From the thundering Victoria Falls to big game and canoeing on the Lower Zambezi. A taste of Zim and Zam that makes picking a winner nearly impossible.
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Victoria FallsEnds
LivingstoneVisits
Zimbabwe & ZambiaDuration
10 nightsStyle
Fly-inBest time
Jun – SepPrice From
$14095Board basis
Fully-Inclusive
Sandwiched between two equally impressive African safari destinations, the Zambezi river forms the filling of this utterly delicious safari destination. The 11 day Zimbabwe and Zambia safari is a taste of Zim and Zam, and they share a natural wonder: the mighty Victoria Falls.
In the Zambezi’s upper stretches, the thundering mists of Victoria Falls are like nothing you’ve seen before – especially from above. Crocs and hippos line the sandy banks among carmine bee-eater colonies, and African skimmers dart around you as you cruise downstream at sunset.
Along the meandering stretches of the Lower Zambezi, far below Lake Kariba, it’s all about big game in authentic safari settings. Elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards and wild dogs are never far away. And canoeing along the river at sunrise among the hippo pods is an experience you’re unlikely to forget in a hurry.
So rather than picking one country up front, explore the 11 day Zimbabwe and Zambia safari. Just don’t expect declaring a winner to be easy.
Laden with copper bathtubs, beaten silverware and golden grasslands stretching as far as the eye can see, there’s an air of alchemy to this Hwange hideaway. Reclusively set in a private concession in the heart of Hwange National Park, you’ll...
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Just a few kilometres upstream from the thundering Falls you’ll find Victoria Falls River Lodge. Here, from your private plunge pool on the banks of the Zambezi, a gentle river breeze – and a touch of smugness – washes over...
EXPLORE On the sandy banks of the lower Zambezi, you’ll find Chiawa, the tented holy grail of modern-day explorers. Camouflaged by a riverine canopy of ebony and fig trees, just nine sprawling “tents” and about nine thousand hippos - await you....
EXPLORE If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the elephant lover who has everything, this quintessential tented camp on the banks of the Zambezi is it. Surrounded by a forest of winterthorn trees, whose apple-ringed seed pods are to elephants...
EXPLORE You’ll catch a small bush plane from Victoria Falls airport for a short flight to Hwange National Park, home to the Big Five and the knock-out that is Somalisa Lodge. Here, you’ll spend three nights in one of just seven elegant sail tents, surrounded by an endless stream of wildlife. You’ll have your fill of predators and pachyderms, get up close and personal with big game at the waterhole hide, and explore the grasslands on foot. And you’ll wonder if you really have to leave.
Hop on another plane and head north for three nights at Victoria Falls River Lodge. You can opt to take a scenic helicopter flip over the Falls, tour its rainforests with a local guide, and generally fall in love with this natural wonder. When you’re not tearing off on a game-drive or sipping a sundowner on a famous Zambezi “booze cruise”, your private plunge pool beckons.
Sayonara, Zim. It’s time to clear customs and catch a charter flight to the Lower Zambezi National Park. Here, two unhurried nights await you at Chiawa. (It sounds short but don’t worry, we’ll explain.) On the banks of the river’s quieter stretches, you won’t have to travel far to find wildlife. You’ll watch elephants, buffalo, hippos and giant crocs, right from your bubble bath. Or head off further afield in search of lions, leopards and wild dogs. And there’s canoeing and catch-and-release fishing on offer too.
Two nights in the Lower Zambezi is never enough. That’s why we give you another two, taking authenticity up another notch at Old Mondoro, just a 90-minute boat journey away. Here, the experience continues beneath a canopy of elephant-luring winterthorn trees. There will be boat rides, walking safaris, red-light night drives and bush dinners under the stars. And when you climb back onto your bush plane on your final day, Vic Falls bound, your heart (and your memory card) will be full.
Unfortunately safaris don't last forever. Soak up the last of the Lower Zambezi with a morning game drive or a slow morning in camp before making your way to the airport.
Free night at Mondoro: take advantage of the pay for 2, stay for 3 offered at Old Mondoro
| Green Season | Shoulder Season | Peak Season | |
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| Double | $14095 per person sharing | ||
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| Local Flights |
All Accommodation All Activities as per Itinerary All Airport Transfers All Meals & Selected Drinks All Scheduled Flights Conservation Fees Wifi in Camp Where Available International flights are not included. But regional flights and ground transfers are all included in the price. You get to kick back and relax – we’ve got all the details sorted!
You’ll get to explore an incredible mix of iconic wildlife areas, cultural highlights, and natural wonders. From Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls, and Lower Zambezi National Park, you’ve got the best of Zim and Zam at your finger tips.
Expect to see incredible, HUGE herds of elephants and great predator action + wild dogs in Hwange. Add in incredible birdlife, and loads of hippos and crocs on the Lower Zambezi. If you’re doing a guided rainforest walk at Vic Falls, you become well acquainted with monkeys, and tick off a bunch of beautiful birds from your bird book.
Of course! This itinerary is ideal for both first-timers and seasoned safari-goers.
The Winter (dry season) from June to October offers the best wildlife viewing, while the Summer (green season) from November to April brings lush landscapes (harder for game viewing) but beautiful and offers excellent birding. Shoulder season offers great value as it’s the sweet spot of gentler prices, thinner crowds, and game viewing as close to winter standards as you can get.
All of the above! Just bear in mind that solo travellers sometimes have to pay a single supplement (but we will always check our bag of tricks to see what can be done about it )
You’ll be going on game drives, sunrise & sunset boat safaris, walking safaris, and canoeing! For an additional price, add in helicopter tours to soar above the falls, guided rainforest tours and catch & release fishing if you’re feeling fancy!
Absolutely! We can adjust the number of nights, add in other destinations or upgrade to private charter flights for more flexibility. The world is your oyster.
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