To mark its 30th anniversary this year, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge – one of Zimbabwe’s most celebrated establishments – is chronicling its vibrant history and celebrating three decades of exceptional service and unwavering dedication to hospitality excellence and conservation.
Since its inception on 14 December 1994, the luxury lodge has captivated travellers from around the globe, becoming synonymous with the world-famous Victoria Falls. Since then, accolades have poured in. The lodge has been awarded the Best Resort Hotel in Zimbabwe for 25 years in succession by the Association of Zimbabwe Travel Agents and was recently listed among the Top 10% of hotels around the world in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards.
As part of the milestone anniversary, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge will produce a series of captivating short films and a coffee-table book chronicling the lodge’s vibrant history and the people at the centre of it, its commitment to conservation, and the beauty of Victoria Falls and its surroundings.
Co-founder and Director Ross Kennedy said the occasion would usher in a new era of innovation for the lodge;
“It’s with great pride and gratitude that we celebrate 30 years of Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. As we celebrate, we stand at the threshold of an exciting new chapter. We are committed to exploring innovative avenues for development that will not only enhance our guests’ experiences but also contribute positively to the local community and the environment in which we operate, and we look forward to unveiling these exciting developments.”
Kennedy adds, “Our success and standing in the marketplace are a testament to the dedication and expertise of our remarkable staff. Their unwavering commitment to excellence and their deep-rooted connection to our vision has been instrumental in driving our growth and shaping our identity over the past three decades. From the front desk to the kitchen, every member of the team plays a fundamental role in the group’s growth and success.”
Through various initiatives and partnerships, including the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit, the Wildlife Conservation Coalition, the Victoria Falls Recycling project and the Vulture Culture Experience, the lodge continues to make an impact by supporting local communities and wildlife conservation efforts, ensuring that the beauty of Victoria Falls is preserved.
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is the flagship property of the Zimbabwean hospitality group Africa Albida Tourism. Other properties in the group’s portfolio include Victoria Falls Safari Club, Victoria Falls Safari Suites, Lokuthula Lodges, Victoria Falls Safari Spa and The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show, all located on the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge estate, 4km from the Victoria Falls.
