Upon your arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred by road to your accommodation, the wonderful Ilala Lodge where you will spend the night. This afternoon you have the opportunity to relax while on a sunset cruise exploring the mighty Zambezi River.
Explore Vic Falls town to discover this laid-back travel hub where you can visit charming cafes or bustling markets. Find the best spot to view the Victoria Falls and be dazzled by the roar of the “Smoke that Thunders”. Feel the cool spray of the fine mist that rises meters above mighty falls where thousands of litres of water plunge down a steep gorge, gouging out a winding canyon below.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES IN VICTORIA FALLS
Popular optional activities on offer in Victoria Falls include a scenic Helicopter Flight, Flying Fox (Cable Slide), Gorge Swing, Bungee Jumping, Zip Lining, Bridge Slide as well as the Canopy Tour. Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. All activities are subject to availability and may require a minimum amount of passengers to operate. Certain activities only operate at specific times of the year. Please contact our reservation office for further information and booking. Should you wish to partake in an activity that is not listed below, we will gladly assist you.
Today you will transfer by road to your accommodation in Hwange National Park, Nantwich Lodge. This Hwange game lodge, situated in the Northwest corner of the park overlooks a large dam with resident crocodile and hippo, boasting one of the best views in Hwange National Park.
Spend your time exploring this vast reserve, discovering secluded hides and waterholes where wildlife roams freely. Enjoy the unique opportunity to venture on guided bush walks (bush walks are seasonal), immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of the wild. Our safari hide offers a perfect vantage point for quiet observation, bringing you up close to nature.
You will also have the opportunity to experience night-time game drives on our private concession where our skilled and enthusiastic guides will use their expert knowledge to reveal the secrets of the bush and ensure that your safari experience is thrillingly unforgettable.
After breakfast you will depart to Robins Airstrip, where you will embark on your flight to Mana Main/West Airstrip. The next two nights will be spent at Camp Mana offering the ultimate Zimbabwe safari experience, a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
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. The camp nestles close to the national park's eastern boundary, and offer uninterrupted views of the sweeping floodplains of Mana Pools, making game viewing possible from the comfort of your tent.
During your stay, you will be able to experience Mana Pools on game drives as well as on foot during walking safaris, led by our experienced guides. For a different vantage point, taking to the Zambezi River in a canoe is an opportunity and one of the most beautiful wilderness experiences offered.
This morning you will leave Camp Mana and transfer by road through the park to Mhara River Camp for your next three nights. The camp is located on the southern side of Mana Pools National Park with views of the Chitake River just 50 meters below.
The Camp offers all the comforts of the wilderness while preserving the surrounding flora and fauna. During your stay, you will have a choice of activities such as game-viewing excursions, a guided walk, and night-time game-viewing.
Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred by road to Ruckomechi Airstrip, where you will depart on your flight back to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!
