Situated in Victoria Falls town centre, Ilala Lodge Hotel holds the distinction of being the closest hotel to the waterfall on the Zimbabwean side – an eight-minute walk from the main viewing points. This positioning offers particular convenience for guests seeking immediate access to the Falls upon arrival.
The hotel's 73 rooms and suites are configured across multiple categories, from Classic Rooms to the expansive Strathearn Suite. All accommodations feature garden views that extend toward the adjacent national park. The constant sound of falling water – locally known as "the smoke which thunders" – provides a distinctive atmospheric element unique to this location.
The award-winning Cassia Restaurant has earned recognition for both its cuisine and extensive wine menu, featuring selections from established South African vineyards. The restaurant operates throughout the day, with evening service conducted outdoors under natural lighting. The proximity to Victoria Falls means that the spray from the of the waterfall provides a unique visual backdrop.
Two swimming pools anchor the hotel's leisure facilities, complemented by a poolside bar and lounge area equipped with business facilities, games, and reading materials. An activities office staffed by specialists are ready to book activities ranging from helicopter flights to multi-day safari extensions.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
4 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 73
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wildlife, Wine
Located in the heart of the Timbavati Nature Reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park, Tanda Tula Safari Camp offers an intimate and luxurious wilderness experience. With 9 hybrid canvas-and-glass suites—including two family suites—guests enjoy exclusivity and a deep connection to nature. Each suite features a private deck with a plunge pool overlooking the riverbed, blending contemporary elegance with the tranquillity of the bush.
The camp’s design draws inspiration from South Africa’s Tsonga heritage, creating an authentic yet refined retreat. A grid-tied solar system, water-wise operations, and our FTTSA (Fair Trade Tourism South Africa) accreditation underscore our commitment to responsible and regenerative tourism.
Safaris at Tanda Tula are immersive and unhurried, led by one of the most experienced guiding teams in the Greater Kruger. With access to 55,626 hectares of exclusive traversing, guests encounter wildlife in a vast, unspoiled landscape that remains truly wild.
Dining is a celebration of heritage and imagination, inspired by cherished local recipes and reinterpreted with modern sophistication. Bush walks, birding, and stargazing enrich the safari journey, offering meaningful ways to connect with the natural world.
Tanda Tula is more than a safari—it is a place of stories, discovery, and profound moments in one of Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes.
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
5 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Originally a private family retreat, Chitwa Chitwa earned its name as an affectionate ode to the aging giraffe bull who shared the lakeside home as an extended member of the Brink family. According to the owner, Charl Brink, the majestic arrival of this regal relative was always signaled by the creaking of his old joints - and still today, his watchful essence is felt presiding over the lodge. The private game lodge is magnificent and graceful in appearance, yet humble enough to evaporate into the surrounding beauty of the unspoiled bush of the Sabi Sand.
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
5 Stars
Other
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
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3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
