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The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Reception
Perched by the river, The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa offers a tranquil retreat. Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment or take in pool views over breakfast at Kalai Restaurant. You'll also enjoy access to an outdoor pool with sun loungers and activities like boat tours.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
The current price is ￥30,947
￥38,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Spa

The David Livingstone Spa has 5 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a hot tub.

Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

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Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Livingstone, The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa is near the airport and on a river. Maramba Cultural Museum and Victoria Falls Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Victoria Falls and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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Map
1111, Livingstone, Riverside Drive, Off Sichango Road

What's nearby

  • Maramba Cultural Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Livingstone Reptile Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Livingstone Museum - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Devil's Pool - 13 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Livingstone (LVI) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kubu Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Drift - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Vix Falls Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa

Upscale hotel near Victoria Falls
Consider a stay at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Indulge in a massage, a body wrap, and hydrotherapy at The David Livingstone Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Kalai Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like boat tours. Guests can also expect to find a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 72 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and mini fridges

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle up to 7 km

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kalai Restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: ZMW 190 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Breakfast
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Valet parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZMW 160 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZMW 160.00 (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 10 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Livingstone Lodge Safari
Livingstone Safari Lodge
Three Cities David Livingstone
Three Cities David Livingstone Safari
Three Cities David Livingstone Safari Lodge
Three Cities David Safari
Three Cities David Safari Lodge
David Livingstone Safari Lodge
David Safari Lodge
David Livingstone Safari
David Livingstone Safari Hotel Livingstone
David Livingstone Safari Lodge And Spa
The David Livingstone Safari &
The David Livingstone Safari Lodge Spa
aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge Spa

Frequently asked questions

Does The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa on Sep 1, 2025 start from ￥30,947, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of ZMW 160 per person applies.

Where is The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa located?

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Maramba Cultural Museum. Zambezi River and Livingstone Reptile Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 190 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Achma

Amazing rooms, great services!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and very attentive statt
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That lodge is nice, and the staff friendly and professional. The rooms are clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jungle vibes, on Zimbezi river and can watch elephants crossing and swimming on river. Perfect place as a retreat after long excursions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great location on the Zambezi river. The rooms were large and clean, and the staff was always happy to help.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice

It was pleasant, there was little to do and food was average. However a stunning location and foyer. In the middle of a refurb and we stayed in a new room which was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most scenic and romantic natural setting coupled with a great level of service, foods, and overall excellence.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great vibe with all races and nationalities mixing to party over New Year weekend. And excellent live bands adding to the fun.

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful lodge located right on the Zambezi River of Africa, we have Never experienced service like this anywhere else. The entire staff was courteous, friendly, and “over the top” attentive to all of our needs & questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. The room was extremely comfortable and I appreciated the mosquito netting and the tub. Incredible views and lotsa storage space. The restaurant had delicious breakfast and dinners. I went on the boat ride and we saw hippos, elephants, and a big alligator. The store on the grounds had unique and cool bags, clothing, and prints. And the people were kind and considerate. I would go back in a heartbeat and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Varshabhanavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The David is a lovely hotel, if you stay here your experience will be truly unforgettable. My room was spacious, clean, and had a breathtaking view of the Zambezi river. The staff were super helpful and accommodating. I highly recommend taking the sunset cruise and coordinating your excursions with their onsite concierge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right in the river with exceptional staff. Rooms could use an update but the beds and linens very comfortable and nice quality. Difficult to get anywhere from the hotel as it’s not walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rogers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was more than impressed by the facility. It met all my expectation. The staff were so courteous and helpful. I did get value for my money and would definitely come back. The facilities compliment and promote African culture while allowing you access to many modern amenities. Kudos
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is GORGEOUS! Rooms feel a bit dated though. There was broken tiles and discoloration on grout. Waiters Joseph and Bruce were super nice, other staff felt indifferent to guests. Resort seemed empty but the guests were all put on far side of hotel - kinda strange!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gershom

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic and the whole environment was the best I have stayed in for some time. The setting was beautiful and quiet with a great view no matter where you are. I also took advantage of the spa, which was SO VERY relaxing. Definitely on my list to return to in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
1. Opgradering til Suite 2. Venligt personale, amerikansk stil med - fór Europæer- lidt for hyppige efterspørgslen om alt er godt 3. Tynde Cocktails, tilgang til nabohotellets bar med gode caipirinha! 4. Perfekt beliggenhed direkt ved Zambesi
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lulumbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was incredible and the amenities were generally great. I love how close it is to the water and the boat cruise is one of the best on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

View over Zambezi.

Nice hotel, beautiful location, a bit overpriced considering it was almost empty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Amazing place to stay. Great breakfast with huge variety of foods to choose from. Lunch and dinner menus reasonably priced with excellent choice. Outstandingly comfortable room overlooking the Zambezi. Woken up to sounds of hippos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bug Spray Required

The staff were helpful and attentive. The rooms were all clean and comfortable though showing age. The air conditioner worked (Hurray!) and no monkeys found the way into our room. The restaurant food was well prepared and timely served. The variety of drinks and such were sufficient.He selections for vegetarians were slim and for vegan pretty much non-existent. A gluten free vegan would have pretty much been left to a salad. But the kitchen knows its market. The "chips" were called "fries" and the ketchup was Heinz. The burgers came with bacon and didn't pretend to be something special. The biggest "surprise" which may have been simply my mistake is that (1) the tip is included in the bill when you charge it to the room (doesn't reflect on the restaurant receipt) so I ended up tipping twice; and (2) the "airport transfer" was neither free nor arranged without hassle. I had to pay half again more than taxi rate to go there and back. So, as the Gen Z might say ..."my bad" . The riverfront location is marvelous but as with all things on the Zambezi the biting insects were not nearly as charming. Bring real bug spray (100% DEET) and plenty of it. The dining rooms are all outside exposed to the elements.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020