Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 56 reviews.
martybX5775VI
November 2025
“Excellent Accommodations and service in Zimbabwe”
+We stayed at the Old Drift Lodge on a recent (November, '25) visit and had a wonderful time. The staff were all very accommodating and helpful with any request or need. The game drives and river cruises were excellent and we saw an abundance of wildlife. The "tents" were hardly tents, they were more like luxury suites at a top end hotel. We will happily come back to ODL on future trips.
Q8204PFmarks
November 2025
“A lodge and game reserve with a fascinating history, great location on the Zambezi and close to the Victoria Falls.”
+Our guide, Fusa, is an expert ranger with extensive knowledge of fauna and flora. He went out of his way to find great viewing on the Zambezi and in the reserve. The staff were attentive and helpful, all with a sense of humour. The lodge possesses a fascinating history, with its location on the river and proximity to the Victoria Falls.
RosalieFoodie
Couple · November 2025
“Nature at its best”
+To the wonderful team at Old Driftwood, From the moment we arrived, we knew Old Driftwood was something special a luxury riverside camp with unexpected charm, tucked along the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The setting alone felt magical: canvas suites blending comfort with wilderness, soft sand pathways, and endless views of the waterhole where life unfolded from sunrise to nightfall. This entire journey through Africa began as a trip for a medical conference, and we decided to add on a visit to Zimbabwe to see the legendary Victoria Falls, choosing to stay here at Old Driftwood. It ended up being one of the best decisions we made. What made it even more meaningful was traveling with an incredible group of physicians and their families, people who travel the world to learn, teach, and share their knowledge. We couldn’t have asked for a better group to explore this corner of Africa with. Each day at Old Driftwood started and ended with the Zambezi breathing beside us, hippos popping just their eyes and ears above the water, crocodiles gliding quietly along the banks, and whole families of elephants crossing the river with breathtaking grace. One river safari brought us face to
passportsannatwirl
November 2025
“Rugged idea but luxury in every way”
+Our stay at ODL exceeded my expectations! For a luxury camp site, it was heavy on the luxury and camp only meant it was set in the most beautiful natural settings including some elephant visitors! The staff were so welcoming and friendly and I left feeling like they were family!
jmhebert2025
November 2025
“An Amazing Stay when near Victoria Falls”
+The Old Drift lodge is amazing. The staff are amazing and the facility is great. There attention to detail and welcoming staff attend to your every need creating great value for price.
Antonia006
Couple · November 2025
“On the banks of the Zambezi River”
+I loved arriving by boat on the great Zambezi River. The staff in zim are so welcoming and the service was very good. Nice food also.
“Old Drift Lodge - exceptional”
+We stayed at this lodge for 3 nights and were in awe of everything...the accommodations were incredible, the service and food was excellent but most importantly, we felt safe and well taken care of. The guides and rangers are so knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. If only tourism and hospitality were like this everywhere...thank you for providing us an amazing African experience.
“A birders dream”
+We booked with the Old Drift Lodge to see Victoria Falls. The falls were great. But I believe the hidden treasure found at the Old Drift Lodge is its location on the Zambezi River allowing easy access to the river and the birds on the river. Our 2 guides, Fanuel and Presha, knew all the birds we saw on the river and were able to get us close for some great photos.
C6362FWsusanf
September 2025
“Magical place!!”
+The Old Drift Lodge is a spectacular spot located on the Zambezi River with lots of wild life surrounding the lodge! The lodging accommodations are beautiful, well appointed and serviced. The food is outstanding and the entire staff could not be more gracious, helpful and engaging. What a wonderful place and vacation!
“Old Drift Lodge was a great way to start our safari adventure!”
+We loved everything about the Old Drift Lodge. Location on the Zambezi River was excellent. The accommodation was perfect. We had an elephant stroll pass our tent within minutes of checking in. Staff were so friendly and Vusa our guide was so knowledgable and passionate about the wildlife. So much to see and do ... including Victoria Falls, sunset and sunrise cruises and of course safari drives.