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Explore some of Zimbabwe's top destinations with this 10-night safari that combines Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Matusadona National Park & Mana Pools.
Zimbabwe HighlightsTerms & Conditions
Includes Ilala is on bed and breakfast basis plus one dinner. The Hide, Changa & John’s Camp – all safari activities, meals, bar (premium drinks extra), laundry, road transfers plus flights starting Victoria Falls and ending Harare.
Excludes international flights, airport taxes, visa fees, gratuities and items of a personal nature.
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A journey through the wilderness
Zimbabwe is a land full of wonders, with a pristine landscape, matched by a variety and density of wildlife comparable with the world’s best.
Victoria Falls known as the “Smoke that thunders” is the largest single curtain of falling water in the world. Victoria Falls is located on the Zambezi River, the fourth largest river in Africa, which is also defining the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Victoria Falls is the only waterfall in the world with a length of more than a kilometer and a height of more than hundred meters. It is also considered to be the largest fall in the world. What better place to start your Zimbabwe Highlights Safari than here, at the Ilala Lodge.
Hwange National Park, where The Hide is located, is the largest wildlife reserve in Zimbabwe, occupying roughly 14,650 sq. km. Visitors to Hwange are guaranteed to see an incredible range of wildlife, with over 100 species of mammals and nearly 400 bird species recorded.
Matusadona National Park is situated in the northern region of Zimbabwe on the southern shore of Lake Kariba. Matusadona was proclaimed a non-hunting area in 1958 before being declared a game reserve in 1963. Later, in 1975, it became a national park and today covers an area of 1,400 sq. km of both rugged, mountainous hill tops and flat grass plains and lake frontage, all rich in flora and fauna. Changa Safari Camp is located in a prime area of the park.
Mana Pools National Park is a beautiful 2,196 sq. km wildlife conservation area in northern Zimbabwe. Mana means “four” in Shona, (one of the main vernacular languages in Zimbabwe) and it refers to the number of large permanent pools left by the Zambezi River as it flows into the flood plain, and it is here that you will find John’s Camp.
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Day 1 - 2: Ilala Lodge Hotel
Ilala Lodge, the first stop on the Zimbabwe Highlights is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ideally located with easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls.
The lush, manicured gardens surrounding the lodge are a popular place to see warthogs graze and if you are lucky you may even have a visit from an elephant. Spend you days taking in the sights and sounds as Victoria Falls has a lot to offer the visitor and is known as Africa’s adventure capital. From high adrenaline activities like bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge and white-water rafting down the Zambezi River, to more sedate pastimes like Ra-Ikane river cruises, or fishing, there is something for everyone.
Day 3 - 5: The Hide
The Hide is the next stop on the Zimbabwe Highlights safari and is situated on its own private concession, a 5 km square area in Zimbabwe’s largest national park Hwange and being on a private concession means the range of activities on offer is wider and more exciting. During the course of your stay you can do as much or as little as you like! A walking safari in the bush with your guide where you’ll discover it’s less about the Big Five and more about making a connection that’s personal. A game drive into the evening after a well deserved sundowner gives one the chance to experience wild nocturnal activity that you don’t get the chance to see elsewhere. There is no typical day at The Hide as it really depends on you how much or little you would like to do. The scope and scale of Hwange’s wildlife is such that there is generally always something to see. There is no limit on the number of activities you can do, so if you can’t sit still, you could do an early morning walk followed by a morning drive after breakfast. In the afternoon you could head out again, stopping off for a sundowner, followed by a night-drive back to camp.
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Day 6 - 7: Changa Safari Camp
Perfectly set in a remote and secluded part of the Matusadona National Park lies Changa Safari Camp which is the next stop on the Zimbabwe Highlights. During your time here, there are several activities on offer. From early morning game walks, fishing for the famed fighting tiger fish and photographing wildlife whilst on a game drive – these are just a few of the adventures you can partake in. For those that want to take some time out to relax, you do not have to venture too far from camp to see wildlife as there are regular visitors including elephants, bush babies, monkeys, squirrels and on the rare occasion, a resident leopard.
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Day 8 - 10: John’s Camp
Mana Pools National Park is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River where you will find John's Camp which is the last stop on the Zimbabwe Highlights safari. A typical day on safari at John's Camp starts with a wakeup call just before sunrise for a quick lite breakfast before heading out for your activity, either a walking safari, exploring the magical wonders of Mana Pools or game drive into the wilderness. Once back in camp, and after a hearty meal, you can choose to have a siesta before the next game drive. Head out again for an afternoon of game viewing as the day cools down, giving you a chance to see the animals unwind as well as the opportunity to see some nocturnal wildlife before your return. Sundowners are always a must and can be enjoyed while out on your afternoon game drive or back in camp.
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