Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Holidays Zimbabwe Safari Holidays Vacations

Victoria Falls + Lake Kariba + Hwange
IRK7V

7 NIGHTS
FROM $2,107
International flights quoted separately
This wonderful flying safari takes in the key highlights of Zimbabwe, starting at the the amazing Victoria Falls - the "smoke that thunders" - and continuing to beautiful Lake Kariba, famous for its wildlife, game fishing and house boats. Complete your holiday with a thrilling Big-5 safari at Hwange Game Reserve, famous for its large herds of elephants.
HIGHLIGHTS
Holidays Zimbabwe Holidays Lake Kariba House Boat Holiday Safari Vacations
• Victoria Falls • Victoria Falls • Zambezi Sunset Cruise • Zambezi Cruise
• Elephant Safari • White Water Rafting • Lake Kariba • White Water Rafting
• Lake Kariba • Tiger Fishing • House Boat • Tiger Fishing
• Hippopotamus • Hwange Game Reserve • Lion • Crocodiles
• Hwange Gae Reserve • Elephants • Big-5 Safari • Big-5 Safari
Day 1
You will be met at Victoria Falls Airport, Zimbabwe and transferred to your hotel on the banks of the Zambezi River, near the mighty Victoria Falls.
 
Check in, settle in and relax whilst you catch your first glimpses of the magnificent Smoke That Thunders first discovered by Dr. David Livingstone and still one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. The flow of water over the Victoria Falls is greatest during the wet months (February to June) but the falls are a magnificent sight at any time of year.
Day 2
At leisure to explore the small town of Victoria Falls or relax on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River.
  
Adrenalin seekers can participate in many adventure activities such as canoeing in the gentler rapids above the falls, abseiling or white water rafting in the turbulent gorge below the falls (grade 5), or watch bungi jumping from Victoria Falls Bridge!
Day 3
Today transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your light aircraft flight to beautiful Lake Kariba.
 
This huge lake is the largest body of water in Zimbabwe and is situated downstream from the Victoria Falls, as the Zambezi River winds its way eastwards towards Mozambique and the Indian Ocean. Check into your lodge and relax in this area of great natural beauty.
Days 4 To 5
At leisure to relax and enjoy the activities offered by your lodge on the shores of Lake Kariba.
 
Lake Kariba is over 140 miles (220 km) long and 20 miles (40 km) wide - making it one of the world's largest man-made reservoirs. It is a mecca for game fishing, particularly for the ferocious tiger fish. Apart from its marine life, its waters are also home to Nile crocodiles and hippopotamus. Fish eagles, cormorants and other water birds can also be seen here, as well as antelope and occasional herds of elephants.
Day 6
Today leave Lake Kariba and transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Hwange National Park, the largest game park in Zimbabwe.
 
Check in, settle in and relax in this remote wildlife area before enjoying a thrilling safari drive in an open top game viewing vehicle accompanied by a lodge ranger. With over 100 different species of mammals, including huge herds of elephants and many predators, a marvellous wildlife experience is guaranteed. The bird life is also outstanding.
Day 7
Today is devoted to game viewing in Hwange National Park. Note: game drives are optional extras, if not included in your lodge package (see hotel details below).
 
Rise early to take advantage of the best game viewing conditions of the day, as you enjoy a thrilling open top game drive in Hwange National Park with your ranger. Covering a vast area of over 5,600 square miles (14,600 square kilometres) and in close proximity to the arid Kalahari desert, this remote wildlife sanctuary is renowned for its enormous population of elephants, as well as vast herds of buffalo, zebra and giraffe. It is home to many predators including lions, hyena and endangered wild dogs which are thriving in the region. Rhino are also found in the park.
 
The rest of the morning is free to relax by the lodge swimming pool, before setting out again in the late afternoon for another game drive. Enjoy another spectacular African sunset and relax around an open fire, before dining under the stars!
Day 8
After an early morning game drive in Hwange Game Reserve, transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Victoria Falls Airport and your onward flight home.