Private Pools, Wildlife Adventures and Victoria Falls: Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Enhances its Signature Safari Offering
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Nestled within 4,500 hectares protected wilderness in the Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve, Anantara Stanley & Livingstone Hotel has long offered a rare combination of safari adventure, intimate luxury and privileged access to one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Just minutes from Victoria Falls and paired with expertly guided game drives, the boutique retreat now unveils two new Pool Suites and a tranquil Spa Gazebo, creating even more opportunities for guests to immerse themselves in the African bush while enjoying contemporary luxury in private hideaways.
The Addition of Pools
Set at either end of the lodge for enhanced seclusion, the two Pool Suites introduce a new accommodation category with direct access to the reserve. Each suite opens through wide glass doors onto a private veranda, where a new pool offers a refreshing place to return to between safari experiences. Framed by verdant grounds alive with birdlife, the setting allows guests to observe elephants, rhino and antelope wandering through the reserve. The occasional cheetah sighting adds to the sense of wild theatre.
The addition of the pools transforms these rooms into the hotel’s most elevated suite category. The spacious retreats are ideal for solo travellers, honeymooners, and nature lovers. Guests can revel in the privacy of their suite throughout the day, with the option to arrange food and beverage service directly from 1871 Restaurant for laidback dining on their private terrace.
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Wellness in the Wild
The new Spa Gazebo introduces a dedicated wellness space within the gardens. Nestled close to the pool and shaded by mature trees, the glass doors frame views of the protected landscape and welcomes the birdsong and scents of the natural world inside. The design draws inspiration from Zimbabwean design traditions, with natural textures and thatch detailing that echo the encompassing terrain.
Inside, two treatment beds and private shower facilities allow couples, friends, or family members to enjoy treatments together. Signature rituals use products from TheraNaka, a premium South African brand known for its ethical, cruelty-free, and community-uplifting practices. The Spa Gazebo is also open to visitors in Victoria Falls seeking a refined massage in a serene and green setting.
The additions further enhance a guest journey that combines two of Africa's most sought-after experiences in one destination. Days begin with expertly guided game drives through the private reserve in search of wildlife while walking safaris offer a deeper connection to the landscape and its biodiversity. Guests can also participate in a meaningful rhino conservation experience before enjoying a memorable bush dinner beneath the stars. Beyond the reserve, the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls lies just minutes away, where guided explorations reveal the geological drama, cultural significance and breathtaking beauty of this natural wonder. Together, these experiences position Anantara Stanley & Livingstone as one of Southern Africa's most compelling boutique safari retreats, seamlessly blending adventure, wellness and luxury in the heart of the wilderness.
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