5-Day Explore Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana
Duration
5 days
Group Size
1 to 10 people
Ages
0
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99
yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day journey that takes you across three remarkable countries — Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana. This safari is the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation, crafted for travelers who seek to immerse themselves in the wild beauty of Southern Africa. From the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls to the rich wildlife of Chobe National Park and the unique encounters in Zambia, every moment is designed to leave you with lasting memories. On this trip, you’ll have the rare opportunity to track rhinos on a thrilling night game drive, followed by a magical bush dinner under the African stars. With each destination, you’ll get closer to Africa’s most iconic wildlife, offering you the chance to witness the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pickup
What's included
Lunch
Dinner
4 nights at Dzimbahwe guest Lodge
Breakfast: 4
Entrance fees
Entrance fees
Entrance fees
Admission fees
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. In the afternoon, you will be collected for a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River—pick-up is at 15:30 in winter and 16:00 in summer. Relax and enjoy the tranquil flow of the river with finger foods and an open bar, while spotting birdlife and wildlife along the riverbanks. The experience is perfectly crowned by a breathtaking Zimbabwean sunset.
Meals and drinks: Snacks served during sunset cruise; soft drinks during cruise
Transfers and activities:
Airport to hotel: ~20 minutes
Sunset cruise: 3 hours
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After breakfast, you will embark on a guided tour of the majestic Victoria Falls from both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides. This immersive experience allows you to appreciate the full grandeur of one of the seven natural wonders of the world, with each side offering unique perspectives, trails, and viewpoints of the cascading falls and surrounding rainforest. After the falls tour, you will proceed into Livingstone, Zambia, for a cultural and historical city tour. Highlights include a visit to the Livingstone Museum—the oldest and largest museum in Zambia—where you will learn about Dr. David Livingstone’s legacy and the region’s fascinating past. You will also explore the local markets, showcasing Zambian crafts, fresh produce, and traditional artistry.
Meals included: Breakfast
Activity: Guided tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe and Zambia sides)
Duration: ~7 hours
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Breakfast:
This tour departs from Victoria Falls to the Chobe National Park in Botswana. You will be transferred to the Kazungula border where their Botswana Guide will meet them. From there you proceed straight to the River where you will spend the morning game viewing along the Chobe River. Tea, coffee & biscuits are provided. The morning cruise ends at around 12.30hrs and clients are then taken to a hotel on the riverbank for lunch. After lunch, clients board safari
vehicles for an afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park where they will have the opportunity to enjoy an abundance of wildlife. After the game drive, you are taken back to the Kazungula Border where you will be met by their Zimbabwean Guide for their return transfer to Victoria Falls, arriving at approximately 17.30hrs.
Please note: Due to the previous night’s sightings, the order of the activities might be changed, i.e. start with a Game drive and finish with the Boat Cruise.
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Lunch:
Breakfast:
Begin the day with a cultural immersion, exploring the rhythms of daily village life in Zimbabwe. Visitors are encouraged to bring thoughtful gifts such as stationery, clothing, or sweets as tokens of goodwill for the community. At 16:00, continue the adventure at Nakavango Private Game Reserve with an afternoon game drive across breathtaking landscapes. As the sun sets, unwind with refreshments and light snacks before venturing deeper into the reserve. With the aid of a spotlight, discover the nocturnal wildlife that comes alive after dark. The evening concludes under the stars with a 3-course barbecue feast, blending authentic flavors with the magic of the African wilderness.
Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
Activities:
Village tour – 3 hours
Night game drive and bush dinner – 4 hours
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Breakfast:
Dinner:
Transfers back to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) will be provided after the wonderful adventure. Pick-up times depend on the flight details. Cuckoo Safaris normally picks up clients 2 hours before the departure time.
Meals: Breakfast
Duration for airport transfers: 20 minutes
Breakfast:
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