Victoria Falls is a magnificent sight of awe-inspiring beauty on the Zambezi River, forming the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The vast, basalt cliffs over which the falls thunder turn the Zambezi from a placid river into rapids that carve their way through dramatic gorges. The falls have been declared a National Park and World Heritage Site and are also one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. At the falls, you'll find activities like swimming, bungee jumping, and zip-lining. Additionally, there are calmer activities, including sunset cruises, walking tours and elephants interactions.
Hwange National Park is the largest natural reserve in Zimbabwe and lies in the country's northwest, near the famous Victoria Falls. Self and guided game drives, horseback safaris and walking safaris are offered here. Hide visits give you a chance to immerse yourself deeper into the wilderness. All Zimbabwe's specially protected animals are found here, and it is the only protected area where gemsbok and brown hyena occur in small numbers. With the big five roaming the grasslands, the area is also known for its 50 000 elephants. Many cheetahs, leopards, and endangered wild dogs are also found here abundantly.
Southern Hwange National Park covers more than 14,600 square kilometres and has more animals than any other park in Zimbabwe, including more than 400 species of birds. Lions, leopards, and cheetahs inhabit the park and are often seen patrolling the territories extending beyond concession boundaries. Deep Kalahari sands define the southern two-thirds of the park, home to vast forests of Zambezi teak trees as well as other hardwoods. Several ancient fossil lakebeds and drainage lines are visible throughout these woodlands, which now consist of large savannah grasslands fringed with Acacia and Leadwood trees.
Kasane is a town in Botswana, close to Africa's 'Four Corners', where Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe almost meet. Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park, is a significant departure point for the nearby Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Livingstone in Zambia, and Namibia's Caprivi Strip. Spread out along the banks of the Chobe River, Kasane boasts terrific views of its wildlife. Visitors often opt for a morning game drive and an afternoon boat cruise since animals are usually seen during these times. Crocodile farms, Victoria Falls trips and photographic safaris are among the many fun things to do here.
