Heritage SafarisZimbabwe Wanderer, a fantastic 9-day safari that explores the wilderness and beauty Hwange National Park, the vast, open grasslands of Mana Pools and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Victoria Falls.
Starting Price US$ 5,800
Victoria Falls
Hwange National Park
Mana Pools
Bush Flights
Game Drives
Bush Walk
Day 1-2: Victoria Falls
Day 3-5: Hwange National Park
Day 6-8: Mana Pools
Day 9: Departure
Upon guest’s arrival into Victoria Falls Airport, they will be met and transferred by shared road transfer to Ilala Lodge, where they will stay for two nights. Ilala Lodge is situated close to the Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe as well as to the town centre. Wild animals are often seen grazing the hotel lawns as the National Park borders the front of the property. Access to Victoria Falls is within easy walking distance from the town centre. Water flow over the Falls varies throughout the year.
Overnights Ilala Lodge B
After breakfast, guests will be transferred by private road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport, for their onwards light air transfer to Hwange. Guests will be met at the airstrip and transferred by road to Somalisa Expeditions
Somalisa Expeditions is set in the heart of Hwange National Park, known as the land of the giants for its big elephant herds., Nestled under an incredible grove of Acacias, along the edge of a seasonal flood plain, Somalisa Expeditions offers an authentic bush experience, and is simpler than the sister ‘Somalisa and Somalisa Acacia’ camps.
Six elegantly furnished canvas tents with en-suite bathrooms; flush toilet and romantic alfresco bush showers make up this camp. The décor echoes an era of old from colonial times to the ancient tribes of Africa telling the story from all corners of this magnificent continent.
Somalisa Expeditions’ main area includes a lounge and dining area on raised decking with an adjacent white sane campfire for relaxing evenings under the stars. The camp overlooks a small pool, which elephants have become habituated to drinking from. In addition, the water hole in front of camp is frequently used as a ‘mud-bath’ and a popular rendezvous for the elephants. Guests can enjoy some up close photographic opportunities with these majestic animals, most particularly in the dry season
Activities include guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you, game drives and night drives. Wildlife sighting include elephant, kudu, sable antelope, zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena and many other wildlife species.
Overnights Somalisa Expeditions BLD
The following morning after breakfast, guests will be transferred by light air transfer to Mana West Airstrip. On arrival, they will be met and transferred by road to Zambezi Expeditions.
Zambezi Expeditions is a mobile safari located on the shore of the Lower Zambezi River with Mana Pools National Park, well known for its wildlife rich flood plains, the mighty Zambezi River and the magnificent views of the back drop of the Zambezi escarpment. The camp consists of 6 twin bedded tents, with en-suite bathroom facilities that include flush toilets and an alfresco hot bucket shower. The camp gives luxury camping safaris a new definition by the virtue of its detailed furnishings and facilities which include 12 volt lighting and charging facilities for cameras. A well serviced mess tent with a dinning and seating area forms part of the camp. Our wonderful Shona and Tonga staff will arrange brunch, tea and cake, and dinner. The camp can communicate by satellite phone in case of emergency.
Some of the wildlife you can expect to see is eland antelope, elephant, African wild dogs, water buck, and big herds of buffalo, kudu antelopes, lion and leopard. You will explore a rich aquatic life under a sky inhabited by fantastic bird species. Game drives along the flood plain in open 4 x 4 Land cruisers are one of the main highlights, taking you into the core of the wildlife scene that is abounding with a diversity of wildlife. Our guides are some of the most experienced naturalists and professional guides in Zimbabwe. The camp is designed to give you access to the Zambezi river affording you canoeing excursions on the river, fishing either from the banks or off an island in the middle of the Zambezi river. The Camp opens from May to October.
Overnights Zambezi Expeditions BLD
After a morning activity (time permitting) and breakfast, guests will be transferred by light air transfer to Harare Airport, for their onward travel arrangements.
Flexible departures (any day)
Private airport transfers
Bush flights between camps
2 Nights Ilala Lodge Std room, Victoria Falls (bed & breakfast)
3 Nights Soamalisa Expeditions, Hwange (fully inclusive)
3 Nights Zambezi Expeditions, Mana Pools (fully inclusive)
US$ 5,800 per person ( April & May 2023)
US$ 7,220 per person ( June to October 2023)
Best season: May to October
