This 11 Days Best of Zimbabwe Luxury Safari Tours starts at the mighty Victoria Falls, followed by three nights in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest and most diverse national park. From Hwange, fly to Lake Kariba, a water wilderness, before finishing with three nights at Mana Pools National Park. Mana Pools National Park is one of Zimbabwe's premier wildlife parks and a mecca for experiencing wildlife up close! Join us for ten days of superb wildlife encounters and a day experiencing one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World!
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari adventure combines exquisite accommodations with extraordinary wildlife encounters across four iconic destinations: Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Lake Kariba, and Mana Pools National Park. Each location on this Zimbabwe Luxury Safari offers distinct ecosystems and unique wildlife viewing opportunities, from elephant herds to prowling predators.
This comprehensive Zimbabwe Luxury Safari itinerary balances thrilling game drives, water activities, and cultural experiences with moments of tranquility at exclusive lodges and camps. Accompanied by expert guides who share their profound knowledge of Zimbabwe's wilderness, you'll discover the rhythm of the African bush while enjoying personalized service and attention to detail throughout your journey.
Day 1-2: Visit the Victoria Falls
Day 3-5: Game viewing in Hwange National Park
Day 6-7: Relaxing boat safaris on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe's inland ocean
Day 8-10: Safari in Mana Pools National Park
Day 11: Departure from Victoria Falls with lasting memories
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari begins as you arrive at Victoria Falls Airport, where you'll be greeted by your guide for a 25-minute transfer to your exclusive lodge. This first day of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari includes a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, offering spectacular views and wildlife sightings. As your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari adventure commences, enjoy a welcome dinner at your lodge overlooking the spray of Mosi-oa-Tunya, preparing you for the experiences that await.
Today your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari continues with a guided tour of the magnificent Victoria Falls, a 2–3-hour experience walking along the misty pathways. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari itinerary includes lunch at the historic Victoria Falls Hotel, followed by an afternoon helicopter flight known locally as "Flight of Angels" for a bird's-eye view of the falls. The evening of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari offers a traditional boma dinner accompanied by local dance performances, immersing you in Zimbabwean culture.
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari journey continues with a scenic 2.5-hour drive through rural landscapes to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest wildlife sanctuary. Upon arrival at your exclusive Zimbabwe Luxury Safari camp, enjoy lunch before embarking on your first game drive in this elephant paradise. The evening Zimbabwe Luxury Safari experience includes sundowners at Nyamandlovu Pan, famous for its large elephant herds, followed by a starlit dinner at your private camp.
Wake early on your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari for a full-day game drive exploring the diverse ecosystems of Hwange, from dense teak forests to open vleis. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari vehicle traverses the park's extensive network of waterholes, including the famous Kennedy Vlei and Dom Pan, prime spots for predator sightings. This day of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari focuses on tracking lions, cheetahs, and wild dogs with your expert guide, who shares insights about Hwange's conservation success stories.
Experience your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari from a different perspective with a morning guided bush walk, an intimate 3–4-hour journey into the wilderness. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari continues with an exclusive visit to a local anti-poaching unit, learning about conservation efforts protecting Hwange's precious wildlife. The afternoon Zimbabwe Luxury Safari activity offers a specialized photography safari at Main Camp's underground hide, perfectly positioned for capturing close-up wildlife images at eye level.
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari adventure shifts today with a 3-hour drive followed by a spectacular 45-minute flight to Lake Kariba, arriving at Matusadona National Park on the lake's southern shore. This segment of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari introduces you to Zimbabwe's inland ocean, where you'll board a private houseboat, your floating luxury accommodation. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari experience continues with an afternoon boat cruise to Sanyati Gorge, observing elephants, hippos, and crocodiles along the shoreline.
Today's Zimbabwe Luxury Safari activities center around exploring Lake Kariba's hidden bays and inlets on a tender boat. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari guide leads you on a 2-hour morning fishing expedition, attempting to catch the famous tiger fish in waters surrounded by the dramatic Matusadona mountains. The afternoon Zimbabwe Luxury Safari experience includes a game drive in Matusadona National Park, an area known for its high concentration of lions and buffalo herds, before returning to your houseboat for a sunset dinner cruise.
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari journey continues with a 1-hour boat transfer followed by a 40-minute light aircraft flight to the remote Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival at your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari tented camp along the Zambezi River, enjoy lunch while observing elephants and buffalo coming to drink. Your evening Zimbabwe Luxury Safari activity includes a gentle canoe excursion along the river channels, drifting silently past bathing elephants and countless bird species.
Experience the magic of Mana Pools on your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari with a full-day game drive through the park's iconic floodplains and forests of albida trees. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari vehicle explores the Four Main Pools (mana means "four" in Shona) that give the park its name, attracting diverse wildlife during the dry season. This day of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari offers exceptional opportunities to observe the famous walking elephants of Mana Pools reaching up to feed on albida pods, a behavior unique to this region.
The penultimate day of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari features a guided walking safari, a signature activity in Mana Pools National Park and an unforgettable 4-hour wilderness experience. Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari continues with a visit to Chitake Springs, a legendary gathering place for predators and prey, located a 1.5-hour drive from your camp. The final evening of your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari includes a special farewell dinner under the stars, reflecting on your journey through Zimbabwe's most magnificent landscapes.
Your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari concludes with a morning light aircraft flight back to Victoria Falls, a scenic 1.5-hour journey over the Zambezi Valley. Before your Zimbabwe Luxury Safari ends, enjoy some last-minute souvenir shopping at the local craft market, just a 15-minute drive from the airport. As your unforgettable Zimbabwe Luxury Safari comes to a close, your guide assists with check-in procedures at Victoria Falls Airport, bidding you farewell with memories to last a lifetime.