9 Day Best of Zimbabwe Safari

Stay: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (1 Night)

Begin your adventure in Victoria Falls, where you'll be met at the airport and transferred to the iconic Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, just 3 km from the thundering falls. The lodge overlooks a popular waterhole in the Zambezi National Park, regularly visited by elephants, buffalo and other wildlife – a safari welcome from your very first day.

The lodge combines prime location with elegant comfort, and each room has a balcony for uninterrupted views. You can dine at the award-winning MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant or opt for a cultural culinary experience at The Boma – Place of Eating, where traditional cuisine and music make for a memorable night.

Spend your time exploring the rainforest trails around the Falls, take a scenic flight, or enjoy sunset cruises on the Zambezi River. Optional activities include white-water rafting, bungee jumping, or a village visit

Stay: Somalisa Expeditions (3 Nights)

After breakfast, you'll transfer by road to Hwange National Park, the crown jewel of Zimbabwe's national parks and renowned for its vast elephant herds and predator sightings. The park is part of the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area and home to more than 100 mammal species, including lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, giraffe, zebra, and African wild dog.

You'll stay at Somalisa Expeditions, a classic tented camp in the heart of the park. The camp's six Meru-style tents are raised on decks and offer en-suite bathrooms and open views of the savannah. The elephant pool in front of camp is often the scene of unforgettable close-up encounters with Hwange's famous giants.

Enjoy twice-daily game drives, optional walking safaris, and the chance to see Hwange's unique mix of woodland and open plains habitats. Experienced guides bring the bush to life with their deep knowledge and passion for conservation.

Stay: Kanga Expeditions (3 Nights)

Your safari continues with a scenic charter flight to Mana Pools, a World Heritage Site famed for its floodplains, riverine forests, and high densities of wildlife. The park is a haven for walking safaris and canoeing, offering a more intimate and adventurous safari experience.

You'll stay at Kanga Expeditions, a seasonal tented camp set beside Kanga Pan – the only year-round water source for miles, making it a wildlife magnet in the dry season. With just six Meru-style tents, the camp offers seclusion and front-row wildlife viewing from your private deck or the upper-level lounge under a mahogany tree.

From Kanga, explore inland pans, dry riverbeds, and open plains on game drives and foot safaris. Encounters with lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and endangered wild dogs are common, and the pan itself is a hotspot for late-night wildlife sightings while dining under the stars.

Stay: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (1 Night)

After breakfast, fly back to Victoria Falls for your final night at the Safari Lodge. Relax, enjoy another stunning sunset, or squeeze in a last walk to the Falls before your departure the following morning.

This 9-Day Best of Zimbabwe Safari is a flexible trip idea, not a fixed itinerary. We've suggested a comfortable timeframe at each destination, but you can extend or shorten your stay, upgrade accommodations, or add experiences like a Zambezi River canoeing safari or a guided tour of Great Zimbabwe ruins. Whether you're after a luxury lodge experience or a more rustic tented safari, we'll tailor the journey to your interests and budget.

Prices vary depending on your travel dates, room type, and add-ons.

This cost estimate is per person sharing and is intended as a guideline only.

We include all accommodation, road and air transfers, meals on safari, and a charter flight between Hwange and Mana Pools in your quote.

Booking through us is often more cost-effective than going direct, and you'll benefit from expert planning and support.

You'll receive a detailed, no-obligation proposal that includes:

• A full itinerary with day-by-day breakdown
• Photos of your room(s)
• A cost summary
• Information on what's included and excluded
• Our company background and how to book