- A stylish Zambezi riverfront lodge inside Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, near Victoria Falls.
- Ten contemporary suites — including family units — with a pool and open river views.
- Combine wildlife (including rhino) with the thunder of Victoria Falls in one stay.
- Ideal as a Falls base for couples and families who want space, style and river life.
Why Thorntree River Lodge
Thorntree sits on a private stretch of the Zambezi inside Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park — close enough to Victoria Falls to feel its spray, yet far enough to be pure river and bush. It is contemporary and light-filled, a lodge that pairs the raw drama of the Falls with the serenity of the upper Zambezi. For travellers who want both the icon and the wild, it is one of Livingstone’s most rewarding addresses.
Families appreciate the roomy suites and the safety of a fenced-off river frontage; couples come for the sundowner cruises and the Falls just minutes away. It is easy, elegant and genuinely on the water.
The Suites & Setting
Ten open, modern suites face the Zambezi, each with a private deck, indoor and outdoor showers and, in some, a free-standing bath framing the river. The design is airy and natural — canvas, timber and glass. A riverside pool, a bar and lounge that open straight to the bush, and a dining deck over the water make the lodge feel like a private riverside home. Family suites connect for those travelling with children.
Wildlife & The Falls
Mosi-oa-Tunya is a compact park with a big prize: it is one of the best places in the region to see white rhino, tracked on foot with rangers. Elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and hippo share the riverbanks, and the birdlife along the Zambezi is exceptional. Beyond the park, Victoria Falls itself — the rainbow-hung, thundering heart of the region — is a short drive, with sunset cruises, Falls tours and (for the brave) rafting and bungee all on the doorstep.
Best Time to Visit
The Falls are at their most powerful from February to May after the rains — immense spray and thunder. For lower water, clearer views and the famous Devil’s Pool swims, come August to December. Wildlife and river cruising are rewarding year-round.
Rates & How to Book
| Location | Mosi-oa-Tunya NP, Livingstone (Zambezi) |
|---|---|
| Rooms | 10 riverfront suites (incl. family) |
| Open | Year-round |
| Style | Contemporary riverside lodge |
| Best for | Families, couples, Falls + wildlife combos |
Thorntree is offered fully inclusive of meals, drinks and activities, with Falls excursions arranged alongside. We tailor the length of your Falls stay and pair it with Chobe, Kafue or South Luangwa — contact us for live rates.
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