Owner-operated · Matobo Hills, Zimbabwe
Matobo Hills Lodge
Seventeen chalets inside UNESCO Matobo National Park — the only lodge physically within the park. Family-owned, owner-operated. Rhino tracking on foot.
Seventeen chalets inside Matobo National Park
The only lodge physically located within Zimbabwe’s UNESCO-listed Matobo Hills. Family-owned and owner-operated. Fifty-five minutes from Bulawayo. Rhino tracking on foot with expert guides. Ancient San rock art in the caves above the lodge. The grave of Cecil Rhodes a short drive away.
The Property
- 17 chalets, each with private veranda overlooking the granite
- Full-board, half-board and all-inclusive rate options
- Infinity pool, bar, dining room, firepit
- Ranger-guided activities including rhino tracking, rock art walks, and cultural visits
Rates
From USD 154 per person sharing (bed & breakfast) up to USD 395 per person sharing (all-inclusive with activities).
Heritage
Matobo Hills Lodge was founded by Alan Elliott and continues under Elliott family ownership. Hall of Fame status on TripAdvisor with over 290 five-star reviews.
Activities
- White rhino tracking on foot
- Matobo National Park game drives
- San rock art interpretive walks
- Cecil Rhodes Grave & World’s View
- Cultural visits to local Ndebele communities
Location
Inside Matobo National Park, 55 minutes drive south of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
The property
A closer look







Journeys that stay here
Where Matobo Hills Lodge fits in.

Bulawayo, Khami Ruins & Matobo Private Escape
From $1,880 pp

Classic Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls, Hwange, Matobo & Khami
From $5,950 pp

Three-Nation Grand Safari
From $37,350 pp

Luxury Walking & Rivers
Price on request

Limitless Zimbabwe: Matetsi, Kariba, Matobo & Singita
From $24,050 pp

Ultimate Zimbabwe
From $12,850 pp
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