Duration
9-Day
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
From Victoria Falls, the world's most impressive waterfall to Hwange National Park, one of Africa's greatest game reserves to the beautiful hidden gem that is known as Matopos National Park, this is the best that Zimbabwe has to offer. The Matopos National Park is known for its incredible density of San rock art, spiritual significance, complete tranquillity and beauty. It may not have the most prolific animals in Zimbabwe but it is known for its sightings of black and white rhinos.
Plan snapshot
Duration
9-Day
Route
Victoria Falls Town to Bulawayo (Bulawayo)
Via Victoria Falls, Hwange NP, Matobo NP
Country & park
Zimbabwe / Hwange National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls - Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Day 1-2
Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 3-5
Luxury tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-8
Luxury lodge just outside Matobo NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
(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
On arrival in Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred to Pioneers Victoria Falls Lodge. This beautiful lodge at the Victoria Falls manages to retain a relaxed informal atmosphere whilst also maintaining impeccable standards. Situated only 2.5 km from the Victoria Falls themselves it's a great choice for a few days of relaxation. Enjoy a free afternoon walking round Victoria Falls town or stay within the grounds of the lodge itself by taking a dip in the pool and relaxing in the gardens. You will also have the whole of the following day to relax and enjoy all that Victoria Falls has to offer. Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Your African safari adventure begins today as you are picked up this morning from your hotel and transferred to Khulu Lodge. This is about a 2.5-hour drive. This lodge is located just outside Hwange National Park. It is only about 15 minutes drive from the main park entrance gate making it very easy to go into the national park to do game drives. In addition, they have their own private concession where they can also do game drives. Khulu Lodge offers superb value for money and an authentic safari experience at an affordable price. They are famous for their resident Presidential herd of elephants which are often seen in the area or even on the grounds of the lodge! And the waterhole that can be seen from the lounge area and most rooms attracts many animals. The game viewing here is especially good in the July-October dry season. You will enjoy the next 3 days doing morning and afternoon game activities. These include game drives and walking safaris. Luxury tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 6
You will now be transferred from Khulu Lodge to Camp Amalinda, with a journey time of approximately 5 hours. Nestled in the private concession of the Matobo Hills National Park, the camp is in a spectacular setting amongst the ancient boulders of the hills. It’s a unique lodge with rooms that have been cleverly built into the rocks. Camp Amalinda offers 9 thatched rooms with the interior appearance of a cave. The activities include visits to Cecil John Rhodes' grave, tours to view San Bushmen paintings, rhino tracking, bird watching and walking in the Matobo Hills. You'll end your trip to Zimbabwe in Matopo at Camp Amalinda which is a wonderful way to complement your safari. Luxury lodge located just outside Matobo NP All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 9
Today will be the last day of your tour and you will be transferred to Bulawayo Airport for your onward flight home. Bulawayo Airport is 60km away from the camp. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) 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$15.00 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
Gondwana Tours & Safaris is a tour operator, based in Maun, Botswana, with an outlet in the UK, Germany, France, Portugal and South Africa. We specializing in tailor-made tours and Safaris throughout Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda. Owner operated with on the ground knowledge and 25 years industry experience, we offer a flexible, very personal service.
Offices In
Botswana, United Kingdom, South Africa, Portugal, Germany
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Réunion, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5This was my fourth safari, and my favorite one. From day one, Christelle and Gondwana proved invaluable. She was responsive, professional, yet incredibly personable and genuine. She had granular knowledge and opinions on each safari destination and accommodation, and took thoughtful care to engineer the perfect safari for my fiancé and I. The attention to detail was second to none. It was abundantly clear that she listened and understood our personalities and our safari ambitions. On a personal note, she was instrumental in helping me propose to my fiancé on this trip. Sparing the details - it was a personal and intimate moment, and it would have been impossible without her connections and acumen on/in the region. She subsequently went to grand efforts to make sure that we felt loved and recognized on this trip through various incredibly thoughtful actions. Every trip with Christelle will be unique and I have already been recommending Gondwana and Christelle to my friends and family.
Erik · United States
This was my first safari, and everything down to the tiniest detail was amazing. Christelle and Gondwana Tours did the best job at creating a unique and personalized trip for us. There was no need to worry about anything - they were attentive and exceeded at fulfilling our wants. It was a vacation of a lifetime. Our 6 night safari started in Victoria Falls, passed through Chobe, and ended in the Okavango Delta. I'm not used to having so much help with planning and coordinating a trip, and it was such a treat to have everything taken cared of. We were afraid that it could be touristy or cookie cutter, and it ended up being the most thoughtful trip we've ever taken. I cannot recommend Christelle and Gondwana Tours enough.
Morgan · United States
Steffi Presske and her team from Gondwana tours and safaris planned a magical honeymoon trip for us. We started of visiting the Victoria Falls, continued to Chobe National Park, then two different camps in the Okavango Delta and ended the trip with a few days at the beach in Mozambique. The organization was perfect, Steffi took all our special wishes/ ideas into account, she was always good to reach (through email, the German landline or even via Skype or WhatsApp). The route and the hotels/ lodges/ Camps were chosen very well, and we were especially amazed by the camps in the delta. The assistance was very good and we can just recommend booking a trip with Gondwana. It was a great trip :)
Victoria · Germany
Gondwana Tours & Safaris organized us the trip of a lifetime. We were allowed to fulfill our dream and make a round trip through Tanzania including safari and Zanzibar. The organization of Gondwana, especially by dear Mrs. Steffi Presske, made our trip something very special. Steffi responded to every small adjustment request and always had a suitable solution ready. She always took time for us and was available to us 24/7 during the trip. The choice of accommodations and the on-site safari company in Tanzania were without exception excellent. Our expectations were not only 100% met but exceeded several times. Thank you Gondwana for these great experiences. If we come back it will be with Gondwana Tours & Safari. (automatic translation from German)
Christina Eckmann · Germany
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 12 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls - Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast 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 Gondwana Tours & Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Gondwana Tours & Safaris.
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