Magic Zimbabwe

Magic Zimbabwe

15 days - 14 nights

Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Matusadona National Park, Mana Pools National Park, Gonarezhou National Park

Eco-Tourism, Safari, Photografy, Adventure, Discovery

This program may be operated for individuals or for small groups

This is a suggested itinerary

Day 1: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

On arrival in Livingstone Airport where you will be met and transferred to The Elephant Camp to stay for the next 2 nights. [D]

Day 2: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Discover the majestic Victoria Falls, with exciting activities and plenty to see and explore. During your all-inclusive stay you’ll Visit to the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, meet the Ambassador Herd of elephants, participate in game drives, birding and Nature walks on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary. You’ll also enjoy a village tour a guided tour of the Zimbabwe side of the Falls completed with a Victoria Falls Canopy Tour. [B/L/D]

Day 3: Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive and lunch at the Camp before a road transfer to the famous Hwange National Park, arriving in time for dinner. [B/L/D]

Days 4-5: Hwange National Park

From the huge herds of elephants, sable and plains game, to the majestic hunting predators, The Hide is the perfect place to nestle yourself in and watch the action of the bush. Adventures include day and night game drives, guided bush walks and exceptional game viewing in the seclusion of the camp’s unique underground hides. For those who are a little more adventurous, The Dove’s Nest Treehouse is available at no extra charge. Located 10 minutes away from camp, this rustic gem sleepout has the perfect vantage point from which to view wildlife safely, quietly. If you enjoy wildlife photography this is the place to show your skills as the animal subjects are abundant and varied. After an exhilarating day of game viewing, you may retreat to the cool refuge of the camp’s swimming pool and enjoy delectable meals savored al fresco or in the elegant dining room. [B/L/D]

Day 6: Hwange National Park, Matusadona National Park

A final game drive and lunch at the lodge before your transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Lake Kariba. Set on the shores of Lake Kariba, with views of the Matusadona mountains, Changa Safari Camp is a place that captures the essence of natural beauty, with peace, seclusion and an unusual blend of landscapes. [B/L/D]

Days 7-8: Matusadona National Park

Experience Zimbabwean wildlife on and off the land. This rich wilderness area offers exceptional game drives as well as walking and fishing safaris, all in the company of highly trained professional guides. Healthy populations of predators, including lion, leopard, hyena, and cheetah as well as elephant, buffalo, and antelope frequent the shoreline. Hippos and crocodiles are abundant in the cool waters. Birdlife is prolific, with 350 species having been identified in the area. Try a spot of tiger fishing and watch the endless hippo pods honking as they take cover in the cool waters of the lake. [B/L/D]

Day 9: Matusadona National Park, Mana Pools National Park

Today you will be transferred to the airstrip to take the scheduled flight to the famous Mana Pools, with its gorgeous winter thorn backdrops and majestic stretching elephants, this is prime wildlife spotting territory and John’s Camp is the perfect riverside retreat to explore the park from. [B/L/D]

Days 10-11: Mana Pools National Park

Mana Pools National Park is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River where you will find John's Camp nestled amongst canopies of Trichelia and Mahogany trees. It is a truly natural wilderness and the only wild walking National Park in Africa. Across the vast floodplain, one can walk with the giants - African Bull Elephants, dine amidst herds of buffalo, gaze upon a pride of lions, enjoy sundowners with hippos on the banks of the Zambezi River and bird watch over 400 species of birds. [B/L/D]

Day 12: Mana Pools National Park, Gonarezhou National Park

Today you will be transferred to the airstrip to take the scheduled flight to Chilo Gorge, via Harare, to stay at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge for the next 3 nights. Explore one of Zimbabwe’s lesser known parks, from ancient rock formations to incredible birding and game viewing. If you are looking for off the beaten track you can’t get wilder then Gonarezhou National Park. [B/L/D]

Days 13-14: Gonarezhou National Park

This is an 'old Africa' camping experience, with a good standard of comfort, and a great place from which to explore Gonarezhou by vehicle and on foot. Enjoy your access to the pristine wilderness of Gonarezhou, with the authentic animal interaction which goes with a park which is rarely visited. Gonarezhou is a gem amongst African parks, and offers experienced safari travelers the increasingly rare ability to explore untouched Africa. Ivory Trail Adventure is a mobile fly camping experience, allowing safari travelers the ability to explore remote corners of this large park at a relaxed pace. [B/L/D]

Day 15: Gonarezhou, Johannesburg, USA

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip to take the scheduled flight to Johannesburg, where you will check in for your onward journey. [B]

[B] = Breakfast | [D] = Dinner | [B/L/D] = Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Tour includes

Arrival and departure transfers at all airports
14 nights’ accommodation:
- Victoria Falls 2 nights
- Hwange National Park 3 nights
- Matusadona National Park 3 nights
- Mana Pools National Park 3 nights
- Gonarezhou National Park 3 nights
Meals
- Breakfast daily
- Lunch daily
- Dinner daily
- Local drinks at most lodges
- Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge
Visit to the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust
Meet the Ambassador Herd of elephants
Game drives
Birding & Nature walks on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary.
Village Tour
Guided Tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe
A Victoria Falls Canopy Tour
Fishing and boat trips where available
Local tribe visits and hikes at Gonarezhou
Ivory Trail Adventure
Internal Flights
Lodge & camp activities
Park fees (Excluding Rainforest entry Fees)
Local taxes

Not included in tour

International or domestic airline tickets
Taxes or surcharges related to airline tickets
Travel insurance
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
Extras and gratuities
Early check-in, late check-out
Expenses of personal nature

Hotels

Location	Hotel Name	Tripadvisor
Victoria Falls	The Elephant Camp	5
Hwange NP	The Hide	5
Matusadona NP	Changa Safari Camp (Tented)	5
Mana Pool NP	John's Camp (Tented)	5
Gonarezhou NP	Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge	5

Prices

These programs can be customized for individuals and groups.

Changes to this program may be requested by phone (1855-55-TOURS) or using the web FIT Quote Request

Airfare

We also be glad to add the necessary airfare from your gateway so you take advantage of our special discounted leisure fares

Program

You may add or remove;

- Trip days
- Cities and sites
- Meals

Other options
- The program was designed with private services, however, we may substitute shared sightseeing where available
- If you prefer deluxe services we may operate this program including private driver, private guide and concierge service.

Quotation

Once we have designed the program the way you want we'll give you a quote within 2 business days.

Tour Code: ZW01VFA20MS

Options

Lunches and dinners can be arranged for individuals, families and groups at top restaurants or any restaurant requested by you.
We can revise the itinerary to spend more time and provide more depth in those areas that you are interested on.
Any other changes to the itinerary will be accommodated depending on the facilities available in the area.

Group Quotations

If you wish to use these programs for your group or as the basis for a customized journey please either call us (1-855-55-TOURS or use the web Group Quote Request.
In either case our specialists will work with to refine all the details and they will get you a quote with 2 business days. Quotes may be obtained for the air and land portions of just for the lad journey.
Booking both air an land with us will represent savings for you because of our buying power and longtime relationship with the airlines.
We will also may have the choice between regular fares and special leisure fares not available to the public.

Others

Flights

Departure	Arrival
The Hide	Changa Safari Camp
Changa Safari Camp	John's Camp
John's Camp	Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge
Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge	Tambo International Airport [JNB]

Specific flights will be confirmed at time of booking

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