Zimbabwe · Safari

12-Day Zimbabwe Safari Tour with Victoria Falls and Great Zimbabwe

12 Days Round trip from Harare Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the bustling Mbare Market in Harare
  • 02 Discover the beautiful landscapes of Nyanga National Park in the Eastern Highlands
  • 03 Visit Victoria Falls, Mosi-oa-Tunya, and enjoy a Zambezi sunset cruise
  • 04 Spot wildlife and birdlife in Matopo National Park and Hwange National Park

Embark on this adventure to see the best of Zimbabwe, visiting the many sites that make a trip to the country a treat at any time of year. Among the most unforgettable experiences is your visit to one of the Seven Natural Wonders, Victoria Falls, better known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke that Thunders). You will also explore Nyanga National Park in the Eastern Highlands, Matopo National Park, and Hwange National Park.

Among the most unforgettable experiences is your visit to one of the Seven Natural Wonders, Victoria Falls, better known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke that Thunders).

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Bulawayo, Harare, Masvingo, Victoria Falls, Nyanga, Matobo National Park, Hwange National Park, Zambezi National Park
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Harare and Hotel Transfer

  • On arrival in Harare, you will be transferred to check in at the Holiday Inn Hotel.
  • Depending on your arrival time, we may visit the local art galleries or Mbare Market, which is well known for its trade in assorted items as well as its museum.
2
Day 02

Harare to Nyanga National Park

  • Depart from your hotel in Harare at 07:30 AM after breakfast.
  • We will then head towards Nyanga National Park, which is a perfect recreational getaway. This region's main attraction is its fabulous scenery and beautiful landscapes, making it a hiker's wonderland. The absence of dangerous wildlife allows visitors to walk and explore. Stay at Troutbeck Resort.
3
Day 03

Explore Nyanga National Park

  • We will continue our exploration of Nyanga National Park. The Eastern Highlands are located on Zimbabwe's eastern border, covering 300 km from north to south. This part of Zimbabwe is famous for its beautiful landscape of rolling hills, rugged mountains, and national parks. Nyanga National Park tour fees are included in the package.
4
Day 04

Hiking in Nyanga National Park

  • Today, we will continue exploring Nyanga National Park. We will hike and tour the natural landscape and spend our last night at Troutbeck Resort before heading out to Masvingo.
5
Day 05

Nyanga National Park to Great Zimbabwe

  • Departure at 10:00 AM towards Masvingo, where Great Zimbabwe is located. Built between 1100 and 1200 AD, the ruins are regarded as the best archaeological finding in Africa and the place from which Zimbabwe derived its present name. Stay at the Great Zimbabwe Hotel.
6
Day 06

Great Zimbabwe to Matopo National Park

  • After Masvingo's Great Zimbabwe tour, drive to Bulawayo, the second-largest city in Zimbabwe. This is home to the Khami ruins and monuments. The site represents one of Southern Africa's great empires at its peak from 1450 to 1650. Matopo National Park is a small park with Cecil John Rhodes' final resting place. It also has great landscapes and cultural sites with Bushman paintings. The park is home to black and white rhinos, as well as the highest number of hyenas in Zimbabwe.
7
Day 07

Khami Ruins and Matopo National Park

  • On this day, we will continue our tour of the Khami ruins and Matopo National Park.
8
Day 08

Matopo National Park to Hwange National Park

  • Depart from Matopo in the morning at 11:00 AM and drive towards Hwange National Park, which is 180 km from Victoria Falls. Staying at Sable Sands Lodge will give you the best opportunity to enjoy the predominant wildlife in the park.
9
Day 09

Explore Hwange National Park

  • On this day, we continue our tour of Hwange National Park.
10
Day 10

Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls

  • Depart from Hwange and explore the adventure capital, Victoria Falls.
  • Experience the Zambezi sunset cruise and take a guided tour of the Falls. Also, enjoy an elephant ride experience in a beautiful setting.
  • Take a game drive at Zambezi National Park before checking in at Nkosi Guest Lodge or Bayete Guest Lodge for the two nights we spend in Victoria Falls.
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Day 11

Victoria Falls and Zambezi National Park

  • On this day, we continue our exploration of Victoria Falls.
  • Enjoy a game drive in the evening at Zambezi National Park before returning to your hotel.
12
Day 12

Departure from Victoria Falls

  • We will check out at 10:00 AM, and you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. This is the day when we bid farewell, hoping to meet once more in the future.
Victoria Falls, Great Zimbabwe ruins, Nyanga National Park landscapes, Hwange National Park

Where this trip takes you

Victoria Falls, Great Zimbabwe ruins, Nyanga National Park landscapes, Hwange National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Harare 8 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Services of a Zimbabwe tour guide
  • All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Stay as indicated in the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Taxes
  • Personal items
  • Air tickets and visas

Know before you go

  • This tour will be carried out with a minimum of 15 travellers.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Harare, Zimbabwe
Tour start
Harare, Zimbabwe
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Harare.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,000.00 — $3,800.00
Double Sharing $3,000.00 — $3,800.00

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