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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 1-2

Arrival at Victoria Falls Airport and Transfer to Bayete Guest Lodge for 2 nights

Arrival at Victoria Falls Airport and Transfer to Bayete Guest Lodge for 2 nights

On arrival at Victoria Falls, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your lodge. Bayete Guest Lodge is a beautiful lodge that offers personal service to its guests. Two nights here will allow you to relax after your flight and give you time to enjoy everything the area offers.

Victoria Falls is one of the world's seven natural wonders, and a visit to see the falls is a must. But there are many other tours to do here. For example, why not consider a helicopter flight over the falls or a sunset cruise on the Zambezi? We can pre-book all activities for you and would be happy to advise the extra cost for them.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls
Accommodation:
Bayete Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3-5

Transfer to Bomani Tented Lodge in Hwange National Park for 3 nights

Transfer to Bomani Tented Lodge in Hwange National Park for 3 nights

Today you will be collected and transferred to Dete Train Station (2.5 hours) where you board the Elephant Express and then enjoy a 70km scenic rail transfer aboard the railcar (3 hours) to Ngamo siding. From here a 10 to 15 minute drive in a game vehicle will take you to Bomani Tented Lodge.

Hwange is one of the premier safari parks in Southern Africa but prices of lodges here tend to be more reasonable than other safari areas of a similar quality and that makes it fantastic value for money.

For the next 3 days you will enjoy the superb game viewing that Hwange has to offer.

Bomani Tented Lodge is located on the edge of Hwange National Park. It is known for its wide open plains and vast herds of elephants. It is one of just a few lodges located near the superb Ngamo Plains area which offers some of the best game viewing in Hwange.

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:
Bomani Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6-8

Transfer to Rhino Safari Camp for 3 nights

Transfer to Rhino Safari Camp for 3 nights

You will be transferred to Bomani air strip to board your light aircraft transfer to Tashinga airstrip. Here you will be met an transferred to the harbour for your 20min boat transfer to Rhino Safari Camp for your 3 nights stay.

Matusadona National Park is one of the less visited safari parks in Zimbabwe. This however, is good news for those that chose to visit this area as it offers very good game viewing with very few other vehicles around.

For the next 3 days you will enjoy the superb game viewing that this area has to offer. All meals & drinks, morning & afternoon game activities are all included - you can choose from game drives, cruises along Lake Kariba, fishing and hiking.

Rhino Safari Camp on the shores of lake Kariba is an absolute unspoiled gem. Comfortable well maintained African style bungalows, excellent management & fantastic game viewing have made this characterful lodge such a popular place to stay.

Main Destination:
Matusadona National Park
Best Time To Visit May to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season August to September (The park is never crowded)
Best Weather April to September (Sunny days)

Wildlife in Matusadona NP

ElephantAbundant
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LionOccasional
ZebraOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Show more
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Rhino Safari Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Matusadona NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 9-11

Transfer to Mana River Camp in Mana Pools National Park for 3 nights

Transfer to Mana River Camp in Mana Pools National Park for 3 nights

Today you will be transferred by boat back to the harbour and from there to Tashinga airstrip to board your light aircraft flight to Mana River Camp in the Mana Pools National Park.

Mana River Camp is positioned on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River nestled between this enormous perennial river and a much visited water pan, particularly enjoyed by elephants for mud bathing.

For the next 3 days you will enjoy the superb game viewing that Mana Pools has to offer. Morning & afternoon game activities are all included, you can choose from game drives, walking safaris as well as canoe excursions. This camp is open on a seasonal basis so the tour only runs from May through till mid November.

Main Destination:
Mana Pools National Park
Best Time To Visit June to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season July to September
Best Weather April to September (Rains rarely fall)

Wildlife in Mana Pools NP

ElephantAbundant
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
Show more
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Mana River Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Mana Pools NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 12

Air Transfer from Mana River Camp to Harare

Air Transfer from Mana River Camp to Harare

Today you will return to Harare for your onward journey.

Please note that you can fly back to Victoria Falls Airport instead—this will incur an additional charge as the flight is longer. Please inquire directly with us should you be interested in this option.

Alternatively, you can add other elements to this safari, like Chobe National Park, Matopos National Park, or the Okavango Delta in Botswana.

Main Destination:
Harare International Airport (Harare)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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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