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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

While our gardens are home to a great variety of b While our gardens are home to a great variety of bird life, our resident Fulvous whistling ducks might be the most famous and most photographed of them all. 

Some fun facts about these pretty little virds:
🦆despite being called a duck, they are more closely related to swans and geese. 
🦆in flight they flap their wings more slowly than other duck species, and they let their feet dangle rather than tucking them in. 
🦆they are one of the most widely distributed waterfowl on earth. 
🦆 they make a very sweet whistling sound.

If you have already stayed with us, did you take a picture of these ducks? 

#pioneers #whistlingducks #birdlife
From moment you enter through our gates, prepare t From moment you enter through our gates, prepare to be transported to an oasis of calm and greenery. 
From outside our wall it is hard to imagine what you are walking into - so much space, light, and comfort. 

Those of you who have stayed with us tell us what your first impression of Pioneers was. We would love to know.

Those of you who are still to come stay with us, we look forward to welcoming you to our  lovely lodge. 

#pioneers #victoriafallszimbabwe #secretgarden  #whatsbehindthewall
For many of our visitors, Victoria Falls forms par For many of our visitors, Victoria Falls forms part of a bigger safari trip. There is always the hope of heading home having seen the Big 5 ( lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. 
But do you know they are not the only 5? 
There is the "Small 5" -  made up of the buffalo weaver, rhino beetle, elephant shrew, ant-lion and leopard tortoise. 
And there is the "Ugly 5". 
Other than the warthog ( pictured here in Zambezi National park), do you know what the other 4 animals are? Let us know in the comments. 

We say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and some of our favourites are part of this group. 

What animal or bird is one you would love to see? 
Mine is pangolin.......

#safari #bigfive #uglyfive #littlefive #safaribucketlist
Planning a trip to our part of the world? We thin Planning a trip to our part of the world? 
We think Pioneers should be your choice of places to stay in Victoria Fall. 
But don't take our word for it....have a look at this #5bubblereview  of #TripAdvisor  and get it straight from guests who have loved their time with us.

"Absolutely Fantastic Experience
I cannot say enough good things about this place. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating and made us feel right at home. The grounds were clean and very nice and the food was some of the best food I had on the entire trip. We stopped here after South Africa and I have to say the food at this place was better than anything we ate in South Africa (and their food was already really good). If we ever go back, I wouldn’t think of staying anywhere else."

Come see for yourselves. 

#pioneersvicfalls #victoriafallszimbabwe #staywithus
The work never stops. Our night time lawnmower are The work never stops. Our night time lawnmower are currently hard at work in the car park. 

We generally suggest our guests use taxis in the early morning and evenings....and this is why. We regularly get elephant, buffalo and the occasional hippo walking through the residential area. All are 100% wild and should be treated as such. 
And we never get tired of seeing sights like this. 

Thanks to Claire Ballantyne for capturing this this evening as she drove past. 

#urbanwildlife #buffalo #victoriafallszimbabwe
Pancakes for breakfast? Why not.....you are on hol Pancakes for breakfast? Why not.....you are on holiday 🙂!

A day of sight-seeing and adventuring ( and relaxing) requires adequate fueling up in the morning. Our breakfast offers something for everyone. 
Fruits, cereals, cheeses, cold meats  and pastries - all served buffet style. Then hot plated made to order. 
Enjoy it all with a fruit juice, filter coffee, cup of tea or some refreshing water. 

Memories are made on full tummies. 

#pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #breakfast #fulltummy
Congratulations to our July Employee of the Month Congratulations to our July Employee of the Month - Sam Phiri. 

Sam is a valued member of our F&B team. He is always quick with a suggestion, a smile, or simply checking to see how your day has been. He is a team player, and is always ready to help where he is needed. 

Thank you Sam for great service and being such a wonderful member of the Pioneers team. 

#pioneers #employeeofthemonth #teamplayer
We love the big water feature that this part of th We love the big water feature that this part of the world is known for......but there is so much to see and do here. 
Adventures,
Sightseeing, 
Quiet moments,
Incredible wildlife and birds,
Even more incredible people,
Come see fir yourself 

#pioneersvicfalls #batonka #victoriafallszimbabwe #comeseeforyourself
Our green oasis after ( or before) a dry and dusty Our green oasis after ( or before) a dry and dusty safari. 
We hope you find our gardens at Pioneers as gorgeous and relaxing as we do. 

#pioneers
#pioneersvicfalls #gardenoasis #relax #oasis
"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." — A "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." — Audrey Hepburn

The 1st of September officially marks the first day of Spring ( the meterological first day) for us in this part of the world. 
So Happy Spring everyone. 

Those of you on the other side of the world, there us still time to book a spring or summer holiday in Zimbabwe. 

#pioneers
#Spring
#happyspring
We never take for granted how lucky we are to be i We never take for granted how lucky we are to be in a place where scenes like this are a regular occurrence. 
Today's traffic on the road heading towards the Falls car park. Bet you can tell who has right of way 😀. 

#victoriafallszimbabwe
#howluckyarewe❤️
#ourtrafficjams 
#elephant
Our June Employee of the Month - Lucia Sibanda. L Our June Employee of the Month - Lucia Sibanda.

Lucia is a very valuable part of our housekeeping team. Her attention to cleanliness, the speed that she works, and her all round positive attitude is noticed by all around her. 

Thank you Lucia for always giving your best. 

We are a bit late with posting but catching up 😄

#employeeofthemonth #hardwork #teamwork
Today is World Elephant Day. A day that celebrate Today is World Elephant Day. 
A day that celebrates these incredible mammals. 
And raises awareness about protecting habitat, stopping illegal ivory trade, stops abuse, and supports organisation's that support them. 

We are lucky enough to see them on a regular basis ( they are often the cause of a traffic jam or two in Victoria Falls). 
We are also lucky enough to to have organisation's like @connected.conservation , @victoriafallsantipoachingunit , and @victoriafallswildlifetrust here to educate, assist, and minimize human wildlife conflict. 

It never gets old seeing an elephant walking down the road.
"And the secret garden bloomed and bloomed and eve "And the secret garden bloomed and bloomed and every morning revealed new miracles." - The Secret Garden

Each time we walk around our gardens at the lodge, we notice new things. 
What was your favourite parts.....birds or butterflies or ducks or flowers or......? 

#pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #gardenoasis
It always makes our day when we get to read our gu It always makes our day when we get to read our guest reviews...like this #5bubblereview  on ##TripAdvisor 

A great base in Vic Falls
I stayed at Pioneers Victoria Falls recently and have no hesitation in recommending this small lodge-styled hotel. The ambience is relaxed and casual, the architecture draws on the early colonial residential style of low-pitched roofs and wide verandas, décor is stylish and colorful, but the real charm is the gardens at the heart of the property, featuring two swimming pools, around which the comfortable rooms are arranged. An easy half hour to slow hour’s walk from town, the location is suburban, and far enough from the Falls that the beat of the sight-seeing helicopters is distant and not an annoyance. Meals are well prepared and presented, with plenty of choice available. There is an exclusive, private feel to this property – a great base from which to explore the Falls, or to rest and refresh before the next leg of an itinerary.

#pioneersvicfalls #pioneers #guestreview
Our May Employee of the month is Precious Mashing Our May Employee of the month  is Precious Mashingauta.  This is not the first time that Precious has taken taken this honour. 
Her big welcoming smile, her attention to detail ,and the way she is always eager to offer assistance and advice, is constant.  Thank you Precious for always giving your all ( and sorry for the delayed post) 

#pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #employeeofthemonth
Help us congratulate our April ( we know it is Jun Help us congratulate our April ( we know it is June....life has been a little crazy) Employee of the Month: Ndaba Ndlovu

Ndaba is part of our kitchen team - so, while you might not see him around the lodge, he plays an important role behind the scenes. 
Thank you Ndaba for your continuous hard work and being such a great team player. 

#pioneers #teamworkmakesthedreamwork  #appreciationpost #employeeofthemonth
Never a dull moment in Victoria Falls... This litt Never a dull moment in Victoria Falls...
This little family of mongooses ( yes...the plural is mongooses and not mongeese...although mongeese is acceptable) kept us entertained while we were at the ATM today. 
It's not unusual to see mongooses,  baboons and warthogs when walking in town ( and elephants and buffalo on the roads) here. It is important to remember that these are all wild animals and should be treated as such. Keep a sensible distance, don't feed them or attempt to pat them, and ( most importantly) take a moment to watch their antics. 

#wildlife #urbanwildlife #victoriafallszimbabwe #funny #wildafrica
Holidays are about relaxing and destressing just a Holidays are about relaxing and destressing just as much as they are about  adventure and new experiences. 
Our on site spa, Ukuthula ( Peace), is the perfect spot to sit back and relax, and have a massage, manicure or pedicure. 
Spoil yourself. You deserve it. 
Our front of house can assist you with booking your treatments. 

#pioneers #pioneersvicfalls #spa #relax
Happy Africa Day from the place we are lucky enoug Happy Africa Day from the place we are lucky enough to call home. 

Our little teapot shaped country is one of many that make up this beautiful continent. 
And we would love to share it with you. Come visit us in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and feel the spirit of Africa. 
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