Zimbabwe & Botswana Safari: Victoria Falls & The Big Five

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Ends

Kasane, Botswana

Highlights

Experience the thundering Victoria Falls with time to explore its breathtaking surroundings.

Spot the Big Five in Zimbabwe’s legendary Hwange National Park.

Cruise the Chobe River and watch wildlife thrive along its shores.

Soak in the untamed beauty of Zimbabwe and Botswana’s wild landscapes

Itinerary

If a week in the wilds of Africa sounds like your dream escape, Zimbabwe & Botswana Safari: Victoria Falls & The Big Five is the tour package made for you. This seven-day adventure is crafted for experienced travelers who want to balance epic wildlife encounters with the freedom to pursue their own interests.

Start at the iconic Victoria Falls, where the power and beauty of the natural world take center stage. Then plunge into Hwange and Chobe National Parks, searching for elephants, lions, and other members of the Big Five on unforgettable safari drives. With thoughtful pacing, you’ll enjoy plenty of time for optional activities—whether you crave more wildlife, adventure, or relaxation.

What makes this trip unique is its finely tuned balance of structure and flexibility, ensuring that every traveler gets the most out of Africa’s wonders. For those eager to fall in love with the continent’s wild side, this journey is the perfect introduction.

day 1 - Victoria Falls

Arrive by late afternoon. Then, get settled at the lodge before an included group dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a G Adventures-supported initiative.

Meal:Dinner

Accomodation:A Zambezi River Lodge (or similar)

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Lusumpuko Women's Club Dinner Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Victoria Falls

It’s time for a free Day of exploration in Victoria Falls, home to the world’s largest sheet of falling water, and considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders. There are many activities to choose from like white water rafting, bungee jumping, the Bamba tram, or you can prebook the Victoria Falls helicopter ride. Come back together with the group in the evening for the Simunye Theatrical Show for a captivating performance and where dinner will be served.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:A Zambezi River Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Simunye Theatrical Show

Optional Activities:Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins , Bamba Tram - Morning Run , Zipline over the Zambezi Glide along a zipline track for 300 metres over the rapids of the Batoka Gorge below. Take in incredible views of the Victoria Falls along the way., Zambezi Whitewater Rafting This activity is not available during some seasons due to safety reasons.

day 3 - Victoria Falls/Hwange National Park

Travel to Hwange National Park today with a stop along the way to the Painted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre for a tour of the facilities. Learn about their efforts to save wild dogs in the area and reintroduce them to the wild. Then, continue on to your lodge stay where there will be free time to enjoy the property’s amenities or choose to join an optional afternoon or night safari drive into the national park.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hwange Safari Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Painted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre Visit Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive , Night Safari Through Hwange National Park

day 4 - Hwange National Park

This morning the group will set out early for a safari drive through Hwange National Park. The park boasts over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, and houses all of Zimbabwe’s specially protected wildlife. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and spend the remainder of the afternoon exploring on your own. Choose between enjoying the lodge’s amenities or perhaps another afternoon safari drive into the park.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hwange Safari Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Morning Wildlife Safari Drive in Hwange National Park Duration : 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive

day 5 - Hwange NP to Chobe NP via Kasane

Leave Hwange National Park this morning and transfer to Victoria Falls where you’ll be able to grab a quick lunch on your own before crossing the border into Botswana. Arrive at the lodge near Chobe National Park in the afternoon. There will be free time to get settled and relax. Or you could choose to join the included Chobe River Sunset Cruise for a taste of what’s to come on this next leg of your adventure.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Thebe River Safari Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 164 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.5 hr

Included Activity:Chobe River Sunset Cruise Duration : 3.0 hr

day 6 - Chobe National Park

Savour breakfast at the lodge before a morning safari drive through the wild landscape of Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa and boasting some herds numbering in the hundreds. Other animals you may see while on safari here are lions, leopards, hippos, gazelles, and large herds of buffalo. Return to the lodge for lunch on your own before a free afternoon for optional activities in the area. Choose to prebook the Four Corners of Africa River cruise for a unique experience in the water where four countries meet. Dinner is included at the lodge this evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Thebe River Safari Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Chobe National Park Morning Safari Drive Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 100 km

Optional Activities:4 Corners Africa Deluxe Bridge Tour , Chobe National Park Afternoon Safari Drive

day 7 - Chobe National Park/Kasane

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

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What's Included

Accommodation

Lodges (6 nts).

Meals

6 breakfasts, 6 dinners
Note: Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicles, safari vehicles.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Dinner, Victoria FallsYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: Victoria FallsSimunye Theatre ShowPainted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre TourEarly morning safari drive in Hwange NPChobe River Sunset CruiseMorning safari drive in Chobe NPFree time in Victoria Falls, Hwange, & Chobe for optional activities in the area

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