8-day Northern Hwange Discoverer

From: NZD0* per person sharing

This safari begins and ends in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.  You spend most of your time in Hwange National Park.  One of Africa’s top national parks, Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe’s northwest, should be on any safari lover’s bucket list. Roaming Hwange’s savanna grasslands and woodlands are the Big Five and 100 other species of mammals – the park has the most significant diversity of mammals out of the world’s national parks. The Belgium-sized park is also home to some 50,000 elephants. It is known for regular sightings of cheetah, leopard, and lion, and it is one of Africa’s largest populations of endangered wild dogs and rare species such as roan and sable antelope. Birdwatchers will be impressed with the 500 species recorded here.

Highlights

  • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Zimbabwe
  • Hwange National Park

Tour Summary

From: NZD0* per person sharing*All prices shown are for low season, per person, on a twin share basisDuration: 8 daysDeparts from: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweEnds in: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweDestinations: ZimbabweExperiences: Group Size: Pricing is based on 2 people travelling together. Departures can be any date, subject to availability of accommodation.
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Full Day by Day Itinerary

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Day 1 : Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Upon your arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred by road to your accommodation, the wonderful Ilala Lodge where you will spend the night. This afternoon you have the opportunity to relax while on a sunset cruise exploring the mighty Zambezi River. Explore Vic Falls town to discover this laid-back travel hub where you can visit charming cafes or bustling markets. Find the best spot to view the Victoria Falls and be dazzled by the roar of the “Smoke that Thunders”. Feel the cool spray of the fine mist that rises meters above mighty falls where thousands of litres of water plunge down a steep gorge, gouging out a winding canyon below.

Destination: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweAccommodation: Ilala LodgeType: Meal Plan: B&B: Bed and Breakfast
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Day 2 – 4 : Hwange National Park

This morning, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for our flight to Robins Airstrip.  On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Bumbusi Wilderness Camp. It is located in a reclaimed corner of Hwange National Park, where gorges, riverines, and hills are ideal for safari lovers, especially those who enjoy exploring on foot. During your stay, experience our tailored bush walks (bush walks are seasonal), led by Pro Guide Blessed, creating lasting memories. Whether you are exploring the Bumbusi Gorge or spotting crocs at Bera Pools, each walking experience is truly unique. The camp's surroundings hold 4000 years of rich history. Take a journey through time with a Bumbusi history tour, starting from the San hunter-gatherers to the well-preserved late farming period settlement.

Destination: Hwange National ParkAccommodation: Bumbusi Wilderness CampType: Meal Plan: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
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Day 5 – 7 : Hwange National Park

Today you will transfer onto Nantwich Lodge, your home for the next three nights. This Hwange game lodge, situated in the Northwest corner of the park overlooks a large dam with resident crocodile and hippo, boasting one of the best views in Hwange National Park. Spend your time exploring this vast reserve, discovering secluded hides and waterholes where wildlife roams freely. Enjoy the unique opportunity to venture on guided bush walks (bush walks are seasonal), immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of the wild. Our safari hide offers a perfect vantage point for quiet observation, bringing you up close to nature.

Destination: Hwange National ParkAccommodation: Nantwich LodgeType: Meal Plan: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
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Day 8 : Departure

Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward journey home. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!

 

Meal Plan: B&B: Bed and Breakfast

Included

7 x Breakfast
6 x Lunch
6 x Dinner
Selected drinks at Bumbusi Wilderness Camp and Nantwich Lodge
Transfers and activities as specified in the itinerary
1 Internal flight (Victoria Falls Airport to Robins Airstrip)
Services of an English-speaking driver guide on included activities
Park entrance and river usage fees, unless otherwise stipulated

 

Excluded

Pre and post tour accommodation
Optional activities
Imported and premium brand drinks
Personal expenses such as gratuities, telephone calls, curios etc.