Wonders of Zimbabwe - 10 Days

You will be met at Bulawayo Airport for a road transfer (approximately 1 hour) to your stunning lodge, nestled amongst the boulders of the Matopos National Park.

This exclusive, privately owned safari lodge is located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Matobo Hills, the oldest National Park in Zimbabwe. The spectacular lodge with its unique architecture is tucked away into an ancient Bushman’s shelter. The granite domes and castle kopjes echo the essence of tranquillity and majesty of Africa, where wildlife and birdlife species thrive in prolific numbers. Famous for its healthy population of endangered rhino, the area is one of the most sought after destinations within Zimbabwe.

Spend your days rhino tracking, hiking through the magnificent landscape, visiting the famous 'World's View' - an area sacred to the Ndebele people, and controversially, also the burial spot of Cecil Rhodes, learning about Bushman culture and rock art, engaging with local communities or relaxing by the infinity rock pool.

Stay at:
Amalinda Lodge or similar (full board & activities)

You will be transferred by road, approximately 5 hours, to your game lodge which is located on the Dete Vlei, close to the Main Camp of Hwange National Park, providing scenic landscapes of exceptional and rare beauty.

Hwange National Park is a dedicated nature ´nirvana` consisting of 14,651 unfenced square kilometres in the northwest of Zimbabwe extending westward to link with Botswana. Hwange is home to robust populations of some of the world most endangered large mammals including cheetah, wild dog and leopard as well as rarer antelope species, including as sable, kudu and eland. The natural habitats of the area are diverse, with thousands  of plant species and hundreds of bird and mammal species. The Dete Vlei plays a pivotal role of the conservation of wildlife and is co-managed and protected by the Forestry Commission and The Amalinda Safari Collection’s Mother Africa Trust anti-poaching unit.

In this package enjoy 3 days on safari - getting into the rhythm of nature whilst doing game drives, walking safaris, hide sits and learning about Amalinda's conservation and community projects.

Stay at:
Sable Valley or similar (full board & activities)

After your morning activity you will be transferred by road, approximately 3 hours, to your boutique hotel in Victoria Falls.

The Victoria Falls is a sight not to be missed - the clouds of spray generated by this thunderous descent have resulted in a lush rain forest full of stunning wild flowers. This is truly one of Africa's most spectacular sights and the Victoria Falls village in Zimbabwe is the perfect base from which to appreciate it.

A host of activities are centred on four separate delights: the Falls, the magnificent Zambezi River, the surrounding Zambezi National Park and the Victoria Falls village.

A tour of the Falls is a must, the 'Flight of Angels' helicopter flight gives you the most amazing aerial views of the Falls, and when water levels are low the Devil's Pool will get the most hardened thrill seeker's heart pumping.

The Zambezi River has two characters - the wide gentle river above the Falls is a magic spot for sunset boat cruises or gentle canoeing, whilst below the Falls, the more adventurous can enjoy serious whitewater rafting, jet boating or bungee jumping.

Game drives, horse riding and conservation safaris are offered in the Zambezi National Park to view elephant and buffalo.

Children are not forgotten and canopy tours cater to all ages. A high tea amidst the colonial splendour of the Victoria Falls Hotel is a daily event and a carnivorous feast at the Boma Restaurant awaits the hungry.

Your package includes a guided tour of Victoria Falls and a sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River.

Stay at:
528 Victoria Falls Guest House or similar (bed & breakfast)