9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari

9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari Overview

9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari takes you to two different sections of Hwange National Park and a short stay in Victoria Falls. Hwange National Park is the largest park in Zimbabwe, covering an impressive 14,650 sq km. As you’d expect from a park of this size, the breadth of wildlife species is astounding. Over 100 species of mammals reside here, whilst almost 400 species of birds. Without forgetting the 40,000-strong population of elephants. Then, you will relax in Victoria Falls, by the Zambezi River.

9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari Highlights

Day 1: Northern Hwange National Park
Day 2-3: Hwange National Park Safari
Day 4: Hwange National Park
Day 5-6: Discover the Eastern Side of Hwange National Park
Day 7-8: Safari to Victoria Falls
Day 9: Farewell Zimbabwe

Detailed 9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Northern Hwange National Park

You will begin your journey by enjoying a scenic flight from Victoria Falls International Airport to Giraffe Springs Airstrip in Hwange National Park. On arrival, you will be met by your guide for a short road transfer to Nehimba Safari Lodge where you will spend the next three nights.
You will enjoy your first night with some sundowners on the Nehimba Deck overlooking the waterhole. You’ll enjoy dinner under the stars tonight, and hopefully be joined by some elephants drinking water just steps away!

Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Accommodation: Nehimba Lodge
Luxury tented camp located inside Hwange NP

Day 2-3: Hwange National Park Safari

Nehimba sits firmly on the edge of the mopane woodlands associated with the north of the park and the Kalahari sandveld of the south and west. All the diversity of Hwange’s fauna and flora is within easy reach. No two days are the same at Nehimba and game viewing experiences are tailor-made to your preferences, including game drives, walking safaris, and night game drives on the private concession in search of nocturnal species of wildlife.
Whether you choose to track a herd of elephants on foot with your highly trained guide at dawn or spend the afternoon relaxing overlooking the waterhole on the deck by the pool, this wild and un-spoilt bush paradise will guarantee you leave with memories to last a lifetime!

Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Accommodation: Nehimba Lodge
Luxury tented camp located inside Hwange NP

Day 4: Hwange National Park

You will have breakfast at camp before the transfer to the railway for the rail-car journey to Bomani (note the rail-car does not run from Jan to April, the transfer is done via a short fly hop).
You will arrive at Bomani, and relax in this new environment.

Your dinner will be at the camp. Here, you will notice a mix of open grasslands and woodlands that provides the perfect mosaic of habitats for the full spectrum of both grazing and browsing herbivores resident in Hwange and then, of course, the carnivores that prey on them – lion, leopard, painted dog and both species of Hyena – spotted and the seldom seen brown.
This abundance of wildlife set in both woodlands and open grasslands provides some of the best year-round game viewing to be found anywhere in Zimbabwe.

Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Accommodation: Bomani Tented Camp
Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences

Day 5-6: Discover the Eastern Side of Hwange National Park

Your time at Bomani will be spent enjoying game drives and walks in the well-known Ngamo Plains or you can choose to enjoy some time in the spacious underground hide capturing some up close and personal moments.
Night drives also add to your experience at this lodge.

Chat with your guide to customize your stay as per your preferences. You can choose to be woken with coffee in bed, before joining your guide on a sunrise game drive inside the park or, opt for a relaxing lie-in before visiting the nearby village and school for insight into the daily lives of the local people.
There is always something to do, and see.

Main Destination: Hwange National Park
Accommodation: Bomani Tented Camp
Mid-range tented camp bordering Hwange NP without fences

Day 7-8: Safari to Victoria Falls

After an incredible six-night safari adventure in Hwange, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Victoria Falls and onward to your final destinations on the banks of the Zambezi River for two nights at Victoria Falls River Lodge. Your stay here includes your meals, selected beverages, and some set activities.
Chat with the camp manager on arrival and schedule your days. Note that the park fees are not included and will need to be paid directly ($50 pp for the Falls entry for example). Choose to relax and unwind or to seek out adventure.

Main Destination: Victoria Falls
Accommodation: Victoria Falls River Lodge
Luxury lodge located at Victoria Falls

Day 9: Farewell Zimbabwe

Today you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport. You will bid the magical Zimbabwe farewell as you connect with your return flight home.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls)

End of 9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari

A Guide to this 9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari

Entry Requirements for This Tour:

On this 9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari, all visitors must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest Zimbabwe Embassy or Consulate.

Language On This 9 Days Hwange and Victoria Falls Safari:
English

Time:
GMT +3

Voltage:
220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.

Currency:
Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.

Clothing:
Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.

Baggage:
Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.

Water:
You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.

Health;
East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential.
You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.

Dietary Requirements:
For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel

Gratuities:
As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day

Photography:
Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.

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