Culture & history Activities for couples Wheelchair accessible

Share an authentic Zimbabwean meal with a local family in Victoria Falls. Enjoy home-cooked dishes, warm hospitality, and cultural exchange while supporting the local community

Highlights

• Savor a traditional Zimbabwean buffet dinner with local dishes
• Experience a traditional welcome ceremony with a handwashing ritual
• Benefit from convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Victoria Falls

Description

A home-hosted meal in Victoria Falls offers a truly intimate and authentic glimpse into the local way of life, inviting visitors to share in the warmth and hospitality of Zimbabwean culture. Guests are welcomed into the home of a local family, greeted with genuine smiles and heartfelt embraces. Seated around a communal table, conversation flows freely as hosts and guests share stories, laughter, and delicious homemade cuisine. Throughout the experience, your hosts graciously share insights into their customs, traditions, and way of life, offering a deeper understanding of the culture and values that define their community. This initiative provides valuable income to local families while empowering them through meaningful interaction with visitors, fostering cultural exchange and mutual respect. Enjoy the true flavours of Victoria Falls with a freshly prepared traditional home-cooked meal. Expect familiar favourites such as hearty beef stew alongside authentic Zimbabwean dishes that might be new to you, try them if you’re adventurous, but there’s always something for every palate. Feast on a freshly prepared spread of authentic Zimbabwean cuisine. Dishes may include sadza (thick maize meal), road-runner chicken or beef stew, muriwo (greens), peanut butter rice, and mopani worms (optional tasting). Enjoy traditional drinks and a seasonal fruit dessert. Bushshrike Safaris will collect guests from their hotels or B&Bs in Victoria Falls Town. A short transfer takes you to the Chinotimba High-Density Suburb, where a local family will host you in their home and serve a traditional African meal. This experience is ideal for families with children or teens, offering a fun and educational opportunity to connect with local life.

Includes

Hotel pickup and return transfers (within Victoria Falls town) Full traditional Zimbabwean dinner Welcome ceremony Bottled water and soft drinks

Important Information

• Mopani worms tasting is optional This is not just a dinner, it's a personal window into Zimbabwean culture, tradition, and hospitality. Whether you're capping off a safari or looking for a quieter cultural experience, the Homestead Dinner offers a heartfelt and flavorful night to remember.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund