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( 40167; 12 West Dr; campsite per person US$6, dm/d US$9/35; )
A perenni-
al favourite for backpackers, both the overland truck crowd and independent variety, who
are here for its laid-back ambience, swimming pool and social bar (things gets very rowdy
here on weekends). Rooms are a mix of dorms or privates, or pitch a tent. They also book
all activities.
Elephant Camp $$$
(
www.theelephantcamp.com
;
s/d full board US$350/700; )
One of the best spots
to splash out; the luxurious 'tents' have a classic lodge feel and are set on a private game
reserve looking out to the mopane woodland savannah. Each room has its own outdoor
private plunge pool and balcony decking to spot grazing animals or the spray of the falls.
You might get to meet Sylvester, the resident cheetah.
LUXURY LODGE
Victoria Falls Restcamp & Lodges $
( 40509;
www.vicfallsrestcamp.com
;
cnr Parkway & West Dr; campsite/dm/fitted
dome tents US$10/ 11/20, s/d chalets without bathroom US$25/34, cottages US$67;
)
A great alternative for budget travellers wanting to avoid the party atmosphere of other
backpackers. Rooms are basic no-frills lodge-style and tented camps. There's a lovely
pool and fantastic open-air restaurant, In Da Belly. Rooms are basic, but spotless.
CAMPSITE, LODGE
Victoria Falls Backpackers $
( 42209;
www.victoriafallsbackpackers.com
; 357 Gibson Rd; campsite per person
US$4, dm US$8, s/d without bathroom US$10/20; )
Slightly rough around the
edges, and a bit further away from the centre of town, it nevertheless remains a very good
choice for budget travellers wanting a more laid-back environment.
BACKPACKERS
Bengula Cottages $$
( 45945, 0778-173286;
www.bengulacottages.com/
; 645 Mahogany Rd; s/d/f low sea-
son US$60/100/ 120, high season $US100/160/220; )
In the leafy suburbs, these at-
tractive units are a solid midrange choice set around a shady pool with paper lanterns
strung up and a relaxed atmosphere. The communal kitchen comes well equipped.
GUESTHOUSE
