I get to Livingstone very regularly (every month). The armchair is awesome, but check with a bone fide tour operator if the level is safe first. Don't trust unscrupulous off the street "guides". Royal livingstone is beuatiful, but expensive, try Zambezi Waterfront for sundowners. If you have time to travel out of town there is a much better croc farm 340 ks away at Siansowa, Lake kariba.
Livingstone is dusty and strange, the night life is poor. But the zambezi river makes up for everything. The falls were magical.
You can get cheap flights up from Johannesburg lots of places do package deals. Don't drink the tap water. Check out the croc farm. At low water the walk across the top of the falls is possible and there is a special pool there that you can swim in called the Devil's Armchair...right on the edge. Do that - around Christmas time when the water is low. Eat a funky munky pizza, drink at the Royal Livingstone at sunset and eat at Rite Pub and Grill if you're there on a Sunday.
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … It is a beautiful and peaceful oasis. We stayed for three days, just reading and relaxing before we even made our way to the falls.
Livingstone Backpackers in Livingstone … This hostel has just opened and everything is clean new and its super cheap. We thought the place was excellent and would not hesitate to recommend it. They have a cabanna bar, jacuzzi, and climbing wall. Great vibe by the swimming pool.
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … I stayed here for a month to kayak on the Zambezi and they were excellent!
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … AMAZING. It was so cheerful and the staff were so friendly and we loved it. We want to come back just for the free pancakes every day. Richard the owner was hilarious and they all made sure we got the best deals. You made our holiday!
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … Absolutely amazing — this is possibly the best hostel I've ever visited. The staff are friendly and organize anything you want, from bungee jumping (yes, 111 meters off the Vic Falls bridge seemed like a good idea from the comfort of the hostel) to elephant rides. The only very slight downside is that the top bunks beds are VERY high and don't have ladders, so if you're short, it's probably best to get a bottom bunk if possible! The lunch by the pool is highly recommended, as are the pancakes. In fact, everything there is highly recommended — you just have to go there!!!
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … A fantastic youth hostel, in a very nice area, with excellent and friendly staff. A very pleasant atmosphere. Definitely would recommend a stay here!
Ku-Omboka Backpackers Hostel & Guest House in Lusaka … this hostel is one of the best I have stayed in.
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … Check with the front desk when planning your days — they have some great deals.
Fawlty Towers in Livingstone … The best hostel - stay in the bunk beds! Hippos is amazing too :)
Jollyboys Backpackers in Livingstone … The hostel is very impressive. The lounge and pool are exceptionally pleasant and well cared for. The bathrooms are cleaned a few times per day. The hostel is situated in a prime location and security standards are very high. The food served here is good and the staff are friendly. People congregate here from around southern and central Africa. Having backpacked around the world for thirty years, this is truly one of my very favourite hostels.
Ku-Omboka Backpackers Hostel & Guest House in Lusaka … I have stayed in Ku'Omboka on numerous occasions and I can say that it is a great and safe place to stay -- very friendly, clean, and comfortable. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending it to anyone who is traveling to/through Lusaka. Owner and staff so friendly and helpful.
Jollyboys Backpackers in Livingstone … This is the place to stay in Livingstone.
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