The Royal Livingston, Victoria Falls

Within walking distance of the spectacular Victoria Falls, the colonial grandeur of The Royal Livingstone hotel sits in a magnificent location on the banks of the Zambezi River. Grab a raincoat from reception and wander through the hotel’s grounds to the edge of the thunderous falls, via a private entrance that’s exclusively for guests’ use. Situated within a National Park, Royal Livingstone is the only hotel in the Victoria Falls area where guests may arrive either by water taxi or speedboat. Dedicated elephant safaris, walking with cheetahs, Big 5 game safaris, helicopter tours of the Victoria Falls, breakfast on Livingstone Island, swimming in the Devils Pools on the edge of the Victoria Falls and even a river cruise on the iconic African Queen are just a few of the exclusive experiences to explore during a stay at The Royal Livingstone. Guestroom décor is a fusion of timeless Victorian elegance and African tradition. Lounging on your own spacious veranda, soak up the calm atmosphere of the gardens and take the opportunity to spot wildlife that’s literally on your doorstep. After a day of exploration, the calm sanctuary of the The Royal Livingstone has a number of dining options. For intimate dining, the hotel’s restaurant offers a formal gourmet menu in a charming environment, The Royal Livingstone Express is an elite steam train offering a sunset dinner experience, light refreshments including delicious High Teas which can be enjoyed in the sunlit lounge and the Livingstone Bar is stocked with rare whiskies and cognacs. The hotel’s heritage, stemming from the exploration of Dr. Livingstone, has created a unique destination for the visitors of today. Built over the Zambezi, the hotel’s sundeck is the perfect spot to sip an aperitif as the sun sets slowly into the mist of the Falls.

"Descriptions courtesy of Travel 2"

"Images courtesy of The Royal Livingston website"