OVERVIEW
The best of Zimbabwe - Camping or Lodge Safari
On this 6-day adventure tour through Zimbabwe, we will get to know the country personally. On our journey, we will visit, explore, and research some of the most beautiful parts of the country. Above all, we will discover the incredible diversity of animal and plant species in Zimbabwe in two national parks in the country. On this trip, we will also visit historical sites with insights into the culture of the country, such as the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, but relaxation will not be overlooked either. This trip offers you an optimal insight into the wonderful Zimbabwe in just 6 days!
Overview of the tour through Zimbabwe
On this 6-day trip to Africa, we will experience the incredibly diverse and fascinating Zimbabwe with all its natural beauties. Zimbabwe is known for its multitude of animal and plant species, making breathtaking safari expeditions possible. During our journey, you will have the chance to observe and marvel at the beautiful landscape with all its inhabitants from the vehicle. We will cover a distance of about 600 km alone on the first two days of this trip and will travel from the westernmost part of the country to the south and across the border to South Africa. You will see and experience a very large part of the country on this tour. On the first two days, we will mostly spend time in two different national parks of the country. There, we will explore the parks on game drives and stay overnight in different camps. On Day 4, we will explore a particularly important and historically as well as culturally interesting region of Zimbabwe, the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. After 4 adventurous tour days in Zimbabwe, we will leave the country on the fifth day and cross the border to South Africa. There, it is time to relax in warm mineral springs in the little town of Tshipise. Our tour ends on Day 6 in Johannesburg. There, a traditional dinner at the Belvedere Estate Hotel awaits you upon request.
Daily program: Highlights of Zimbabwe
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Day 1: Victoria Falls - Hwange National Park
In the morning, we leave behind the spectacular Victoria Falls, also known as 'Mosi-oa Tunya' (the smoke that thunders), as we continue our Africa adventure journey south to Hwange National Park. Hwange is the largest of Zimbabwe's national parks and, with an area of 14,650 square kilometers, one of the largest national parks in all of Africa. With its diverse wildlife, which includes the Big Five, Hwange National Park offers an ultimate opportunity for observing animals in the wild. Included highlight: Entrance and visit to Victoria Falls
Day 2: Hwange National Park
Hwange National Park is home to the Big Five and also offers a wide variety of wildlife and birds. Guests who have purchased the activity package will be picked up in the morning from the accommodation and spend the day on a wildlife viewing drive (in open 4x4 vehicles) through Hwange in search of lions, zebras, elephants, birds, and many other animals. Especially during the dry season, many animals can be seen at the waterholes. Included highlight: Full-day game drive in Hwange National Park
Day 3: Matopos National Park
After breakfast, we continue our tour southward to Bulawayo, the second-largest city in Zimbabwe. In the afternoon, we explore Matopos National Park with a local guide. The park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003 and encompasses an intensive conservation area of 424 square kilometers, home to both the Black and White Rhinoceros (which can enable a unique safari experience). Named after the Ndebele word 'Matobo,' meaning 'bald heads.' This refers to the granite hills that are visible throughout the park, making it a unique backdrop. After the breathtaking tour through the park, we return to Bulawayo where we will spend the night. Included highlight: Afternoon game drive in Matopos National Park
Day 4: Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Our group travels to Masvingo and the ruins of Great Zimbabwe. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a guided tour of this historic site. This UNESCO World Heritage Site dates back to the 11th to 15th centuries and was once the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe. We take the time to admire this impressive architecture as well as to explore the heritage of this monument, which includes residences, palaces, temples, walls, and stone structures of the early Zimbabwean population. Included highlight: Visit to the Great Zimbabwe ruins
Day 5: Hot Springs of Tshipise
After breakfast, we leave Zimbabwe behind on our adventure journey in southern Africa and cross the Limpopo River. In the afternoon, we cross the border into South Africa. Our overnight stop allows us to end the day relaxed with a dip in the hot springs of Tshipise. The place is known for its natural hot springs, which originate from a depth of 1,000 meters. In the thermal pools, one can enjoy the health benefits of the thermal water. Included highlight: Hot Springs Tshipise
Day 6: Johannesburg
After breakfast, we take the highway southward to Johannesburg, where our breathtaking and adventurous Africa tour ends upon arrival. Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and offers a variety of cultural attractions, such as the Apartheid Museum and many other attractions.
PRICE
from€3399.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- Meals (5x breakfast, 3x lunch, 5x dinner)
- Overnight stay in fixed accommodations/lodges/ Permanent tents
- Trained, English-speaking tour guide (unless otherwise noted)
- Transportation in a 4x4 overland truck
- Information for preparation for the trip & tour folder
