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14 NIGHT VIC FALLS, HWANGE, KARIBA & MANA POOLS PLATINUM (A) SAFARI 3 Nights Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

3 Nights Hwange National Park

2 Nights Lake Kariba

6 Nights Mana Pools National Park

15 Days / 14 Nights

Reference: IP-14A

Start Victoria Falls Airport / End Harare International Airport

Total Price 14 Nights: 9055 (high season) / US$ 6892 (low season) per person sharing

*Note: This package is only available from April to November

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Overview This long stay luxury safari takes you through the north-western part of Zimbabwe in the Zambezi region. Start

with one of the most famous World Heritage Sites and home to the largest waterfall in the world – Victoria Falls.

Experience the upper Zambezi River and some fun adventures while staying at a modern safari lodge located on

the shoreline of the Zambezi.

Your next stop is another famous safari region – Hwange National Park. Stay at a high quality award-winning

luxury safari camp and enjoy excellent guiding on your safari excursions on the private concession.

Then fly out to beautiful Lake Kariba and enjoy luxury accommodation with fantastic inclusive activities including

game viewing, cultural visits and various water-based activities.

Your last destination is Mana Pools National Park, a favourite of Zimbabwe’s World heritage sites. In Mana Pools,

begin with a few days deep within the national park at a camp known for its “armchair” safaris, then move up to

the Zambezi banks for some riverside "glamping" the Zimbabwean way.

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Inspired Journey Overview

Accommodation

Night 1 – 3 Luxury safari suite at Victoria Falls River Lodge

Night 4 – 6 Tented suite at Somalisa Camp

Night 7 – 8 Standard room at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Night 9 – 11 Spacious safari tent at Kanga Camp

Night 12 – 14 En-suite tent at Zambezi Expeditions

Transfers Included

Day 1 Road Transfer: Victoria Falls Airport to Victoria Falls River Lodge

Day 4 Road Transfer: Victoria Falls River Lodge to Victoria Falls Airport

Day 4 Road Transfer: Hwange airstrip to Somalisa Camp

Day 7 Road Transfer: Somalisa Camp to Hwange airstrip

Day 7 Road Transfer: Kariba airstrip to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Day 9 Road Transfer: Bumi Hills Safari Lodge to Kariba airstrip

Day 9 Road Transfer: Mana airstrip to Kanga Camp

Day 12 Road Transfer: Kanga Camp to Zambezi Expeditions

Day 15 Road Transfer: Zambezi Expeditions to Mana airstrip

Flights Included

Day 4 Victoria Falls to Hwange

Day 7 Hwange to Kariba

Day 9 Kariba to Mana Pools

Day 15 Mana airstrip to Harare

Highlights

Beautiful luxury lodging on the banks of the upper Zambezi River

Exclusive concession good for guided walking safaris and game drives, and lodge offers fishing, island picnics, river cruises and more

View the mighty and spectacular Victoria Falls

Breath-taking views of the savannah plains across the famous Kennedy Vlei line, on a private concession in Hwange National Park

Beautiful spacious en-suite tents with confortably furnished private decks, overlooking the local waterhole

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Awesome guiding on activities such as game drives, walking safaris and bird watching at Somalisa Camp

A fine wilderness location with an elevated position on a range of remote hills overlooking the vastness of Lake Kariba

Safari lodge situated on an extensive wildlife conservation area, home to lion, leopard, big herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as a multitude of different plains game

Exciting activities including game drives, boat cruises on the lake, fishing, walking safaris, village tours, anti-poaching patrol, Kariba Town tours and armchair safaris

Both inland and riverside experiences in Mana Pools National Park

Secluded luxury camp tucked away deep in Mana Pools National Park in front of Kanga Pan

Armchair safaris and various game activities at Kanga Camp

Privately located camp along the Zambezi River shoreline with plenty of animal and bird species to be seen in the area

Various fun activities such as canoeing, fishing, game walks and game drives in Mana Pools National Park

Day 1 – 3

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

One of the original natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and an extremely

popular tourism attraction. Known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, this spectacle is accessible from both

Zambia and Zimbabwe and it is an ideal place to combine a game viewing and water sports. There is excellent

fishing, a terrifying bungee jump and arguably the best commercial white water rafting in the world.

Overnight: Victoria Falls River Lodge

Victoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be set in the Zambezi National Park. This luxury tented

lodge is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River.

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Uninterrupted panoramic views of African sunsets and exceptional wildlife viewing makes this uniquely located

lodge the ideal place from which to explore Victoria Falls as it combines the safari experience with one of the

world's most famous tourist destinations!

The main lodge has an open plan design and has been positioned just back from the river – in view of the

elephants' natural evening route. Sit back and sip on a cocktail, under the shade of the thatched roof, as the

elephants graze along the river line. It's a cool escape from the African sun.

Notes: Day 1, 2 & 3

DAY 1 From Victoria Falls Airport, you will be picked up for a 15-minute drive into Victoria Falls town, then another 15

minutes into the national park and check into Victoria Falls River Lodge. Drop your bags and take a shuttle into

town for a tour of Victoria Falls (park entrance fee not included). After your tour of the Falls, head back to camp

in time for a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River. You will be treated to snacks and sundowners while your

listen to your guide and watch the animals that visit the river banks and those that dwell in the river. When your

cruise is over, you will be taken back to the lodge for dinner. Freshen up and join the other guests for a 3 course

meal and then drinks around the bonfire.

DAY 2 Wake up early on this day for a sunrise game drive through the Zambezi National Park. Rusks and hot beverages

will be served along the way. After your 3-hour game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast. Kandahar Island is a

short boat ride away from the lodge, and this is where you will enjoy your birding and walking safari. Your safari

ends in time for lunch which will be back at the lodge. After lunch, take some time to rest, play some board

games, take a dip in the swimming pool, or relax at the dock and enjoy the river.

Later in the afternoon, High Tea will be served and then you will go on an evening game drive. Sometime during

the game drive, stop and enjoy the sun set with your sundowners and snacks in hand. Head back to the lodge for

dinner. Freshen up and join the other guests for a 3 course meal and then drinks around the bonfire.

DAY 3

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Wake up for an early morning boat cruise on your last full day at Victoria Falls River Lodge. Head back to the

lodge for breakfast and fuel yourself for a guided walking safari in the African bush. After your bush walk, return

for lunch as some relaxation in your room, in the main lounge, in your private plunge pool or the lodge swimming

pool. Alternatively, you may want to go for some fishing or a canoe safari on the Zambezi River. High Tea will be

served in the afternoon, after which you may want to spend some more time on the river, or fish on the jetty

with your sundowners. Dinner will be served at the lodge, or you may organise your own private dinner. Last

chance for a night game drive and then retire for the night.

Activities Info

Game Drive

Guests have choice of either a morning or evening game drive in the Zambezi National Park. For the ultimate

bush safari experience, head out in a game-viewer to explore the Zambezi national Park early in the morning,

armed with hot beverages and a delicious supply of traditionally baked rusks. Alternatively, track a magnificent

elephant herd as they move silently through the bush, or admire stately giraffe as they effortlessly weave their

way through spikey acacia thicket – stopping to enjoy the phenomenal sunset with sun-downers and a variety of

scrumptious snacks before returning to camp for dinner.

River Cruise

Watch from the comfort of a private river cruiser as the world awakens and the sun’s first rays skip and dance

across the shimmering surface of the mighty Zambezi River – A truly revitalising way to start any day! For the not-

so-early birds, sit back and let the gentle ebb and flow of the Zambezi lull and relax you, while you sip on

sundowners, viewing nature’s creatures, big and small, coming to the water’s edge.

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Additional On-Site Activities (optional)

Kandahar Island Picnic Lunch Canoe Safari

On this canoe safari, you will paddle from the lodge to Kandahar Island for a Picnic Lunch and some bird-viewing.

This activity is about 2 to 3 hours long.

Half Day Canoe Safari

This can be a morning or afternoon 4 hours long activity with lunch or dinner back at the lodge.

Full Day Canoe Safari

For 8 hours on the Zambezi River, this safari comes with a packed picnic lunch and drinks which can be enjoyed

on the Zambezi River bank or on one of the islands on the river. Dinner will be served back at the lodge.

Fishing Safaris

Guests have a choice between fishing off the boat and fishing off the jetty.

Walking Safaris

These are done with an armed professional and licensed guide.

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Day 4 - 6

Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park is Zimbabwe’s biggest reserve, home to a profusion of wildlife, including giraffe, lion,

zebra and approximately 40 000 elephants. It provides sanctuary for all the country’s endangered species,

including a population of wild dogs thought to be among the most sizeable surviving groups on the continent.

Terrain ranges from desert dunes and savannah lands to rocky outcrops and sparse forests.

Overnight: Somalisa Camp

Somalisa Camp is set in the heart of Hwange National Park, and is known as the land of the giants for its big

elephant herds. Nestled in a stunning location tucked away on an acacia island along the edge of an ancient

seasonal flood plain, Somalisa provides guests with breath-taking views of the savannah plains across the

famous Kennedy Vlei line. Recently re-built, Somalisa Camp has upgraded its level of accommodation to that of

complete comfort and luxury whilst still maintaining its focus on the guiding and hosting of guests to ensure the

ultimate guest experience.

Consisting of seven elegantly furnished Sail Tents with gauze sliding doors, a glass wood-burner fireplace for the

cold winter nights, and an overhead fan for the hot summer days, each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities

including flush toilets, an indoor and outdoor shower, as well as a copper slipper-style bathtub. The main decking

area includes split level decking with a separate lounge and dining area, as well as a small splash pool for guests

overlooking the “Elephant Pool” and a natural waterhole where herds of game congregate to drink and where

guests can relax whilst soaking in the African bush.

Activities include guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love

of the bush with you, game drives and night drives. Wildlife sightings include elephant, kudu, sable antelope,

zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena, and

many other wildlife species.

Notes: Day 4, 5 & 6

DAY 4

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On your last day in Victoria Falls, you will be taken to Victoria Falls Airport for your chartered flight to Hwange

National Park. You will land at Manga Airstrip, where you will be picked up for a 30-minute game drive to

Somalisa Camp. After you are checked in, take some time to familiarise yourself with the camp and watch the

animals that visit the waterhole, or take a siesta or rest before your evening activity. Afternoon tea will be served

at the main lodge dining area, and then it’s time for the evening game drive around the camp's private

concession. After the game drive, you will be brought back to camp for dinner and drinks under the stars.

DAY 5 On this day, you will get a wake-up call with tea/coffee. Head down to the campfire for a light breakfast. Next is a

morning game drive into Hwange National Park with a qualified and passionate guide. Food and refreshments

will be served during the game drive as it will take a few hours. After the game drive, you will return to camp for

lunch and some relaxation. Take a nap or take a chair on the deck and watch the afternoon traffic at the

waterhole. The swimming pool is quite inviting at this time of the day. High tea will be served with sweet and

savoury snacks, before you evening game drive. This is a drive around the camp's private concession. Snacks and

sundowners will be offered during the game drive. Return to camp for dinner in the main lodge dining area.

DAY 6 Wake up early with tea/coffee and a light breakfast, and then take a walking and birding safari with your qualified

guide. Then return to camp for lunch and some rest. High tea will be served before you go on your evening game

drive around the concession. You will stop for sundowners and snacks along the way. Head back to camp for a

filling dinner before calling it a night.

Activities Info

Game Drives

Activities include game drives (day and night) by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge

and love of the bush with you. The open land cruisers will accommodate six passengers on tiered seating so that

views are not blocked and photographic opportunities are enhanced. Each of our vehicles are fitted with

permanent canvas roofing to protect you from the varying weather elements, whilst still allowing an optimised

up close and personal experience of wildlife.

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Walking Safaris

Guided walks are led by qualified guides. There is much more to an African safari than being driven around in a

vehicle while passively viewing animals and by combining the ultimate itinerary with an expert guide, we create

the complete journey, where experiences, knowledge and passions are shared and whereby a standard safari is

transformed into an extra-ordinary one.

Bird Watching

Hwange National Park is known to be one of the highest diversities of wildlife and bird-life species more than any

other National Park in Southern Africa. Here are up to over 470 birdlife species in the area.

Evening Drives

Evening Drives are on Somalisa’s Private Concession within the Hwange National Park. The open land cruisers will

accommodate six passengers on tiered seating so that views are not blocked and photographic opportunities

are enhanced. Each of our vehicles are fitted with permanent canvas roofing to protect you from the varying

weather elements, whilst still allowing an optimised up close and personal experience of wildlife. Guests who

have booked a private vehicle can request for the roofing to be removed in advance of their safari.

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Day 7 – 8

Lake Kariba

The planet’s most voluminous man-made lake, Kariba is a popular tourist destination that was built in the 1950’s

when the mighty Zambezi was dammed. It stretches for more than 200 kilometres along the border between

Zimbabwe and Zambia, forming a natural boundary between the two countries. The lake’s waters are home to

abundant crocodiles, hippos, fish and aquatic birds, while its shoreline and islands are rich with terrestrial game

such as elephant and buffalo. It has become one of Zimbabwe’s main tourist attractions offering houseboat

holidays, fishing safaris and wonderful game viewing experiences.

Overnight: Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge and Spa boasts one of Africa’s finest wilderness locations with an elevated position on a

range of remote hills overlooking the vastness of Lake Kariba. Bumi is easily accessible by light aircraft and boat,

allowing you to be swiftly transported into paradise without the stress of a long journey. Guests are welcomed

into luxurious comfort by a team of staff that are unfailingly passionate and committed to ensuring your stay will

forever be etched in a treasured part of your memory.

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The lodge has a total of 20 rooms, all with views over the lake. Ten of the rooms are premium rooms with

balconies and uninhibited views. The other ten are garden rooms with slated terraces, set a little way back

behind and on a level above the premium rooms. All rooms are air conditioned at night and during the day upon

request.

Taking centre stage is the beautiful infinity pool that seems to blend endlessly into the lake horizon. The pool is

surrounded by intimate wine and dining terraces on different levels. The lodge interiors have been beautifully

finished in a fusion of contemporary western and African styles. At the Spa you will have the opportunity to

indulge yourself with a visual sensory experience like no other - overlooking Lake Kariba.

The Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is situated on an extensive private wildlife conservation area. Bumi Hills is home to

lion, leopard, big herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as a multitude of different plains game. Guests can

indulge in superb fishing in the lake waters surrounding the lodge with bream and the fighting tiger fish in

abundance. Birding and cultural experiences also abound. Bumi Hills is a dream wedding destination - an

incredible setting for a wedding whilst enjoying special time with family and friends surrounded by the lake and a

myriad of wildlife!

Notes: Day 7 & 8

Day 7 We recommend spending some time by the waterhole this morning before heading out of Hwange National

Park. You will be driven out to the airstrip for your charter flight to Bumi Hills airstrip. This is a 1 hour 40-minute

flight, and then you have a short drive to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge. You may relax by the infinity pool, go to one of

the game viewing platforms, or enjoy a spa treatment (optional extra) to wind down the day. A sunset boat

cruise on the lake will guarantee and unforgettable view. Dinner will be served at the lodge restaurant.

DAY 8 Wake up for a morning game drive with an experienced and knowledgeable guide out on the concession in an

open 4×4 game viewer where you are likely to spot a wide variety of game including four of Africa’s Big 5,

numerous bird species as well as insects and reptiles. Return to the hotel for a meal and then take part in a

cultural village tour to the sprawling mud-hut Tonga village under Chief Mola. A visit is both humbling and life-

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enriching to witness how these friendly, spiritual people survive under such harsh conditions and how they keep

their centuries-old traditions alive along the length of the Zambezi River.

Activities Info

Wildlife Drives

Bumi is unique among luxury safari lodges because of the exquisite added dimension of the water - Kariba is

among the world’s largest man-made lakes and a genuine African wilderness with far more animals than people.

This allows for glorious game-viewing by boat as well as the traditional open 4 x 4 vehicles and walking in the

wild with an armed professional guide.

Sailing

Bumi Hills has recently introduced sailing to its list of exciting activities. The lake waters around Bumi Hills are

ideal to explore from our spacious 30-foot catamaran. Our fully qualified skipper is on hand to take you on a

special cruise through beautiful archipelagos, bays, creeks and inlets to discover sandy beaches, birding havens

and game rich ecosystems. As a special treat arrange with our activities team to take a packed picnic lunch and

stop off on an island for a unique private dining experience.

Birding at Lake Kariba

The Bumi area offers truly incredible birdlife, especially water birds, and hundreds of species have been

recorded. It is a thrilling location for photography of the majestic scenery and wildlife, but also the prolific bird

life for enthusiasts.

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Lake Kariba Fishing

Bumi is the prime fishing region of Kariba and is a major attraction that sets it apart from any traditional luxury

safari lodge. Here it is rated one of Africa’s Top 20 adventures. You’ll thrill to catching the razor toothed tiger,

pound-for-pound one of the world’s most powerful freshwater species.

Cultural Excursions

The Bumi Hills Wildlife Area is bordered in the north west by the Chalala and Mola communities, which are home

to the Tonga, a delightful and very spiritual people who have resided in this area and along the length of the

Zambezi River for centuries. They have preserved ancient traditions and still live a largely subsistence lifestyle

that is reliant on fishing, livestock and small scale farming. In the village of Chalala these customs have melted

together with the inevitable infiltration of modern ways of life. However, the luxuries of a permanent electricity

and water supply to homes are still absent, leaving the communities still largely reliant on the surrounding

environment for their livelihood.

Platform Sits

Bumi Hills has its own private game area, which extends below the lodge and includes a long stretch of

lakeshore. Note that this is outside Matusadona National Park itself, to the west of it, and is more limited than

the park’s vast area. Guests can use game hides, below the lodge, for closer views of the wildlife.

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Day 9 – 11

Mana Pools National Park

The life-giving power of the Zambezi River makes Mana Pools National Park one of Zimbabwe’s most lush and

flourishing regions, designated as the country’s second World Heritage Site and known as one of the continent’s

premier game-viewing regions. Canoe trips are offered year round and provide a unique and memorable way for

visitors to experience the area’s striking scenic beauty and diverse fauna, while guided walks are a great way to

take its pristine riverside forests.

Overnight: Kanga Camp

Kanga Camp is set within the most remote part of this World Heritage Site: Mana Pools. The camp is built around

the Kanga Pan, the only permanent water source in the area available throughout the year, making it a hub for

wildlife and a delight to explore on foot. Pristine and undeveloped, this area gives you a pure, unspoilt, private

African safari experience. The diverse area has a multiple of open vlei lines, river systems of the Ruckomechi

River, and mixed woodland types from Mopane woodland to Jesse bush and riverine forests. Pristine and

undeveloped, this area gives you a pure, unspoilt, private African safari experience.

This 12 bedded luxury tented camp comprises of 6 luxury meru-style tents all furnished simply yet elegantly, with

en-suite bathroom facilities which include flush toilets and running hot and cold water. Two of the tents are

honeymoon units with a private deck for dining and relaxing in the afternoons. The honeymoon units can also be

converted into a Family unit on special request. The main area has a comfortable lounge and dining area offering

you uninterrupted views of a very active water hole. Relax in the upper deck lounge under the shade of a

mahogany or sit on the deck below near the splash pool and enjoy Kanga − the old Africa in a new era.

Besides game drives and walking excursions, an hour’s drive brings you to the wild Zambezi River where guests

are able to join additional activities such as canoeing and fishing excursions on special request. The major

highlight during your stay at Kanga, is “Kanga Under the Stars” − an opportunity to sleep on an open platform

and experience the magnificence of an African night lit up solely by a star studded sky.

Notes: Day 9, 10 & 11

DAY 9

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You have some time for some a fishing excursion, a boat cruise, or a birding safari on the concession this

morning before your flight out of Kariba. Then pack up and take short drive to Bumi Airstrip for a 45-minute flight

to Dandawa Airstrip, and finally, a short drive to Kanga Camp. Join the other guests for lunch and take some time

to get to know the place. Watch the animals that come to Kanga Pan, take a dip in the swimming pool, or a siesta

in your room. Afternoon tea will be served in the late afternoon, and then it’s time for an evening game drive. On

returning from your game drive, drinks and dinner will be served and then it is time to retire to your room.

DAY 10 Your wake-up call with tea/coffee means that it’s time for a light breakfast before your morning activity. Your

guide will take you on a walking safari around the camp's concession. This area has excellent birding, and you will

be tracking animals as well. Get to know the flora of the region and track lions on foot. After your walking safari,

return to camp for brunch and enjoy the view of the wild animals that come to drink and play at the pan. In the

afternoon, go out for some fishing on the Zambezi River. You can combine your canoeing trail with a fishing

excursion to make full use of the trip. Return to camp for drinks and snacks while you observe the visitors from

the main deck. After dinner, it is time to call it a night.

Day 11 Wake up to a light breakfast before heading out on a canoe safari on the Zambezi River. This is a great way to see

animals along the shoreline and those that reside in the water. Head back to camp for brunch and some rest. You

may opt for some fishing, relaxing on the raised deck, or taking a siesta in your comfortable tent. Kanga Camp

gets decent game at the pan, so you can enjoy an armchair safari if you do not want to go out for any activities.

After the afternoon tea, if you wish to do the sleeping out experience (Kanga under the stars), your guide will

walk you about a kilometre out of camp to the elevated sleeping platforms. Your drinks will be waiting for you

around the campfire, and your dinner will be served while you are out there. Enjoy the sounds of the wild and the

African night sky. Alternatively, you can opt for another activity and spend the night in your own tent.

Activities Info

Game Drives

Game drives at Kanga Camp are always full of surprises. Safaris in this game-rich region of Zimbabwe means

there are common sightings such as leopard and wild dog. During the dry season, game drives are often not

needed as the game comes straight to the pan in front of Kanga where fresh water is pumped throughout the

day. Being the only pan within a 10km radius, this brings the true meaning to an Armchair Safari.

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Walking Safaris

Walking at Kanga Camp is absolutely superb with the guidance of one of our professional guides in camp,

walking in Mana Pools is one of the closest things we can get to being in the complete wilderness. Get to know

the flora of the region or track lions on foot. A walk in Mana Pools is something truly special.

Canoeing

Besides game drives, bird watching and walking excursions, an hour’s drive brings you to the Zambezi flood

plains in Mana Pools for canoeing and fishing excursions. Preferable for stays longer than 3 nights, this day-trip

to the river banks for an exciting canoe trail is not to be missed.

Fishing

Try your hand at tiger-fishing on the Zambezi River - an activity this region is well-known for. Combine your

canoeing trail with a fishing excursion during your stay at Kanga Camp.

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Kanga Under the Stars

A more adventurous option from Kanga Bush Camp is a sleep out approximately a kilometre from camp, where

four sleeping platforms have been erected high up on wooden stilts under large wild fig trees. These consist

simply of a mattress, with pillows and duvets, laid on a wooden platform, and completely covered by a mosquito

net. Down below, two platforms each share a flush toilet and a bucket shower. A late afternoon walk/ drive from

Kanga, with your guide, will bring you to ‘Kanga under the Stars’, where staff will be waiting for you with ice-cold

drinks around a campfire. Later there is a three-course dinner, and in the morning, breakfast is served before

walking back to Kanga.

Day 12 – 15

Overnight: Zambezi Expeditions

The legendary Mana Pools is known for its wildlife rich flood plains and magnificent views of the Zambezi River,

with the Zambezi Escarpment in Zambia as a dramatic backdrop to the scenery. The river boasts some of Africa’s

most amazing tiger fishing and adventure canoeing safaris, creating the perfect combination of beauty and fun

and making this World Heritage site a must-visit national park.

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Zambezi Expeditions offers one of the best ways to experience Mana Pools on the banks of the mighty Zambezi

River. The 8-bed luxury mobile camp is set up prior to your arrival. Comprising of 4 twin bedded mini-meru style

tents with en-suite bathroom facilities including flush toilets and al fresco bucket showers, the camp gives luxury

camping a new definition by virtue of its simple yet elegant and comfortable furnishings. A 12-bedded camp

consisting of six tents can be set up for a single group on special request.

Notes: Day 12, 13, 14 & 15

DAY 12 On this day, you will move out of Kanga Camp to Zambezi Life Styles Camp. After breakfast, a game vehicle will

take you from the Ruckomechi River area onto the Zambezi River shoreline. This is a game drive on its own. You

will arrive at Zambezi Life Styles Camp in time for brunch. Enjoy the change of scenery and take some time to

relax. In the late afternoon, join your guides for some afternoon fishing. The slow flow of the Zambezi allows for

great catch-and-release tiger fishing. Cruise back to camp for some evening sundowners on the water. Dinner

will be served in the mess tent or under the African evening sky.

DAY 13 On this day, wake up for breakfast and a canoe safari on the Zambezi River. This is a great opportunity to get up

close to some of Africa's wild animals while slowly cruising down the river. Elephants, hippos and crocodiles are

common sightings. At the end of the canoe safari you are met by a game vehicle and transferred back to camp in

time for lunch and an afternoon siesta. After the High tea, go on an evening game drive along the flood plain

with one of the guides. After your drive, it is time for dinner, and then you can enjoy some drinks under starlight

before retiring to your tent.

DAY 14 Wake up for breakfast and start the day with a game drive along the floodplain with expert guides - some of the

best in Africa. This can be an all-day affair, where you will see an abundance of wild animals such as eland,

elephant, African wild dogs, water buck, and big herds of buffalo, kudu, lion and leopard. Meals and

refreshments will be packed for you. Combine this activity with a walking or canoe safari to make the most out of

your game viewing experience. Return to camp for some fishing and relaxation. Dinner will be served under the

mess tent or under the stars on the shoreline.

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DAY 15 Wake up early this morning for a sunrise boat cruise on the Zambezi River if you have time and you are up for it.

Otherwise, have your breakfast and prepare for your transfer out of Mana Pools and onto Harare International

Airport for your onward flight.

Activities Info

Game Drives

One of the main highlights is a game drive along the flood plain in an open 4 x 4 Land Cruiser that takes you into

the heart of an Africa dream abounding with the continent’s unique animals − eland, elephant, African wild dogs,

water buck, big herds of buffalo, kudu, lion and leopard.

Walking Safaris

Take a walk in the wild and encounter wild animals up close with Zambezi Expeditions Game Walks.

Accompanied by one of our professional and highly-trained field guides, explore the banks of the Zambezi River

on foot.

Canoeing

Zambezi Expeditions is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River and offers canoeing safaris.

Accompanied by one of our professional guides, a canoe trip is as exciting as it sounds with opportunities to get

up close to some of Africa's wild animals while slowly cruising down the Zambezi. Elephants, hippos and

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crocodiles are common sightings. At the end of the canoe safari you are met by one of our game vehicles and

transferred back to camp in time for an afternoon siesta.

Fishing

The Zambezi River is well-known for some of the best tiger fishing spots in Africa. The slow flow of the Zambezi

allows for great catch-and-release tiger fishing and our guides are on-hand to assist in some early morning or

afternoon fishing.

Price

Total Price for all 9 nights: US$ 9055 (high season) / US$ 6892 (low season)

Per person sharing

Included

VICTORIA FALLS RIVER LODGE

• Accommodation in a roomy and open luxury room facing the Zambezi River

• All meals and local drinks, High tea

• Activities: Tour of the Falls; Two game activities (either a morning or afternoon game drive in the Zambezi

National Park, or sunrise or sunset river cruise); Bird watching on Kandahar Island

SOMALISA CAMP

• Accommodation in a large, elegantly furnished tented suite

• All meals and non-premium beverages

• Hwange National Parks Fees

• Laundry

• Two game viewing activities per day: Bird watching; Game drives; Guided walks; Night drives

BUMI HILLS • Accommodation in a premium room with breath-taking views of Lake Kariba

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• Standard Beverages, teas and coffees; Meals as served • Laundry • Up to three scheduled activities per night of stay: Game drive, platform sit, boat cruise, fishing, guided walking safari, cultural village tour, Kariba town tour KANGA CAMP

• Accommodation in a large and spacious meru-style tent

• All meals and non-premium beverages

• Laundry

• Mana Pools National park fees

• Two game viewing activities per day: Game drives, Game walks, Canoeing, Fishing

ZAMBEZI LIFE STYLES CAMP

• Accommodation in an en-suite luxury tent facing the Zambezi flood plains

• All meals and non-premium beverages

• Mana Pools National Parks Fees

• Laundry

• Two game viewing activities per day: Game drives; Game walks; Fishing; Canoe safaris

TRANSFERS

• Air transfers between Victoria Falls, Hwange, Kariba and Mana Pools

• All transfers between airports/airstrips and hotels/lodges in the circuit

• Optional daily transfer between Victoria Falls River Lodge and Victoria Falls town

Excluded

• Premium imported spirits and champagne

• Other unspecified activities

• Spa treatments and shop purchases

• Victoria Falls Rainforest, Zambezi National Park entry fees paid per person per day, and Kariba national Parks

fees for water-based activities and BHAPU fees for land-based activities

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Travel Information

A nation of spectacular natural beauty, friendly people and rich culture, Zimbabwe’s status as one of Africa’s

leading safari destinations was dampened for years by its political instability. But now that the country is

transcending its strife and returning to a state of equilibrium, it is once again emerging as a vacation highlight of

the continent. Victoria Falls – known to locals as ‘The Smoke That Thunders’ – is one of the seven natural

wonders of the world and the sheer power of this massive body of water plunging into the Zambezi Gorge is

awe-inspiring and unforgettable. Lake Kariba, with its game-rich shores and islands, is an idyllic safari spot

featuring mind-blowing sunsets; Hwange National Park is known for its huge herds of elephants; and a kayak trip

down the Zambezi through the Mana Pools National Park will appeal to the intrepid traveller, providing close

encounters with crocodiles, hippos and a host of other wildlife.

Banking and Currency

Currency

Zimbabwe uses US$ as its own unit of currency. South African Rands and Euros are also widely accepted. It is

advised to carry small denominations of change with you. However, it is best to pay for as much as possible

outside of the country. South African Rands work well in supermarkets, while US$ are preferred for curios,

accommodation and activities.

Banking

Banks in Zimbabwe are open for business Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 08h00 to 15h00, on

Wednesdays from 08h00 to 13h00 and Fridays from 08h00 to 11h30. They are closed on Sundays and Public

Holidays.

Travel, Transport and Getting Around

Taxis are safe and reliable, and can be booked through your hotel front desk. Taxis in cities travel within a 40km

radius of the city. Always take a taxi at night.

Major airlines fly into Victoria Falls, Harare and Bulawayo. Charter flights are available to most attractions and

camps.

Zimbabwe has a good road infrastructure, by African standards, although potholed. Between major towns, there

are frequent road blocks. Traffic drives on the left side of the road.

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Food, Drink and Cuisine Advice

Zimbabwe's native cuisine is based on sadza, a cooked porridge made from ground maize which is normally be

accompanied by some tasty relish, perhaps made of meat and tomatoes, or dried fish. Safari camps will often

prepare sadza if requested, and it is almost always available in small restaurants in the towns.

Camps, hotels and lodges that cater to overseas typically serve a variety international fare, and the quality of

food prepared in the most remote bush camps is usually excellent. If you are driving yourself around and plan to

cook, then get most of your supplies in main towns.

Water in the main towns is usually purified. The locals drink it, and are used to the relatively innocuous bugs that

it may harbour. If you are in the country for a long time, then it may be worth acclimatising yourself to it.

However, if you are in Zimbabwe for just a short period of time, then try to drink only bottled, boiled, or treated

water available in towns and from all camps, lodges and hotels.

Clothing / Dress Recommendations

When in Zimbabwe the cardinal rule is to wear casual, comfortable clothes during the day as temperatures can

get very hot. It is advisable to wear light loose fitting clothing, such as cotton or linen, as they are cool and easy

to wash. Warmer clothes are advised for the evenings and rainwear for the wet season.

A brimmed hat and sunglasses are a good idea year round. Long sleeved shirts and long trousers will also guard

against the scorching sun rays. It is recommended you wear light shoes, especially if your itinerary entails a lot of

walking. For safaris, please remember to wear appropriate clothing and shoes. Earth colour clothes, such as

browns, greens and tans are advisable.

Electricity and Plug Standards

Current is 220/240 volts at 50 cycles per second. Both square and round plugs are used.