This expansion represents a defining step in the Viceroy brand evolution toward immersive, transformative travel experiences that connect guests to nature, culture, and adventure. The new lodges – Thorntree River Lodge in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia; Lolebezi in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia; and Atzaró Okavango Camp in the Okavango Delta, Botswana, each offer elevated accommodations and carefully curated experiences unique to their landscapes.
The lodges are managed by leading luxury safari operator, African Bush Camps. Founded by Zimbabwean guide Beks Ndlovu in 2006, African Bush Camps are characterised by a thoughtful, contemporary vernacular design, which blends seamlessly within the natural surroundings, to create retreats where luxury meets the raw beauty of Africa.
“Expanding into Africa is a defining milestone in Viceroy’s continued global growth,” commented Arash Azarbarzin, CEO of Viceroy Hotels & Residences. “Like all Viceroy Hotels, each African lodge is a gateway that connects you to the essence of the destination, its people, landscape, and culture. We’re inviting travellers to discover Africa in a way that truly moves them, where every moment offers depth, beauty, and a sense of wonder.”
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