On foot
Rhino Tracking
From $60 pp (local)
Walk with an expert guide to track white rhino on foot.
Focused work, warm lodge hospitality, and space to breathe in the Matobo Hills, 55 minutes from Bulawayo.
Who should we send the quote to?
We'll get back to you within 2 hours with a detailed quote for your conference.
Compare the core formats, then send your dates and group details to the lodge team for a tailored conference plan.
Focused sessions with everything handled.
More comfort, a welcome drink and a free guided hike.
Immersive retreats for deeper work.
Who should we send the quote to?
We'll get back to you within 2 hours with a detailed quote for your conference.
Private Venue
Projector & Screen
WiFi Access
Tea & Coffee Breaks
Seated Lunch
Secure Parking
Backup Power
Dedicated Host
From focused boardroom sessions to larger presentations — we configure the room to match your objectives.
Up to 40 guests
Presentations, keynotes, town halls
Up to 24 guests
Training, workshops, note-taking
Up to 16 guests
Board meetings, strategy sessions
Up to 20 guests
Interactive discussions, facilitation
We tailor the setup to your agenda — just let us know what you need.
Matobo Hills Lodge gives planners the practical pieces they need — meeting space, meals, WiFi, parking and a dedicated host — inside a setting that helps the team breathe.
The lodge is around 55 minutes from Bulawayo, with transfer support available when your team needs it.
Tea breaks, seated lunch and dietary requirements are planned with the lodge team so the day keeps moving.
A dedicated host helps with room setup, timing, meals and on-the-day logistics while your team focuses on the work.
Send your dates, group size and preferred package. The lodge team replies directly with the best-fit plan and next steps.
Two ways to structure your time — we'll tailor it to your objectives.
Welcome, registration, settle in with tea and coffee
Main presentations, strategy work, or facilitated discussion
Refreshments and networking on the deck
Continue working sessions or breakout groups
Seated lunch at the lodge with views of the hills
Workshops, planning, or decision-making
Final refreshments before wrap-up
Summary, next steps, departures by 16:30
Welcome, registration, settle in with tea and coffee
Focused strategy work or key presentations
Refreshments on the deck
Wrap up key decisions and action items
Board safari vehicles for an afternoon in the Matobo hills
Picnic lunch in a scenic spot among the granite hills
Game viewing, birdlife, ancient rock formations — team bonding built in
Back to the lodge, farewells, head home
Add a Matobo experience before, after, or around the working day. We’ll help you choose what fits your timing and group.
From $60 pp (local)
Walk with an expert guide to track white rhino on foot.
$90 pp (incl. park fees & lunch)
Explore the granite hills, spot wildlife, and enjoy a bush lunch.
$165 pp (incl. park fees & lunch)
Wildlife, rock art, landscapes, and a leisurely bush lunch.
Quoted on request
End the day with drinks and canapes over the balancing rocks.
From $25 pp (local)
A short hike to one of Zimbabwe’s most iconic viewpoints.
Quoted on request
Pickup from Bulawayo CBD, airport, or other locations.
"The lodge's location amidst this landscape is absolutely stunning, simply magnificent. The food is delicious and the staff extremely friendly."
"The staff were excellent. The Lodge had power cuts during our stay, but we were never inconvenienced. We could not recommend this getaway more highly."
"The location was serene and conducive to really concentrate on what I was doing. The service was excellent, the rooms cool and lovely."
Meet in the Matobo Hills, break for proper lodge meals, and give your team a setting that feels intentionally away from the city.
For planner confidence, the same direct lodge team helps with venue setup, meal timing, accommodation needs and optional Matobo experiences.
Matobo Hills Lodge is approximately 55 minutes from Bulawayo CBD. The drive takes you through scenic countryside and into the Matobo National Park. We can arrange transfers if needed.
For day conferences, we can comfortably host up to 40 delegates in theatre-style seating, or 24 in classroom format. For residential offsites, we have 17 chalets accommodating up to 34 guests sharing.
Yes. We have Starlink WiFi in all common areas and the conference space. Backup power ensures your event runs smoothly regardless of grid conditions — you won't be interrupted.
Absolutely. Just let us know your group's dietary needs when booking — vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, allergies — and our kitchen will prepare accordingly.
All packages include a projector, screen, and flipchart. If you need additional equipment — microphones, speakers, or specific tech — let us know and we'll arrange it.
Yes — we're set up for corporate billing. We can provide a formal quotation, invoice, and receipt as needed. Purchase orders are welcome.
We understand plans change. Cancellations made 14+ days before the event receive a full refund. Within 14 days, we'll work with you to reschedule where possible. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Close enough for a day trip, far enough to feel like an escape. The lodge team can help you plan arrival timing and transfers where needed.
Tell us about your event and the lodge team will reply personally with the best-fit package and next steps.
Conferences Since 1994 · UNESCO World Heritage Site · 55 Minutes from Bulawayo
If you are planning a company conference or retreat, the lodge team can explain whether a host stay benefit applies to your event.
Share your name and email and we will include the benefit details when we reply to your conference enquiry.
We've noted your interest. One of our team will be in touch within 2 hours to discuss your conference needs.