The thunder of the falling water and towering column of spray. The Victoria Falls offers an inescapable closeness to the natural elements and it is this true grandeur that lends a backdrop to the regal David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa, located in Zambia on the mighty Zambezi River a short distance from one of the most impressive waterfalls in the world.

The Lodge offers visitors a restaurant, bar and conference facilities, suitable to cater for large groups, with a variety of safari excursions and activities in and around the falls.

David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa consists of 77 rooms, all en-suite, of which 5 are suites and 2 rooms accommodate the disabled comfortably. Most rooms look out over the Mighty Zambezi and a leisurely sun downer can be enjoyed from your private balcony. Room features include:

• Colour, remote control televisions with access to satellite channels
• Radio, alarm clocks and hairdryers
• 24 hour room service, wake-up calls and a laundry service are provided
• Mini bar and Coffee / Tea station
• Telephones, Internet & Email and Air Conditioning
• Separate bath and shower.

David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa is an exclusive lodge offering world class facilities for guest enjoyment. Some of these include:

• 24 hour Reception services
• Ample free car parking
• Baby sitting services
• Curio & Gift Shops in the area
• Disabled facilities
• Shuttle service
• Internet Facilities available - wireless
• Nature Centre with resident Guide
• Health and Beauty Spa
• Swimming Pool
• Lady Livingstone 144 seater river cruiser.

David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa offers accommodation options that include complimentary breakfast, as well as breakfast and dinner. Your dining options at the lodge include:

The Pool Deck, Gwembe Terrace: The deck area downstairs on the river and around the pool offers a true gastronomic experience. A relaxed and casual meeting place, where guests are encouraged to sit back and watch the magnificent African sunset while sipping cocktails and nibbling on local offerings.

Kalai Restaurant: Situated in the main lodge, Kalai promises contemporary meals in a traditional setting. Offerings range from succulent and traditional delicacies and mouth watering afro-arabian fusion dishes.

The style of cuisine offered here is fresh flavoured, aromatic and healthy where guests are presented with an exciting interactive buffet by friendly and attentive chefs.

Kalai offers a culturally inspiring setting, which invites guests to immerse themselves

The Lady Livingstone: Lavishly decked out with every thought to a guest's personal comfort, the Lady Livingstone is a one hundred and forty four seater, three-decker river cruiser designed to accommodate groups and individuals. The lower deck accommodates 92 people, middle deck accommodates 40 people and the upper exclusive deck accommodates 12

Livingstone is named for missionary and explorer David Livingstone. The main street of this quaint colonial town is the important Mosi-oa-Tunya Road, sections of which are lined with classic colonial buildings. These Victorian tin roofed houses with wooden verandas, many of which are decaying, are a typical example of the English settler architecture.

The spectacular Victoria Falls Bridge, which is only about 10km away from Livingstone, was completed in 1905 and settlers moved in to the higher ground at Livingstone to try and escape Malaria.

Livingstone became the capital of Northern Rhodesia in 1911, but the capital was moved to Lusaka in 1935. Livingstone then returned to being a lazy, quiet little town with much charm. It still is, despite the general air of neglect.

David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa, and the Greater Victoria and Livingstone area is a hive of activity throughout the year. Whether you're the adventurous type, a nature lover or prefer to sunbath at the pool with a book, the Lodge caters for your every need.

Some of the activities offered at the Lodge and surrounding areas include:

• Camelot Spa at the Lodge
• Adventure activities such as bungee jumping, sky diving, white water rafting, abseiling
• Craft markets and a myriad of dining venues
• Guided trips to Victoria Falls
• Sunset cruises on the Zambezi
• Elephant back safaris
• Game drives and nature walks
• Bird Watching
• Fishing for the elusive tiger fish
• Walk with the Lions - Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
• Helicopter and Microlight flights
• Horse Riding
• Canoeing Safaris
• Victoria Falls Steam Train
• Visit to Livingstone Island.

David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa features conference facilities suitable for both small and large groups, with a variety of safari excursions and activities in and around the falls.

For example, why not treat your guests to a cruise aboard the 144 seater Lady Livingstone river cruiser, enabling them to experience Africa in unique style on the Zambezi River?

For when business is a priority over pleasure, and you need to be in touch with the outside world, the Lodge offers wireless Internet connectivity.

Rates are on a per person per night basis and exclude 10% service fees for meals / beverages not included in the accommodation package, USD 10.00 per person ZAWA park levy payable on arrival and any variable government taxes or levies not specified above

Please enquire about the Lodge's special World Cup rates and packages which apply to the period 1 June - 15 July 2010.