The intimate luxury of Royal Chundu offers an escape to two magnificent retreats, both secretly hidden on the banks of the majestic Zambezi River, a mere 30km upstream from Victoria Falls. 10 suites are perched on the banks of the Zambezi while 4 private suites with their own lounge, dining and pool area are located on Katambora Island. Absorb the pulse of the river from private decks and spacious rooms and discover the essence of Africa as it was truly intended. Enjoy the tranquillity and awe of a river canoe followed by a pampering at our floating river spa. Experience Africa’s magnificent wildlife during a day trip to Chobe National Park. Visit one of the natural wonders of the world and enjoy a picnic outing to Victoria Falls. Royal Chundu also offers incredible fishing and unparalleled birding. Choose to dine indoors in true ethnic elegance, or open air dining in the Chef’s boma’ where you will be treated to an authentic African barbeque and traditional song and dance.
Royal Chundu Lodge Zambezi
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Intro
Highlights
• The only lodge along the Upper Zambezi that does not share its 15km of private waterways with other operators, thus ensuring absolute peace and privacy • Unspoiled and private river frontage and use • A diverse and untouched ecological gem • An array of river and land activities • Less than an hour away from the famed Victoria Falls and Livingstone town and 30min from Botswana • Delectable cuisine and bush bomas • More than 400 bird species • Full moon “lunar rainbow” trips
Need To Know
Malaria & Yellow Fever Prevention Zambia is a malaria area. It is advised that you use malaria prophylaxis and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Yellow Fever Inoculation required
Wildlife
Activity to Chobe National Park In Botswana
Quick Facts
3-4 nights
Rates from $1007
Children Policy · This policy applies to all person from 0 years old to and including 11 years old · Persons from 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore require their own suite at the applicable rates · 0 – 3 Years old o Are accommodated at no additional cost o May share with adults, depending on the availability of cots/mattresses · 4 – 11 Years Old o Are accommodated at 50%(half) of the adult sharing rate o May share with adults, depending on the availability of mattresses · Mattresses can accommodate a maximum of one child each. · Children can not be accommodated on the Katombora Island, in the case of reserving the whole Katombora on an exclusive use basis children are welcome with families. · Cots can accommodate a maximum of one child per cot · Child rates are applicable whether children share a suite with adults or not · Child minding services are available at an additional minimal cost
Accommodation
10 River Suites 4 Island Villas
Accolades
Conde Nast Reader's Choice Awards:
#4 in Africa 2018
# 9 in the World 2018
World Travel Award Winner for 8 years in a row
Season
Located in the north of Southern Africa, the Victoria Falls has very mild winters. Winter (May to September/October) features days that are generally dry and sunny – around 20°C, with the temperature dropping at night to as cold as 5ºC. Summer (October to April) gets quite hot – up to around 30°C, while night temperatures drop to around 14°C. It’s swimming pool and tanning weather. Expect short, sharp afternoon thunderstorms as rain clouds gather throughout the day, creating excellent sunsets. Rainy season is from November to March.
Region
Property Type
Great food and wines in a setting as close to paradise as one can get
Royal Chundu supports a whole village by providing employment purchasing vegetables grown by the villagers as well as providing education for the children.
well designed blending in to the surrounding bush 5 star service
Very good staff very helpful polite sad place to leave
Very unobtrusive but very comfortable 5 stars
Well away from the rat race