Victoria Falls and Hwange
ZIMBABWE
This brief safari delivers two of Zimbabwe’s most popular destinations
Victoria Falls - Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders) - is one of Africa’s most iconic destinations and deservedly on many bucket lists. That awe-inspiring vertical drop of 108m into the chasm below and the mist spray curtain during the full flood that can be seen and heard from afar - the stuff of legends.
And then there is Hwange - Zimbabwe’s largest national park and a favourite safari destination for many experienced bush lovers - because of extremely rewarding game viewing
Victoria Falls & Hwange - the perfect Zimbabwe combo safari
Overview
Length: 6 nights / 7 days, but we will amend to suit your needs
Group Size: Flexible – you tell us how many in your party
Location: Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Departure Dates: To suit you
Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It’s also an adventure centre of note. You could stay for ages and enjoy a different activity every day, from bungee jumping, gorge swinging and white water rafting, to helicopter and microlight flights (a.k.a the flight of angels), sunset boat and steam train cruises, horse riding, game drives, canoe trips, and so much more. WHAT TO DO in Vic Falls: click here and scroll down to 'Things to do in Victoria Falls'.
During your stay on the Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls, walk across the bridge to visit the Zambian side, which offers an exhilarating walk across the ‘Knife-edge Bridge’, a close-up view of the ‘Boiling Pot’ (a scary whirlpool at the base of the falls) and, for the really adventurous, a dip in the famous ‘Devil’s Pool‘.
Just wandering the streets of this quaint town is a memorable experience as you negotiate for souvenirs, dodge warthogs (and elephants!), hang out with locals and sample a range of restaurants and bars.
Hwange National Park is Zimbabwe’s largest national park at 15,000 km² and a favourite safari destination for many experienced bush lovers.
Game-viewing can be extremely rewarding, especially during the dry winter months from May to October. The park features the Big 5 (although rhinos are seldom seen) and large herds of buffaloes and elephants. Lion and huge elephant herds are frequently seen, and visitors also enjoy regular sightings of cheetah, wild dog, roan and sable antelope. Night drives can be very rewarding, with good sightings of aardvark, aardwolf and pangolin.
Habitats include Kalahari scrub, teak and mopane woodlands, granite hills and salt pans – resulting in over 400 species of birds.
You will be met on arrival in Zimbabwe by one of our representatives and escorted to your road transfer. Again at the end of your safari, you will be met at your road transfer drop-off point and escorted to your departure flight or other arrangements.
We offer the following Vic Falls + Hwange combo packages, which can be tailored to suit your wishes:
VIC FALLS + HWANGE COMBO PACKAGES
Lodges visited: Bayete Guest Lodge + Nehimba Lodge + Ivory Lodge
7 days / 6 nights | |
Jan-Mar per person sharing | US$ 2,760 |
Jan-Mar SOLO | US$ 3,620 |
Apr-Jun per person sharing | US$ 2,840 |
Apr-Jun SOLO | US$ 3,945 |
Jul-Oct per person sharing | US$ 2,865 |
Jul-Oct SOLO | US$ 3,970 |
Nov-Dec per person sharing | US$ 2,785 |
Nov-Dec SOLO | US$ 3,645 |
Includes:
Shared road transfers starting and ending in Victoria Falls
2 nights at Bayete Guest Lodge including breakfast and Wifi
2 nights at Nehimba Lodge including meals, soft drinks, beers, wines & local spirits, laundry, WiFi in main lodge area, game activities as available including walks, drives, all day excursions, hide sits, night drives and service of a guide
2 nights at Ivory Lodge expeditions including meals, local drinks, activities, park and Conservation Wildlife Fund fees, wifi & laundry
24/7 office support
Excludes:
International flights (unless specified), excess weight charges and visas or entry permits
Departure tax/levy from Victoria Falls or Hwange Airport
COVID tests
Telephone calls
Travel, cancellation and medical insurance (essential on all safaris),
Optional safari extension and any activities not specified in the itinerary
All charges of a personal nature and any other charges not indicated in the inclusions
Tips and gratuities
Laundry unless specified
At Bayete: Drinks, additional meals, activities, additional transfers & laundry
At Nehimba: Premium drinks
At Ivory Lodge: Premium drinks, Painted Dog Conservancy entry fees (entry by donation)
Lodges visited: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge + Camp Hwange + Camelthorn Lodge
7 days / 6 nights | |
Jan-Mar per person sharing | US$ 4,170 |
Jan-Mar SOLO | US$ 5,575 |
Apr-Jun per person sharing | US$ 4,105 |
Apr-Jun SOLO | US$ 5,870 |
Jul-Oct per person sharing | US$ 4,710 |
Jul-Oct SOLO | US$ 6,620 |
Nov-Dec per person sharing | US$ 4,240 |
Nov-Dec SOLO | US$ 5,795 |
Includes:
Shared road, rail, and inter-camp starting and ending in Victoria Falls
2 nights at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge including breakfast, 1 x dinner at MaKuwa-Kuwa restaurant (Talbe d'Hotel menu), 1 x dinner at The Boma - Dinner & Drum show, 1 x Vulture Culture lunch at MaKuwa-Kuwa restaurant, guided tour of the Falls, 1 x sunset cruise, hourly courtesy shuttle to Victoria Falls Rainforest and centre, 1 x Rainforest entry fee, 1 x River usage fee, Wifi, and gym access
Charter flight from Victoria Falls to Hwange
2 nights at Camp Hwange including all meals, all beverages, all activities, laundry, conservation park fees, and Emergency Medical Evacuation
2 nights at Camelthorn Lodge including all meals, soft drinks, beers, wines & local spirits, laundry, WiFi in main lodge, game activities including walks, drives, all day excursions, hide sits, night drives, visit to the local village, school tour (not available in April, August and December-mid-January during school holidays), and services of a guide
24/7 office support
Excludes:
International flights (unless specified), airport departure tax (if required), excess weight charges and visas or entry permits
COVID tests
Telephone calls
Travel, cancellation and medical insurance (essential on all safaris),
Optional safari extension and any activities not specified in the itinerary
All charges of a personal nature and any other charges not indicated in the inclusions
Tips and gratuities
Shop purchases
Laundry unless specified
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