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About Pioneers

Pioneers Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Welcome to Pioneers — a peaceful retreat just 2.5 km from the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Tucked away in a quiet residential suburb, our charming lodge perfectly blends the nostalgic spirit of early explorers with the modern comforts today’s travellers appreciate.

Surrounded by lush gardens and manicured lawns, Pioneers features 50 beautifully designed rooms, each thoughtfully created with space, comfort, and style in mind. All rooms offer tranquil garden views, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, tea and coffee stations, and modern en-suite bathrooms with double vanities. We also offer four family rooms, making the lodge an ideal choice for couples, families, or friends travelling together.

At the heart of the lodge lies our warm and inviting main area — complete with a cosy lounge, a timeless dining room, and a spacious terrace for enjoying relaxed meals outdoors. Our classic saloon-style bar serves a variety of refreshing drinks, including locally brewed, craft beer made with water from the mighty Zambezi. Guests can unwind in one of our two swimming pools, treat themselves at the day spa, catch up on news in the TV room. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. All our rooms and the main lodge area are strictly non-smoking zones; however, designated smoking areas are available throughout the property for guest convenience.

We are deeply committed to sustainable tourism. Much of the lodge is powered by solar energy, and we proudly support local conservation efforts — including anti-poaching initiatives, wildlife research projects, and anti-litter campaigns in the Victoria Falls area.

Above all, we take great pride in our hospitality. From our hands-on owners and friendly managers to every member of our team, we’re here to make you feel welcome and at home from the moment you arrive. Whether it’s your first visit to Victoria Falls or a return to a place you love, Pioneers offers a peaceful and comfortable base for your adventures.

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CONTACT INFO

Mahogany Road | Victoria Falls | Zimbabwe

Email: info@pioneersvicfalls.com,

Telephone: +263 780728696 ( lodge cell) or +263 8677211945 (VOIP)

+263 787 247 838 ( res cell – Monday to Friday and Saturday morning)

Landline: +263 832840343

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For information regarding our lodge please go to to website or email info@pioneersvicfalls.com

See you there. See you there.
We love Pioneers, and we love it even more when ou We love Pioneers, and we love it even more when our guests love it too.

Reviews like this, on TripAdvisor, make our day. 

"Delightful, quiet, beautiful
Pioneers Lodge is a charming beautiful place I totally enjoyed. The accommodations were large, updated and very clean and all of the service was exceptional. I highly recommend this authentic, delightful and relaxing quiet respite to be a place to stay at. Very private, cozy, safe, clean, updated, with large accommodations. I would go back to stay repeatedly. The grounds were like a large garden with two pools and waterfalls and lush plants and blooming flowers. The breakfast buffet was diverse and good quality. Meals off the menu were delicious and very satisfying."

#tripadvisor #5bubblereview  #whatourguestssay
A slightly delayed posting for our February Employ A slightly delayed posting for our February Employee of the month ( this year seems to be moving along far too quickly).....congratulations to Wisdom Masuku. 

Always a smile on his face and a warm welcome - be it in the restaurant or at reception - Wisdom is sure to make you feel at home.  Thanks Wisdom for going going the  extra mile

#pioneervicfalls #teamwork
 #victoriafalls
This is what more than 3061 cubic meters of water This is what more than 3061 cubic meters of water per second ( so 3 million  61 thousand liters per second!!) looks like. 
We have had a phenomenal rainy season, as have our neighbour's where the flood water push come from. 
The water level is already significantly higher than it was at peak flow last year....and still a lot of rising to go. We will be here for it....will you???

Turn your sound up and listen to the power of our favourite water feature. 

#pioneersvicfalls 
#smokethatthunders
Please join us in congratulating Adam Munkuli - he Please join us in congratulating Adam Munkuli - he is our January employee of the month. 

Adam is part of our house-keeping team. He gets this award for his consistency at work, for his dedication to his department, and his support of the other members of the team 

Thank you Adam for taking pride in all you do. 

##pioneersvicfalls #ourteam #teamwork
Join us for a high speed walk through our spacious Join us for a high speed walk through our spacious and gorgeous gardens. 
2 swimming pools
Outside seating areas
Convenient pathways
Lots of greenery and flowers. 
And happy birdsong in the background. 

Relaxing is always easier when you have lots of space around you. 

#pioneersvicfalls #garden #spacious
We do constant maintenance and upkeep at the lodge We do constant maintenance and upkeep at the lodge. 
This morning we had an arrow-marked babbler checking in on our maintenance team and seeing if our pathway lights were working 😀. 

#pioneersvicfalls #ourgarden  #babblers
Those of you who have stayed at Pioneers before w Those of you who have stayed at Pioneers before  will recognise these faces. 
They might just be the most famous residents of the lodge. 
And they are definitely the most photographed. 
Our little fulvous whistling ducks are a crowd favorite.

How many of you have photos of these ducks? 

#pioneersvicfalls #gardenoasis #fulvousducks #walkslikeaduck
Our weather in Victoria Falls generally lends itse Our weather in Victoria Falls generally lends itself to outdoor living. 
And part of that is enjoying a dip in a pool to cool off. 
Luckily at Pioneers we have two swimming pools for you to choose from. 
One up near the main area. 
And this one , down the stairs and away from the dining area and bar. 
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, plenty of birdlife ( including our resident ducks), it is the perfect place to relax and enjoy some downtime. 
For those in the northern hemisphere - if winter blues are getting you down, this is where you want to be.

#pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #grounds #outdoorliving
#swimming
We always love to hear back from our guests about We always love to hear back from our guests about their experience at Pioneers. 
And this 5 bubble review on TripAdvisor certainly has us smiling. 

"An incredible place to stay
Our first impression was that the Lodge looked amazing straight away. We were greeted at the gate having been collected from the airport, approx 25 minutes drive. We met at reception by the receptionist and given a warm welcome. After signing in we were escorted to the lounge and given a glass of lovely iced tea. We were then taken to our room which was perfect. Beautiful bed with mosquito nets provided. Tea /coffee making facilities and a large bathroom. The gardens and pools were kept impeccable and no stone was left unturned at the lodge. After relaxing and having enjoyed afternoon tea in the evening we dined at the restaurant. The food was excellent and couldn't be faulted along with the friendly and very helpful staff.
The lodge is very well positioned a reasonable walk or taxi ride from Victoria Falls. I think we certainly got what we paid for with our choice of accommodation for staying in Victoria. It was so quiet all the time apart from the birds singing beautifully. I would totally recommend this place for a stay while visiting Victoria. I think it deserves 5* stars."

#pioneersvicfalls #5bubblereview #tripadvisor #whatourguestssay
We always love to see our guest reaction as they s We always love to see our guest reaction as they step through the gates of Pioneers. 
From outside you have no idea what to expect. 
From inside – it is a bit like walking into a story book…..The Secret Garden meets Alice in Wonderland (without white rabbits and flamingoes). 
Greenery, flowers, our resident ducks, wonderful birdlife.
And then there is the lodge. 
Light, space, and a feeling of a bygone era but with all the modern day comforts. 
We would love to know what your first impressions of Pioneers were – that feeling you got as you walked through the gate.
We like to keep you up to date with changes happen We like to keep you up to date with changes happening on the ground here to avoid any surprises. 
Effective beginning of January all transfers, activities and parks fees now incur a 15.5% VAT charge added on to them (they were previously exempt) as per the Ministry of Finance announcement. 
This will affect the cost of all activities, transfer and park entry fees so please be aware of that. This is beyond the control of the operators and service providers. 
The good news is all of our accommodation rates remain the same as accommodation rates have included VAT.
Out of New Years Resolution ideas? We have a few Out of New Years Resolution ideas? 
We have a few suggestions for you. 

In 2026 you should:
- travel to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 
- stay at Pioneers or Batonka
- see a sunrise or sunset on a cruise on the Zambezi
- find an elephant on a game drive in Zambezi National Park
- see the magnificent waterfall on foot and from the air in a helicopter. 
- try some local food
- experience Zimbabwean hospitality. 
- and consider a safari adventure in the gorgeous Hwange National Park. 
- leave a bit of your heart behind when you go home....and make a plan to vome back again in 2027. 

#newyearsresolution #zimbabwe #staywithus.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas, And a wond Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas,
And a wonderful New Year. 
May Santa bring you the gift of adventure and travel ....we look forward to seeing  you in 2026.
A quick look at the Main Falls. Lots of rain arou A quick look at the Main Falls. 
Lots of rain around so the river is on the rise.
Sit and have a listen to the power of the falling water. 
And start planning your trip. 

#victoriafallszimbabwe #mosioatunya #smokethatthunders #pioneersvicfalls
A celebration to end off a wonderful year. This w A celebration to end off a wonderful year. 
This week we had the opportunity to get the staff from both lodges and the admin office together for an evening of fun, food and laughter ( and  bit of dancing too). 
A giant THANK YOU to all for the hard work this year - teamwork really does make the dreamwork. 
And a special congratulations to those nominated fom Employee of the Year from each department. 
Thank you to our directors and GMs for wondeful evening. 
Looking forwards to 2026

Music : Celebration by Zac Nelson
Every afternoon, around 15h00/15h30, our guests ca Every afternoon, around 15h00/15h30, our guests can enjoy a  complimentary tea/coffee with cakes or teatime sandwiches. 
Set out below our beautiful @artist_nicolesanderson painting in the dining room, pop past and see if there is anything that takes your fancy. 
The gorgeous terrace, overlooking the gardens, is the perfect place to sit back and relax. 

#Pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #teatime #enjoy #hightea #localartist
We pride ourselves on going above and beyond with We pride ourselves on going above and beyond with service, so when we get reviews like this, we know we are getting it right. 

"3 Super Days at Pioneers
My husband and I rounded off a tour of South Africa with a 3 day visit to Victoria Falls. We are so glad that we stayed at Pioneers. Every aspect of our stay was top quality, but we would particularly like to mention the staff who were friendly, professional, caring and clearly hard working. Help with arranging a variety of activities was greatly appreciated. Without the assistance of the staff, we would not have had such a wide ranging and rewarding time. The grounds were delightful, well kept with some fragrant shrubs and two pristine pools, give or take the odd leaf or two. Our room was comfortable and perfect for our requirements and the mosquito nets were set up ready for us each evening. Great Margueritas. Two cool resident ducks. All good - and we will repeat - it's the staff who made our stay memorable. Thank you."

Are you ready for some Pioneers hospitality?

#Pioneers #victoriafalls #tripadvisor #5bubblereview
And here we have our October Employee of the Mont And  here we have our October Employee of the Month – Nomattter Moyo.
Nomatter is part of our F&B team, and those of you who have had met him will agree: He is always quick with a warm greeting, big smile and efficient service. You might arrive as a stranger, but he will make you feel like part of the family very quickly. 
Thanks Nomatter for all the hard work – and for the regular mentions on TripAdvisor. 

#employeeofthemonth #teamwork #ourteam #thanks #pioneersvicfalls
Holidays are often about adventure, excitement and Holidays are often about adventure, excitement and adrenaline. 
But they are also about relaxation, pampering and rejuvenation.
And here you can get the best of both worlds. 
Spend the day sightseeing and going on the wonderful activities in and around Vic Falls. 
And then come back and treat yourself to a spa treatment at the onsite spa at Pioneers. 
Lorraine and her team will look after you. 
If you would like to find out more about what treatments are on offer, or book an appointment before you arrive, get hold of our front of house team on reception@pioneersvicfalls.com and they will  assist you. 

#pioneersvicfalls #pioneers #treatyourself #restandrelaxation #exhale #spa #victoriafallszimbabwe
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