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Matetsi Water Lodge is situated on the lush banks of the spectacular Zambezi, in the 50,000 hectare Matetsi Reserve, 45 minutes from Victoria Falls.  The Lodge lies in the shade of mangosteen and waterberry trees, and is a sophisticated yet sensitive harmony of teak, slate and thatch reflecting the themes of ancient Zimbabwe and the river sweeping past. Both Matetsi Water Lodge and Matetsi Safari Camp are members of 'Small Luxury Hotels of the World'.         WILDLIFE  At Matetsi, 40 kilometres above the falls, the verdant banks of the Zambezi provide a safe haven for Africa's magnificent wildlife.  It offers an unrivalled river experience and forms part of a huge wildlife paradise straddling two countries - there are no fences between it and Botswana's Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta.  As many as 50 000 elephants live here - the highest concentration on earth.  During the thirsty months awesome herds of elephants and other great creatures are drawn to the waters edge, while, in the green summer season, the banks are home to a host of migratory and wading birds.   FACILITIES Superlative cuisine is prepared by accomplished chefs and served on the intimate riverside dining decks under the giant trees that envelope the camp or in the red dawn halo of a bush breakfast.    TRANSFER 50 minute drive from Victoria Falls Airport.  No. of Bedrooms The lodge consists of three individual and intimate camps of six air-conditioned suites, each with private plunge pool, en-suite bathroom and river deck.  The vast teak doors of each room swing open to command breathtaking views of the extraordinary watery vista outside where hippos rupture the burnished surface of the Zambezi.  Activities Game drives, bird-watching, canoeing, bush walks, boat cruises, fishing and daily complimentary transfers to Victoria Falls all feature in a stay here.  Find Similar Properties