Savanna Lodge Backpackers is situated in Victoria Falls town, only 2km from one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Victoria Falls, and of course the mighty Zambezi River.

WILDLIFE
As Victoria Falls is all National Parks land, a wide variety of wildlife can be viewed almost anywhere. Buffalo, elephant, baboons, warthog, kudu, impala, vervet monkeys and impala are very common sightings, even in the residential areas. Lions and leopards have also been occasionally spotted around the town.

The Zambezi National Park is home to numerous other species of wildlife including giraffe, bushbuck, waterbuck, crocodiles, hyena, civet cats, hippo, kingfishers, fish eagles, tawny eagles, grey louries, and so the list is goes on.

ACCOMMODATION

• 8 x twin rooms
• 3 x double rooms
• 4 x dorm rooms- each dorm has three to five beds
• Camping area

There are four ablution facilities centrally situated to all rooms. Each of the ablution blocks have toilets, showers, basins and hot and cold water

FACILITIES

• Outside dining and braai area
• A large outdoor, built-in fire place
• A swimming pool
• An open planned bar cum lounge area, equipped with TV and DVD player
• Internet Café- includes phone and fax facilities
• On-site masseuse and beautician

ACTIVITIES

• White-water rafting
• Canoeing
• Elephant rides
• Walk with lions
• Helicopter & micro-light flights
• Tour of the Victoria Falls
• Bungee Jumping
• Gorge Swinging
• Trip to the Craft Market
  

N.B. – PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PARK ENTRY FEES ARE EXTRA AND PAYABLE DIRECT

SELF DRIVE- Clients can drive directly to the lodge. Directions available upon request

AIR TRAVEL- All flights arrive at either the Victoria Falls airport, Zimbabwe or the Livingstone airport, Zambia. Adventure Zone provide transfers to and from both the above mentioned airports.

ROAD TRAVEL- For those who are traveling from Livingstone border, Zambia and Kazangula border, Botswana, arrangements can be easily made to book road transfers, upon request

MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM PAX
Minimum number: No minimum
Maximum number: 80 clients (40 pax in rooms & 40 pax camping)

CLIENT REQUIREMENTS

• Valid travel and health documents
• Entry visa for Zimbabwe – if required
• Transit visa for clients entering via Livingstone airport
• Return air tickets or vehicle registration particulars – if required
• Advise Adventure Zone of any dietary requirements or medical conditions

VISA REQUIREMENTS
Please check this with your agent or nearest Adventure Zone office. Where necessary, there are those who require double entry visas for Zimbabwe which may be bought at port of entry, but there are those that will have to purchase them prior to departure depending on the type of passport. Adventure Zone WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE for VISA FEES.

INSURANCE
All clients are covered by Medical Air Rescue Service (MARS) through Adventure Zone; however this only covers them for emergency evacuation in life threatening situations. It DOES NOT cover their hospitalization and medication. As such travel and medical insurance is COMPULSORY to all clients. Please ensure clients have arranged this insurance in their own country prior to leaving so as to cover unexpected medical expenses and loss/ theft of personal effects. Please ensure clients bring the details of their insurance policy with them. Adventure Zone will not be able to cover clients should they not have insurance.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Malaria prophylactics, insect repellant and sun block
• Personal medical requirements and toiletries
• Binoculars
• Camera / video and film
• Warm clothes during cool months
• Swimming costume
• Broad rimmed hat

SEASON
Savanna is open all year round

Clients must be aware that during peak season, July – December, rates are increased due to the high demand of accommodation.