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Nestled in the serene residential area of Victoria Falls, Bayete Guest Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with 30 comfortable and affordable rooms surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Conveniently located just 2.6 km from the Victoria Falls Centre and 22 km from the airport, our lodge provides easy access to all the attractions in the area.

Our accommodation options include Deluxe and Executive rooms, as well as a honeymoon suite and a family cottage, catering to couples, friends, families, and corporate guests. Each room is tastefully decorated and equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

At the heart of our lodge, a spacious tear drop pool awaits your arrival, embraced by the warm ambiance of the Dining Boma and an onsite bar. Start your day with a delightful full English breakfast served in the Dining Boma, and savor delicious home-cooked meals for lunch and dinner upon special request.

Bayete Guest Lodge offers a peaceful and memorable experience, allowing you to unwind and rejuvenate amidst the natural beauty of Victoria Falls. With attentive staff and a serene atmosphere, we strive to make your stay truly unforgettable.

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Bayete Pool Area Credit: Lesanne Fowler Central to the lodge is the large tear drop pool where guests are welcome to relax and enjoy themselves.

Bayete Garden Credit: Lesanne Fowler With in the walls of Bayete, guests will met by a jungle like oasis, even during a hot dry summer, the Bayete gardens are lush and green, providing a sense of peace and tranquility.

Pool side Dining at Bayete Enjoy a wholesome, home style meal for dinner in the Boma. Dinners and lunches are available on request.

Barman Charles welcomes you to the Bayete Bar Rich with the history of the lodge, the Bayete Bar is perfect for unwinding and having a chat whilst being served by a friendly staff member.

Double Executive Room The Executive twin/double rooms offer a spacious and luxurious experience. Each room is equipped with a generously appointed bathroom featuring a Victorian bath, shower, basin, and toilet. For added convenience, two of these rooms have inter-leading doors, allowing them to be converted into suites for those traveling with family or friends.

Twin/Double Classic Room Credit: Lesanne Fowler The Classic twin/double room is a comfortable and spacious option, offering either a king-sized bed or two twin beds. Each room is equipped with an en-suite bathroom featuring a shower, basin, and toilet. The Classic room comes with a full range of amenities. Additionally, inter-leading rooms are available upon request for your convenience.

Triple Room The Triple rooms offer ample space for 3 guests and feature a generously-sized en suite bathroom. Additionally, each room is equipped with air-conditioning, mosquito nets, and a tea and coffee station. For parents traveling with kids the Triple rooms provide the ideal accommodation choice.

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Classic Double/Twin Classic Triple Executive Twin/Double Executive Triple Honeymoon Suite

Experience the comfort and spaciousness of our classic twin/double room, where you can choose between a king-sized bed or two twin beds. Each room is equipped with an en-suite bathroom, complete with a shower, basin, and toilet.

Enjoy the convenience of a full range of amenities, and for those seeking extra relaxation.

We also offer inter-leading rooms upon request, ensuring a seamless and connected stay for your group or family.

Our Classic triple rooms are designed to provide a large and comfortable space for up to three people. Guests have the choice of three single beds or a combination of one king-sized bed and one single bed. Each room includes an en suite bathroom with a shower and toilet, as well as amenities like air conditioning and mosquito nets. These rooms are an excellent choice for families of three or friends traveling together.

Our executive twin/double rooms offer a spacious and luxurious experience. Each room is equipped with a generously appointed bathroom featuring a Victorian bath, shower, basin, and toilet. For added convenience, two of these rooms have inter-leading doors, allowing them to be converted into suites for those traveling with family or friends.

The Triple Executive room offers ample space for 3 guests and features a generously-sized en suite bathroom complete with a shower, ball and claw bathtub, and toilet. Additionally, each room is equipped with air-conditioning, mosquito nets, and a tea and coffee station. For parents traveling with kids, one of our triple executive rooms conveniently connects to a twin/double executive room, providing the ideal accommodation choice.

Experience the epitome of luxury in our Honeymoon Suite, where opulence and spaciousness intertwine. This lavish retreat features a large Victorian bath set against a stunning heavy railway sleeper, creating a captivating centerpiece. With a king-size bed, shower, and basin, our beautifully designed suite exudes an aura of private luxury. Indulge in the romantic ambiance as the bath takes center stage, making our Honeymoon Suite the perfect haven for couples seeking an unforgettable escape.

Family Unit

Our Classic Family Room, known as the Family Cottage, is perfect for families of five. It features two separate rooms - one with three single beds and the other with a queen-sized bed. The shared bathroom includes a spacious shower. This room is great for families with young children who want to be near their parents, but it can also comfortably accommodate up to five adults. Please note that there is no separate living area in this room.

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, TV Room

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Wheelchair Friendly

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Travel Desk

Activities In and around Victoria Falls

While we do not offer any activities on site our team are happy to help with making arrangements on your behalf.

The Bayete Boma & Bar

Welcome to our dining boma, a culinary sanctuary that invites you to embark on an unforgettable gastronomic adventure. From the break of dawn till the sun sets, our restaurant is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking a symphony of flavors, all meticulously crafted with the freshest locally sourced ingredients.

Step into our warm and inviting atmosphere, where the tantalizing aromas of sizzling dishes and the clinking of glasses create an ambiance that is both comforting and vibrant. Our passionate chefs work tirelessly to create delectable meals, ensuring that each bite is a harmonious fusion of tastes and textures that will leave you yearning for more.

As you enter, you'll be captivated by the rustic charm that permeates our dining space. Nestled amidst nature's embrace, our boma offers a unique setting where you can indulge in culinary delights under the open sky or find shelter in the cozy embrace of our thatched-roofed pavilion. Surrounded by lush greenery and serenaded by the distant roar of Victoria Falls, you'll find a sense of tranquility that elevates your dining experience to new heights.

Whether you join us for a leisurely lunch or an intimate dinner, our menu boasts a plethora of options to satiate every discerning palate. Sink your teeth into succulent grilled meats, expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection, or savor the flavors of our vegetarian and vegan creations that showcase the abundant harvest of fresh produce from local farmers. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, ensuring that every ingredient shines and harmonizes with the others on your plate.

In addition to our mouthwatering cuisine, we take great pride in our commitment to sustainability. Our ingredients are meticulously sourced from local farmers who share our passion for ethical and environmentally friendly practices. By supporting these dedicated producers, we not only guarantee the freshness and quality of our dishes but also contribute to the well-being of our community and the preservation of our natural surroundings.

To complement your dining experience, we invite you to visit our Bayete Bar, a sanctuary for beverage enthusiasts. Our friendly staff are dedicated to serving you a range of refreshing drinks. Sip on your favourite drink as you unwind and immerse yourself in the ambiance, relishing every moment of your time with us.

As our esteemed guest, we strive to ensure that your experience with us is nothing short of exceptional. That's why our rates include a complimentary breakfast, allowing you to kickstart your day with a delightful meal that energises and prepares you for the adventures that lie ahead. For your convenience, kindly note that any additional meals and drinks will be charged to your room account, streamlining your experience and allowing you to focus on the pleasures of your stay.

Join us at our dining boma, where every meal is an opportunity to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the flavours of our region, the dedication of our chefs, and the awe-inspiring beauty of our surroundings. We eagerly await the opportunity to serve you and create memories that will linger in your heart long after your visit.

Forever African Safaris’s Private Hemingway-style Tented and Walking Safaris feature intimate, semi-permanent tented camps in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe. Accommodated in fully furnished East African style safari tents, each with an en-suite bathroom, including hot water bucket showers, the private camps, private guide and game drive vehicles offer guests the luxury of freedom and independence on safari with unlimited bush activities. A refreshing change from a lodge setting, it is a chance to get off the beaten track and be free from the demands of other guests and any restrictive routines. The camp is equipped to ensure quality catering and exemplary all-round service, not compromising the rustic ambiance of the remote African bushveld.

Guests are accompanied by a Professional Private Guide for the duration of their Tented and Walking Safari in Hwange National Park. Your Guide will host you and ensure your safety and comfort in camp as well as on game drives and walks.

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Watching an elephant bathe on safari in Hwange NP On walking safaris guests are safe with experienced guides

On game drive in Hwange National Park Game drives are another of the activities on offer

Hemingway Style A-frame tent ready for the night The tents are illuminated by paraffin or LED lights

Relaxing during the heat of the day in Hwange NP Children of all ages are welcome in private camps

Relaxing on the tent veranda as the sun sets Tents are equipped with shadecloth or teakwood verandas

Hemingway Style Tent on walking safari in Hwange NP Tents are furnished with comfortable beds

Hemingway Style A-Frame Tents

Hemingway Style East African A-frame safari tents, each fully furnished and with en-suite bathrooms (hot water bucket showers and drop or flush toilets). The bathrooms are shielded and private, though open air and ‘under the stars’. Being in a tent is all about absorbing the sights and sounds of the bushveld without solid walls to impair your sense of nature, but we’ve taken care to keep the creature comforts in mind so that you are enjoy the wild to the fullest - yet without compromise to your comfort and safety.

Room Facilities

Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Lounge Area, Outside Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Laundry Service

Mana Pools is the only game park in Zimbabwe to be granted World Heritage Status and is the stage for one of Africa’s greatest natural spectacles. Mana is a classic theatre of the wild, attracting hordes of animals especially during the long, hot African summer. Mana is a timeless legacy of wilderness and a unique ecosystem. Mana Pools deserves to survive unspoilt and unthreatened as it has for millennia.

Mana Pools is part of a 300 million year old rift valley supporting a large variety of mammals and over 400 bird species. Covering over 200 square kilometres this National Park has been set aside to be kept as wild as possible. All our camps are taken down as we depart to ensure minimal damage to the ecosystem.

Wildlife is abundant in the valley especially during from June through to late October. The sanctuary is home to large concentrations of elephant, and buffalo, kudu, impala, zebra, eland and other antelope species provide the lion, leopard, painted hunting dog and hyena easy pickings.

Along the river bank, where one of the greatest varieties of birdlife flourishes, hippos share their river with the silent crocodile. Distant mountains, the formidable escarpment wall of the valley, reed edged backwaters and sandbanks flank the slow-moving Zambezi. The richness of the trees and plants is the vital link in Mana’s chain of continuity.

Participate in game drives, canoeing, walking – or just relax and take in the beauty of this wilderness. Walking in the company of one of Zimbabwe’s leading Pro Guides is a unique up-close-and-personal experience. Game drives may take you away from the river, to investigate the different inland habitats and the diverse occupants that make up the ecology of the area. Walking to explore and learn about the area, with your Professional Guide is the best way to experience the incredible diversity of animals, insects and flora at Mana Pools. Your guide is fully licensed and carries a weapon and basic first aid kit at all times. Mana Pools can provide some amazing experiences, if you are looking for close encounters with game.

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