Fodor's Expert Review Victoria Falls River Lodge

This exclusive tented lodge is a relative newcomer to the area, having opened its doors in late 2012, but it has established itself as one of the most reputed luxury accommodations on this side of the river. With suites dotted along the riverbank, it's also one of the only private concessions within Zambezi National Park, just four miles upstream from the Falls---close enough to see the spray from your spacious private deck. There's good game viewing to be had both on the river and in the park's hinterland, and the open-air "starbed" treehouse suites are a particularly special way to enjoy the Zambezi nights.