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Zimbabwe & Zambia

This is Zimbabwe & Zambia
Top guides ~ Walking safaris ~Abundant wildlife ~ Mighty Zambezi and Victoria Falls

Beyond the crowds lie wonders untold.

Leverage our firsthand wilderness expertise to craft a bespoke safari in Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Experience awe-inspiring landscapes, abundant wildlife encounters, and adrenaline-pumping adventures – all woven into an unforgettable journey just for you!

 

Zambia and Zimbabwe entice adventurers and luxury seekers alike, epitomized by Victoria Falls, with unparalleled wildlife encounters and enriching experiences.

Zambia offers thrilling safaris amidst its stunning big five game reserves, ideal for those seeking a deeply immersive adventure.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwe’s diverse allure promises awe-inspiring landscapes, intense safaris and cultural richness.

Both countries boast exceptional guides, supported by their world-class educational standards, ensuring a journey that blends excellence with profound exploration.

 
16 NIGHTS SOUTHERN AFRICA from $1100 PPPD
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Zimbabwe & Zambia, 14 Days – Artisans of Safari

Bespoke Safari Itinerary

Zimbabwe & Zambia, 14 Days

Victoria Falls  ·  Hwange  ·  Mana Pools
Lower Zambezi  ·  South Luangwa

Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Arrival & First Impressions: Arrive in Victoria Falls, the legendary "Smoke that Thunders," and settle into your lodge perched on the edge of the Zambezi River — the roar of the falls your constant companion.
  • Private Helicopter Flight: Take to the skies on an exclusive helicopter flight over the world's largest waterfall by volume, taking in sweeping aerial perspectives no ground-level vantage point can match.Special Access
  • Boiling Point & the Spray: Explore the falls from multiple viewpoints along the gorge rim, including the thrilling "Boiling Point" at the water's edge, where the mist rises like an equatorial rainstorm.
  • Elephant Art Safari: Spend an extraordinary afternoon alongside Africa's gentle giants as they create original works of art — a rare and playful wildlife encounter unlike anything else on the continent.Special Access
  • Ele-Collection — Conservation Behind the Scenes: Go behind the scenes at this groundbreaking Victoria Falls initiative, where 100,000 plastic bottles a day are transformed into construction aggregate — clearing waste from the KAZA conservation area, sequestering carbon, and paying local collectors eight times the average wage as a genuine alternative to poaching.Special Access
  • Lunch at the Lookout Cafe: Conclude your Victoria Falls days with a long lunch above the gorge, watching white-water rafters and zipliners below as the Zambezi glints in the afternoon light.
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
  • Fly-in Arrival: Board a light aircraft from Victoria Falls and transfer to your camp in Hwange — Zimbabwe's largest wildlife reserve, famous for its vast elephant herds and classic big-game landscapes.
  • Community School Visit: Step into the heart of local life with a visit to a nearby school, meeting students and teachers and gaining a genuine sense of the communities that share this extraordinary landscape.
  • Photographic Safari with a Wildlife Photographer: Join a renowned wildlife photographer on exclusive game drives, learning professional techniques for capturing Hwange's iconic subjects — from bull elephants at waterholes to lions at dusk.Special Access
  • Game Drives & Walking Safaris: Explore Hwange's diverse habitats — open grasslands, mopane woodlands, and seasonal pans — in search of lions, wild dogs, sable antelope, and the park's celebrated elephant herds.
Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
  • Private Canoe Safari on the Zambezi: Slip silently along the Lower Zambezi River in a traditional dugout canoe with an expert guide, drawing close to hippos, crocodiles, and elephant drinking along the banks — a perspective the bush simply cannot replicate.Special Access
  • Walking Safaris: Mana Pools is one of Africa's great walking destinations. Move on foot through the floodplain forest with experienced guides, reading tracks and encountering wildlife at a pace that sharpens every sense.
  • The Pools at Sunset: As the light turns amber, settle beside the four ancient ox-bow pools that give this UNESCO World Heritage Site its name — a timeless scene of elephant, buffalo, and waterfowl gathering at the water's edge.
Zambia
Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia
  • Fly-in Arrival: Cross into Zambia by light aircraft, descending into the dramatic valley of the Lower Zambezi — a landscape of towering escarpments, riverine forest, and one of Africa's mightiest waterways.
  • Private Fishing Excursion: Take to the river with a renowned local guide for an exclusive tigerfish fishing session. Learn traditional techniques on the Zambezi and pit your skills against one of freshwater Africa's most formidable game fish.Special Access
  • Game Activities by Land & Water: Combine game drives along the riverine corridor with boat-based safaris, where elephant wade across channels and lion patrol the shoreline — wildlife viewing at its most cinematic.
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
  • Leopard Country: South Luangwa is one of the finest parks on the continent for leopard sightings. Spend your final days on game drives through oxbow lagoons and sausage-tree woodland, where Africa's most elusive cat is a genuine daily possibility.Seasonal
  • Night Safaris: After dark, the Luangwa Valley transforms. Join a night safari to encounter aardvark, serval, civets, and the drama of predators hunting under the stars — a fitting close to a journey of a lifetime.
  • Farewell & Departure: Depart with memories of five extraordinary wild places, each distinct in character, and a deepened understanding of Southern Africa's remarkable natural heritage.
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Zambia & Zimbabwe
Activities, Weather & More

A quick guide to Victoria Falls, river adventures, wildlife viewing, walking safaris, cultural visits, helicopter flights, and the seasonal rhythms that can shape your time in Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Experiences to Consider
What You Can Build Into the Safari
Wildlife Safari in Open Vehicle
Abundant Elephant Viewing
Walking Safari, Rhino Trek on Foot & Walking Tour of the Falls
Rainbow Over the Falls
After-Dinner Game Drives
Elephant Art Safari
Community Visits & Voluntourism
River Activities: Sunset Cruise, Canoeing, Rafting, Devil’s Pool & Water Sundowners
Catch & Release Fishing
People & Culture
Scenic Helicopter & Microlight Over the Falls
Bungee Jump, Zip Lining & More
Best Time to Visit
Late June through September is especially strong for Victoria Falls and safari

Nights are cooler, days are warm, skies are often clear, and game sightings increase as the ground dries out. This is also a peak period for many Victoria Falls activities.

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Weather During Peak Season

Late June through August brings much cooler nights, warm days, cloudless skies, and increasing wildlife sightings as the ground dries out. September is also a peak time for Victoria Falls activities and excellent game viewing.

Shoulder Season Note

April, May, and early June are verdant as the rains fade and the landscape begins to dry. September and October bring rising temperatures, with excellent wildlife viewing in areas such as the Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa, though October can be very hot.

Pairs Well With

Zambia and Zimbabwe pair beautifully with Botswana and South Africa, and Victoria Falls can also be a compelling gateway into East Africa.

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A Deeper Look at Conservation, Community & Safari Tourism in Zimbabwe and Zambia

As you consider a safari to Victoria Falls, watch this conversation to see how one urgent conservation challenge is being transformed into innovation, income, and impact.

On the edge of the Zambezi, plastic waste is no longer being treated as something to discard — it is being turned into building material, local livelihoods, and a new model for protecting wild places.

Seeing Victoria Falls is only the beginning — the deeper story is how creativity, technology, and community action are helping heal one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

A Deeper Look at

F.A.Q.

One quirky question and one practical question. Both asked and answered.

 

  High level:  Most people come to Africa for the wildlife, and leave thinking about how wonderful the people are.

One of the biggest surprises about Zimbabwe and Zambia is the sheer diversity and abundance of wildlife and natural beauty.  

Both countries boast rich ecosystems, with Zimbabwe featuring massive herds of elephants and big cats, and Zambia showcasing prolific birdlife and pristine riverine landscapes. 

Safari-goers also appreciate the warm hospitality of the locals, enhancing their experience alongside the breathtaking scenery and wildlife.

 

 

 

  • Wildlife and Diversity: Zimbabwe, particularly Hwange National Park and Mana Pools National Park, is known for its large herds of elephants, diverse wildlife including predators like lions and leopards, and scenic landscapes. Mana Pools is famous for its riverine and floodplain ecosystems, offering exceptional canoeing safaris.

    Zambia, on the other hand, boasts South Luangwa National Park and Lower Zambezi National Park. South Luangwa is renowned for its walking safaris, abundant leopard sightings, and high density of hippos and crocodiles along the Luangwa River. Lower Zambezi offers a unique combination of river-based activities like canoeing and excellent game viewing along the Zambezi River.

  • Accessibility and Infrastructure: Zimbabwe has well-established tourism infrastructure, especially around Victoria Falls, making it easier for tourists to access and explore various parks. In contrast, Zambia’s parks often offer more remote and off-the-beaten-path experiences, appealing to travelers seeking a quieter and less commercialized safari experience.

  • Scenery and Landscape: Both countries offer diverse landscapes, but Zimbabwe’s parks often include more rugged terrain and mixed woodland, whereas Zambia’s parks like Lower Zambezi feature floodplains and riverine forests, providing different backdrops for wildlife viewing.

  • Guiding and Experience: Both countries have high standards of guiding due to their educational systems and training programs. However, Zimbabwe may offer more structured and traditional game drives, while Zambia emphasizes walking safaris and water-based activities like canoeing, providing a more immersive and intimate wildlife experience.

What our clients say about us.

This trip was tailored to meet our specific needs including canoeing on the Zambezi, safaris and so much more. From bush flights and meetings with local guides who were all so knowledgeable. Karin and team held our hand through the entire pre-trip process up until the day we left, and then throughout. Everything went so smoothly, and Karin personally stayed in touch with us and called us to while we were traveling! Can't wait to go back!

Bala S.

Traveled to Hwange National Park, Mana Pools & The Falls

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