Zimbabwe's famous close elephant encounters

Days 1–2 : Victoria Falls
Days 3–5 : Hwange National Park
Days 6–8 : Hwange National Park
Guide Price : $4,673 per person
Duration : 6 nights
Countries : Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is known for its exceptional close encounters with elephants. Mothers regularly bring their babies to drink from swimming pools (there tend to be less predators!). Adding Victoria Falls to the trip offers something a little different to your usual safari, the wealth of activities on offer at the Falls means there is something for everyone!

Specific highlights of this Zimbabwe safari:

Home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World and Africa’s second-largest elephant population
Iconic views of the Victoria Falls Bridge and close-up elephant encounters in Hwange National Park
Best suited to those looking for elegance and luxury
Somalisa is an award-winning camp in the heart of Hwange N.P. and founded by pro-guide Beks Ndlovu
Best from June to August, to see the Falls at its most impressive combined with exceptional game viewing

Overview of the suggested Zimbabwe safari lodges and activities:

Victoria Falls is an essential element to any trip to Zimbabwe. We love including it at the start of the trip as it allows guests to recover from their flights and adjust to the time difference. However, this doesn’t mean there is nothing to do or see! Victoria Falls is jam-packed with activities, including white water rafting, bungee jumping, canoeing, zip wiring, and gorge swinging. Seasoned daredevils will relish a swim in the aptly named Devil’s Pool, the pool right at the top of the Falls – absolutely awesome! Guests looking to take it slower can enjoy river cruises, shopping expeditions to Victoria Falls Town, and excursions to the local villages to get to know the people for whom this region is home.

Hwange is where you will spend your time focusing on game viewing. This is the country's biggest park and home to over 108 species of mammals including lion, leopard, and cheetah. However, it’s the elephants in the park that really steal the show, with huge herds often seen in front of the camps or from the various photographic hides. For elephant lovers, this park is a must!

Who is this Zimbabwe trip for?

This trip has been designed and priced with couples and honeymooners in mind (two adults traveling together). However, every trip we create is individually tailor-made to suit the client. So if you’re a group or a family, we might even suggest different accommodation. After a discussion with you about your preferences and needs, we can move some elements and change the number of days – it all depends entirely on what you would like to do!

All Of Our Vacations Are Tailor Made

The prices below are per person (based on two adults traveling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2024. Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your vacation. There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.

From approx $4,673 per person in low season

From approx $7,560 per person in high season

Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation and meals as specified in the day to day itinerary. Price excludes international flights, tipping, visa and any meals not included.

Specific highlights of this Zimbabwe safari:

Home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World and Africa’s second-largest elephant population
Iconic views of the Victoria Falls Bridge and close-up elephant encounters in Hwange National Park
Best suited to those looking for elegance and luxury
Somalisa is an award-winning camp in the heart of Hwange N.P. and founded by pro-guide Beks Ndlovu
Best from June to August, to see the Falls at its most impressive combined with exceptional game viewing

Overview of the suggested Zimbabwe safari lodges and activities:

Who is this Zimbabwe trip for?

Let us tailor-make a safari suited to you

This is just one example of a trip we could design for you. We tailor-make safari vacations that take you to the real Africa – no readymade tours or set departures. Get in touch today to start creating your bespoke itinerary!

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Days 1–2 Victoria Falls

This trip starts with two nights at Victoria Falls River Lodge. River Lodge is well placed to provide a full menu of activities, from its fabulous location. The service standards at River Lodge are as impressive as we would expect from the luxurious accommodation. If you like a large tent, you will love it here. All in all, this might just be the ultimate in luxury safari!

Board basis and activities:
Victoria Falls River Lodge is booked on an all-inclusive basis, including all food, drinks, and shared scheduled safari activities. Days are designed by the guides when you arrive in the camp, with a choice of either a morning or afternoon game drive in the Zambezi National Park, and a sunrise or sunset river cruise – per person per day (subject to availability).

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Days 3–5 Hwange National Park

After two nights exploring the wonders of ‘The Smoke That Thunders’, it is a three-hour transfer to Hwange National Park. Camp Hwange is owned by ZimPro guide David Carson, renowned as one of the finest guides in Zimbabwe, and this camp is all about phenomenal safari experiences and top-level guiding. It is not about the comfort, but the wilderness experience. The flexibility of the Camp Hwange team, together with the knowledge and charisma of the guides, is what makes the property a favourite of ours.

Board basis and activities:
The Camp is booked on an all-inclusive basis, including all food, drinks, and shared scheduled safari activities. Days are designed by the guides when you arrive in the camp.

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Days 6–8 Hwange National Park

Today you are transferred to Wilderness Linkwasha, to explore the south-eastern part of the park. Linkwasha is the flagship of the camps in Hwange National Park. It is the most luxurious camp in Hwange and is situated in an area teeming with game, within the Linkwasha Concession and a short distance from the game-rich Ngamo Plains. This camp has it all – luxurious accommodation, excellent service, fantastic guides, and loads of game!

Board basis and activities:
Wilderness Linkwasha is booked on an all-inclusive basis, including all food, drinks, and shared scheduled safari activities. Days are designed by the guides when you arrive in the camp.

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