Cuckoo Safaris

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$3,740 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Victoria Falls & Zambezi Dinner Cruise

Arrival in Victoria Falls & Zambezi Dinner Cruise

Touch down at Victoria Falls International Airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your lodge. Take some time to relax and soak in the atmosphere of this legendary destination. As the sun begins to set, board a luxurious Zambezi River Dinner Cruise. Glide along the mighty Zambezi, sipping refreshing drinks while elephants and hippos gather at the water’s edge. Enjoy a three-course dinner under the African sky, serenaded by nature’s sounds the perfect start to your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls
Accommodation:
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Guided Tour of Victoria Falls, Bush Dinner & Night Drive

Guided Tour of Victoria Falls, Bush Dinner & Night Drive

After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Witness the thunderous cascade from the best viewpoints. In the evening, enjoy a Bush Dinner under lantern light followed by an exhilarating Night Game Drive, where nocturnal creatures come alive.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls
Accommodation:
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Scenic Flight to Hwange & Arrival at Camp Silwane

Scenic Flight to Hwange & Arrival at Camp Silwane

After breakfast, you’ll board a scenic Mack Air flight to Hwange an unforgettable aerial journey over the patchwork of Zambezi wilderness and rural villages below. Upon landing, your adventure continues with a 2-hour game-drive transfer through Hwange National Park, where elephants, giraffes, and antelopes roam freely. Arrive at Camp Silwane, a tranquil private concession bordering the park. Enjoy a welcome drink and lunch while overlooking the open plains, where wildlife often gathers at the waterhole. Spend the afternoon relaxing in your luxury tented suite or by the lounge deck before gathering around the campfire for sundowners, sharing stories as the wilderness comes alive with night sounds.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park
Best Time To Visit July to October (Middle and end of the Dry season)
High Season June to October (Hwange’s main area can become busy)
Best Weather April to September (It hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Hwange NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
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HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
CheetahOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Camp Silwane
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Hwange Safari Experience – Tracking the Wild

Hwange Safari Experience – Tracking the Wild

Wake to the sound of birds and distant lion calls. After an early breakfast, set out on a morning game drive across the Silwane Concession a photographer’s paradise with sweeping savanna and acacia woodlands. Your guide will track fresh footprints, giving you a chance to see lions, painted dogs, elephants, sable antelope, and buffalo in their natural habitat.
Return to camp for lunch and relaxation, then head out again in the late afternoon for another game drive or optional night safari to witness the magic of the bush after dark. Cap off the day with a delicious dinner under the stars, accompanied by the crackle of the fire and stories from your guide about life in the wild.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park
Accommodation:
Camp Silwane
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Explore, Track & Discover – A Day of Wild Freedom

Explore, Track & Discover – A Day of Wild Freedom

Today is a celebration of nature and discovery. After a gentle sunrise wake-up, you have the freedom to design your own adventure. You may choose to head out early with your guide to explore new areas of the Silwane concession or venture deeper into Hwange National Park, following fresh predator tracks in search of lions, cheetahs, or painted dogs.
For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, spend the morning immersed in the bush on a guided birding walk, listening to the melodies of over 400 bird species that fill the air. Later, enjoy a quiet fishing excursion at one of Silwane’s waterholes, where elephants often wander by as you cast your line. Return to camp for a hearty lunch and a peaceful afternoon of rest or reflection, perhaps watching wildlife drift past from your veranda. As the day draws to a close, set out for a sunset drive followed by sundowners at a scenic lookout point.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park
Accommodation:
Camp Silwane
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6

Final Game Drive, Camp Relaxation & Bush Sundowners

Final Game Drive, Camp Relaxation & Bush Sundowners

Your final full day in Hwange is designed for reflection and quiet adventure. Begin with an early morning game drive, savoring the soft golden light as it filters through the trees and glistens on the plains. Watch elephants crossing open grasslands and listen to the haunting call of the fish eagle a sound that defines the African wilderness. Return to camp for a hearty breakfast followed by a leisurely day at your own pace. Enjoy a siesta in your tent, read a book on your private deck, or simply gaze out at the endless horizon where wildlife often drifts past. In the late afternoon, head out for a short sundowner drive to a scenic hill or waterhole. Raise a glass as the sun paints the sky in shades of orange and pink, the silhouettes of acacia trees framing the moment. Tonight, your farewell dinner is served in the open air the fire crackling, stars glowing bright, and the bush alive with sounds that remind you how magical Africa truly is.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park
Accommodation:
Camp Silwane
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 7

Fly to Victoria Falls & Relax at Shongwe Lookout

Fly to Victoria Falls & Relax at Shongwe Lookout

After breakfast, enjoy a final game-drive transfer to the airstrip and board your flight back to Victoria Falls. On arrival, transfer to Shongwe Lookout Lodge, a serene retreat designed for relaxation after your safari. Spend the afternoon at leisure unwind by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, or climb the iconic lookout tower for panoramic views of the town and the mist rising from the Falls. Tonight is all about reflection and rejuvenation reminiscing about lions on the hunt, sunsets over Hwange, and the timeless beauty of Africa that will stay with you forever.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls)
Accommodation:
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Departure from Victoria Falls Airport

Departure from Victoria Falls Airport

After breakfast at Shongwe Lookout, take a leisurely morning before your scheduled transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport. Depending on your flight time, you may enjoy a last stroll through town or visit a local craft market for souvenirs.
Your adventure ends, but the memories of roaring waterfalls, glowing sunsets, and wild encounters will travel home with you a timeless reminder of Africa’s beauty and spirit.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Cuckoo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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