Shearwater Explorers Village - Zimbabwe

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Adventure is central to a stay in Victoria Falls, but the destination also leaves room for wildlife, culture and relaxed evenings. This Zimbabwe holiday package combines return flights from South Africa, airport transfers, accommodation and selected meals, providing a convenient base for visiting the Falls, cruising the Zambezi River and choosing from the area’s many outdoor experiences.

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Property Overview

Shearwater Explorers Village is a centrally located lodge set around gardens, communal areas and views towards undeveloped African bush. The property has 96 rooms, divided between standard and deluxe accommodation, along with serviced tents and camping facilities. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, an open-air restaurant and bar, an activity centre and nearby spa services. A neighbouring waterhole attracts wildlife, while craft markets, restaurants and entertainment areas are close enough to reach on foot.

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Distance from Victoria Falls National Park

The lodge is approximately 400 metres from Victoria Falls, placing the entrance area within comfortable walking distance.

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Distance from Airport

Victoria Falls Airport is approximately 21 kilometres by road from Shearwater Explorers Village. The drive generally takes around 20 to 30 minutes.

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Rooms

The accommodation includes 54 deluxe rooms rated at four-star level and 42 standard rooms rated at three-star level. Both room types offer twin or king-size bedding, air conditioning, mosquito nets, en-suite bathrooms and furnished outdoor patios. Wi-Fi, safes, tea and coffee facilities, USB charging points, daily housekeeping and evening turndown service are also included. Deluxe rooms provide a more spacious and refined setting, while serviced tents and camping areas offer alternative ways to stay.

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Food & Drink

The open-air restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, lighter meals and dinner in a relaxed communal setting overlooking the surrounding gardens and bush. Menus combine Zimbabwean flavours with international favourites, using regional ingredients across meat, fish, vegetarian and plant-based dishes. Breakfast includes a continental selection, with additional cooked choices available. The adjoining bar serves drinks and cocktails, providing an informal meeting place before or after activities around Victoria Falls.

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Experiences & Activities

An on-site activity centre helps guests arrange Victoria Falls experiences without having to coordinate with several separate operators. Available options include guided visits to the Falls, Zambezi River cruises, helicopter flights, safaris, cultural tours and bridge activities. More adventurous travellers can consider white-water rafting, bungee jumping, gorge swings and ziplining. Theatre performances, wildlife encounters and excursions into the surrounding region provide alternatives for guests seeking less physically demanding days.

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SPA & Wellness

Essential Beauty Spa is located approximately 200 metres from the lodge within Elephants Walk Shopping & Artist Village. Guests can arrange beauty and wellness treatments there after a day of sightseeing or adventure activities. At the property itself, the outdoor swimming pool provides the main space for cooling down and relaxing between excursions. The surrounding gardens, lounge areas and open views towards the bush create additional places for quieter downtime.