Epic Classic Zimbabwe - 2026

On arrival in Victoria Falls, clear immigration and make your way into the arrivals hall. Here you will be met and assisted onto your Mack Air flight to Mana Pools.

Mana River camp is located along the Zambezi River within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  A quaint and comfortable safari camp with friendly staff providing a homely and authentic safari experience.

Overnight - Mana River Camp

Mana River Camp is positioned on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River nestled between this enormous perennial river and a much visited water pan, particularly enjoyed by elephants for mud bathing. Shade in the camp is provided by riverine forest predominately Trichilia Emetica and the fabled Faidherbia Albida (apple ring or Anna Tree).

Mana Pools National Park covers 2196 square kilometres and is situated in the north of Zimbabwe on the banks of the Zambezi River, the fourth longest river in Africa.  Mana Pools enjoys the designation for being a UNESCO World Heritage site, a RAMSAR site and also has the status of belonging to the UNESCO Middle Zambezi River Biosphere Reserve.

Enjoy morning and evening game drives, guided walks, boating and canoeing on the Zambezi River as well as traditional mokoro excursions (dug out canoes).

Overnight - Mana River Camp

This morning you will be transferred in the form of a game drive to Ingwe Pan.

Ingwe Pan Camp nestles alongside a large secluded pan in the pristine Mana Pools National Park, which forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The camp is a 30-minute drive from the famed Mana flood plain and Zambezi River and is known for its excellent walking safaris.

Overnight - Ingwe Pan

From bird watching to taking an untamed walking safari under the care of a highly trained guide, there is always something to see and do.

Ingwe Pan is situated at a secluded pan in the wilderness area of Mana Pools National Park, just a few kilometres inland of the Zambezi River and within walking distance of the Chiruwe river bed.

The pan is one of the biggest in the park and is surrounded by a grove of large ebony trees.  A magnificent fig and ancient ebony form the canopy of the main lounge and dining area of the camp.  An ancient baobab is a few minutes walk from the camp and the perfect spot for picnics and sundowners in the evening.

The pan is an essential waterhole in the park, providing an intermediary drinking spot for the large herds of elephant and buffalo who walk through each day to the floodplain. Ingwe (the local translation for Leopard) Pan is aptly named, as these magnificent cats visit the pan often.  Lion, hyaena, zebra, kudu and impala frequent the waterhole, as do the more shy antelope such as suni and nyala.

The animals on the Mana floodplain in general and the pan in particular are very concentrated and so the tents are snuggled together on the southern side of the pan to afford a panoramic view of all of the game trails leading in.

There is a wide diversity of vegetation around the pan, from jesse bush to mopani and so it is a birders delight too. Mana specials such as the Arnotts Chat are a sure find in the mopani and Broad-billed Rollers arrive with a multitude of other migrant birds later in the season.

Overnight - Ingwe Pan

After breakfast, transfer to Mana Main airstrip, in time to connect with your flight to Robin's airstrip (flying time is 110 minutes).

On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Deteema Springs Camp.

Deteema Springs is a small concession area in a well-known northern region of the Hwange National Park. Close to the Deteema dam, the camp is perched on a slight rocky rise above permanent water springs, offering magnificent views of large concentrations of animals, including elephants.

Overnight - Deteema Springs Camp

Deteema Springs Camp was opened in 2019 in an incredible wildlife area located near the Deteema dam in north western Hwange National Park. This area is famous for its large concentrations of animals, including elephant.  Due to the existence of year round water seeps, this area is ideal for walking and game drives, producing incredible wildlife sightings.

From game drives to walking safaris under the care of highly trained guides, there is always something to see and do. Experience unique water-based activities depending on the season, and the water levels during your visit.

Overnights - Deteema Springs Camp  - 2 nights

After a morning activity and breakfast, transfer to the airstrip in time to connect with a light air flight to Victoria Falls Airport (flying time is 25 minutes).

On arrival in Victoria Falls, you will be met and transferred to Victoria Falls River Lodge.

Nestled upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls, amidst lush indigenous bush on the Zimbabwean side of the mighty Zambezi River, Victoria Falls River Lodge awaits. Established in 2012 as the first private game lodge within Zambezi National Park, this pioneering retreat sits gracefully on the banks of the untamed Zambezi River.

Overnight - Victoria Falls River Lodge

At Victoria Falls River Lodge, enjoy a range of inclusive activities that promise unforgettable experiences. Explore the majestic Victoria Falls with a spectacular tour, embark on an exhilarating Victoria Falls Safari, unwind on a luxurious Zambezi River Cruise, or delight in magical regional Bird Watching for enthusiasts.

Overnight - Victoria Falls River Lodge

This morning you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport, in time to connect with your homeward bound flight and Depart Africa.

End of arrangements!