Chundukwa

River Lodge

Livingstone, Zambia

Idyllic riverside retreat

When you arrive at Chundukwa River Lodge you immediately sense the difference: this is a place born of personal passion, horse-riding heritage and Zambian hospitality rather than cookie-cutter lodge design. You’ll find yourself in tranquil open-fronted chalets on stilts, each with its own veranda facing the flowing Zambezi, where the river’s soundtrack flows day and night. The façade of the lodge blends into the riverine forest, offering you wide vistas of sky, water and wild vegetation.

Days here are unhurried and rich with possibility. You might begin with a dawn ride through the lagoons and past the stables, then drift into a riverside picnic on a floating platform, watch hippos drifting in the current, or simply recline with a book beside the plunge pool. Local excursions to the Falls, a mountain-bike outing or a bushwalk are all on offer, yet you could easily spend your time doing nothing but sipping sundowners while the light fades on the river.

Dining is intimate and reflective of the lodge’s ethos: meals drawn from the organic garden, local ingredients prepared with flair and served individually under thatch or stars. Children and families are welcomed, with the spacious cottage option delivering private pool and multiple bedrooms. Sustainability is woven into every facet of the experience, from the lodge’s slow-crafted aesthetic to its community engagement and conservation efforts.

If you are seeking a bridge between comfort and wildness, between the dramatic plunge of Victoria Falls and the hushed whispers of the Zambezi at dusk, Chundukwa delivers. It allows you to live at the pace of the river, to listen to hippo calls, to roam trails on horseback and to let the continent’s tempo wash over you gently, yet memorably.

For those with a little more experience who crave adventure in the saddle, Chundukwa’s sister operation Zambian Horseback Safaris offers immersive riding journeys in the Simalaha Wildlife Conservancy. These begin with elegant rides along the river bank, evolve into full-day gallops across ancient flood-plains and culminate in nights under the bush sky. Tailored for intermediate to advanced riders, the safaris combine wilderness, wildlife and wellness. After your riding safari you can return to Chundukwa for rest, riverside delights and a luxurious contrast to the rigour of the ride.

You will love

Wild riverfront setting & wildlife
Hand-crafted comfort & hospitality
Private ranch ambience & stables
Organic garden-to-table meals & warmth
Easy access to Victoria Falls & nature

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