Matetsi Victoria Falls

I was so impressed by so many things at Matetsi that I started making a list so I didn't forget anything! If I had to choose what stood out the most, I would have to say the genuine care I noticed from all staff for the animals. The conservation work happening at Matetsi is next level and all staff, particularly the guides and trackers are so proud to be apart of it. There were some moments where my heart melted, not from seeing an animal but from seeing and hearing the guides reactions to different situations, like the first spotting of a baby warthog for the season or a kudu walking straight past us having our coffee towards a waterhole where unbeknownst to it, a pack of wild dogs were relaxing after a big feed. Everyday we saw something special and different. The guide and trackers were so knowledgeable. It is 100% due to their experience that we saw a leopard and a lioness and her cub on our trip. There is an abundance of waterholes across the huge 550 sq km reserve which made our safaris very special. I also couldn't help but notice the perfect condition of the Safari vehicles and the roads we drove on. Nice touches like blankets and your own personal water bottle were appreciated. Some people forgot to bring binoculars, so hot tip pack binoculars! Outside of the safaris, everything else was also amazing. The Boma dinners, the food, river cruise, all amazing! The villas on the Zambezi are just spectacular. I really had to think how lucky I was sitting by the Infinity pool, looking out at the Zambezi River and having my own little animal show right there with worthogs, bush bucks, baboons, monkey's and even elephants just casually passing through. Everything is thought of, it is a very professionally run place with what appears to be a great team culture among everyone who works there. There might have been a few tears when I had to say goodbye at the end...I will definitely be back!

My wife and I stayed at Matetsi for 8 nights in October of 2024. It was a truly amazing experience. Our river side suite was perfectly designed and furnished in an amazing setting. The room provides a panoramic view of the Zambezi river and you readily observe, bushbuck, warthogs and occasionally elephants moving along the river adjacent to your room. There are morning and evening game drives or river cruises with an abundance of animals to be seen including elephants, warthogs, giraffes, lions, zebras, buffalo and many more. The guides are outstanding!! The service at Matetsi is 5 star with every member of staff dedicated to making your stay the most pleasurable and relaxing. They enjoy interacting with you and sharing their love of Zimbabwe and their amazing natural environment. The food is top notch with every plate a work of art. Matetsi provides the perfect mix of being busy with game drives or visits to Victoria Falls and relaxation in the beautiful setting of your room or the dining area.