Zimbabwe Safari IS5D

5 Nights in game rich Hwange National Park and awesome Victoria Falls

3 Nights Hwange National Park
2 Nights Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
6 Days / 5 Nights
Reference: IS-5D
Starts Victoria Falls Airport / Ends Victoria Falls Airport

Total Price 5 nights (2024): US$ 2178 (low season) | US$ 2313 (high season)
per person sharing

Safari Overview

This safari includes some fantastic game viewing in Hwange National Park while staying at Ivory Lodge. Hwange is without doubt one of the best game parks in Africa and yet doesn't have the maddening crowds that some other game parks have. Then spend a couple of nights at one of the few riverside hotels in Victoria Falls while enjoying all that the "Adventure Capital of Africa" has to offer.

Zimbabwe Safari IS5D Inspired Journey Overview

Notes: Day 1, 2 & 3

DAY 1
You will be met at Victoria Falls airport by one of our representatives and transferred by air-conditioned minibus to Ivory Lodge in the Sikumi Forest of Hwange. This is a 160km drive on the Vic Falls - Bulawayo highway which takes approximately 2 hours. When you arrive at Ivory Lodge, you will be checked in and then you can relax by the pool or bar and enjoy the surroundings and the waterhole in front of the lodge. You can go on a night game drive after dinner, or relax by the campfire with your drinks.

DAY 2 & 3
Hwange offers some of the best wildlife sightings available in Africa without the congestion of numerous tourists. During the next two days you have the opportunity to experience the activities offered by the Ivory Lodge and its guides, see details below of the activities available and arrange these with the lodge managers onsite to suit your individual needs. Two activities per day are included in this package. The days will end with an al fresco dinner or dinner under the main dining area at the safari lodge and drinks around the campfire.

Hwange National Park

Hwange National Park is Zimbabwe’s biggest reserve, home to a profusion of wildlife, including giraffe, lion, zebra and approximately 40 000 elephants. It provides sanctuary for all the country’s endangered species, including a population of wild dogs thought to be among the most sizeable surviving groups on the continent. Terrain ranges from desert dunes and savannah lands to rocky outcrops and sparse forests, and visitors have the choice of game drives, guided walks or horseback safaris as a means of experiencing the park and its creatures.

Overnight: Ivory Lodge

Ivory Lodge is an accessible family run safari camp located on a private concession of 6000 acres. A favourite destination for those interested in seeing elephant herds in great numbers from the comfort of their room or the luxury of the camp. It is also here that the famous Presidential Herd drinks – these elephants’ home-range is amongst the dense feeding areas of the Sikumi Vlei and where they find refuge from the scorching heat at Ivory’s water hole. All the comforts of a 3 star camp with amazing wildlife and game activities in camp.

Activities at Ivory Lodge

Game Drives
Morning, afternoon & full day game drives can be arranged on the concession and into the National Park. An abundance of game species can be spotted within the concession and National Park including Elephant, Lion, Giraffe, Cheetah, Zebra, Sable, Wild Dog, Leopard and much more!

Within the concession, evening game drives can be arranged with a sunset stopover for sundowners and your choice of beverage. Returning to the lodge by spotlight to find those elusive night animals & arriving back in camp in time to freshen up for dinner.

Walking Safari
After a fireside coffee and delicious muffins, journey into the bush on foot with your professional guide on a walking safari. Enjoy the early crisp mornings as you discover the wonders of the African bush and witness its wildlife come to life. Starting time is first light. Walking Safaris are carried out on our private concession of 6000 acres and are weather dependent.

Painted Dog Conservancy
The Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) is a leading model for community-based predator conservation, combining the most advanced modern technology with traditional knowledge of local communities, the PDC has experienced great success – Zimbabwe's African Wild Dog population has increased from 400 to 700 individuals since the project's inception. PDC's model also brings direct benefit to local people with increased employment & unparalleled education opportunities.

Residents of PDC’s neighbouring communities not only benefit from its programs but also actively contribute to them. For example, community members are employed in anti-poaching units & in addition produce beautiful, unique art from the confiscated snare wire. They assist in systematic monitoring of the African Painted Dog population & teach environmental educational. The active engagement of local residents empowers communities, strengthens conservation & unreservedly raises environmental awareness.

Culture and Community
Zimbabwe offers a rich, dynamic culture and through the support of our non profit project “The Mother Africa Trust“ we offer visits to local clinics, rural schools and the Dete Old Age Home. A fantastic way to get to know the friendly people and culture of Zimbabwe!

Pan Sits
Spend the day, half a day relaxing near the pan with full waiter service and watch the animals as they get up close and personal.

Notes: Day 4, 5 & 6

DAY 4
Today after breakfast and another early morning activity if you wish, you will be transferred by air-conditioned minibus from Ivory Lodge to A'Zambezi Hotel in Victoria Falls town arriving around midday. This gives you time to settle in and relax or do one of the multitude of activities on offer. Although these activities are not included in the package price, please let us help you to arrange an itinerary of activities suitable for you. Have a look at this page Victoria Falls activities to see what is on offer.

DAY 5
You have a full day to soak up the wonderful atmosphere of Victoria Falls, it is the "Adventure capital of Africa" and there are activities on offer to cater for everyone's needs. View the mighty Falls, partake in the many activities on offer or wander around the streets to do a bit of curio shopping, then finish off at a café for refreshments and a bite to eat. Please have a look at the available Victoria Falls Activities and contact us to arrange a suitable itinerary just for you.

DAY 6
Unfortunately, this is the last day of this trip. You have time to enjoy one last activity before transferring mid-morning to the Victoria Falls airport to catch your connecting flight.

Victoria Falls

One of the original natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and an extremely popular tourism attraction. Known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, this spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe and it is an ideal place to combine a game viewing and water sports. There is excellent fishing, a terrifying bungee jump and arguably the best commercial white water rafting in the world.

Overnight: A'Zambezi Hotel

The immense beauty of the Zambezi has captured the hearts of explorers for over a century. On the Zimbabwean side of the river, the A'Zambezi is the only accommodation outside of the National Park and close to town that is positioned right on the river. It is famed for its African-style design, curvy lay-out, distinctive thatched roof and its perfect blending into the surrounding environment.

This hotel is situated about 6kms from the Victoria Falls entrance gate but a complimentary shuttle, which runs every 2 hours, negates this being a problem. The peace and tranquillity of staying that little bit out of town along with its accompanying wildlife is very appealing. It's an excellent family hotel with a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and is an ideal location to spend a few days in Victoria Falls.

Price

Total for 5 Nights (2024): US$ 2178 (low season) | US$ 2313 (high season) 
Per person sharing

Included in this safari

IVORY LODGE
• Accommodation in an elevated thatched suite with views of the waterhole
• All meals and local drinks
• Two safari game drives per day
• National parks and conservation fees
• Laundry

A'ZAMBEZI HOTEL
• Accommodation in a standard room
• Daily breakfast

TRANSFERS
• Return road transfers between Hwange and Vic Falls
• Victoria Falls Airport transfers

Excluded

• Premium brand drinks
• Other meals and drinks at the A'Zambezi Hotel

More Travel Information

• Victoria Falls Travel Information
• Victoria Falls Activities
• Hwange National Park Information

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