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This 9 Days Zimbabwe Safari with Victoria Falls offers travelers a chance to explore the diverse terrain of Zimbabwe on a sunset river cruises, safari adventures and steal trains for breathtaking views of natural wonders like the magnificent Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River and abundance of exciting wildlife.
9 Days Zimbabwe Safari with Victoria Falls Highlights
- Go on day and night game drives to see different bush scenes and animals unfold
- Fish for the hard fighting and ferocious tiger fish
- Enjoy Dinner over the Victoria Galls on the famous steam train
- Have a relaxing sunset cruise along the Zambezi River with a sundowner experience
Detailed itinerary – 9 Days Zimbabwe Safari with Victoria Falls
Day 1 – 3: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Explore and experience – The Mighty Victoria Falls – the largest waterfall in the world and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Fly to Victoria Falls where you will be welcomed by our representative and be transferred to the famous colonial – era Victoria Falls Hotel for a two-night’s stay. After checking-in, enjoy High Tea with an African twist as you sit out on the veranda overlooking the majestic waterfalls.
Spend an evening reliving Cecil Rhodes’ Steam train dreams by eating dinner on the Rovos Rail, departing from Victoria Falls Train Station and crossing over the bridge with epic views of the falls. For a chance to get close to the water, you can go on a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River where you will have a sundowner experience.
Highlights of the Day – Experience the thrill of the white water rafting in the gorges below the Victoria Falls, take part in canoeing and drift with the flow on the Zambezi River to see wildlife up close.
Overnight Stay at Victoria Falls Hotel
Day 3 – 6: Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Spend three nights in Hwange National Park- a fantastic national park in Zimbabwe where herds of elephants traverse the landscape. The park is also a prime sport for lion sightings. Fly down to Hwange National Park where you will have three nights of stay at Verney’s Camp, situated on the border of the savannah and overlooking a watering hole a perfect spot to see wildlife in the evening.
The lodge’s perfect location makes for incredible wildlife sightings on both morning and night game drives, your experienced drive will take you around the river ways and flood plains surrounding the camp with a good chance of sightings of herds of elephants and large predators such as lions and leopards. Night game drives in Hwange National Park allow you to spot small nocturnal animals and also provide a thrill of witnessing a pride of lions and other predators on hunt.
Highlights of the Day – Go on an after dinner night drive to see nocturnal bush scenes and enjoy sightings of animals including leopards, visit the local community to get an authentic insight into local life.
Overnight stay – Verney’s Camp
Day 6 – 9: Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Mana Pools National Park is an incredible protected area in Zimbabwe known for consistent animal sightings where you will get excellent sightings of animals like elephants, hippos and crocodiles gathering at sunrise around the river banks. Fly to Mana Pools National Park which is your last destination for this 9 Days Zimbabwe Safari with Victoria Falls, here you will spend three nights at Little Ruchomechi, a beautiful camp set on the banks of the Lower Zambezi River.
The camp’s location is considered to provide the best walking safaris in Africa, with frequent up-close sightings of elephant, zebras and buffalo. Take advantage of this prime spot along the Zambezi River and set out on guided fishing trips, you might be lucky enough to catch an aggressive tiger fish. Walk in the footsteps of animals as you follow your guide on foot into the bush to track wildlife. End your trip with a return flight from Victoria Falls.
Highlights of the Day: bird watching experience on which you will tick off over 380 bird species off of your Zimbabwe Bird List, enjoy a sunrise cruise to seethe walking carmine bee-eater colonies.
Overnight stay – Little Ruchomechi
Book Now GENERAL INFORMATION
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
All visitors to Victoria Falls must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. The Government of Tanzania has rolled out an online Visa application portal accessible on internet. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest Zimbabwe Embassy or Consulate.
LANGUAGE: English
TIME: GMT +3
CLIMATE: Southern Africa climate is predominantly tropical. The long rains are from mid-March to late May and the short rains from November to January. The hottest months are from October to February and the coolest months are June to August.
VOLTAGE: 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the National Grid in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.
CURRENCY: Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort.  Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency. However, US$ older than 2009 are only accepted
CLOTHING: Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.
BAGGAGE: Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.
WATER: You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 litres of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.
HEALTH: Southern Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards:
Malaria prophylactics. Southern Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray. The hotels provide mosquito repellent sachets as part of the room’s amenities in all our locations.
Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure Imbasa is notified prior to travel so that the respective Hotels and Lodges are informed
GRATUITIES: As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following:
The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day
Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day
PHOTOGRAPHY: Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.
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