Victoria Falls, Hwange Wilderness and Departure
Day 1: The Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
You will be met by your private guide on arrival at Victoria Falls Airport. Discover the charms of this iconic town by visiting the vibrant markets while engaging with the friendly locals, and end the day with a romantic sunset voyage on the magnificent Zambezi River. With the rumble of the mighty Victoria Falls in the background, dinner is served.
Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel
Sunset Cruise Enjoy a brief history of the river with a cocktail in hand as you set out on the sunset cruise. Snack on delicacies from the high tea selection, as well as other delectable snacks, and enjoy thirst-quenching beverages from the fully stocked bar while taking in the wild Zambezi.
Day 2-4: Hideaways Bumbusi Wilderness Camp, Hwange National Park
After breakfast, a light aircraft flight will take you to Bumbusi Wilderness Camp in Hwange, the largest national park in Zimbabwe, covering an area of approximately 14,650 km2. Here, you can expect to see the best the park has to offer. Kick-start your days with a guided bush walk in the early morning, breathing in the crisp air, or opt for morning or afternoon game drives offering remarkable encounters with wildlife. You will also have the chance to enjoy sundowner drinks atop one of the rock formations while taking in the breathtaking sunset.
Overnight: Hideaways Bumbusi Wilderness Camp
Activities - Game Drives Search for wildlife in an open-air safari vehicle in Hwange National Park. Professional guides escort guests in search of wildlife during day and night game drives. Game viewing can vary dramatically from season to season, but guests are likely to spot a variety of plains game, such as impala, zebra, giraffe, and kudu antelope, as well as herds of elephant and buffalo. Lions, hyenas, and leopards are heard frequently from the camp.
Sundowners on Sunset Rock Every Bumbusi sunset is an occasion worth celebrating. Sundowners at Bumbusi have become an almost sacred tradition, and no evening is quite the same without them. Sipping gin and tonics and snacking on biltong and roasted nuts is even better when you are perched upon magnificent rock formations and completely surrounded by nature.
Bumbusi History Tour The area surrounding the camp has a rich history of human occupation dating back one thousand years. Your professional guide will take you on a tour through this history, starting with the San hunter-gatherers and ending with the well-preserved settlement of the late farming period.
Day 4-7: Hideaways Nantwich, Hwange, Hwange National Park
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to the northern region of Hwange National Park, where you will spend the next three nights traversing this vast area with guided game walks, game drives, or simply viewing the animals as they come down to the Nantwich Dam.
Overnight: Hideaways Nantwich, Hwange
Activities - Game Drives Search for wildlife in an open-air safari vehicle in Hwange National Park. Professional guides accompany guests in search of wildlife during day and night game drives. Guests are escorted through the Hwange region in an open game drive vehicle that safely transports them to all the wildlife hotspots. Your guide is an expert in the field and will share niche knowledge with you while tailoring your journey to what interests you most. Game drives are either half-day, full-day, or in the evening for nocturnal game viewing.
Guided Walk The flat plains that Nantwich is known for make an excellent environment for guided bush walks. The terrain is comfortable to traverse and wildlife is easily viewable. Expert guides ensure that guests are safe on these walks while sharing their unique insights about this remote area. Unique to the area are the natural springs close by.
Day 7: End of Itinerary
Enjoy your final breakfast before being transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.
