Duration
7-Day
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Join this week-long Zimbabwe adventure and experience the natural wonder of Victoria Falls, along with rich safaris in Hwange, Chobe, and Matobo National Parks. This package offers you the opportunity to witness incredible landscapes, diverse wildlife, and chase Africa's legendary Big Five.
Plan snapshot
Duration
7-Day
Route
Victoria Falls Town to Bulawayo
Via Victoria Falls, Chobe NP, Hwange NP
Country & park
Botswana / Chobe National Park
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives & boat trip
Accommodation
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge - Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 9 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Day 1
Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 2
Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 3-4
Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 5-6
Mid-range lodge just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe)
Day 5: Breakfast Included; Day 6: Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 7
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. Please provide your flight details in advance, as the collection time will depend on your arrival. At 16:00, your driver-guide will pick you up for a memorable Zambezi River dinner cruise. Experience the beauty and excitement of one of Africa’s most stunning destinations as you glide along the river. Savor Zambezi-style cuisine prepared by an executive chef, enjoy world-class service, and take in breathtaking views of Victoria Falls from the water. Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 2
Your journey begins with a transfer from Victoria Falls to the Kazungula border, where a Botswana guide will meet you. Start the day with a morning game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River, with tea, coffee, and biscuits served on board. Around 12:30 pm, enjoy lunch at a riverside hotel before setting out on an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park, home to elephants, predators, and abundant wildlife. After the safari, return to the Kazungula border for your transfer back to Victoria Falls, arriving around 5:30 pm. Note: Depending on wildlife activity, the order of the cruise and game drive may be reversed. Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
After your check-out at 8:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel for a guided tour of Victoria Falls. This walk takes you through parts of the Rainforest to the precipice opposite the massive cascade, offering unencumbered views of the main falls. Prepare to witness the raw power of nature in a spectacle you’ll remember for a lifetime. After about 3 hours exploring this natural wonder, you will be transferred from Victoria Falls town to Hwange National Park. Our guides will assist with check-in at Hwange Safari Lodge, where you will enjoy lunch before your afternoon game drive. Hwange is famous for its huge tuskers—impressive old bulls with massive ivory—and for the Presidential Herd, which gathers at watering holes like Ivory’s, especially around the lush Sikumi Vlei. Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
You will embark on a full-day game drive to experience Hwange’s superb wildlife. Setting out early in the morning and again in the late afternoon—when animals are most active—you’ll have the best chance of memorable sightings. During the heat of midday, when wildlife rests, a packed lunch will be served at a scenic picnic site in the bush. Hwange ranks among Africa’s top national parks for size, diversity, and abundance of game. It is home to lion, leopard, rhino, and buffalo, as well as some of the continent’s largest elephant herds. In the expert hands of our guides, you’ll traverse acacia-fringed vleis and teak forests in search of Hwange’s Big Five. Game drives here are the best way to explore the park’s varied landscapes, and they almost always deliver unexpected and thrilling encounters. Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
In the morning, you will be transferred to Matobo National Parks for 2 nights at Matobo Hills Lodge on a fully inclusive basis. Upon arrival, you will have lunch at the lodge. In the evening, you will have dinner at the lodge. Matobo Hills Lodge is situated within a private wildlife reserve bordering Matobo National Park (50km from Bulawayo). Matobo hills is an area of exquisite beauty. The lodge's accommodation units are built upon a granite outcrop with sweeping panoramic views over the surrounding hills. Please note that you can choose what to do for the afternoon but it all comes at an extra cost. Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
After breakfast, set out on your Matopo adventure. Covering 423 sq km, Matopo National Park is home to around 3,000 San (Bushman) rock art paintings, some dating back over 15,000 years. The day begins with a morning hike to view these remarkable ancient artworks. You’ll then visit the historic grave of Cecil John Rhodes, after whom Zimbabwe—known as Rhodesia until 1979—was once named. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive combined with a guided walking safari in search of the park’s resident black and white rhinos, all under the expert guidance of your professional safari guide. Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Depending on your departure time, you will be collected from Matobo Hills Lodge in the morning and transferred to Bulawayo Airport. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
Cuckoo Safaris, headquartered in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, operates tours across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, and Namibia. The company provides safari experiences encompassing adventure, culture, and heritage, meticulously customizing itineraries and packages to align with guests' preferences. The objective is to offer a holistic African safari experience, balancing wilderness and luxury, tailored to individual needs.
Office In
Zimbabwe
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2019)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5I did Victoria falls tour and I was allocated Thuba as our tour guide. He was amazing, explained everything to us, he was very patient with us. The service was definitely a value for money. I enjoyed the tour! Thuba is a great tour guide! The tour operator is very reliable.
Lizzie Monyombo · South Africa
Everything was fantastic. Delphister and Shelov are excellent!
Tzo · Greece
Had the most incredible time exploring Victoria Falls with Tuba! 🌊✨ He was such a positive, happy, friendly, and knowledgeable wonderful guide — full of fun facts and stories that will make you laugh, that really brought the place to life. You can tell he loves what he does, and his energy made the whole experience unforgettable. The views were absolutely stunning, and Tuba made sure we got the best photo spots while also sharing so much about the history, culture, and nature around the Falls. Everything felt super relaxed, well-organized, and full of good vibes. If you’re visiting Victoria Falls, I can’t recommend Tuba enough. You’ll learn, laugh, and have an experience you’ll never forget! 🌈
Kerrie · United Kingdom
Our walking tour of Victoria Falls with Cuckoo Tours was absolutely incredible! Our guide Thuba made the experience unforgettable. Thuba took the time to explain the history, geology, and local legends behind this natural wonder. It was a wonderful experience!
Jessica · United States
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 12 receive a discount and children under 4 are free.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge - Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast & Dinner Included. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Cuckoo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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