7 Days Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari to Hwange and Mana Pools
Our 7 Days Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari to Hwange and Mana Pools blends the best of Zimbabwe’s wild landscapes. Spend 3 nights at a camp in Hwange, safari in Hwange National Park with thrilling game drives and walking safaris amid elephants. Then, transfer to Zambezi Expeditions for 3 nights along the Zambezi River in Mana Pools National Park, where canoeing, fishing, and close encounters with wildlife await. This journey offers an intimate, immersive safari experience across two iconic locations. Features on free night accommodation.
Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari adventure begins at Victoria Falls and continues to a Camp in Hwange National Park, home to one of Africa's largest elephant populations and diverse predators. The expert guides at each destination transform your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari into an educational journey, sharing their profound knowledge of the ecosystem while ensuring close yet respectful wildlife encounters in these pristine wilderness areas.
This carefully crafted Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari culminates at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mana Pools, where you'll experience the unique thrill of canoeing on the Zambezi River and walking safaris in the company of expert guides. From luxury tented camps to gourmet bush cuisine and exceptional wildlife viewing, every aspect of this Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari has been designed to create lasting memories of wild Zimbabwe.
Tour highlights
Scenic charter flights between premier wildlife destinations
Luxury tented accommodation at Camps
Walking safaris with expert guides in Hwange National Park
Close encounters with Hwange's famous elephant herds
Authentic bush camping experience at Zambezi Expeditions
Canoeing safaris on the mighty Zambezi River
Game drives in the legendary Mana Pools floodplains
Opportunities to observe unique "standing" elephants of Mana Pools
Professional guides renowned for their knowledge and expertise
Day and night game drives in prime wildlife territory
Price Includes:
- All scheduled charter flights between destinations
- Park fees and conservation levies
- All scheduled safari activities as mentioned
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during game drives and activities
- Full board accommodation at luxury tented camps
- Professional English-speaking guides and trackers
- Canoe safari equipment and safety briefings
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Zimbabwe Visa (where applicable)
- International and connecting flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not specified
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond the provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Transfer from Victoria Falls to a booked Camp
Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari begins with a warm welcome at Victoria Falls Airport, where you'll board a scenic 45-minute charter flight (approximately 150km) to Manga Airstrip in Hwange National Park. This exclusive Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari experience provides aerial views of Zimbabwe's largest national park before landing near the Camp, situated in the heart of Hwange's game-rich Linkwasha Concession. Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari adventure continues with an afternoon game drive exploring the Kennedy Vlei area, known locally as "Dzivanini" (place of abundant water), where large elephant herds gather, followed by a welcome dinner under the African stars.
- Day2Game Drive in Hwange National Park
Day two of your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari features a full-day exploration of Hwange's diverse ecosystems, beginning with an early morning walking safari led by an armed professional guide. Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari experience is enhanced as you track wildlife on foot through the ancient teak forests of the Sikumi area, located approximately 10km from camp. The afternoon Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari activity includes a game drive to Ngweshla Pan, a natural water source attracting numerous wildlife species, where you might witness the incredible interaction between predators and prey in this pristine wilderness.
- Day3Another Game Drive in Hwange National Park
Today's Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari adventures take you deeper into Hwange's remote sectors, with a morning game drive to the famous Cecil's Pan area, known locally as "Matambo aNyati" (Buffalo Horns), located about 25km from camp. This exclusive Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari Day offers opportunities to encounter Hwange's lion prides, wild dogs, and diverse plains game in their natural habitat. Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari experience continues with an evening night drive after dinner, when nocturnal species emerge and predators begin their hunting activities, providing a different perspective of the African wilderness.
- Day4Fly from Hwange National Park to Mana Pools National Park
The Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari transitions today with a morning charter flight from Hwange to Mana Pools National Park, covering approximately 300km in a 1.5-hour scenic flight over Zimbabwe's northern wilderness. This Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari transfer offers spectacular aerial views of Lake Kariba and the Zambezi Valley before landing at Dandawa Airstrip, where your Zambezi Expeditions guide awaits. Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari adventure continues with arrival at the riverside camp, followed by an afternoon game drive along the floodplains of "Mana Hupenyu" (Four Pools of Life), where elephants perform their famous "standing" feeding behavior.
- Day5Zambezi River Canoeing Safari
Experience a highlight of your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari with a full-day canoeing adventure on the mighty Zambezi River, paddling approximately 15km downstream through the channel known locally as "Rwizi Rukuru" (Great River). This immersive Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari activity allows close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and elephants coming to drink along the riverbanks. Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari guides, with their expert knowledge of river navigation, ensure safety while sharing insights about the intricate river ecosystem, followed by a memorable bush lunch on a sandbank and return to camp by vehicle in the late afternoon.
- Day6Walking Safari in Mana Pools
Your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari continues with a signature Mana Pools walking safari, exploring the ancient albida forests along the Zambezi floodplain, known locally as "Vusango" (The Forest). This remarkable Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari experience takes you approximately 8km on foot through areas inaccessible by vehicle, where you might encounter the legendary bull elephants of Mana. The afternoon Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari activity includes a game drive to Long Pool, the largest of Mana's four permanent water bodies, where large concentrations of wildlife gather, especially during the dry season.
- Day7Fly from Mana Pools to Harare and End of Tour
The final day of your Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari begins with an optional early morning game drive or walk near camp to bid farewell to this remarkable ecosystem. Your transformative Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari experience concludes with a hearty breakfast before boarding your charter flight at approximately 8:30 AM for the 1-hour journey (approximately 220km) from Mana Pools to Harare International Airport. Reflecting on your incredible Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari adventure, you'll arrive in Harare by 10:30 AM, in time to connect with international departures to Johannesburg or other destinations.