Zimbabwe Expedition Bush Adventure, with a touch of Indulgence on Lake Kariba

$7,620.00

*Indicative of per person sharing. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and flight transfer price changes. Includes intercamp fixed wing flight transfers, including from and to Harare

Venture deep into the wilds of Mana Pools on foot, by canoe, and by 4x4, before retreating to the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba. This 9-night expedition blends classic adventure with contemporary luxury. From remote tented camps teeming with wildlife to indulgent lakeside serenity. A journey for those who seek immersion, exclusivity, and soul-stirring safari moments.

Highlights/Activities

Walking safaris in Mana Pools, canoeing on the Zambezi River, Armchair Safari at Kanga Pan, catch-and-release fishing, game drives, birding, fire-to-plate dining, exclusive private concessions, luxury tented expedition camps, wildlife-rich floodplains, private lake yacht night, Lake Kariba infinity pool, spa & wellness, cultural visits, sunrise and sunset boat cruises, no Wi-Fi digital detox, award-winning guides.

Countries Covered: Zimbabwe

*Indicative of per person sharing. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and flight transfer price changes. Includes intercamp fixed wing flight transfers, including from and to Harare

Venture deep into the wilds of Mana Pools on foot, by canoe, and by 4x4, before retreating to the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba. This 9-night expedition blends classic adventure with contemporary luxury. From remote tented camps teeming with wildlife to indulgent lakeside serenity. A journey for those who seek immersion, exclusivity, and soul-stirring safari moments.

Highlights/Activities

Walking safaris in Mana Pools, canoeing on the Zambezi River, Armchair Safari at Kanga Pan, catch-and-release fishing, game drives, birding, fire-to-plate dining, exclusive private concessions, luxury tented expedition camps, wildlife-rich floodplains, private lake yacht night, Lake Kariba infinity pool, spa & wellness, cultural visits, sunrise and sunset boat cruises, no Wi-Fi digital detox, award-winning guides.

Countries Covered: Zimbabwe

 

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Day 1 - 4 - Zambezi Expeditions, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

  • Each luxury tent is equipped with safari-style rain showers, king-size beds, and floor-to-ceiling mesh windows. Accommodating just 12 guests at a time, expect an exclusive experience amid the remote beauty of Mana Pools National Park. Situated along a direct corridor of wildlife coming down to the river banks, it is not uncommon to have wildlife wandering through camp.

  • Zambezi Expeditions offers the perfect blend of comfort and connection to nature. Experience barriers dissolving as only canvas and gauze separate you from the African bush. The shared common area features a comfortable lounge and a spacious dining table, as well as a complete bar set up. Refresh and unwind by the main area plunge pool and spend the evening under the starry African sky as you share the day’s adventures around the glow of the fire. Zambezi Expeditions is powered predominantly by solar power, with charging facilities in the main area.

    Upon arrival, explore breathtaking landscapes in the form of floodplains, grasslands, and riverine forests. Dive into a range of bespoke safari activities, including game drives, canoeing safaris, and catch-and-release fishing trips. Led by your local professional guide, walking safaris are ideal for exploring Mana Pools National Park on foot. From elephant and buffalo to lion and leopard, and even the elusive wild dog, every encounter at Zambezi Expeditions is mesmerizingly close and unforgettably captivating.

  • Award winning industry leading guides, main area plunge pool, eco-conscious fully solar powered, game drives, adventure safari, canoeing safaris, located on the banks of the Zambezi River, located on a wildlife corridor to the river, some of the best wild-dog encounter on foot, major focus on walking safaris, catch-and-release shore fishing, seasonal birding, fire-to-plate alfresco dining, disconnect with no Wi-Fi, authentic old-school adventure safari.

 
Spacious tented suite lounge and bed at Kanga Expeditions Mana Pools Zimbabwe

Day 7 - 10 - Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • All ten luxury suites include air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, a mini-bar and a private viewing deck extending spectacular views of the lake and its surrounds.

    Lake Kariba sleepout experience onboard your own private Yacht. Accommodating guests for one night aboard The Lady Jacqueline, this once-in-a-lifetime experience is a unique way to experience the lake, visit Matusadona National Park, and enjoy walking safaris, boat cruises and fishing.

  • Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, perched on a ridge overlooking Lake Kariba and the game-rich shoreline, boasts one of Africa’s most spectacular vistas. Taking center stage is the beautiful infinity pool that seems to blend seamlessly into the lake horizon. The lodge interiors have been beautifully finished in a fusion of contemporary Western and African styles, giving Bumi Hills the feel of a secret African riviera.

    Bumi Hills Safari Lodge is situated on an extensive private wildlife conservation area that is home to lions, leopards, herds of elephants and buffaloes. Guests can indulge in a wide range of activities, including game drives, walking safaris, boating safaris, lake cruises and fishing. These activities are carried out in the Bumi Hills Conservancy, not within the Matusadona National Park. Bumi Hills Safari lodge is the perfect place to unwind and reenergize in the wilds of Zimbabwe.

  • Exclusivity on a private conservancy, award winning industry leading guides, luxury location with gym and spa, game drives, walking safaris, night out on Lake Kariba on your own exclusive yacht, cultural tours, catch-and-release fishing, games and entertainment room, pool, game viewing on sunrise and sunset boat cruises, seasonal birding.

Firepit boma and long-table dinner beside the Zambezi at sunset, Zambezi Expeditions

Day 4 - 7 - Kanga Expeditions, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

  • The camp consists of six stylish luxury Meru-style tents. They are simple yet elegant, featuring classic mesh windows and raised individual decks overlooking the pan. All tented suites include fans and a dressing area leading to an en-suite outdoor bathroom comprising of a shower, flush toilet, and basin with running hot water. Kanga has a family tent which boasts a wraparound terrace facing the pan with private seating and dining areas. The honeymoon tent features a rolltop bath on the adjoining secluded deck, ideal for a romantic starlit bath.

  • Tucked into a remote part of Mana Pools National Park, a World Heritage Site Kanga Expeditions is situated on the edge of the eponymous pan. Inland from the floodplain, Kanga Pan is the only permanent water source for a 20km radius and the focal point of Kanga Expeditions. This perennial water source teems with wildlife, especially in the dry season, creating the perfect setting for an “Armchair Safari.”

    Unwind on the upper deck lounge under the shade of a mahogany tree or sit on the deck by the splash pool and enjoy Kanga, the old Africa in a new era. Sightings of nocturnal species at the pan are a regular occurrence at dinner and while guests sit around the campfire.

  • Exclusivity on a private concession in Mana Pools National Park, award winning industry leading guides, main area plunge pool, eco-conscious fully solar powered, photographic hide, game drives, adventure safari, located on Kanga Pan, only permanent water source in the immediate vicinity delivering an "Armchair Safari", walking safaris, seasonal birding, fire-to-plate alfresco dining, disconnect with no Wi-Fi, authentic old-school adventure safari.

 
Sunset fire pit deck with panoramic Lake Kariba views at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Zimbabwe
 

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