5 Days Zimbabwe Tour of Hwange and Lake Kariba
This 5 Days Zimbabwe Tour of Hwange and Lake Kariba is the perfect add-on to a stay in Victoria Falls. Experience wonderful game drives and walks in Hwange National Park, and then a quick hop will take you to Lake Kariba to enjoy water activities. Some of the best animals spotted in Hwange 's grasslands and mopane woods are large elephant herds, lions and African wild dogs. While in Kariba, you can spend your days cruising on the water or meandering the surroundings on a walking safari, or try your hand at catch-and-release fishing.
You will go on an exclusive Zimbabwe Tour that combines the untamed wilderness of Hwange National Park with the serene waters of Lake Kariba. This meticulously crafted journey takes you through Zimbabwe's premier wildlife destinations, offering intimate encounters with Africa's most magnificent creatures from the comfort of luxury safari accommodations.
Your Zimbabwe Tour seamlessly blends land and water safari experiences, from tracking lions in Hwange's diverse landscapes to cruising alongside hippos on Lake Kariba's crystal waters. Stay at the prestigious Somalisa Camp and Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, where luxury meets wilderness in perfect harmony.
This Zimbabwe Tour provides unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities in two distinct ecosystems. Whether watching elephants at a waterhole in Hwange or fishing in Lake Kariba's productive waters, each moment is crafted to deliver authentic African experiences.
Tour highlights
Game drives and walking safaris in Hwange National Park
Sunset cruises on Lake Kariba
Premium wildlife viewing opportunities in two distinct ecosystems
Scenic flight transfers between destinations
Cultural visits to local communities
Catch-and-release fishing experiences
Star-gazing from exclusive viewing decks
Price Includes:
- Park entrance fees
- All mentioned activities
- Ground transport in 4WD custom vehicle
- Bottled water in a safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation as specified
- English-speaking driver-guide services
- Driver allowances
- All scheduled activities except optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Zimbabwe Visa
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses (gratuities, beverages)
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
Itinary in details
- DayDay 1Pick up from Victoria Falls and Transfer to Hwange National Park
Begin your Zimbabwe Tour with a 45-minute flight from Victoria Falls to Hwange Manga airstrip. This Zimbabwe Tour continues with a transfer to a Camp, nestled in the heart of Hwange National Park (30-minute drive). Your Zimbabwe Tour's first evening includes a game drive through Zimbabwe's largest national park, covering 14,650 square kilometers.
- DayDay 2Game Viewing in Hwange National Park
Your Zimbabwe Tour continues with a full-day exploration of Hwange's diverse landscapes, from dense teak forests to open plains. This Zimbabwe Tour Day includes morning and afternoon game drives, covering approximately 100 km of prime wildlife territory. Your Zimbabwe Tour experience is enhanced by expert guides sharing their deep knowledge of the park's ecosystem.
- DayDay 3Transfer to Lake Kariba
Your Zimbabwe Tour shifts from land to water with a scenic 1-hour flight to Lake Kariba. This Zimbabwe Tour journey takes you to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, perched 55 meters above the shoreline. Your Zimbabwe Tour Day concludes with a sunset cruise on Africa's largest man-made lake by volume.
- DayDay 4Wildlife Safari and Cruising in Lake Kariba
Continue your Zimbabwe Tour with a full day of land and water activities around Lake Kariba. This Zimbabwe Tour Day combines game drives in the private concession with water-based activities on the 5,580-square-kilometer lake. Your Zimbabwe Tour experience includes encounters with both aquatic and terrestrial wildlife in their natural habitat.
- DayDay 5End of your Zimbabwe Tour
Conclude your Zimbabwe Tour with a morning activity at Bumi Hills before your 1.5-hour flight back to Victoria Falls. This Zimbabwe Tour's final moments offer the last glimpses of Lake Kariba's stunning landscape. Your Zimbabwe Tour ends at Victoria Falls International Airport.