Episode Description
Episode Number: 69
Property/Guest Name:
Masuwe Lodge – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Cassius Tembo – General Manager
Episode Summary:
There are places in Africa where the experience is shaped not only by what you see, but by how a place makes you feel.
Masuwe Lodge is one of them.
Set just outside the bustle of Victoria Falls town, Masuwe Lodge offers something many travellers are quietly searching for — the chance to enjoy the energy of one of Africa’s great destinations while still feeling surrounded by nature, calm, and space.
In this episode of Keep Travelling – Your African Story, Rael Zieve sits down with Cassius Tembo, General Manager of Masuwe Lodge, to explore what makes this property such a special base in Victoria Falls. Together, they unpack the story behind the lodge, the location, the wildlife, the atmosphere, and the feeling Masuwe hopes every guest takes home with them. A little later in the conversation, professional guide Gary Seziba joins to share his perspective on safari, conservation, and what makes Zimbabwe and the wider SADC region such rewarding places to explore.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why Masuwe Lodge’s location offers both nature and easy access to Victoria Falls
- The story behind the name Masuwe and its connection to the local landscape
- What wildlife guests can expect to see in and around the lodge
- Why Victoria Falls remains one of Africa’s safest and most welcoming destinations
- Gary Seziba’s insights on safari guiding, giraffes, conservation and the wider SADC region
- The one feeling Cassius hopes every guest leaves with after staying at Masuwe Lodge
Guest Information:
Cassius Tembo is the General Manager of Masuwe Lodge in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. With decades of experience across Zimbabwe, Mozambique and overland tourism, he brings a deep understanding of African hospitality and safari operations. He is joined in part of the episode by professional guide Gary Seziba, whose guiding experience stretches across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia.
Key Takeaways:
- Masuwe Lodge combines bush tranquillity with quick access to Victoria Falls, giving guests the best of both worlds
- The episode offers a strong and reassuring perspective on safety, hospitality and authentic safari in Zimbabwe
- Keep Travelling listeners can also look out for the weekly lodge and travel partner prize giveaways mentioned in the episode
Contact Information:
rael@keeptravelling.africa