[New] Six Senses

Victoria Falls

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Developer: Worth International

Operator: Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas

Architecture: DSA Architects International Interior Design: Dsgn

Consultants: SIP Project Managers, CKR Consultant Engineers www.sixsenses.com

Six Senses will make its Sub-Saharan Africa debut in 2025 with a wellness resort on Zimbabwe’s Princess Elizabeth Island.

In bringing the project to life, the operator is working with the development team of Worth International, comprising SIP Project Managers, DSA Architects International and CKR Consultant Engineers. Their scheme sees a collection of stilted lodges – fabricated off-site to minimise construction impact – connected by raised walkways and bridges. Engineering innovation will ensure the lightest possible footprint while still able to withstand a heavy knock from a passing elephant.

Each of the 22 lodges will be equipped with private terraces, whilst 15 deluxe lodges are to feature suspended pools. There are also plans to add 17 individual pool villas, nine of which will offer multi-bedroom accommodation.

Amongst the communal areas are a main welcome pavilion and a lobby lounge, where amenities include a raised restaurant, specialty dining and braai bar, and a sunset look-out bar.

A Six Senses signature spa will comprise four treatment rooms, a jungle gym accompanied by a ranger, a yoga deck, heated outdoor pools, a panoramic sauna, and an integrated retail and concept store.

Johannesburg-based interior design consultancy Dsgn has been tasked with capturing the eclectic and authentic spirit of Zimbabwe. Timber floors and natural finishes will serve as a canvas to showcase bespoke furnishings and artwork, with the aim to achieve sophistication and comfort overlayed with colours, textures and craftsmanship.

Six Senses Victoria Falls is part of The House of Chinhara initiative to restore Zimbabwean tourism by elevating the accommodation count and quality for visitors to Victoria Falls National Park, as well as providing host accommodation facilities and hospitality training opportunities.

The emotion of light .

ALMA design

by Matteo Cibic