Cuckoo Safaris

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$1,540 to $1,650 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

Airport Pickup and Zambezi river Dinner Cruise

Airport Pickup and Zambezi river Dinner Cruise

Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be picked up and transferred to your accommodation. Please share your flight details in advance, as the pick-up time depends on your arrival.

At 4:00 p.m., your driver-guide will collect you for a memorable Zambezi River dinner cruise. Glide along this iconic river while soaking up the sights and sounds of Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s most breathtaking destinations. As the sun sets, enjoy a gourmet Zambezi-style dinner prepared by an executive chef, paired with world-class service and the serene beauty of the river.

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

Day 2

Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park

Your adventure begins with a transfer from Victoria Falls to the Kazungula border, where you’ll meet your Botswana guide. Start the morning with a relaxing boat cruise along the Chobe River, spotting elephants, hippos, and an array of birdlife while enjoying tea, coffee, and biscuits. After the cruise, enjoy a delicious lunch at a hotel on the riverbank.

In the afternoon, set off on a game drive through Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa’s largest concentrations of wildlife. After the safari, return to the border for your transfer back to Victoria Falls, arriving around 5:30 p.m.

Note: Depending on previous sightings, the order of activities may be reversed, starting with a game drive and ending with the river cruise.

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
HippoAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park

Start your day with a 6:30 a.m. hotel pick-up and a scenic drive through rural villages and past the famous Hwange Colliery.
On arrival at Hwange National Park, switch to a 4×4 safari vehicle for a full-day game drive. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, enjoy views from its wildlife hides, and spot animals in their natural habitats. After a picnic lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive, when animals gather at waterholes and predators become more active. The day ends around 4:00 p.m. with your return transfer to Victoria Falls.

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
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HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
CheetahOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Guided Tour of the Falls, Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner

Guided Tour of the Falls, Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner

Your day begins with an 8:30 a.m. hotel pick-up for a guided tour of Victoria Falls. Accompanied by a driver-guide, you’ll explore the lush rainforest trails leading to the cliffs opposite the thunderous cascade.

At 4:00 p.m., you’ll head to Nakavango Private Game Reserve, about 7 miles from town, for a late-afternoon game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle. The journey takes you through basalt plains, Kalahari sands, and teak forests. As the sun sets, enjoy drinks and snacks at a scenic viewpoint before continuing into dusk, when spotlights reveal the nocturnal wildlife of the bush.

The evening concludes with a 3-course BBQ dinner under the stars, paired with wine, cold beer, and light refreshments—a perfect end to your African adventure.

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

Day 5

Airport Drop Off

Airport Drop Off

On the last day, you will depart from Victoria Falls. You will get the chance to perform other optional activities and visit the local market for souvenir purchases before departure.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
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.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.