About Batonka Guest Lodge
A leisurely half-hour walk from the charming gardens of Batonka brings you face to face with the magnificent Victoria Falls.
It’s the perfect way to approach the UNESCO World Heritage Site, but if you prefer, you can always hop in a taxi for the five-minute transfer.
As if to mirror the surroundings, the colonial style of Batonka’s buildings, with their shaded verandas and overhead fans, exudes an air of relaxation that permeates throughout.
Overlooking the gardens, or the enticing curved swimming pool, the 27 well-appointed rooms are fronted by private balconies. Air conditioning complements the cool tiles under foot; king-size beds draped in mosquito netting add a touch of elegance to the contemporary furnishings.
In the warmth of summer, settle down for breakfast or an à la carte meal on the terrace, where wrought-iron chairs come into their own, while for cooler evenings the dark wood tables and smartly upholstered seating in the restaurant present an altogether more formal appeal.
And to ensure that colder nights don’t confine you indoors, there’s an outside lounge area where you can sit with a drink by an open fire, mulling over your holiday – or looking forward to the days ahead.
- Accommodation
- 27 rooms
- Children
- Best for 6+
- Open
- All year
Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Canoeing
Cultural excursion
Elephant encounter
Guided walking safari
Helicopter
Kayaking
Microlight
White-water rafting
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