Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe · Safari

7-Day Zimbabwe Safari with Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park

7 Days Round trip from WV32+FGV Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience the majestic Victoria Falls
02 Enjoy a breathtaking sunset cruise along the Zambezi River
03 Explore Hwange National Park for exceptional wildlife sightings
04 Join safari walks and game drives in one of Africa's richest wildlife regions
05 Visit a rural village and enjoy a cultural experience in Victoria Falls

Embark on a 7-day safari through Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park, staying in luxury tented accommodation and a deluxe lodge along the way. Experience the majestic Victoria Falls, enjoy activities such as Devil's Pool, canopy adventures, a rural cultural village tour, and a safari night drive. Continue into Hwange National Park for safari walks, game drives, and exceptional wildlife viewing in one of Africa's richest safari regions. End your journey back in Victoria Falls with a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River before your onward flight via Johannesburg.

Spend the sunset cruising along the Zambezi River as you enjoy your last evening in Zimbabwe or the SADC region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park

Languages English, German, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival at Victoria Falls and Luxury Tented Camp Stay

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, you will be met and greeted by your host guide and transferred by car to your special tented camp, located within the safari plant life of Victoria Falls National Park.
Here, you will be dropped off at your idyllic retreat, located just a few minutes away from the enormous and majestic Victoria Falls.
Upon arrival at The Elephant Camp, you will be welcomed at reception with a stimulating welcome beverage before being assisted to your Luxury Tented Suite for your two-night stay.
You will have the remainder of the day at leisure. You may choose to rest in the comfort of your suite or explore and enjoy one of the activities included in your daily rate:
- Depart for majestic Victoria Falls and indulge at Devil's Pool, or
- Enjoy canopy tours such as ziplining, bungee jumping, gorge swinging, white-water rafting, and crocodile cage diving. Note: Other activities not included in the budget or daily rates can be done at your own expense.
- Depart for a drum and dance experience.
- Depart for a sunset cruise.

Day 02

Wildlife Sanctuary, Village Experience and Night Safari

After breakfast, depart for the Lion & Wildlife Sanctuary.
Continue with the Victoria Falls Rural & Cultural Tour for a village experience.
After supper, go on a safari night drive.
Return to the lodge for your overnight stay.

Day 03

Journey from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park

Awaken to the serene surroundings of Victoria Falls National Park as you begin your next adventure today. Once you have freshened up and enjoyed a mouth-watering breakfast at your tented camp, depart by car for the overwhelming wilderness of Hwange National Park.
The road takes you through villages and wildlife corridors of Zimbabwe as you approach this astonishing national park.
Check in at the safari camp and enjoy a meet and greet with a refreshing welcome drink, which can be savoured while overlooking the wildlife-rich waterhole in front of the camp.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, getting settled in and enjoying the comforts of your tented camp before a delicious dinner is served under the African sparkly night.
Alternatively, embark on your first sunset safari game drive before a safari dinner is served at your camp.

Day 04

Safari Walks and Game Drives in Hwange National Park

Experience and enjoy wildlife, safari walking, and flora on both safari walks and safari drives.
Hwange National Park is a dedicated nature "nirvana" covering 14,651 unfenced square kilometres in western Zimbabwe. The park extends westward to link with the Kasane Forest and Chobe region of neighbouring Botswana. This glorious national park rightfully boasts the highest concentration of wildlife species - mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects - of any safari region in Africa.
Hwange National Park has earned a worldwide reputation for its large resident herds of buffalo, its predators, and, more significantly, its vast numbers of African elephants.

Day 05

Return to Victoria Falls and Zambezi Sunset Cruise

Wake up to the natural enlightenment surrounding the luxurious tented camp as you enjoy your last morning game drive, or simply spend the morning at leisure enjoying the camp facilities.
After breakfast, check out and proceed back to Victoria Falls by car.
On arrival at Ilala Lodge Hotel, you will be met and assisted to your Deluxe Double Room for your overnight stay.
Spend the sunset cruising along the Zambezi River as you enjoy your last evening in Zimbabwe or the SADC region.

Day 06

Departure via Johannesburg

Arise to the sounds of birdlife, animals, water, and the roar of Victoria Falls in the natural surroundings. Enjoy a tasty breakfast before your road transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport.
Upon arrival at the airport, connect with your direct flight to Johannesburg, South Africa.
On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, proceed to the International Departures Terminal (A) and connect with your international flight home.