Home from Home on the Zambezi

A wonderful hidden gem and stylish self-catering house close to Victoria Falls for do-it-yourself guests. Our fully-equipped Forest Kitchen makes it easy for family stays and self-drive guests, so you can relax and make yourself at home!

Choosing to have a Livingstone self-catering house is a fantastic way to enjoy a well-earned break away from the grind of day-to-day life, without having to give up all of those home comforts you have grown to love. Enjoy the freedom to cook any meal you like in your very own kitchen, at any time of the day - it also ensures that you can keep to the same routine you would keep to at home, ideal for families travelling with kids. Chundu Cottage offers ample space to relax and explore, with plenty of communal living and dining space for special family time, which is exactly what a holiday with your loved ones should be all about.

On-Site Facilities!

The Forest Kitchen is fully equipped kitchen with a gas stove and oven, deep freeze, fridge and a separate scullery with double sinks

Coffee Bar, complete with a selection of our famous home-made cookies

Multiple Dining Areas - Inside & Outside

BBQ Facilities 

Private Swimming Pool

Daily Housekeeping Service for 2 hours

2024 Self-Catering Rates

Low Season Offer

01 Jan – 31 March 2024

01 Nov– 19 Dec 2024

US$ 300.00 per night for up to six guests

High Season Offer

01 April – 31 Oct 2024

20-31 December 2024

US$ 450.00 per night for up to six guests

Terms & Conditions Apply.

Additional Info

  • There is a lot to do and see in and around Livingstone and Victoria Falls and we highly recommend that guests utilise our exclusive Victoria Falls Day Trip in order to do some additional activities. Some experiences are seasonal and water-level dependent, others have limited availability and require advance booking. Our team is on standby to guide you and assist with all activity arrangements in advance of your stay.

  • Our Restaurant caters solely for private guests staying at Chundukwa River Lodge on a Fully-Inclusive Basis - therefore meals are not available if you are self-catering. We are happy to recommend local restaurants and places to enjoy in and around Livingstone and make reservations for you!

  • Zambia’s unit of currency is the Kwacha and is required for things such as shopping in the local supermarkets, pharmacies and restaurants, but credit and debit cards, including International Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted. There is a Shoprite Supermarket in Livingstone, ideal for all your shopping requirements!

    The South African Rand, the US Dollar, British Pound and the Euro are also widely accepted as payment in hotels, by taxis and by curio market vendors. Bureaux de Change and ATM machines are readily available in all the towns. Banks do not accept US Dollars printed in 2006 or before.

  • Laundry is not included in a self-catering stay, but it is available at USD $20.00 per load.

  • Our Check-In Time is anytime from 13h30 and Check-Out Time at 10h30.