Best of
Zimbabwe
Trip Details
Johannesburg | Hwange National Park | Zambezi National Park | Victoria Falls
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Discover
- Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
- Hwange National Park and its abundance of wildlife.
Experience
- Game viewing on the Elephant Express rail car, the first of its kind in Hwange National Park.
- The culture of Zimbabwe with a visit to Ngamo Village.
- A unique combination of game viewing and hands-on conservation on the Ngamo Plains, known as a “Pump run”.
- Sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River.
Taste
- Traditional African “sundowners” - drinks as the sun sets in the bush.
- Delicious three course bush dinner, served under the African sky.
Day 1 - Johannesburg
On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the 4 star DaVinci Hotel and Suites on Nelson Mandela Square.
Accommodation: DaVinci Hotel and Suites – Standard Room
Day 2 - Victoria Falls / Nehimba Lodge
Transfer to Johannesburg Airport for your regional flight Victoria Falls. On arrival you will be met for your 4-hour road transfer to Nehimba Lodge, in the North-West of Hwange National Park, famed for its large elephant herds.
Dinner will be served out under the African sky near the lodge waterhole. After dinner, there will be a night drive around the concession to spot nocturnal wildlife.
Accommodation: Nehimba Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Nehimba Lodge
Head out with your guide for a game drive and walk, exploring the Northern part of Hwange National Park.
Later in the afternoon you will head out on a game drive within the park, ending with refreshments and canapés at sunset at one of the famed waterholes.
Accommodation: Nehimba Lodge – Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Camelthorn Lodge
Depart this morning to the areas famed big cats - Lion, Leopard and Cheetah. After lunch depart on a scenic road and rail game viewing transfer. This is a two-hour ride down the railway line, game viewing all the way to Camelthorn Lodge in the South-East Hwange National Park.
Take an afternoon game drive into Hwange National Park ending up at the unique “look up blind” at Stoffie’s Pan for sunset drinks and snacks,
Accommodation: Camelthorn Lodge - Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Camelthorn Lodge
Embark in your game drive vehicle for Ngamo Village, where you will have the chance to experience a very real interaction with the local villagers.
Lunch at the lodge and time to relax. Later depart on another exciting game drive around the famed Ngamo plains.
Accommodation: Camelthorn Lodge - Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Camelthorn Lodge
Start your day early as you depart with a day pack for a full-day experience in a remote area of the park - a one of a kind ‘pump run’ with a picnic and siesta under the trees at Mfagazaan Pan.
Accommodation: Camelthorn Lodge - Standard Room (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Camelthorn Lodge / Zambezi Sands River Camp
Depart on foot, on a guided early morning walk before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Then drive to the airstrip to for a small plane charter flight over Hwange. On arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, connect with your road transfer through the Zambezi National Park, spotting wildlife en-route to the luxury Matetsi Victoria Falls, on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Depart on a late afternoon game drive, stopping off at a scenic spot to watch the sun set over the river with sunset drinks.
Accommodation: Matetsi Victoria Falls – River Lodge Suite (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Zambezi Sands River Camp
Take a guided tour of the Victoria Falls one of Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Lunch and time for relaxation. Later depart on a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River near the camp followed by dinner at the lodge.
Accommodation: Matetsi Victoria Falls – River Lodge Suite (B, L, D)
Day 9 - Victoria Falls / Johannesburg
Take the scenic road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport to connect with your scheduled flight to Johannesburg.(B)
Add-Ons
Cape Town
We suggest you enhance your African experience with a 3 or 4 night stay in Cape Town to allow sufficient time to experience all the city has to offer and to experience the diversity that is Africa.
Cape Town is the most popular tourist destination in South Africa due to its good climate, culture and scenic beauty. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists including Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula, a drive a long Chapman's Peak, a visit to Boulder's Beach to see the adorable penguins, wine estate tours and wine tasting in the Cape Winelands and much more!
Please consult with a Lion World Travel Africa Specialist on accommodations and prices.
Optional Day Tour
Flight of the Angels - Victoria Falls
Today the best way to appreciate the true splendour of the Victoria Falls is to view them from the air. On this amazing adventure pilots fly left- and right-hand circuits over The Falls providing unrivalled views and photographic opportunities and putting the full size of The Falls into perspective with the surrounding environment.
Please check with a Lion World Travel Africa Specialist for prices.
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. Single supplement pricing available on request.
Contact us for 2024 rates.
Inclusions:
- All services as specified
- 8 Breakfasts / 7 Lunches / 7 Dinners
- Two game activities per day, as specified in the itinerary
- Accommodation in standard rooms
- Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
- Sight-seeing as per itinerary led by qualified English speaking guide
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated above
- Lion World Travel representative Meet and Greet upon arrival
Exclusions:
- Round trip, international airfare
- Regional flights to/from Victoria Falls
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- All other services not mentioned
- Additional unspecified game/other activities
- Gratuities/tips for tour guides and drivers
- Cost of obtaining passport and/or visas
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.
Travel Testimonials
“I have to say that that there is much more to Zimbabwe than Victoria Falls. I took this journey and discovered the beauty and wildlife of Zimbabwe’s Zambezi National Park. The lodges were luxurious, which made this trip even better. Victoria Falls was so incredible to see and the abundant wildlife in the Hwange National Park was impressive. Of course, the sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River is not to be missed. You haven’t been to Africa if you haven’t enjoyed traditional African “sundowners” - drinks as the sun sets in the bush and dined under the African sky.”
- Priscilla D’Almeida, Lion World Travel.
