10 Day Zimbabwe Safari – Falls, Hwange and Cruise
Tour Overview
Prices from: £4595/$5995 based on 2 sharing in September/October 2026 (High Season) Contact us if you would like to discuss Green Season Specials!
Experience the best Zimbabwe safari on a journey that blends iconic natural wonders, immersive wildlife encounters, and unique river-based exploration. Your adventure begins in Victoria Falls, where you’ll enjoy two nights at the peaceful Wallow Lodge with all meals and drinks included. Here, you’ll discover the majesty of the falls on a guided tour, glide along the Zambezi on a classic sundowner cruise, visit Batoka Gorge for cocktails and canapés, and enjoy cultural and wildlife activities such as a village tour and game drive on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s the perfect introduction to the beauty and diversity of this vibrant region.
Your safari experience then deepens as you travel to Ivory Lodge, set on a private concession in Hwange. This exclusive location allows for uncrowded wildlife sightings, unforgettable night game drives, and even the option of sleeping under the stars on a raised platform out in the wilds of the conservancy. To complete your journey, you’ll spend four nights aboard the Zambezi Trader, a unique floating safari that offers a slow, scenic way to experience remote stretches of the river from Musuna. With a relaxed pace, beautiful river landscapes, and opportunities for cultural visits and wildlife viewing accessible only by water, this cruise provides a memorable and refreshing finale to your Zimbabwe adventure.
Tour Highlights
- Guided tour of Victoria Falls (rainforest entry included)
- Classic sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River
- Cocktails and canapés overlooking Batoka Gorge
- Game drive on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary
- Cultural village tour and shuttle access to Victoria Falls town
- Safari stay at Ivory Lodge on a private concession
- Night game drives and optional star-bed sleep-out
- Four-night river safari aboard the Zambezi Trader
- Relaxed exploration of remote river landscapes and communities
Day Overview
Days 1–2: Victoria Falls – Wallow Lodge
Arrive at Victoria Falls and transfer to Wallow Lodge for two nights of comfort and exploration. Enjoy a guided tour of the falls, a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi, cocktails at Batoka Gorge, a village visit, and a game drive on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary. With all meals and local drinks included, this is an ideal introduction to the region.
Days 3–5: Hwange – Ivory Lodge
Continue to Ivory Lodge on a private concession for an intimate safari experience. Enjoy uncrowded day and night game drives, with the option to spend a magical night under the stars on the raised star-bed platform.
Days 6–10: Zambezi River – Zambezi Trader
Finish your journey with four nights aboard the Zambezi Trader, starting at Musuna. Relax into the slow rhythm of river life as you explore remote waterways, enjoy guided excursions, meet local communities, and watch wildlife from the water—an unforgettable finale to your Zimbabwe adventure.
Key Facts
Starts: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Ends: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Travel Style: Luxury Style
Tour Type: Private/Tailor-made
Transport: Road Transfers
Validity: Year Round
Includes
- 2 Nights Wallow Lodge in Victoria Falls
- 3 Nights Ivory Lodge in Dete Vlei
- 4 Nights Zambezi Trader along the Zambezi River
- Sunset Cruise
- Tour of Victoria Falls
- Game Drives and Night Drives
- Tender Boat Excursions along Zambezi
- All Transfers
Excludes
- International Flights to/from Victoria Falls
- Visa Fees (if required)
- Tips
- Travel Insurance (Essential)
- Items of a Personal Nature
- Drinks/Meals not stated
- Optional Activities
Dates
January (Low Season)
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