7-Day Zimbabwe Expedition
7-Day Zimbabwe Expedition
Travel to two of the most iconic wildlife destinations in Zimbabwe: Hwange national park home of mega herds of elephants and Mana Pools, world renown park for wildlife sightings and bush walks. This itinerary offers the opportunity of getting close to wildlife either for those who want to experience a wilderness area or those seeking to visit areas with a photographic interest.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to magical Mana Pools
Arrive by light aircraft flight at Mana Pools National Park, here you will be met by your guide who will transfer you back to the lodge to settle in before your afternoon activity.
Zambezi Expeditions is a luxury tented camp, situated along the Zambezi River. Set under the shade of winter thorn and ebony trees, each tent has en suite bathroom facilities with hot bucket showers and the main area has charging facilities for your all-important cameras. With unique access to the Zambezi River, your days will be filled with adventurous canoeing safaris, tracking game along the shorelines by foot, and fishing for the iconic tiger fish. An absolute must, however, is a game drive in an open 4 x 4 along the flood plains and into the heart of the Mana Pools UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Activities include guided walking safaris, canoeing safaris and game drives all led by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you. All activities complimentary.
Main Destination: Mana Pools National Park
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 2-3: Mana Pools
Early morning departure for a continental breakfast by the fire, we will return to the lodge at about 11am to freshen up and to enjoy the number of elephants that come to drink from the elephants pools. Enjoy lunch and a siesta before departing on our afternoon safari.
After a sundowner we will return to the lodge for a drink by the fire before having dinner and enjoying all the night sounds the bush has to offer.
Activities included daily: morning & afternoon game drives, canoe safaris, walking safaris, catch & release shore fishing.
Main Destination: Mana Pools National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 4: Fly to Hwange
Arrive by light aircraft flight at Hwange National Park, here you will be met by your guide who will transfer you back to the lodge to settle in before your afternoon activity.
Capturing the ambiance of a mobile camp but with all the trimmings, Somalisa Camp offers with authenticity and comfort. Slightly more grounded with common areas on the land giving you a closer connection to the true wilderness experience, without sacrificing any luxury. The honest and genuine design of this camps truly grants you the space to explore Africa as it should be. Where guests make themselves at home in Serengeti-style tents with contemporary finishes.
Set within a private concession in the Hwange National Park, you can expect flexibility in all your activities, including walking safaris and game drives. Here you will be accompanied by knowledgeable guides who possess a true passion for their trade.
Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 5-6: Activities in Matopo National Park
Early morning departure for a continental breakfast by the fire, we will return to the lodge at about 11am to freshen up and to enjoy the number of elephants that come to drink from the elephants pools. Enjoy lunch and a siesta before departing on our afternoon safari.
After a sundowner we will return to the lodge for a drink by the fire before having dinner and enjoying all the night sounds the bush has to offer.
Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 7: End of Tour
Bid farewell as you embark on scheduled light aircraft flight from Hwange to Victoria Falls airport.
A member from the team will collect you at Livingstone airport and assist through to your international connecting flight or your transfer for your add-on stay at Victoria Falls.
Main Destination: No major destination visited
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
- This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.
- $3,876 per person when 2 persons travel together
What Included
- Park fees(For non-residents).
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional).
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade).
- A professional driver/guide.
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional).
- All Taxes/VAT.
- Roundtrip airport transfer.
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section).
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section).
- All flights during the tour
What Excluded
- International flights(From/to home).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.).
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section).