...a fun backpacker lodge conveniently situated allowing guests to explore the plethora of activities in Victoria Falls Town, Zimbabwe ....

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.

ACCOMMODATION
The lodge can accommodate up to 40 guests in the following:

8 x twin-bedded rooms
3 x double rooms
4 x dorm rooms (each dorm has 3 to 5 beds)
Camping area (up to 40 pax)
There are 4 ablution facilities centrally situated to all rooms.
Each of the ablution blocks have toilets, showers, basins and hot and cold water

WILDLIFE
Victoria Falls is pretty much all within National Parks land and therefore 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.

MINIMUM AGE LIMITS
No minimum age requiremenst

FACILITIES

Outside dining and braai area
large outdoor, built-in fire place
Swimming pool
Open planned bar/lounge area equipped with TV & DVD player
Internet Café - includes phone & fax facilities

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FROM SAVANNA & VICTORIA FALLS
The activities below are not included in the accommodation rates. All additional activities can be purchased prior to departure or upon arrival. Pre-booking is recommended as activities have limited availability each day.

White Water Rafting the mighty Zambezi River
Canoeing the upper Zambezi
Elephant back safaris are done on the estate and so are easily accessible.
Lion Encounter safaris are operated from the Masuwe Estate and easily accessible
Tours of Victoria Falls
Game drives on the Masuwe Estate
Zambezi river sunset cruises

Other adventure activities such as riverboarding, bungi jumping, abseiling, gorge swings and helicopter flights etc. All can be booked whilst staying at Masuwe but at an extra cost. Tours to Chobe National Park in Botswana can also be easily arranged.

[.....for a full activities price listing for the 2008 season]

N.B. – Please note that national parks fees are NOT included and are payable direct by the client. (All fees are subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the Zimbabwean Parks Authorities).

Tour of Victoria Falls - US$20 pp Zambezi National park fee
Game drives - US$15 pp Chamaponda National Park fee
Sunset Cruises - US$5 pp river fees

TRANSFERS
Clients can fly into either Livingstone or Victoria Falls International Airport where they will be met and transferred by road to the lodge which is situated approximately 20 minutes drive from the Victoria Falls Airport, including customs and immigration formalities at both border posts. It is approximately forty minutes from Livingstone Airport. Clients may also self-drive direct to the lodge, directions are available on request.

CLIENT REQUIREMENTS

Valid travel and health requirements
Entry visa for Zimbabwe – please see Travel Documents
Zambian visa for clients entering via Livingstone airport.
Return air tickets or vehicle registration particulars – if required.
Advise Safari Par Excellence of any dietary requirements or medical conditions.

VISA REQUIREMENTS
Please see out Travel Documents pages for information on visas for Zimbabwe (& Zambia). We advise all clients check with their local embassy/consulate prior to travel as they will be able to advise the most up to date and accurate information regarding visas. Safari Par Excellence accepts no responsibility for visa fees.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Malaria prophylactics, insect repellent and sun block
Personal toiletries and medical requirements
Torch / flashlight
Binoculars, camera, video and film/digital memory cards
Warm clothes during cool months
Swimming costume
Broad rimmed hat

We advise all clients to consult their local physician for the latest health requirements regarding Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls prior to their departure from their home country.

HOW TO GET THERE
The lodge is ideal for self-drivers as it is easily accessible in both two and four wheel drive vehicles. Transfers to the various activities are usually included and a taxi service is available from the lodge.

All flights arrive at either the Victoria Falls airport, Zimbabwe or the Livingstone airport, Zambia. Safari Par Excellence provide transfers to and from both the above mentioned airports.

For guests who are travelling from Livingstone border, Zambia and Kazangula border, Botswana, travel arrangements can be easily made upon request.

Additional information

Introduction to Victoria Falls: Map, accommodation options and activity listings
Zambezi Whitewater Rafting: Full details on all of the rafting options from the one day trips to multi-day expeditions plus descriptions of the individual rapids and the Zambezi Report for an update on current river conditions.
Safari combinations: a selection of short and extended tour packages to cater for different tastes and budgets
African Safari options: ideas for safaris along the course of the Zambezi River

Savanna Backpacker Lodge

Notes | Bookings

Rates valid throughout 2008
Twin or Double Room, Bed & Breakfast basis: US$28 pp sharing, US$45 single
Dorm, Bed & Breakfast basis: US$20 per person
Camping, Bed Only: US$7 per person

Departures daily all year round ex Victoria Falls and Livingstone
Road transfer Victoria Falls Airport - Savanna, US$16 per person per way
Road transfer Livingstone Airport - Savanna, US$26 per person per way
Road transfer Victoria Falls Town - Savanna, US$5 per person per way
Single Supplements are applicable

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The Zambezi Waterfront | Bookings

Not valid this season

Africa's Adventure Capital
2, 3 or 4 night packages starting and ending Johannesburg
Includes return flights ex Johannesburg; return airport transfers; bed and breakfast accommodation at the Zambezi Waterfront
plus the choice of any of the following activities: morning or afternoon elephant ride, game drive, a river cruise, tour of the Falls and a 15 minute helicopter or microlight flight
Valid April - December 2005
2 nights: US$POA per person sharing; 3 nights: US$POA pps; 4 nights: US$POA pps
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Savanna Backpacker Lodge, Victoria Falls Town, Zimbabwe

...a fun backpacker lodge conveniently situated allowing guests to explore the plethora of activities in Victoria Falls Town, Zimbabwe ....

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...or consider our best value packages...