Hornbill Lodge

Kariba · Zimbabwe

An intimate boutique lodge with panoramic views of Lake Kariba

Sit back and watch the sunrise over the lake from the comfort of your bed, under the shade of indigenous trees, with personalised service throughout your stay.

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Welcome to Hornbill Lodge

A wonderful place to soak up the lake and simply relax

Hornbill Lodge offers beautiful accommodation in Kariba town, situated at the top of Mica Point above the shores of Lake Kariba. Relax under the shade of the indigenous trees in the lush garden, all the while receiving personalised service.

Small and intimate, the lodge offers very comfortable accommodation for a maximum of 13 people in five individual rooms. A large central chalet houses the bar, lounge and dining area.

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Thatched room with four-poster bed and mosquito net
Pool deck at dusk overlooking Lake Kariba

Panoramic Lake Views

Perched atop Mica Point, every corner of the lodge looks out over the shimmering waters of Lake Kariba.

Just Five Rooms

Small and intimate, we host a maximum of 13 guests across five individual thatched rooms.

Personalised Service

Warm, friendly staff, home-cooked meals and complimentary laundry make every stay effortless.

The Perfect Stop

3km from the Zambian border, 20 minutes from Kariba Airport and a short drive to most harbours.

Sundowners on the pool deck overlooking Lake Kariba

“We don't have traffic jams, we have elephant jams”

Set within a national park on the shores of Lake Kariba, wildlife roams freely and the sunsets are legendary. Fishing, boat cruises and game drives are all a short trip away.

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Guest Reviews

Kind words from our guests

Rated five out of five stars

As reviewed by travellers on TripAdvisor

Hornbill Lodge was an absolute delight. Kind, friendly and very helpful staff. The food was fresh and delicious and the accommodation immaculately clean. We will be back!
TripAdvisor guest review
Breathtaking views over Lake Kariba and the most relaxing few days. Sunny and her team could not have been more welcoming — it truly felt like home.
TripAdvisor guest review
A hidden gem in Kariba. Beautifully designed open-front rooms, wonderful home-cooked meals and genuinely personal hospitality from start to finish.
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