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Victoria Falls Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Victoria Falls in Victoria Falls

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Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe
Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe
Double Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
357 Gibson Road, Victoria Falls
  • Victoria Falls National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Devil's Pool
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls Bridge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Victoria Falls (VFA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Standard Tent, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Double Ensuite Room

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe

Mixed Dorm 3

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe

Twin Ensuite Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Victoria Falls

In Victoria Falls .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Victoria Falls hostel, you'll find Victoria Falls National Park and Victoria Falls. Zambezi National Park and David Livingstone Statue are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Falls National Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Devil's Pool - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Victoria Falls Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Victoria Falls Field Museum - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Maramba Cultural Museum - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Falls (VFA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Munali Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Boma - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rainforest Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Victoria Falls Backpackers

Hostel near Victoria Falls in Victoria Falls
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Victoria Falls Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victoria Falls hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Victoria Falls Backpackers offers 10 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 10 for adults and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.00 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 10 for adults, and USD 4 to 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property only accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Victoria Falls Backpackers Lodge
Backpackers Lodge
Victoria Falls Backpackers
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hotel Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Victoria Falls Backpackers to the airport?

Victoria Falls Backpackers is 12.9 mi (40-min drive) away from the Livingstone (LVI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victoria Falls Backpackers on Jul 1, 2025 start from $50.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Victoria Falls Backpackers offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 15 per person, one-way.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Victoria Falls Backpackers, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 4 and 10 for adults, USD 4 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Victoria Falls Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a pool?

Victoria Falls Backpackers features an outdoor pool.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a restaurant?

Victoria Falls Backpackers is home to Bush Café, which features international cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does Victoria Falls Backpackers have a spa?

This hostel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is Victoria Falls Backpackers to downtown Victoria Falls?

Victoria Falls Backpackers is 0.9 mi away from Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SUNGHYUN

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked the typical colonial style camping atmosphere. The staff were attentive as possible and always helpful, polite and friendly, particularly the manager & chef.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A jewel in Victoria Falls

It was awesome. They are doing a great job, from Enochs pick up at the airport, smiling and on time, to Blessing and Olli's continued help and professionalism at the front desk. Also the staff do a fantastic job keeping the place sparkling clean which can be hard to do in a hostel! We were very happy there and can recommend it wholeheartedly!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and facilities! Great customer service too. Bring drinking water though - or be prepared to boil it all and drop a chlorine tablet in
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setting, very friendly competent staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff that organized all my transfers and activities, easy to meet people but still have privacy...nice pool area and good breakfast. Walk to town about 2km, so not that far and there is a shop 1km away too for basics. Worked out better to pre book a pickup from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice affordable place to stay

We had a wonderful time in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and enjoyed our stay at the Victoria Falls backpackers lodge. They picked us up just like we scheduled and we felt very comfortable in their peaceful grounds and rustic rooms. Their outside pool and patio is very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very unique stay, enjoyed the ambiance of this hostel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Janet, Strathroy, Ontario Canada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very enjoyable. Customer service was really good as most our excursions were booked through hostel...we had everything booked prior to arrival. Buying groceries was not easy and they really get you on exchange for credit card (US cash not accepted). Pool was very refreshing as the 38 degree temp and no A/C was tough on us older folks and we finally caved after 3 nights and got a room with AC. I would of liked filter coffee just to get my day going. Overall if you are into hostels I would recommend this Backpackers
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, clean rooms, friendly staff in a pleasant quiet location on reasonable walking distance from the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beware of booking transportation with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

GM, Afghanistan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as advertised and they all have good hospitality. I enjoyed the fish massage and swimming pool where l had a chance to learn how to swim😁.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

CoachJan, Honolulu, Hawaii

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was evident that management really cared about the experience their guests would have. No matter how busy, they were cheerful, helpful and always took time to answer questions as well as provide information and help arrange activities in the area. The whimsical touches throughout the property were delightful. It was easy to meet and have conversations with other guests which resulted in several activities we felt lucky to hear about and participate in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good cheap place,mostly young backpackers.iwas the only older person I saw,. The staff were friendly and helpful. and the place is charming.and very colorful and pre try.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. The chef was especially great :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019