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Waterberry Zambezi Lodge & The River Farmhouse

Victoria Falls (Livingstone), Zambia

Official rating: 4 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.

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Full board+ (FB+)

Full board, All drinks and 6 more

8 rooms

Waterberry Lodge - Lodge Cottages, The River Farmhouse

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

35 min from Livingstone International Airport

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$940

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Waterberry Zambezi Lodge & The River Farmhouse

Waterberry sits on the Zambezi near Livingstone, with thatched cottages spread through lawns and gardens. The lodge pairs private terraces with sociable spaces, including an upstairs river-view lounge, a restaurant deck and a swimming pool. For families or friends travelling together, the exclusive-use River Farmhouse has three en-suite bedrooms and a two-bedroom suite, its own infinity pool and a team of chefs and household staff. Full board, drinks, airport transfers, laundry and morning and afternoon in-house activities are included. It suits travellers who want time by the river alongside visits to Victoria Falls.

“We love the choice between sociable lodge living and a private farmhouse with its own pool and household team. It is a good fit for families and friends who want river time as well as Victoria Falls.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesGroupsLeisure

Known for

What you can expect to see

Birdlife

Guided birdwatching explores the riverbank and woodland, with dawn and sunset cruises on the Zambezi.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board+ (FB+)

Included

  • Full board
  • All drinks
  • Airport transfers
  • Morning and afternoon in-house activities
  • Laundry
  • Viewing lounge
  • Restaurant deck
  • River deck
  • Birdwatching
  • Zambezi River cruise
  • Guided Victoria Falls tour
  • Zambezi island picnic
  • Livingstone town and market tour

Not included

Victoria Falls entry fees are payable when they are not included in the booked package.

Optional extras (at a cost)

Partner-run excursions are optional and charged at the end of your stay.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Restaurant

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Air-conditioning
  • In-room WiFi
  • Safe

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • Waterberry Lodge - Lodge Cottages7 at the property · En-suite bathroom, Private terrace, Air-conditioning, Mosquito net, Wi-Fi, Safe, Bar fridge, Tea/coffee station
  • The River Farmhouse1 at the property · Three en-suite bedrooms and one two-bedroom suite, Air-conditioning, Infinity pool, Shady veranda, Wi-Fi, Safe

Activities

Things to do

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Livingstone International Airport
  2. 35 min transfer
  3. Waterberry Zambezi Lodge & The River Farmhouse
How you arrive
By air · 35 min from Livingstone International Airport
Transfers
Waterberry is a 35-minute drive from Livingstone International Airport. From Livingstone, take the Kazungula/Sesheke road for 22 km, turn left at the Waterberry sign and follow the marked dirt road for 6 km.

Good to know

Before you book

Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Exclusive use
Available
Accepted currencies
USD
Dietary needs
Special diets catered for
Malaria
Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Good
  5. May: Good
  6. June: Good
  7. July: Good
  8. August: Good
  9. September: Good
  10. October: Good
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Rainy season.

Rainy season.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Rainy season.

Rainy season.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Rainy season.

Rainy season.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: Summer conditions.

Summer conditions.

May

Good

Wildlife: Warm, dry winter days.

Warm, dry winter days.

Jun

Good

Wildlife: Warm, dry winter days.

Warm, dry winter days.

Jul

Good

Wildlife: Warm, dry winter days.

Warm, dry winter days.

Aug

Good

Wildlife: Winter is dry until mid-month; warmer summer conditions follow.

Winter is dry until mid-month; warmer summer conditions follow.

Sep

Good

Wildlife: Summer conditions.

Summer conditions.

Oct

Good

Wildlife: Summer conditions; October is usually hottest.

Summer conditions; October is usually hottest.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Rainy season.

Rainy season.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Rainy season.

Rainy season.

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.