On arrival at Bulawayo Airport you will be met and transferred by road to your accommodation, where you will spend the next two nights. The rest of the day will be at your leisure to relax beside the pool, or to partake in one of our activities offered at Big Cave Camp Wilderness area.
Matobo Hills is an area of exquisite beauty, steeped in tribal history, ancient mystery and dramatic rock landscapes. The national park has been given UNESCO World Heritage status and is home to both white and black rhinoceros, sable antelope and the world’s densest population of leopard. Birdlife is prolific and includes the highest concentration of black eagles in the world. Once the home of the San (Bushman), this area contains the richest source of the rock art found anywhere. Not only is it here that the Ndebele people buried their great king, Mzilikazi, but Cecil John Rhodes was also laid to rest on the “Hill of the Benevolent Spirit” or “Worlds View” as named by him. We visit the National Park, Rhodes grave and participate in Rhino Tracking.
After breakfast we depart Matobo Hills by road and make our way to your accommodation for the next two nights, 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.
This morning after breakfast you will road transfer to Victoria Falls. where you will spend the night at the wonderful Ilala Lodge. This afternoon you have the opportunity to explore the mighty Victoria Falls on a guided tour. Thereafter relax by the pool for the afternoon, or partake in one of the optional activities on offer.
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.
Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!
