Zimbabwe & the Mighty Zambezi
Explore Zimbabwe from Victoria Falls to Mana Pools
From the wildlife-rich landscapes of Mana Pools to spectacular Victoria Falls, trace the course of Zimbabwe’s mighty Zambezi River on this luxury custom safari. Canoe past elephants, encounter rarely seen nocturnal animals on night drives, and gain insights from local experts who bring the region’s history, conservation practices, and traditions to life. Immerse yourself in one of the continent’s premier game-viewing regions—marveling that this country of such abundance is one of Africa’s lesser-visited safari destinations.
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What to Expect
Acquaint yourself with the life-giving power of the Zambezi River at Mana Pools National Park, a designated World Heritage Site. Then journey to a remote and secluded part of Matusadona National Park, located in the heart of Lake Kariba. Continue to Zimbabwe’s largest national park, Hwange, famous for its bounty of elephants. Your custom Zimbabwe safari culminates at the Zambezi River’s zenith, the spectacular 5000-foot wide Victoria Falls.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Mana Pools National Park by foot, four-by-four vehicle, canoe, and motorized pontoon boat
- Uncover a lesser-known safari destination that teems with wildlife and charm
- Revel in carefully-selected accommodations: lakeside at Kariba, in the heart of Hwange, and within earshot of thundering Victorica Falls
- Savor thrilling wildlife encounters, from Nile crocodiles and hippo to lion and leopards
Upcoming Departures
- Custom Trips OfferedMarch – November
Trip Pricing
- Custom Trip: From $13,925
Based on double occupancy
Inclusions
- All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
- All guided game drives, events, and experiences
- Premier naturalist safari guide
- Most meals
- Laundry at all safari camps
- All beverages, excluding premium spirits
- All park and conservation fees
- Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
- Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team
Your Route Through Zimbabwe
Journey at a Glance
Day 1 – 3Exploring Mana Pools
Arrive in Harare and fly to Mana Pools National Park. By foot, vehicle, and boat, watch foraging elephants, waterbuck, and birds in the river, floodplains, and tree canopies.
Day 4 – 6Lake Kariba Excursions
Lake Kariba's tributaries and grasslands abound with lion, leopard, cheetah, and hyena, which you seek based from tented suites with mountain views.
GeoEx did a better job than I could have ever done planning this safari... In Zimbabwe I'd wake up every morning to antelope and zebras hanging out at the watering hole 100 yards away.
