falls at its threshold and the big five roaming nearby. This is one hotel that can truly claim to be unique and provides an experience like no other.
The Victoria Falls Hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
LOCATION
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
ACCOMMODATION
All rooms and suites have been recently refurbished whilst still maintaining the traditions and ambience of a bygone era.
30 Classic Rooms (Size: 30m2)
Graced with greys, dark colours and fine-wood furnishings that provide an elegant and comfortable finish. En suite bathrooms are equipped with shower only.
44 Stable Signature Wing Rooms(Size: 27m2)
Features Edwardian style décor and overlook the front gardens or the courtyard. The en suite bathroom features an old-fashioned bathtub and a separate shower.
13 Premium Rooms(Size: 30m2)
Graced with greys, dark colours and fine-wood furnishings that provide an elegant and comfortable finish. En suite bathrooms are equipped with shower only
ROOM FACILITIES
DINING
The hotel offers guests an array of dining options for all palates in a variety of settings throughout the property.
Jungle Junction
At Jungle Junction, the Africa Spectacular show is performed nightly and consists of a variety of exciting dances performed by local tribes, giving diners the opportunity to sample the wonder and mystery of African ceremony and culture whilst enjoying a dinner buffet under the stars.
The Livingstone Room
The elegant Edwardian-style Livingstone Room reflects the grandeur and opulence of a bygone era and, features both à la carte and table d’hôte dinner menus and a Diners Club Gold Award Wine List. The dress code is smart-casual with a minimum requirement of a long sleeved collared shirt and trousers. No shorts, sneakers, jeans or sandals are permitted.
Poolside
The open –air poolside bar serves a full range of beverages, light meals and snacks as well as a lunchtime barbeque.
Stanley’s Bar
Stanley’s Bar is the ideal gin lovers bar with over 30 types of gin and is a perfect pre-dinner spot for relaxation and reflection whilst sipping on one of the signature cocktails
Stanley’s Terrace
Delightful setting for light meals throughout the day. Traditional afternoon tea is served daily, with spectacular views of the Victoria Falls bridge and spray from the Falls below
SPA
The Spa offers two massage beds within the spa itself and one at the poolside and offers a range of treatments from Swedish body massages to body scrubs, facials, pedicures and manicures.
Wi-Fi
Available throughout the hotel free of charge
FACILITIES (some at a supplement*)
WELCOME TO VICTORIA FALLS
Locally known as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, translating to the ‘The Smoke That Thunders’, Victoria Falls are deservedly one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Forming a natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, fed by the mighty Zambezi River, the Falls are a sight to behold!
The 100m vertical chasm spanning the full one and a half kilometre width of the river, creates the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and one of the most extraordinary displays of nature’s might and magnificence. Despite the beauty of the Falls themselves, this region warrants the reputation as an adventure centre, offering a plethora of adrenaline-inducing activities both in and around the Falls. The best time for viewing the Falls is from July to October when the water levels are high but the mist has subsided, offering clearer views.
LANGUAGE
The indigenous languages are Ndebele and Shona but English is the official language and is widely spoken and understood.
CULTURE
One arrival in Victoria Falls you will be greeted by some of the friendliest people in the world. The predominant religion is Christianity, with traditional beliefs in rural areas, and some Hindu, Muslim and Jewish minorities.
CLIMATE
Victoria Falls is situated in a summer rainfall region. Instead of differentiating the climate according to the conventional spring/summer/autumn/winter divide, locals consider there to be two distinct climates - the dry season and the wet season. The dry season begins in May and extends through autumn and winter into October. The early part of the dry season is a temperate time with daytime temperatures in the early 20°C range and the mercury often falling to single digit figures at night.
Generally, the rains begin during the course of November and, by December, the wet season has usually set in with hot daytime temperatures, lightened by torrential downpours that generally take place during the late afternoon. At night, temperatures are an average 18°C and, during the day, the temperature can rise into the 30’s. Visiting the Victoria Falls during the wet and dry seasons is a markedly different experience. In early summer, the water level in the Zambezi is at its lowest, and the spray from the Falls is least dense, allowing for more visibility and better photographic conditions. Low water levels mean that parts of the Falls dry up, particularly on the Zambian side, but this is when Devil’s Pool is accessible. During late summer, when the Zambezi is pumping, the spray from the Falls is intense and any visitor to the rainforest can expect to be soaked.
May to November are the best months for most visitors but…
CURRENCY
The Zimbabwean dollar is no longer a valid currency and almost all transactions are conducted in US Dollars. The currencies presently used in Zimbabwe include US Dollars and South African Rand. Make sure you have a sufficient amount of foreign currency in your possession, prior to entering the country due to a cash shortage and the fact that many ATMs will not accept international cards. Do not change foreign exchange with moneychangers on the street, as this is illegal. It is best to travel with small denominations of foreign currency.
ELECTRICITY
240 V. square pin adapter (same plugs as UK).
MALARIA
As Victoria Falls is situated in a malaria zone, it is recommended that you consult your physician on the correct preventative medication required before you travel.
TIPPING
Bring small denominations for tipping purposes as small change is very rarely available locally. Whilst not compulsory, it is enormously appreciated and often contributes a substantial amount toward ensuring that those working in the service industry earn a living wage. Just make sure that a service charge hasn’t already been added to your bill.
WHAT TO DO IN VIC FALLS
Victoria Falls will not disappoint; whether you’re seeing the Falls for the first time or planning a hair-raising bungee jump, there is so much to do and see! Your visit will be jam packed with adventure so plan wisely. These are our top recommendations:
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