Exploring Zimbabwe’s Famous Zambezi

Elephant herd, Walking safaris, Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe

Trip designed by

Sebastian Sattin, Senior Safari Specialist

This trip focuses on the best camps in Zimbabwe’s most famous areas. Featuring top-quality guiding in the best private reserves for that intimate, high-quality safari experience, it’s perfect for someone wanting to explore Zimbabwe with some added comforts!

9

Nights

Low season

AU$13,861

High season

AU$20,710

Guide price (pp)

Hwange National Park
Mana Pools

Areas

Zimbabwe

Country

Trip Highlights

Unparalleled exclusivity on a private concession adjacent to Mana Pools National Park, within one of the most prolific riverine belts
Endless floodplains and a range of activities from traditional 4×4 and walking safaris to boating and canoeing safaris
Renowned for being one of Africa’s leading safari brands that guarantees high levels of service, food, and guiding
Escaping the crowds – most suited to those seeking luxury and privacy
Best visited from June to October for the best game viewing, June to August for the best views of the Falls

Trip Itinerary

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Old Drift Lodge is located within Zambezi National Park, just 7 kilometres from the majestic Victoria Falls. It’s perfect if you’re hoping to see some wildlife and also visit the Falls. The lodge is owned and run by husband-and-wife Brad and Annie White. Between them, they have nine years’ experience in the hospitality tourism industry, and they’re supported at the lodge by a first-class team.

After a few days in Victoria Falls, you’ll take a short light-aircraft flight directly into Wilderness Little Makololo’s airstrip. Wilderness Little Makololo is affectionately known as ‘Little Mak’ and the camp is located within its own private concession, guaranteeing exclusivity. It overlooks a waterhole teeming with wildlife. Wilderness Little Makalolo benefits from over 30 years’ safari experience, resulting in one of the highest-quality safaris in Hwange and a great option for travellers who have an interest in Hwange’s cultural aspects as well as its amazing wildlife!

After a short two-hour light-aircraft flight, you arrive in Mana Pools , home to several of Africa’s best guides! Wilderness Ruckomechi is an upmarket property with a fantastic location along the banks of the Zambezi river. The camp is situated on a private concession, guarantees exclusivity, and takes full advantage of its river frontage with a variety of water-based activities. It offers one of the most exclusive and luxurious safari experiences found in the area. The service and guiding levels are of the highest calibre, and game viewing is phenomenal. An amazing end to an amazing itinerary.

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Real expertise doesn’t come from a few trips to Africa. All our specialists have either been guides, run the camps, or grown up and lived in Africa. That’s over 600 years of genuine safari experience.

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+61 1800 841 726

Good to Know

01.

Who is this trip for?

This trip has been designed and priced with couples and honeymooners in mind (two adults travelling together). However, every trip we create is tailor-made for you. If you’re a group or a family, we might even suggest different accommodation. We can move elements and change the number of days – it all depends entirely on what you would like.

02.

Overview & Activities

This safari focuses on Zimbabwe’s most famous game-viewing areas, Hwange and Mana Pools. What makes this itinerary so special is that it involves two of the best private reserves in the country. This gives you the incredible close encounters that Zimbabwe is famous for, but without any of the crowds! The camps also offer a high level of luxury without affecting the raw experience, something that is not easily found.

With this in mind, we’ve located the stay at Victoria Falls upstream, about 7 kilometres from town. There are a couple of options in this area, and we love this experience as it allows people to explore The Falls and partake in the activities that appeal, while maintaining that safari feel to the trip. You should expect the sound of hippos from your room! And if you’re lucky, you’ll see the occasional elephant crossing the Zambezi right in front of you.

03.

Pricing

The prices are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026. Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday. There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.

Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary. Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.