10-Day Discover Zimbabwe Heritage and Wildlife Safari

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

Airport Pickup

Upon arrival at Robert Mugabe International Airport, your guide will transfer you to Bronte Garden Lodge for dinner and a two-night stay. The Bronte is renowned for its beautifully landscaped gardens and its exquisite collection of Shona sculptures, creating a unique and tranquil atmosphere for guests.

During your stay, you may relax with a meal or light snack in the lush gardens, enjoy a yoga session in one of the secluded garden spaces, or take a refreshing dip in one of the inviting swimming pools.

Main Destination:

Harare (City)

Accommodation:

Bronte Garden Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Harare (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Half Day Sightseeing Tour

Today, you will explore Zimbabwe’s vibrant capital, Harare. Your journey begins at the bustling Mbare Market, famous for its farm-fresh produce and lively atmosphere. Here, you’ll also witness the creativity of local artisans who turn discarded materials into remarkable recycled products, showcasing both talent and sustainability.

The tour then takes you into the city center to discover historic buildings and key landmarks that reflect Harare’s cultural heritage. To round off the day, you’ll enjoy a relaxing meal at a charming suburban restaurant before being dropped back at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Harare (City)

Accommodation:

Bronte Garden Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Harare (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Hotel Pickup and Tour to the Great Zimbabwe Monuments

We depart for Great Zimbabwe, the most significant medieval city in Sub-Saharan Africa. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins were built and expanded between the 11th and 14th centuries and remain one of the continent’s most impressive ancient landmarks. Spanning nearly 1,800 acres (7 km²), the site features extraordinary dry-stone architecture with interlocking walls, staircases, and granite boulders—crafted entirely without mortar.

Visitors can explore the small on-site museum, which houses artifacts, examples of building techniques, and historical displays that trace the story of this once-thriving city. The name of the modern nation, Zimbabwe, is derived from this very monument, underscoring its cultural and historical importance. Set amid a beautiful natural landscape, the site is also home to wildlife such as impala and eland, adding to the richness of the 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:

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

Hotel pickup and Transfer to Matobo Hills Lodge

We will transfer you to Matobo National Park for a two-night stay at Matobo Hills Lodge, nestled within a private wildlife reserve that borders the park (424 km²). Matobo Hills is renowned for its dramatic granite landscapes and breathtaking beauty. The lodge itself is built upon a granite outcrop, offering sweeping panoramic views over the surrounding hills.

In the afternoon, you may choose from a range of optional activities (at your own expense), or simply relax and soak in the serene atmosphere.

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:

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

Matobo National Park Game Viewing

Shortly after breakfast, you will embark on your Matopo adventure. Covering 424 km², Matopo National Park is home to around 3,000 San (Bushman) paintings, some of which date back more than 15,000 years. The day begins with a morning hike to view these remarkable ancient artworks, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural heritage of Africa’s earliest inhabitants.

Later, you will visit the grave of Cecil John Rhodes, whose influence on the region was so significant that Zimbabwe was once known as Rhodesia until 1979. The afternoon brings an exhilarating game drive, where you will track resident black and white rhinos both by vehicle and on foot, guided by an experienced professional who will share insights into the park’s wildlife and conservation efforts.

Main Destination:

Matobo National Park

Accommodation:

Matobo Hills Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Hotel Pickup and Transfer to Hwange Safari Lodge

We will pick you up from Matobo Hills Lodge and transfer you to Hwange National Park. Upon arrival, our guides will assist with check-in at Hwange Safari Lodge. Hwange is famed for its giant tuskers—impressive old bulls with magnificent tusks—and for the legendary Presidential Herd, which frequently drinks at the lodge’s waterhole. These elephants roam the dense feeding grounds of the Sikumi Vlei, where they find refuge from the heat and create unforgettable moments for visitors watching from the lodge.

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:

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

Game Viewing Safari in Hwange National Park

You will embark on a full-day game drive to experience the superb wildlife of Hwange National Park. We set out early in the morning and again in the late afternoon—prime times for wildlife viewing when animals are most active in the cool of the day and resting during the midday heat. A packed lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic picnic site in the bush.

Hwange ranks among Africa’s top national parks in terms of size, diversity, and sheer abundance of game. It is home to the Big Five, including lion, leopard, buffalo, and some of the continent’s largest elephant herds. In the expert hands of our guides, you’ll venture through acacia-fringed grassy vleis and the shaded teak forests in search of these iconic animals.

Game drives are the best way to explore Hwange’s variety of wildlife and landscapes. They often bring surprising and unforgettable encounters, making every safari unique and memorable.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Game Drive to Victoria Falls for a Dinner Cruise

After the morning game drive, we will bid farewell to Hwange National Park and transfer in an air-conditioned van to Victoria Falls, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours. You will spend two nights at Shongwe Lookout on a bed-and-breakfast basis.

At 4:00 p.m., your driver-guide will pick you up for a dinner cruise along the mighty Zambezi River. As you float on one of Africa’s most iconic waterways, you will experience the beauty and excitement of Victoria Falls from a unique perspective. Savor Zambezi-style cuisine, enjoy world-class service, and dine on meals prepared by an executive chef—all while watching the sun set over the river and the surrounding wilderness.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls

Accommodation:

Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Guided Victoria Falls Tour and a Night Game Drive with a Bush Dinner

Day eight begins with an 8:30 a.m. hotel pick-up for a guided tour of the majestic Victoria Falls, taking you through the rainforest to the cliffs opposite the mighty cascade.

At 4:00 p.m., we head to Nakavango Private Game Reserve, about 7 miles (11 km) from town, for a late afternoon game drive. Travel in an open 4x4 through basalt plains, Kalahari sands, and teak forests before stopping at sunset for drinks and snacks at a scenic viewpoint.

As night falls, spotlights reveal the nocturnal life of the bush, followed by a three-course BBQ dinner with wine, beer, and light refreshments.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls

Accommodation:

Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Victoria Falls Airport Drop-Off

After your wonderful adventure, we will provide a transfer back to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA). Pick-up times will be arranged according to your flight details, and Cuckoo Safaris will ensure you arrive at the airport at least two hours before your scheduled departure.

Main Destination:

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.