By Marianne Betts The countdown to the Victoria Falls marathon is on, and no one is more eager to compete than the nimble-footed Casper Mpofu, who is hoping to reclaim his title as hospitality group Africa Albida Tourism’s fastest runner. After being the fastest four times, completing the half marathon in a personal best…
By Marianne Betts Visitors, of course, go to Victoria Falls to see one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. But while in Victoria Falls there is also a lesser known past time that promises endless amusement – monkey and baboon watching! There are plenty of these primates in and around the town of…
By Marianne Betts A lot has changed for Rachel Sakara since she started out as a laundry hand at Lokuthula Lodges 25 years ago. Rachel is one of 55 staff to receive long service awards, this month, in recognition of working for Africa Albida Tourism (AAT) for between five and 25 years. AAT operates Lokuthula…
By Marianne Betts Chloe Reynolds and Chris Byles celebrated their Valentine’s Day engagement at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, after he’d got down on bended knee in front of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World to pop the question. The Valentine’s Day rain did nothing to dampen their spirits, with Chris being determined…
Meaningful Travel: From Little Things, Big Things Grow By Marianne Betts A Swedish university professor travelled to Victoria Falls for the holiday of a lifetime, along with her mother and daughter, but instead of filling her suitcases with the usual swimwear and safari gear, she crammed them with goods for local communities in need. Lovisa…
Bring your family and loved ones to join in on our Christmas programme, starting with amazing Christmas Carols led by our Insizwa singers and drummers, a night not to be missed!
Who does not love a delicious dessert, especially Pannacotta? Our incredible Chef Munya who runs the MaKuwa-Kuwa restaurant at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is willing to share his delicious recipe with you. Try this at home and your guests won’t be able to resist diving in! Vanilla Panacotta recipe (9 cup yield) Ingredients 750ml fresh cream…
VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI LODGE’S HOME MADE MORNING MUESLI BARS Picture this, its early morning, your grab a cup of coffee and a delicious Victoria Falls Safari Lodge Morning Muesli bar and whilst you enjoy your morning “me time” you reminisce about your great travels, possibly from your recent trip to Victoria Falls. So that is why…
VICTORIA FALLS CHEESE POTATO SOUP (CRISPY BACON STRIP-optional) METHOD Peel the potato cut into dices Finely chop the onions, celery and leeks In a hot pan add butter and oil Put the cut vegetables onto the sauce pan Add vegetable stock and season Simmer until the potatoes are completely cooked Blend and finish off with…
What is Wolrd Gin Day you may ask? World Gin Day is a global celebration of all things gin, on the second Saturday in June every year! The idea is simple: get people together all around the world with a legitimate excuse to drink some gin, whether it’s in a cocktail, G&T or neat (yes,…