The Royal Livingstone

A testament to the intrepid explorer’s discovery, the magnificent Royal Livingstone stands majestically on the banks of the Zambezi – just a 5 minute walk from the mighty ‘Smoke that Thunders’.

A gracious and elegant refuge, the hotel comprises a series of 17 colonial-style buildings set luxuriously amidst the indigenous trees. Each of the 173 classic guest rooms has a private balcony or terrace with views across the river to the Falls.

Given the magnificent views, enormous swimming pool, hedonistic spa treatments and excellent cuisine, the temptation to do very little is hard to resist...but then so is the prospect of a river cruise aboard the African Queen or rafting and canoeing on the Zambezi. Helicopter rides over the Falls, tours of local villages, or day safaris to see the elephants of Chobe National Park are also easily arranged.

Traditional High Tea on the deep shaded verandah is a 'must'!

PRICES Prices from £140 per person twin share including breakfast and transfers from Livingstone airport.