7-Day Kaza Triple-Crown: Hwange, Victoria Falls & Chobe

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

Into the Kalahari Heart (Hwange National Park)

Upon arrival at VFA, we commence a scenic road transfer through the historic Hwange town to the evocative Gwango Heritage Resort. After a revitalising lunch, we head out for an evening game drive on the private estate; as the heat dissipates, the bush comes alive with elephants and buffalo emerging from the teak forests. Second day is a deep, technical immersion into the 14,000-square-kilometre Hwange National Park. This is the theatre of the wild, where life revolves around the pumped waterholes that sustain the park's legendary super herds of elephants. Your full-day exploration traverses vast savannahs and ancient woodlands, tracking part of the Big Five and the rare African wild dog. We enjoy a secluded picnic lunch at a designated picnic site allowing for uninterrupted observation of the social hierarchies and predator-prey dynamics at the water’s edge. Return to camp for a fire-lit dinner, serenaded by the distant rumbles of the night.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)

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

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

CheetahOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

White RhinoVery Rare

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

Accommodation:

Gwango Heritage Resort

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

The Thundering Smoke & Cultural Echoes

We rise for an early morning predator patrol, scanning the Hwange thickets for big cats finishing their nocturnal hunts. Following breakfast, we depart for Victoria Falls, checking into the sophisticated Telescope Boutique Lodge. Your evening is spent on a Sunset Dinner Cruise, navigating the upper Zambezi channels while enjoying a gourmet meal as the sky turns to bruised purple. Second day is a sensory masterclass; start with a Guided Tour of Victoria Falls, where our local expert interprets the geology and legend of Mosi-oa-Tunya. In the afternoon, an authentic village tour provides an unscripted look at rural life and the resilient spirit of the local community. The day culminates at the legendary Boma Dinner & Drum Show, a high-energy feast featuring traditional delicacies and an interactive drum circle that connects you to the rhythmic heartbeat of Zimbabwe. It is a day that perfectly balances the power of nature with the depth of human heritage.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

The Telescope Boutique Lodge

• Luxury lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

The Chobe Riverine Frontier

We cross the border into Botswana for a high-intensity Chobe day trip, starting with a morning boat safari to witness the iconic swimming elephants and pods of hippo. After a buffet lunch and an afternoon land-based game drive, we transfer to the elegant Tlou Safari Lodge for a two-night stay. Second day offers the ultimate riverine experience; we begin with an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, the optimal time to find lions and leopards active along the riverfront tracks. After a period of relaxation during the midday heat, your afternoon is dedicated to a Sunset Boat Cruise. Moving silently by water allows for unparalleled proximity to wildlife that standard vehicles cannot match. Watch as the sky ignites over the river, with herds of buffalo and elephant silhouetted against the water. This is the Grand Finale of your wildlife journey, providing intimate, eye-level encounters in one of Africa's most vibrant ecosystems.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park (Botswana)

Best Time To Visit April to October (Best at the riverfront area)

High Season July to October (The park gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Chobe NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tlou Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Farewell

After a final breakfast overlooking the lush surroundings of your lodge, take a moment to reflect on a week of extraordinary encounters. Your journey through the heart of the KAZA region concludes with a comfortable transfer back across the border to Victoria Falls International Airport. We ensure you arrive in good time for your onward flight, marking the end of a journey that has spanned the thundering cataracts, the deep teak forests, and the emerald channels of Botswana. You depart with a profound understanding of the river's people and the ancient migrations of the giants that call this wilderness home.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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