Victoria Falls & Hwange Elephants. Singita Pamushana exclusivity, Mana Pools canoe safaris, and helicopter flights over the falls.
Zimbabwe is a landlocked southern African country defined by its diverse terrain and notable wildlife populations. Travellers are primarily drawn to two key experiences: the sheer scale of the Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls, and safari opportunities in its national parks. Hwange National Park, the country's largest, is particularly recognised for its considerable elephant herds. This combination offers a journey that includes both one of the world's great natural spectacles and classic big-game viewing in a single itinerary.
This area provides the most direct access for viewing the falls and for activities on the Zambezi River. The town is the primary service hub for the region.
Lodges located within the national park's boundaries offer an immersive safari experience. Game drives can depart directly from the accommodation, accessing the park's varied landscapes and wildlife.
These exclusive-use areas offer safari activities separate from the public sections of the park. They may also permit activities not allowed in the main park, such as walking safaris and night drives.
View the Zambezi River plunging into a series of basalt gorges, creating one of the world's largest sheets of falling water. This UNESCO World Heritage Site can be explored via a network of trails through a rainforest on the Zimbabwean side.
Participate in guided 4x4 drives through Zimbabwe's largest park. Hwange is known for its large elephant population and is also home to lions, African wild dogs, and a wide variety of plains game and bird species.
Take a boat excursion on the upper Zambezi, upstream from the falls. This provides opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks, especially in the late afternoon.
This is an evening cultural experience involving traditional Zimbabwean cuisine and interactive entertainment. Participants can listen to local storytelling and take part in a drumming session.
April to October. This period marks the dry season, when wildlife is easier to spot as animals gather around rivers and waterholes. The wet season, from November to March, brings lusher scenery and is a key time for birdwatching, though game viewing can be more challenging.
The primary gateway for this itinerary is Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA). Transfers to local lodges are by road, while onward travel to Hwange National Park is typically undertaken by a pre-arranged road transfer or light aircraft charter flight.
Zimbabwe operates a multi-currency system, and the US Dollar is widely accepted in tourist areas for accommodation, activities, and meals. Entry and health requirements change, so check current official government guidance and speak with a travel health professional before you go.
Entry and health requirements change, so check current official government guidance and speak with a travel health professional before you go.
Entry and health requirements change, so check current official government guidance and speak with a travel health professional before you go. Requirements depend on your nationality and can change at short notice.
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