Zimbabwe Waterways & Zambia Wilderness
Experience the Highlights of both Zimbabwe and Zambia
On this captivating 10 day holiday you will experience the grandeur of Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Highlights
- Experience one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World, Victoria Falls, from both the Zimbabwean and Zambian vantage points
- Game viewing at Mana Pools on guided walks, and morning, afternoon and night drives by pontoon
- An African safari on the Busanga Plains with its incredible diversity and abundance of animals and bird-life
Tour Departs:
Selected Days (Subject to availability)
Tour Notes:
Subject to minimum 2 guests. Tour operates seasonally from June to November. Light aircraft transfer – weather permitting and luggage restrictions apply. Departure taxes subject to change.
Tour Includes
9 nights accommodation, transfers as specified, excursions & sightseeing as specified, park fees
Tour Excludes
Meals other than specified, premium brand drinks at safari lodges, gratuities, porterage, hot air balloon safari in Kafue, activities other than specified, visa fees, travel insurance and departure taxes payable directly
Day One
Meet at Victoria Falls airport and transfer by road to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure to explore Victoria Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Day Two
After breakfast transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. Board your light aircraft transfer to Mana Pools National Park. Your lodge is set in a private concession and nestles amongst a large grove of acacia and ebony trees, overlooking the Zambezi River. Dinner and overnight at lodge. [BD]
Day Three & Four
Spend your days at leisure. Guest activities include early morning walks, morning and afternoon game drives and night drives led by an experienced guide. Game viewing by pontoon is also on offer. Overnight at lodge. [FB]
Day Five
Transfer to your lodge set on the Busanga Plains. Dinner and overnight at lodge. [FB]
Day Five - Depart Lusaka
Early morning boat transfer to Chirundu, followed by road transfer to Lusaka and onward light aircraft transfer to northern Kafue National Park.
Day Six & Seven
Spend your days at leisure discovering the wonders of one of Zambia’s most important wetland and grassland areas. Activities on offer include morning and early-evening game drives. Why not join a hot air balloon safari (optional) for a bird’s eye view of this incredible area. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Day Eight
Enjoy an early-morning safari activity and breakfast. Light aircraft transfer to Livingstone followed by road transfer to your lodge, set on the water’s edge. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Day Nine
You have the day at leisure. Your lodge is uniquely set within the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park offering a diverse range of activities to enjoy: a Zambezi River cruise, a game drive in the park, tour of the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, tour of Livingstone and the Livingstone Museum and a visit to a local village. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Day Ten
After a scrumptious breakfast and morning activity, transfer to Livingstone Airport. [B]
Day One: Victoria Falls
Meet at Victoria Falls airport and transfer by road to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure to explore Victoria Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Day One: Victoria Falls
Meet at Victoria Falls airport and transfer by road to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure to explore Victoria Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Overlooking the expansive wild plateau of the Zambezi National Park, the luxury Victoria Safari Lodge is just four kilometres from the thundering Victoria Falls. With tasteful African-inspired décor and finishings, the stylish en-suite rooms all have private balconies with spectacular bush views.
Day Two: Victoria Falls to Mana Pools
After breakfast transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. Board your light aircraft transfer to Mana Pools National Park. Your lodge is set in a private concession and nestles amongst a large grove of acacia and ebony trees, overlooking the Zambezi River. Dinner and overnight at lodge. [BD]
Day Three & Four: Mana Pools
Spend your days at leisure. Guest activities include early morning walks, morning and afternoon game drives and night drives led by an experienced guide. Game viewing by pontoon and canoeing is also on offer. Overnight at lodge. [FB]
Ruckomechi Camp
Covering a spectacular, one kilometre long section of the mighty Zambezi River, the Ruckomechi Camp offers top class accommodation and a great range of activities. All of Ruckomechi’s large, tented chalets are located on the riverfront and have been tastefully decorated with a mix of local culture and modern sensibilities.
Day Five: Kafue National Park
Transfer to your lodge set on the Busanga Plains. Dinner and overnight at lodge. [FB]
Busanga Bushcamp
In the shade of giant sycamore fig trees on the plains of the abundant Kafue National Park, Busanga is an intimate camp whose rustic sophistication makes for a classic safari experience.
Day Five: Mana Pools to Kafue National Park
Early morning boat transfer to Chirundu, followed by road transfer to Lusaka and onward light aircraft transfer to northern Kafue National Park.
Day Six & Seven: Kafue National Park
Spend your days at leisure discovering the wonders of one of Zambia’s most important wetland and grassland areas. Activities on offer include morning and early-evening game drives. Why not join a hot air balloon safari (optional) for a bird’s eye view of this incredible area. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Busanga Bushcamp
In the shade of giant sycamore fig trees on the plains of the abundant Kafue National Park, Busanga is an intimate camp whose rustic sophistication makes for a classic safari experience.
Day Eight: Kafue National Park to Livingstone
Enjoy an early-morning safari activity and breakfast. Light aircraft transfer to Livingstone followed by road transfer to your lodge, set on the water’s edge. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Toka Leya Camp
On the banks of the life-giving Zambezi River, the Toka Leya Camp is the perfect luxury accommodation to explore the sights of the renowned Victoria Falls. Generously spacious safari-style en suite chalets are furnished along a tasteful, uncluttered African theme and enjoy fantastic views of the river.
Day Nine: Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park
You have the day at leisure. Your lodge is uniquely set within the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park offering a diverse range of activities to enjoy: a Zambezi River cruise, a game drive in the park, tour of the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, tour of Livingstone and the Livingstone Museum and a visit to a local village. Overnight and dinner at lodge. [FB]
Toka Leya Camp
On the banks of the life-giving Zambezi River, the Toka Leya Camp is the perfect luxury accommodation to explore the sights of the renowned Victoria Falls. Generously spacious safari-style en suite chalets are furnished along a tasteful, uncluttered African theme and enjoy fantastic views of the river.
Day Ten: Livingstone
After a scrumptious breakfast and morning activity, transfer to Livingstone Airport. [B]
Day One
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Overlooking the expansive wild plateau of the Zambezi National Park, the luxury Victoria Safari Lodge is just four kilometres from the thundering Victoria Falls. With tasteful African-inspired décor and finishings, the stylish en-suite rooms all have private balconies with spectacular bush views. Buffalo, elephant, warthogs, antelope and an abundance of birds are easily spotted at the hotel’s waterhole while dining at the hotel’s award-winning Makuwa-Kuwa restaurant or enjoying sundowners at the open-air Buffalo Bar. The Boma Restaurant offers a unique cultural experience that thrills the senses with tastes, textures, sights, sounds and smells of Africa.
Day Two,
Day Three & Four
Ruckomechi Camp
Covering a spectacular, one kilometre long section of the mighty Zambezi River, the Ruckomechi Camp offers top class accommodation and a great range of activities. All of Ruckomechi’s large, tented chalets are located on the riverfront and have been tastefully decorated with a mix of local culture and modern sensibilities. As a private concession Ruckomechi enjoys the unique opportunity to have motorised watercraft on this part of the Zambezi. Other activities include game drives, walking safaris and sundowner cruises. At the end of the day watch the sun go down as you relax in Ruckomechi’s river lounge.
Day Five
Busanga Bushcamp
In the shade of giant sycamore fig trees on the plains of the abundant Kafue National Park, Busanga is an intimate camp whose rustic sophistication makes for a classic safari experience. Busanga’s four en suite chalets are shaped like traditional Meru-style tents and employ a simple and comfortable décor to complement the safari experience. Busanga’s expert staff will ensure that your stay is a delight; whether you are enjoying the spectacular view from your chalet or embarking on an expertly guided game drive.
Day Six & Seven
Busanga Bushcamp
In the shade of giant sycamore fig trees on the plains of the abundant Kafue National Park, Busanga is an intimate camp whose rustic sophistication makes for a classic safari experience. Busanga’s four en suite chalets are shaped like traditional Meru-style tents and employ a simple and comfortable décor to complement the safari experience. Busanga’s expert staff will ensure that your stay is a delight; whether you are enjoying the spectacular view from your chalet or embarking on an expertly guided game drive.
Day Eight,
Day Nine
Toka Leya Camp
On the banks of the life-giving Zambezi River, the Toka Leya Camp is the perfect luxury accommodation to explore the sights of the renowned Victoria Falls. Generously spacious safari-style en suite chalets are furnished along a tasteful, uncluttered African theme and enjoy fantastic views of the river. Embark on river cruises, game in the Mosi oa Tunya National Park and tours of the local towns and villages. Enjoy a delicious meal on the sundeck or relax in the rippling infinity pool.
