ZIMBABWE
Zimbabwe is a safari purist’s dream, vast, untamed, and rich in wildlife. From the elephant-filled plains of Hwange to the Zambezi River’s Mana Pools floodplains, and the thundering wonder of Victoria Falls, it’s a land of spectacular game viewing and soul-stirring landscapes.
From Plains to Riverbanks
Begin in Hwange National Park at Linkwasha Camp or Somalisa Camp, where huge elephant herds and predators roam. Follow the Zambezi into Mana Pools with stays at Ruckomechi or Nyamatusi Camp for canoe and walking safaris. Conclude at Thorntree River Lodge or The Victoria Falls Hotel for adventure and relaxation by the Falls.
QUICK FACTS
11 national parks
Big Five present
6 UNESCO sites
Walking safari hubs
Zambezi river wildlife
Experiences & Highlights
Explore Hwange’s private concessions with Little Makalolo or Linkwasha Camp for predator action and massive elephant herds. In Mana Pools, Chikwenya Camp and Nyamatusi Camp offer front-row access to the Zambezi’s wildlife-rich floodplains. Finish in Victoria Falls, where Thorntree River Lodge combines river cruises, cultural visits, and world-class views of the Falls.
CUSTOMISE YOUR JOURNEY.
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Seasonality.
DEC - MAR
Warm, green summer
BIRDS IN BREEDING PLUMAGE
ANTELOPE CALVING
APR - MAY
Mild, lush transition
WILDLIFE AT WATERHOLES
GREAT PHOTOGRAPHY LIGHT
JUN - AUG
Cool, dry winter
PEAK GAME VIEWING
PREDATORS ACTIVE
SEP - NOV
Hot, dry build-up
HIGH ELEPHANT NUMBERS
MANA POOLS PRIME
Journey Inspiration.
*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers
Move with the herds across the Southern Serengeti in February and March. Start at Ubuntu Migration Camp for front row calving on short grass, then switch to Serian’s Serengeti South with your own vehicle, guide and spotter and nights of luxury fly camping that moves with you. Bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and firelit dinners complete the journey.
Highlights/Activities
Peak calving Feb and Mar, short grass visibility, vast wildebeest and zebra herds, cheetah and hyena action, lion on open ground, Ubuntu mobile camp on the plains, Serian South exclusive vehicle with guide and spotter, luxury fly camping that moves nightly, guided walks where permitted, off road and night drives in the NCA, bush breakfasts, picnic lunches, firelit alfresco dinners, stargazing, golden hour photography.
Countries Covered: Tanzania
*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers
Journey deep into Africa’s wildest corners on this exclusive 9-night safari through Zambia and Zimbabwe. From the predator-rich Busanga Plains to Hwange’s vast elephant herds and the riverside beauty of Mana Pools, experience remote landscapes, exceptional wildlife, and intimate luxury camps in complete seclusion.
Highlights/Activities
Busanga Plains game drives, lion and cheetah tracking, Hwange elephant herds, walking safaris, night drives, birdwatching, Mana Pools canoeing, Zambezi River sunsets, alfresco dining under the stars, seasonal hot air ballooning, catch-and-release fishing, expert-guided wildlife encounters, intimate tented accommodations
Countries Covered: Zambia, Zimbabwe
*Indicative of per person sharing as a family/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and flight transfer price changes. Includes intercamp fixed wing flight transfers
From Hwange’s elephant-filled plains to the wild beauty of Mana Pools, this luxury family safari through Zimbabwe is curated for comfort, connection, and discovery. Stay in intimate family tented camps with private plunge pools, enjoy unforgettable wildlife experiences, and delight younger explorers with personalized kids’ activities, all while immersed in the raw, untamed elegance of Africa’s finest wilderness.
Highlights/Activities
Luxury family tented suites, private plunge pools, engaging family game drives, nature walks, walking safaris, birding safaris, fishing excursions, canoeing safaris, cultural village visit, kids cooking activities with camp chef, traditional storytelling, arts and crafts, Junior Guide certification, swimming pools, Elephant Pool experience, communal firepits, off-grid solar-powered camps, Zambezi River setting, UNESCO World Heritage wilderness, high concentration of wildlife.
Countries Covered: Zimbabwe
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