VICTORIA FALLS + HWANGE NATIONAL PARK
5 Nights / 6 Days – ZIMBABWE
03 Nights’ accommodation at Victoria Falls as per your selected Hotel category
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Address
Wild Photo Getaways,
#3, 6th Cross,
Hanumanth Nagar,
Bangalore-560019, Bharat
Victoria Falls presents a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River, forming the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. It was described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800s as Mosi-oa-Tunya – ‘The smoke that Thunders’. The Best View is seen from the Zimbabwean side.
Experience the rich wildlife in ZIMBABWE by having a Safari tour of game drives and game safari walks in the company of professional and experienced guides of HWANGE NATIONAL PARK the largest national park in ZIMBABWE and where the largest population of elephants is found in AFRICA. See the BIG FIVE from elephants, lions, rhinos, buffalos and leopards and other wildlife animals like wildebeest zebras, giraffes and cheetahs.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Victoria Falls Airport
Complete your passport and immigration formalities and once you come out, you will meet our driver who is waiting outside the arrivals area with your name placard to assist you to your vehicle. He will transfer you to hotel where check in as per standard hotel policy will be done. Lunch will be served at hotel restaurant. Afternoon at guests’ leisure and private transfer to the Zambezi River for the sunset cruise at 1600 hours.
Sunset cruise (2 hours): Once on board, relax and enjoy the tranquillity and spectacular views the Zambezi River and surrounding nature provide. Flocks of birds skimming the waterline while an African sunset casts a brilliance of colours for you to be mesmerized with. Be ready to see a variety of wildlife such as hippo, crocodiles as well as elephants. Drinks and snacks will be provided in limited quantities. Extras Dec be purchased at own cost*.
Private transfer back to hotel where dinner will be served. Overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02: Boma dinner at the Victoria Falls
Early morning breakfast at hotel. Day can be spent at guests’ leisure with lunch being served at hotel restaurant. Private transfer from hotel to the Boma restaurant at 1800 hours.
Boma Dinner: Arriving at the Boma, guest will be dressed up in traditional clothes ‘’chitenges’’ before entering the main dinner area. You will then take part in the hand-washing ceremony before enjoying a variety of beers and snacks. The Boma offers a 4-course meal which caters to all whether it be beef, pork, chicken or a variety of vegetarian dishes. A salad bar gives access to a variety of salads as well as desserts available at the buffet table. Entertainment such as traditional dances, singers and story tellers will make sure there is never a dull moment. Private transfers back to hotel with overnight stay at hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 03: FALLS TOUR
Early morning breakfast with private transfer to the entrance of the Victoria Falls.
Guided Victoria Falls Tour (3hrs): Be ready to feast your eyes on the unique rainforest that was created by the constant spray of the falls. You will encounter a variety of plant as well as bird life. Spend a few minutes at different viewpoints taking pictures or just enjoying the magnitude of the Victoria Falls. The Victoria Falls will be at full flow during April – August. Raincoats are available on rent if you do not wish to be soaked.
Private transfer back to the hotel where rest of day can be spent at leisure. Lunch and dinner served at hotel restaurant.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 04: Victoria Falls to Hwange
After breakfast transfer to your Hwange hotel which is 85 kms away. Check in as per standard check in time and relax. Lunch will be served at hotel restaurant with the rest of day to be spent at guests’ leisure. Dinner to be served with overnight stay.
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 05: Highlight of what is being done
Early morning breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to the Hwange walking safari where you will be getting your feet on the ground with further exploration by vehicle for the game drive.
You will encounter a variety of bird and wildlife due to the diverse range of habitats such as teak, false-mopane woodlands and open plains, which can be explored on this exciting safari.
Kalahari birds including Kori bustard, crimson breasted shrike, scaly-feathered finch, cut-throat finch, and a few more variety can be spotted as well due to the dry seasons. Wildlife such as lions, buffalo, leopard, spotted hyenas, a variety of game and the herds of elephant.
Once done with the safari, you will be transferred back to hotel for lunch served at hotel restaurant.
After lunch is complete, private transfer to the village where visits of the traditional homesteads can be done to learn more about the local people and their traditions. Guests are able to purchase local arts & crafts that are available on offer at the market which in turn helps the locals to support their families and turn their unique skills into an empowering activity.
Private transfer back to hotel where dinner will be served with overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 06: Departure
Early morning breakfast will be served and guest will then proceed to check-out as per hotel policy.
Meals Included: Breakfast