Jan
GoodWildlife: Migratory birds and breeding plumage make this a rewarding birding period.
Migratory birds and breeding plumage make this a rewarding birding period.
Sussi & Chuma Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
Victoria Falls (Livingstone), Zambia · National park
Official rating: 5 out of 5 stars, graded by Zambia Tourism AgencyLodge
Luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: A&K Sanctuary · Source ↗
Full board+ (FB+)
All meals and beverages, Game drives and 10 more
12 rooms
Suite · Sleeps up to 24 guests
Children 6 and over
By air
25 min from Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (Livingstone)
Wi-Fi in rooms
From about A$1,080
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Sussi & Chuma Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
Sussi & Chuma places you among riverside trees in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, upstream from Victoria Falls. Its 12 raised suites have private decks, air-conditioning and bathrooms with bathtubs, with wooden walkways connecting them to the lodge. Days combine game drives, guided walks, rhino encounters and Zambezi sundowner cruises, while a pool and spa provide time to unwind. Meals, drinks, laundry and return Livingstone airport transfers are included. Children aged six and over are welcome, making this a practical choice for families combining wildlife with the falls.
“A good fit for couples and families with children aged six and over who want wildlife and Victoria Falls in one stay, with private river-facing decks and a broad choice of included activities.”
Best for
FamiliesLeisure
Known for
What you can expect to see
ElephantBuffaloGiraffeHippoZebraWildebeestRhinoBirdlife
Riverside treehouse suites combine Victoria Falls excursions with game drives, rhino encounters and Zambezi cruises.
Your stay
What's included
Board: Full board+ (FB+)
Special offer: Stay five nights and pay for four during January to May and September to December in 2026, 2027 or 2028. Nights need not be consecutive. Groups booking five rooms or more are excluded, and long-stay savings are already included in the offer pricing. A separate long-stay offer gives savings of 10% to 20% for four to six nights, or up to 25% for seven or more nights, for travel until 31 December 2028. It covers single- and multi-camp stays; savings vary by property, season and stay length and are already in the displayed price. Offers depend on availability and can be withdrawn.
Included
- All meals and beverages
- Game drives
- Tour of Victoria Falls
- Guided safari walk
- Sundowner cruise
- Local village tour
- Fishing
- Rhino experience
- Park fees
- Return airport transfers
- Laundry
- Emergency medical evacuation
- Walking safaris
- Game drives
Not included
- Flights
Flights, landing fees, travel insurance, Victoria Falls Heritage Fees and road transfers to other camps and lodges cost extra.
Optional extras (at a cost)
- Gratuities
Spa treatments, boutique purchases, helicopter flights and white-water rafting cost extra. Rafting is for guests aged 15 and over. Gratuities are discretionary.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Viewing deck
- Curio shop
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioning
- Private deck
- Mini bar
- In-room WiFi
- Safe
- Tea/coffee station
Rooms
Where you sleep
Sleeps up to 24 guests
- Suite12 at the property · Air-conditioning, En-suite bathroom with bathtub, Private viewing deck, Mini bar, Mosquito nets, Overhead fans, Hairdryer
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (Livingstone)
- 25 min transfer
- Sussi & Chuma Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
- How you arrive
- By air · 25 min from Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (Livingstone)
- Transfers
- Return transfers from Livingstone airport are included and take 25 minutes.
- Luggage
- 20 kg per person in soft bags
Good to know
Before you book
- Children
- Ages 6 and over
- Accepted currencies
- USD, GBP, EUR, ZMW, ZAR
- Dietary needs
- Special diets catered for
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Good
- February: Good
- March: Good
- April: Good
- May: Good
- June: Good
- July: Good
- August: Good
- September: Good
- October: Good
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Good
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
GoodWildlife: Lower visitor numbers suit visits to Victoria Falls, with migratory birds in the park.
Lower visitor numbers suit visits to Victoria Falls, with migratory birds in the park.
Mar
GoodWildlife: Rainbows and moonbows accompany the falls, while seasonal birdlife adds interest.
Rainbows and moonbows accompany the falls, while seasonal birdlife adds interest.
Apr
GoodWildlife: Victoria Falls is in its high-water period, with frequent rainbows.
Victoria Falls is in its high-water period, with frequent rainbows.
May
GoodWildlife: High water at Victoria Falls makes the waterfall a focus of a stay.
High water at Victoria Falls makes the waterfall a focus of a stay.
Jun
GoodWildlife: The dry season begins and falling water levels reveal rocks; elephants cross the Zambezi.
The dry season begins and falling water levels reveal rocks; elephants cross the Zambezi.
Jul
GoodWildlife: Lower river flow opens the white-water rafting season.
Lower river flow opens the white-water rafting season.
Aug
GoodWildlife: Rafting continues and the Devil's Pool season begins in late August.
Rafting continues and the Devil's Pool season begins in late August.
Sep
GoodWildlife: Lower river flow suits rafting and other adventure activities around the falls.
Lower river flow suits rafting and other adventure activities around the falls.
Oct
GoodWildlife: Rafting remains a seasonal attraction as the lower-water period continues.
Rafting remains a seasonal attraction as the lower-water period continues.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: The rains begin with thunderstorms; sparse vegetation supports game viewing.
The rains begin with thunderstorms; sparse vegetation supports game viewing.
Dec
Green seasonWildlife: Rainy-season storms accompany game viewing and the arrival of migratory birds.
Rainy-season storms accompany game viewing and the arrival of migratory birds.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.