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Our Opinion
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The Stanley and Livingstone is steeped in history. As its name suggests, the Stanley and Livingstone is named after two famous men; the explorer, David Livingstone and the English reporter, Henry Stanley.
Experience luxury and hospitality that only The Stanley and Livingstone at Victoria Falls can offer. This is a hotel for the discerning traveller seeking true grace and style. Stay in one of the exquisitely decorated suites, dine on sumptuous cuisine and indulge in any of the many exciting activities on offer.
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Summary
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HISTORY
Millions of years ago, a mighty curtain of water eroded away a series of gorges along what was to be named the Zambezi River. It was not until 1855 however, when the missionary and explorer, David Livingstone, on his quest to find a route across Africa, encountered the most magnificent waterfall that he had ‘ever laid eyes upon’. He named it after his queen, Victoria.
In the fourteen years following this exciting discovery, Livingstone endured many life-threatening hardships in the course of his exploration. In 1871, the English reporter Henry Stanley was sent by the New York Herald specifically to find Livingstone as he had not been heard of for two years. On finally locating him in the Victoria Falls region, Stanley greeted Livingstone with the now–famous words, “Dr Livingstone, I presume?”
The two struck up a friendship which lasted long after Stanley elected to return to England in 1872, having failed to persuade the intrepid missionary to accompany him. Dr David Livingstone died on 1 May 1873, aged 60. He had travelled some 50 000 kilometres in Africa, adding a considerable area to the known portion of the globe and in so doing, became recognised as a legendary explorer in South and Central Africa.
The Stanley and Livingstone at Victoria Falls is named after these two men whose pioneering spirit lives on in the region.
ABOUT VICTORIA FALLS
Dubbed ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, the Victoria Falls are a spectacular sight to behold, especially when in full flood and more than 500 000 cubic metres of water are cascading over the edge every minute.
Created by volcanic activity, erosion and the course of the mighty Zambezi River, the spectacular Victoria Falls has captured the hearts, minds and spirits of people everywhere. It was the explorer, David Livingstone who named the Falls after his Queen.
Zimbabwe’s national parks have maintained the Falls and the surrounding rainforest virtually as they were when Livingstone first saw them almost 140 years ago. The Falls and the surrounding rainforest are preserved as a 23.4 kilometre National Park and form one of Zimbabwe’s four World Heritage sites.
The sight of millions of gallons of turbulent water cascading over a sheer precipice into a narrow gorge a hundred metres below is a sight not easily forgotten. Considered the largest curtain of falling water in the world, the magnificent Victoria Falls draws visitors from all over the world. The Falls at its widest is more than one and a half kilometres and at its narrowest point sixty metres. The height of the various falls ranges between 100 and 116 metres.
Victoria Falls Town
The Stanley and Livingstone is located just outside the Victoria Falls Town in Zimbabwe, Southern Africa.
The quaint Victoria Falls town - just minutes away from the Falls, and on the outskirts of the game-rich Zambezi National Park - is a bustling hive of activity, with all the amenities and shops necessary to act as a base for exploring the region.
SWIMMING POOL & RECREATION AREA
Soak up the sun in luxury just metres from the African bush. Relax alongside the sparkling swimming pool or take a stroll in the tranquil gardens. Order cocktails from the pool bar whilst watching elephants, kudu and waterbuck at the waterhole just 25 metres away.
DINING AREA & WINE CELLAR
Enjoy sumptuous meals and delectable cuisine in the elegantly furnished dining room, prepared by the chef. Sample fine wines direct from our richly stocked wine cellar – a connoisseur’s delight, with South African and French as well as fragrant, locally produced Chardonnay.
ADVENTURE DISCOVERIES
Shearwater Adventures offers the following activities which can all be booked at the Hotel Front Desk.
Elephant Back Safaris
The Elephant Company operates on the Nakavango Estate and offers you the opportunity to experience these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Guests can even enjoy game-drives by elephant.
Helicopter Trips
See the Falls from the air whilst enjoying our popular “Flight of Angels”. A 15-minute flight by helicopter gives you a unique and unrivalled perspective of the Falls.
White Water Rafting
The Zambezi River is regarding by some as the best white water rafting river in the world. Choose from one-day and overnight trips. The new and exhilarating sport of riverboarding is now also available.
Jetboating
The latest in adrenalin-pumping adventure to reach the Zambezi. Speed up the River, through narrow gorges and over rapids to come face-to-face with the awe-inspiring Falls, from a completely unique angle.
Bungi Jumping
Leap off the Victoria Falls Bridge and plunge 111 metres into the gorge below. The famous bridge spans the countries of Zimbabwe and Zambia, and has a backdrop of the awesome Falls.
Ra Ikane Sundowner Cruises
Ra Ikane offers sundowner cruises down the Zambezi River on their small luxurious cruise boat. Sip cocktails and watch the sun set, whilst drifting past hippos and crocodiles lazing in the shallows.
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Swimming Pool |
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Main Hotel Lounge |
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Wine Cellar |
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Bar |
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Walking With Lions |
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Nakavango lake |
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Zambezi Sunset |
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Conference Room |
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