Stories · Our Roots

Our origins, the people, the legends. 

A collection of
our stories.

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The Albida tree

The tree that enriches the soil beneath its canopy.

We're often asked why we named our lodge after a tree. Was it just a random decision aimed at claiming top spot on Google searches? Most definitely not. The Albida tree offers a fascinating story.

Like the Albida tree, the lodge enriches what rests beneath its canopy. It is a place to land. To slow down. To reconnect with the rhythm of the land.
Our philosophy
A possible itinerary

The Albida Journey: A seamless simplicity

Your journey begins the moment you land at Victoria Falls International Airport. Private transfers, a dedicated butler service and an all-inclusive stay begins.

Our stories

Stories from
beneath the canopy.

The Albida tree

The tree that enriches the soil beneath its canopy.

We're often asked why we named our lodge after a tree. Was it just a random decision aimed at claiming top spot on Google searches? Most definitely not. The Albida tree offers a fascinating story.

A possible itinerary

The Albida Journey: A seamless simplicity

Your journey begins the moment you land at Victoria Falls International Airport. Private transfers, a dedicated butler service and an all-inclusive stay begins.

Our people

Gerald's Journey

The man tasked with heading up Albida – Victoria Falls is manager Gerald Kapesa. Gerald's hospitality background is a rich one; from Zambia to the Seychelles, Dubai, Ghana, Namibia and South Africa.

Our origins

Albida – Victoria Falls - how it all began

How do you build alongside one of the world's most extraordinary natural wonders, without competing with it? The answer became a lodge of just 13 villas.

Preserving what matters

Honouring the past - our reclamation story

One of the central tenets of Albida is a genuine commitment to look after our environment. That means many things, including our obsession with reclaiming valuable resources as we build, rebuild and grow.

The heart of Albida - Victoria Falls

A most excellent team

The team tasked with making Albida – Victoria Falls a success is small, committed, tightly-woven and determined to offer the best service and make every stay as seamless as possible.

Rooted in Africa

An African culinary story

The Albida – Victoria Falls dining story draws strongly on its African context – embracing local produce, celebrating the abundant Zambezi River and building on a rich culinary history.

Steeped in heritage

Tanganda - our favourite

Tea, as any Zimbabwean will tell you, has a very special place in our hearts. From rural villages near Victoria Falls to townhouses in Harare and farms in the Eastern Highlands, tea is always brewing. It's the Zimbabwean way.

Frequently asked questions

Albida - Victoria Falls frequently asked questions

We've gathered the details you need to make things simple, so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying the experience.

Signature experiences

Our all-inclusive experiences

From river cruises to safari drives, the following specially selected experiences are included in your stay. Additional experiences are available at an extra cost.

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You're supporting

Community.
Conservation.
Sustainability.

A portion of every Albida stay supports partners working across Victoria Falls. These are some of the organisations we're proud to walk alongside.
ATTA
ATTA
African Travel and Tourism Association is a prominent member-driven trade association that promotes tourism to Africa from all corners of the world.
Africa's Eden
Africa's Eden

Africa’s Eden is a unique regional tourism association uniting Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

USTOA
USTOA

United States Tour Operators Association is a professional trade association representing the leading tour operators in the United States.

Wildlife Conservation Coalition
Wildlife Conservation Coalition

The Wildlife Conservation Coalition (WCC) is a private voluntary organisation dedicated to wildlife protection and conservation.

Stay in touch

Letters from
the canopy.

Occasional, considered notes from Albida - new seasons, quiet stories, availability that we hold for those who write to us.