REDISCOVER THE BEAUTY AND ALLURE OF ZIMBABWE IN 13 DAYS.

Discover the magic of Zimbabwe while on an intimate tour through this breathtakingly beautiful country. Venture into Zimbabwe’s most famous national parks such as Hwange and Matobo National Park. Learn more about Zimbabwe’s fascinating history on a visit to the 900-year-old Great Zimbabwe Ruins rumored to be the capital of the legendary Queen of Sheba and also the namesake of the nations, Zimbabwe comes from a Shona word for” big houses of stone”. Throughout your trip, you will experience true Zimbabwean hospitality.

Small group lodge safari – minimum 4 pax – maximum 12 pax.

Starts in Victoria Falls and end in Harare.

2023 Cost:

$4370 per person sharing a room

Single supplement: $1135 per person

Meals included:

12 x breakfast, 10 x lunch, 11 x dinner

DEPARTURE DATES 2023

D – German guided departures / GD – Guaranteed departures

 ITINERARY

 DAY 1: VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE                                                                                                                                             

On arrival into Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon may be spent at leisure enjoying one of the many activities available in Victoria Falls. This evening you will meet your guide and the rest of your group at the lodge at 18h00 for your pre-departure meeting.

Accommodation:         Ilala Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

Lunch & Dinner:           For your own account

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN VICTORIA FALLS

Below is a list of some of the most popular optional activities on offer in Victoria Falls. Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. All activities are subject to availability and may require a minimum amount of passengers to operate. Certain activities only operate at specific times of the year. Please contact our reservation office for further information.

15 Minute Helicopter Flight                   Flying Fox (Cable Slide)

22 Minute Helicopter Flight                   Gorge Swing

Boma Dinner incl. transfers                     Zip Line

Canopy Tour                                              Horse Back Safaris (novice)

Dinner Cruise                                             Canoeing (full day)

Bungee Jump                                              Rafting (full day, low water)

Bridge Swing                                               Rafting (full day, high water)

Bridge Slide                                                 Batoka Gorge Hike and Ndebele Village Tour

Historical Bridge Tour                               Traditional Village Tour

DAY 2: VICTORIA FALLS                                                                                        BD

Today you will have some time at leisure to explore Victoria Falls, the town and all of its unique offerings, from adventure activities to cultural experiences. Your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. In the afternoon we embark on a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, basking in the afterglow of the day.

 Accommodation:         Ilala Lodge or similar

Breakfast:                         Included

Lunch:                                For your own account

Dinner:                               At Zambezi House

DAY 3: VICTORIA FALLS TO LAKE KARIBA                                                  BLD

Our journey today brings us to the shores of Lake Kariba. It is one of the world’s largest man-made lakes and a place of outstanding beauty. At over 220 km long and 30 km at its widest point it is no wonder it is referred to as an inland sea! The lake is nested in mountains, guarded by enormous reserves of game and made beautiful and savage by sun and storm, as well as by earth and water.  After lunch we arrive at Masumu River Lodge, which is in a spectacular location with magnificent views over the islands and waters of Lake Kariba’s western side.

Departure: 08h00                     Distance:   290 km

Accommodation:        Masumu River Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms,                                                             swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

Breakfast:                      At Ilala Lodge or similar

Lunch:                             Prepared by the guide en-route

Dinner:                            At Masumu River Lodge or similar

DAY 4: LAKE KARIBA                                                                                          BLD

Spend the day relaxing at the pool, or option to partake in many of the optional activities. Afternoon sunset cruise on Lake Kariba with game-viewing opportunities.

Accommodation:        Masumu River Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms,                                                             swimming pool, bar & restaurant)

 Breakfast:                      Included

Lunch:                              Included

Dinner:                             Included

DAY 5 & 6: LAKE KARIBA TO HWANGE NATIONAL PARK                               BLD

This morning we make our way to the Northern Section of Hwange National Park. Over the following two days, we will have plenty of time to explore this vast wilderness on game drives. Hwange National Park is one of Africa’s finest havens for wildlife and is home to great herds of elephant, buffalo, and zebra and has a very large concentration of giraffe. It is also home to many predators and endangered species plus varied birdlife.

The whole of the next day is spent exploring this magnificent area on a full day game drive in Hwange National Park.

Departure:08h00                     Distance:         300 km                          

Accommodation:         Nantwich or similar (chalets with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool &                                                  bar area)

Day 5

Breakfast:                        Before departure from Kariba

Lunch & Dinner:           At Nantwich or similar

Day 6

Breakfast & Dinner:      At Nantwich or similar

Lunch:                                Lunch pack on game drive

DAY 7 & 8:          HWANGE NATIONAL PARK                                           BLD

Today we head off to our lodge situated in a private concession near Hwange National Park.

On the next day, we will visit the Painted Dog Conservation Centre to witness the work that is done to protect this endangered species. If time allows, you can partake in an open vehicle game drive on the concession in the afternoon.

Departure:   08h00                   Distance:   180 km

Accommodation:         Sable Sands or similar (cabins with en-suite bathrooms, plunge pool &                                                    dining room area)

Day 7

Breakfast:               Before departure

Lunch:                     Lunch Pack from Nantwich

Dinner:                    At Sable Sands or similar        

 Day 8

All meals:               At Sable Sands or similar

DAY 9-10: MATOBO HILLS                                                                                    BLD

After breakfast, we travel southwards to the majestic Matobo Hills, an area of exquisite beauty, steeped in tribal history, ancient mystery and dramatic rock landscapes. The national park has been given UNESCO World Heritage status and is home to both white and black rhinoceros, sable antelope and the world’s densest population of leopard. Birdlife is prolific and includes the highest concentration of black eagles in the world. Once the home of the San (Bushman), this area contains the richest source of the rock art found anywhere. Not only is it here that the Ndebele people buried their great king, Mzilikazi, but Cecil John Rhodes was also laid to rest on the “Hill of the Benevolent Spirit” or “World’s View” as named by him.

We spend the next day in the national park, starting our morning with tracking rhino spoor by vehicle and foot. In the afternoon we further explore the scenery and wildlife of the park on game drives, ending with a visit to Rhodes’ grave.

Departure:   08h00                     Distance 340 km

Accommodation:        Camp Amalinda or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, restaurant,                                                 bar, & swimming pool)

Day 9

Breakfast:                                  Before departure from Hwange

Lunch:                                        Prepared by the guide en-route

Dinner:                                       At Camp Amalinda or similar

Day 10

Breakfast & Dinner:              At Camp Amalinda or similar

Lunch:                                        Lunch pack on game drive

DAY 11: MATOBO HILLS TO GREAT ZIMBABWE                                                 BLD

This morning we drive to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins located close to Masvingo.   According to an age-old legend the ruins were built to replicate the palace of the Queen of Sheba in Jerusalem, and are a unique testimony to the Bantu civilization of the Shona between the 11th and 15th centuries. They cover an area of 1800 acres and are some of the oldest and largest structures located in Southern Africa. We have the opportunity to explore these ancient ruins, before checking in to our accommodation for the night.

Departure:   07h00                 Distance:        360 km                               

Accommodation:        Lodge at the Ancient City or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms,                                                     swimming pool, restaurant, & bar)

Meals:

Breakfast:                       Before departure

Lunch:                              Prepared by guide en-route

Dinner:                             At Lodge of the Ancient City or similar

DAY 12:     GREAT ZIMBABWE TO BUSHMAN ROCK                                                   BLD

We travel towards Harare to the Bushman Rock Estate, operational since the mid 1900’s it is one of the few estate wineries in the country. After we have settled into our rooms, we have the option to walk to the Bushman Rock, where we can explore the ancient art adorned caves and granite kopjies. After the walk high tea is served on the veranda. In the late afternoon we take a leisurely guided walk through the vineyards to the pontoon, for a sundowner cruise. Thereafter we get to sample up to nine of the estates private wines on a tutored wine tasting, followed by 3 course dinner.

Departure:   08h00                   Distance:        370 km                               

Accommodation:        Bushman Rock or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool                                             and tea garden)

Meals:

Breakfast:                       Before departure

Lunch:                              Prepared by guide en-route

Dinner:                             At Bushman Rock or similar

DAY 13: HARARE, END OF TOUR                                                                                        B          Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred to Harare International Airport in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!

OPTIONAL ADD-ON:   4 DAY MANA POOLS:   $1655 per person

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