Zimbabwe
Enjoy the experience of Hwange’s elephants up close and personal, take in the incredible scenery as you skim along the surface of Lake Kariba, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes, set out on a guided walk at Mana Pools or enjoy canoeing on the mighty Zambezi, and sit atop the prominent and endearing sandstone Chilojo Cliffs in Gonarezhou, all the while allowing the warmth of Zimbabwe’s people to touch your soul.
The “Ultimate Zimbabwe” itinerary will see you traversing cross country from North West to North to South East Zimbabwe, visiting 4 of the 10 diverse National Parks which the country has become renowned for, and meeting with specialists along the journey to learn more about the conservation and community initiatives underway to conserve and protect these wild habitats. The itinerary will give insight into the cultural heritage and history of this magnificent country, whilst providing you with opportunities to experience up close encounters with a diversity of wildlife and bird species, both on vehicles and on foot.
With free flights and transfers between camps, you can tailor make your vacation – read on to see what you can look forward to on this exceptional offer!
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3 nights at The Hide Safari Camp in Hwange National Park
3 nights at Changa Safari Camp on Lake Kariba in Matusadona National Park,
3 nights at John’s Camp in Mana Pools National Park
3 nights at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge in Gonarezhou National Park
The Hide Safari Camp in Hwange National Park
The Hide sleeps up to 20 guests in ten comfortable and spacious deluxe, family deluxe and honeymoon deluxe tents. The tents have a myriad of different configurations with indoor and/or outdoor bathtubs and showers. They are fan cooled for comfort in summer and have extra warm blankets and hot water bottles for the cool winter months. Each has a private veranda from where guests may be entertained by the comings and goings of a large variety of game at the waterhole.
Changa Safari Camp on Lake Kariba in Matusadona National Park
Changa’s unique and secluded setting opens many of Zimbabwe’s wild wonders. 8 luxury tents are set under sprawling Mopane woodland along Kariba’s shoreline and around a central pool, private beach and bar/dining area. With all this and endless views across the lake under the biggest, bluest skies. 6 tents accommodate 2 people each and there are two sets of interconnecting family tents, which allow children to move freely between their tent and their parents’ in complete safety and privacy. All tents are a classic safari olive canvas and have been mosquito proofed with specialised netting, allowing you to comfortably fall asleep with a gentle breeze and the distant call of the wild.
Each tent has been individually decorated with an East African influence.
John’s Camp in Mana Pools National Park
The camp comprises of 12 beds, made up of 6 twin or double en-suite Meru style tents, a common dining area and a star gazing sleep-out platform for the more adventurous safari traveler. Each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities with flush loo and overhanging safari-style bucket showers. Inside the tent is a lit changing area complete with a running water basin. With privacy in mind, the tents are generously spaced out along the floodplain adjacent to the Zambezi River. The dining area is centrally located between the tents, positioned in thick shade, and there is a campfire overlooking the floodplain for evening cocktails and snacks before dinner.
Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge in Gonarezhou National Park
Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge sits on the cliffs of the Save river with panoramic views over Gonarezhou National Park. Each of Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge’s 10 chalets are light, spacious, simple, and elegant, with all the comforts of home. A handsome palette of natural materials, to provide one with a haven from the heat of the day, a place to rest and recoup, and to prepare for the next big adventure. The main lodge has everything you need; a shaded swimming pool, a sumptuous lounge, a library, a bar and dining room, all surrounded by beautifully tended gardens. Even here, at the heart of Chilo, the great African wilderness is never far away. You can watch the local elephants, hippos and crocodiles cooling off in the waters of the river from the viewing deck.
The Hide Safari Camp in Hwange National Park
You can choose up to four activities a day when staying at The Hide. Experience wild animals from a unique vantage point at the Private Hide, go on a professional guided walking safari, spend the morning/afternoon on a game drive or venture out on night drive to find that elusive leopard you’ve been searching for.
Changa Safari Camp on Lake Kariba in Matusadona National Park
The cool of the early mornings might see you setting out on a guided walk, where nature’s little details come into full focus. A game drive might be more your style and can take you further afield, round to the flood plain and the red sandy shoreline where the resident lion pride is known to hang out. Or if fishing is your thing, you can cast off from the bank or from a boat.
John’s Camp in Mana Pools National Park
Various activities to choose from. Game drives are all conducted from Toyota Landcruiser’s, 9- seater bench arrangements on a 3-tier frame with an overhead shade for comfort. Walking safaris lead by professional armed licensed Guides. Bush lunch prepared in the main camp and served in a remote and beautiful part of the park overlooking the Zambezi River. Land based fishing, catch a variety of species from the great African Tiger Fish to the tasty Tilapia (bream).
Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge in Gonarezhou National Park
Whether it’s exhilarating game drives through the park, excursions to the epic Chilojo Cliffs, or a day spent birdwatching, there is a wide range of activities to suit every guest. When the day is done and you’ve enjoyed sundowners on the Save River, filled page after page of your journal around the campfire, or spent a day with the people of Mahenye Village, sleep will come easy. You know when you wake, it will be there waiting for you, all over again.
COST PER PERSON SHARING:
Travel Period: May - June 2024 US$ 8,500.00
Jul - October 2024 US$ 9,760.00
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**Luggage is restricted to 15 kg in a soft bag.
ALL PRICES ARE BASED ON APPLICABLE RATES AS OF TODAY; HOWEVER, THE ABOVE QUOTATION IS SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION AT THE TIME OF BOOKING AND MAY BE AFFECTED BY AIR, FUEL INCREASES, ACCOMMODATION AVAILABILITY OR ANY OTHER STATUTORY INCREASE BEYOND OUR CONTROL.
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