10-Day Zimbabwe Heritage and Wildlife Private Tour

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

Arrive in Harare and Optinal Tours

Upon arrival at Harare International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a DK Tours representative and transferred to your comfortable accommodation at Cresta Oasis Hotel (or similar). Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional introduction to the city, ranging from guided tours and art gallery visits to wildlife orphanage experiences.

Settle in for a relaxing overnight stay at the 3-star Cresta Oasis Hotel, where dinner and breakfast are included, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable start to your Zimbabwe adventure.

Main Destination:

Harare (City)

Accommodation:

Cresta Oasis Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Harare (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to and Tour of The Great Zimbabwe Monuments

After breakfast, you will journey to the legendary Great Zimbabwe Monuments, arriving around midday for lunch, followed by an enriching afternoon guided tour. This remarkable medieval stone city—dramatically set in the hills near Masvingo—is one of Africa’s greatest architectural wonders. Once the royal capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe, Great Zimbabwe flourished between the 11th and 15th centuries and is believed to have housed up to 20,000 people at its peak.

As you explore its towering stone walls, intricate passageways, and sacred enclosures, you will gain insight into the advanced craftsmanship, culture, and influence of the ancient civilisation from which modern Zimbabwe takes its name.

In the evening, unwind at The Ancient City Lodge (or similar), set near the monuments, where dinner and overnight accommodation complete your immersive historical experience.

Main Destination:

Great Zimbabwe (Ruins)

Accommodation:

Lodge at the Ancient City

• Mid-range lodge located near Great Zimbabwe (Ruins)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to and Game Viewing Activities in Matopo National Park

You will depart early for Matobo Hills National Park, located near Bulawayo, approximately 250 km west of Great Zimbabwe. Upon arrival in the afternoon, you will embark on a game drive, offering your first taste of an authentic African wildlife safari.

Matobo National Park is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including 175 bird species, 88 mammals, 39 snakes, and 16 fish species. Animals you may encounter include white rhinos, sable antelopes, impalas, and leopards. The park has been restocked with both white and black rhinos and is designated as an Intensive Protection Zone, supporting species such as hyenas, hippopotamuses, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and ostriches.

This park provides a unique opportunity to observe rhinos in their natural habitat and possibly catch a glimpse of the shy and elusive African leopard.

You will spend the night at Matopo Hills Lodge (or similar accommodation), with dinner and breakfast included.

Main Destination:

Matobo National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Middle to end of the Dry season)

High Season July to September (Matobo doesn't get too busy)

Best Weather April to September (Rains are a rarity)

Wildlife in Matobo NP

GiraffeOccasional

White RhinoOccasional

ZebraOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

ElephantNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Matobo Hills Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Activities in Matopo National Park

Matobo National Park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including Africa’s largest concentration of leopards—a major attraction in the park—alongside the intensely protected highest population of black and white rhinos.

Elsewhere in the park, more commonly seen animals include bushbuck, impala, kudu, giraffe, lion, baboon, monkeys, and others. Dassies (rock hyrax) are very common, and the high density of leopards adds to the park’s unique appeal.

On this day, we will visit the World Viewpoint—the highest point of the Matobo Hills—and explore the famous rock art paintings in the morning, followed by another game-viewing safari in the afternoon.

Overnight accommodations will be at Matobo Hills Lodge (or similar), including dinner and breakfast.

Main Destination:

Matobo National Park

Accommodation:

Matobo Hills Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer and Game Viewing Activities in Hwange National Park

After a hearty breakfast, we will set off for the iconic Hwange National Park, arriving at the elegant Hwange Safari Lodge around 1:00 PM—perfect timing for a relaxing lunch.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a thrilling game drive within the lodge’s private estate, which flows seamlessly into Hwange National Park itself, with no fences to separate you from the wild. Here, the savannah comes alive, and late afternoons are prime time for spotting predators as they emerge from the shadows. Keep your camera ready—lions, leopards, and other majestic wildlife are often seen during these drives.

As the sun sets, return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African bush.

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

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

CheetahOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

White RhinoVery Rare

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Game Viewing Safari in Hwange National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up for a full day of game viewing in Hwange National Park. A picnic lunch and refreshments, including bottled water and soft drinks, will be provided throughout the day. Lunch will be enjoyed at one of the park’s scenic viewing platforms before returning to the lodge around 4:00 PM.

Hwange National Park is world-famous for its elephants, boasting one of the largest populations on the planet, with over 65,000 elephants roaming the park. During the dry season, these gentle giants often gather at the water points in the afternoons, creating unforgettable moments with wildlife. In addition to elephants, you may encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, impalas, kudus, sables, elands, waterbucks, zebras, giraffes, baboons, warthogs, and many more fascinating creatures.

Dinner and an overnight stay will be at Hwange Safari Lodge, with breakfast included for the following morning.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Game Viewing Safari in Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park promises a safari adventure every bit as thrilling as the legendary Serengeti or Masai Mara—but with the peace of having the wilderness largely to yourself. Today, you’ll set out once more into this vast, untamed landscape, eyes peeled for your favourite animals and birds, and perhaps discovering hidden gems among the lesser-known species. On a truly exceptional day, you may return to the lodge with a sense of quiet satisfaction, having witnessed the park in all its glory.
As the sun sets, enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful night at Hwange Safari Lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Drive to Victoria Falls, Guided Falls Tour and Sunset Boat Cruise on the Zambezi River

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls in air-conditioned vans for a two-hour trip. Upon arrival, you will check into A`Zambezi River Lodge and begin a guided tour of Victoria Falls. The tour will involve a 2-kilometre walk that lasts approximately two hours. During the tour, you will see the impressive baobab trees in Victoria Falls National Park and also have the opportunity to visit the curio market for gift shopping. Raincoats, mineral water, and return transfers are included.

At 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to the jetty for a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Enjoy a sundowner and snacks while taking in the breathtaking views along the riverbanks. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture one of Africa's stunning sunsets. The 2-hour boat trip includes all drinks, snacks, and return transfers. You can expect to be back at the hotel by around 7:00 PM.

Own Dinner arrangements and overnight at A`Zambezi River Lodge (BB).

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls

Accommodation:

A' Zambezi River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located At

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Optional Tours in Victoria Falls

Today is your free day to shop in Victoria Falls or enjoy a selection of optional tours. Activities you may consider include:

Scenic helicopter flights over Victoria Falls

Swimming in Devil’s Pool on the Zambian side of the falls

A day trip to Chobe National Park in Botswana

White-water rafting on the Zambezi River

Bungee jumping from the Zambezi Bridge

Visits to authentic, working African villages located about 20 km from town

Dinner will be served at The Boma Restaurant, and you will spend the night at A`Zambezi River Lodge, with breakfast included.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls)

Accommodation:

A' Zambezi River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located At

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to the Airport

Today marks the final day of your adventure, and there’s still time for one last memorable experience. You might choose a short morning game drive or an early canoe trip on the beautiful Zambezi River.

Hotel departure times will be arranged according to your flight schedule, and we recommend arriving at the airport at least two hours before your departure.

We hope your journey has been unforgettable and full of wonderful memories!

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)

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