Thrilling Game Walks, Abundant Wildlife, Enchanting Lodges
Zimbabwe: Green Season Safari
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We love the “secret” season, when the grasslands are lush and brimming with foals, calves, and cubs—all of which attract an abundance of predators, from painted dogs to leopards and lions. We've created a wonderfully active adventure for you at this special time with our expert naturalist leader—Zim guides are the most highly trained in all of Africa. You'll set out game viewing by open-sided vehicle and vintage open-air rail car, have thrillingly spontaneous game walks when wildlife is spotted, canoe on the Zambezi, and observe elephants close-up from a special “look up” hide. And, you experience all this at a significant savings of more than $1,000 per person compared with high season safaris, as well as notable savings on airfare. 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This relaxing hotel has an ideal location just minutes from spectacular Victoria Falls. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. The early afternoon is free to settle into your room, have a swim, or unwind on your patio. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn. Later in the day, you will be transported to the banks of the Zambezi River to witness your first Zimbabwean sunset aboard a sundowner cruise (canapes and drinks included!). We'll float up the river, on the lookout for animals coming down to drink or the many hippo that often pop up to welcome us. After disembarking, the evening will be spent back at Ilala Lodge enjoying a Welcome Dinner. 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Gorges Lodge is intentionally located on community land, in partnership with the local village. Community members are employed at the lodge, and the benefits go directly back to the community for educational and environmental projects that the community controls—your presence plays a role in empowering the community. Tonight, we enjoy our Welcome Dinner in the lodge's open-air restaurant under the stars.<\/body>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Victoria Falls Rainforest \/ Road and Rail to Hwange National Park \/ Bomani Tented Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or “the smoke that thunders,” the cascade of Victoria Falls extends more than a mile across the Zambezi River (that's more than twice the breadth of Niagara Falls!). This World Heritage Site and natural wonder offers us an unforgettable introduction to our safari. After breakfast, our guide whisks us to the mighty Falls to take in the spectacular vistas and walk through the rainforest, enjoying a guided tour and incredible scenes of the cascades of water—a once in a lifetime experience! We then head to the railway depot at Dete to catch the Elephant Express, a vintage open-air railway car that glides along the historic track built in 1904 by Cecil Rhodes. We'll savor lunch on board and enjoy an exciting afternoon game viewing in comfort as we travel into Hwange National Park. Spanning some 5,600 square miles, Hwange National Park is both the first (founded in 1928) and largest park in the nation. It is home to some of the highest concentrations of elephant on the planet (around 44,000) along with lion, leopard, and buffalo, and it's world famous as a birding destination. At Ngamo, we disembark and head to Bomani Tented Lodge, just a 15-minute drive away. Bomani's spacious tents are set around a very active waterhole within a private concession on the magnificent Ngamo Plains, the largest savanna grasslands in Hwange. The mix of grasslands and woodlands provides the perfect mosaic of habitats for the full spectrum of both grazing and browsing herbivores resident in Hwange and the carnivores that prey on them—lion, leopard, painted dog, cheetah, and hyena. This abundance of wildlife provides some of the best game viewing to be found anywhere in Zimbabwe. After settling in, we'll enjoy a festive dinner under the stars. Overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Victoria Falls \/ Batonka Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or “the smoke that thunders,” the cascade of Victoria Falls extends more than a mile across the Zambezi River (that's more than twice the size of Niagara Falls!). This World Heritage Site and natural wonder offers us an unforgettable introduction to our safari. After breakfast, our guide whisks us to the mighty Falls to take in the spectacular vistas and walk through the rainforest, enjoying a guided tour and incredible scenes of the cascades of water—a once in a lifetime experience! We'll then have some free time to enjoy shopping and to take in the sights of this quaint little town before enjoying a delicious lunch at the famous Victoria Falls Hotel. The afternoon is free to relax on the colonial style veranda sipping a cold drink or at the beautiful pool at Batonka Lodge, or enjoy one of the many activities available in Victoria Falls, from bungee jumping to river rafting (at your expense). We can make arrangements for any other afternoon activities if you like (at additional cost). Dinner and overnight at Batonka Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Game Viewing on the Mfagazaan Pan","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After waking up to the sounds of the African bush and enjoying an early breakfast, we set out for a full day of game viewing. Elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and impala are often seen in these parts. We'll set up for a picnic lunch, complete with chairs and tables, at the Mfagazaan Pan (seasonal lake bed) to watch the animals, and a leisurely drive brings us back to the lodge, spotting wildlife along the way. After dinner at the lodge, we enjoy a nightcap by the campfire, sharing stories and photos of the day's adventures. Overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Village Visit and the Look-Up Blind","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"A memorable cultural opportunity is in store as we head to Ngunyana village and join the community in their morning activities. Our lodge here is also intentionally set on community land so that the benefits go directly to the community—not to distant government agencies—and so community members have an incentive to protect wildlife. We'll be welcomed warmly at the village, meeting the village leader, and as this is school holiday time, we'll even have a chance to bring some of the schoolchildren into the park on a game drive. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to learn about the wildlife and the unique ecosystem that is being protected by the park, and in turn, we'll have a chance to learn a few words of Ndebele, their tribal “click” language. It is a tremendous experience for all involved—the children, especially, love to practice their English and learn about different cultures. Our late afternoon game drive brings us to a specially built underground game-viewing blind at Stoffie's Pan, where we enjoy sundowners and snout-level viewing of elephants. This ingenious blind gives us incredible close-up views, and is furnished with comfortable seating and a bathroom. Tonight we head out on a night drive, looking for species that prowl the plains after twilight. Dinner and overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Rhino Sanctuary \/ Cobras Community Wildlife Protection Unit \/ Walking Safari","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After enjoying early morning tea and coffee on the deck of your tent, we'll visit the Rhino Sanctuary. Our partners in Zimbabwe, Imvelo Safari Lodges, are proud and excited to be spearheading the return of white rhino in Hwange under the auspices of the Community Rhino Conservation Initiative (CRCI). The CRCI concept is to establish a highly protected rhino sanctuary on community land bordering the park. We'll tour the sanctuary headquarters, meet some of the Community Wildlife Protection Scouts on duty today, and spend time with the rhino and the rangers who guard them 24\/7 (great photo opportunities!). We'll also join the Cobras Community Wildlife Protection Unit for a display of their prowess—a challenging physical fitness routine and a demonstration of their shooting skills. We'll hear a short talk describing the origins and ideas behind the formation of the Cobras unit, and their important role in the new rhino conservation project that was launched in June 2022 at the Imvelo Wildlife Sanctuary. After a rest back at Bomani and maybe a dip in the pool, we enjoy a late afternoon game walk led by our expert Zimbabwean guide. Every walk provides fascinating insights into Hwange's circle of life. We may see elephants shake the acacia trees to eat the nutritious pods, while on a smaller scale, dung beetles roll elephant dung containing acacia seeds into balls and bury then, thus making the acacia seed ready to germinate and grow into a new tree. Before sunset, we'll stop at a watering hole to watch sunset, then head back to the lodge to freshen up before dinner. Overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Elephant Express \/ Northern Hwange \/ Nehimba Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Waking up to birdsong, we set out for an early game walk, a great way to experience Hwange on foot and see the small details of the bush, such as birds' nests and game tracks. After a hearty brunch, we board the Elephant Express open-air rail car to game-watch our way across the plains, then continue by 4WD vehicle, stopping to see wildlife on our way to our next spectacular and very different lodge, Nehimba. Nehimba is set in a private 107-square-mile concession in northern Hwange. We'll have this lion-rich territory to ourselves as we explore its mopane woodland and sand river environment. Nehimba's raised, thatched chalets arc around a waterhole frequented by elephants and other wildlife, including buffalo and wild dog. Dinner is served on the deck, with elephants gathering just a few yards away from us. It is the most unique dining setting imaginable. After dinner, you can join an optional night game drive to spot the animals that are just starting their “day.” Overnight at Nehimba Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Rhino Sanctuary","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today we visit the Rhino Sanctuary. Our partners in Zimbabwe, Imvelo Safari Lodges, are proud and excited to be spearheading the return of white rhino in Hwange under the auspices of the Community Rhino Conservation Initiative (CRCI). The CRCI concept is to establish a highly protected rhino sanctuary on community land bordering the park. We'll tour the sanctuary headquarters, meet some of the Community Wildlife Protection Scouts on duty today, and spend time with the rhino and the rangers who guard them 24\/7 (great photo opportunities!). Later, we head out for a 4WD game drive, followed by the safari tradition of “sundowner” drinks in a beautiful location at sunset. For our night game drive, our game spotters will bring out spotlights so we can look for nocturnal animals on the way back to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Nehimba Seep \/ Nehimba Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today we head out for game drives and game walks to explore more of the northern reaches of Hwange, which is distinctly different from the southern area of the park in its topography, habitats, and species of wildlife. At the Nehimba Seep, an ancient source of water once used by San Bushmen, we'll stop for a tea break and wildlife viewing. Elephants still come here to dig for water and nourishing minerals in the soil. We'll head back to the lodge for lunch and a siesta or a swim in the pool (with elephants often sipping from the waterhole just yards away). Our late afternoon game drive ends with cool refreshments at sunset overlooking a famed waterhole. Dinner is back at the lodge, with an evening to relax around the campfire and discuss the day's events. Overnight at Nehimba Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":8,"Headline":"Victoria Falls \/ Zambezi National Park \/ Victoria Falls River Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After another thrilling walking safari in Hwange's wilderness, we fly to Victoria Falls and transfer to Zambezi National Park, whose northern border is formed by the Zambezi River. We arrive in the afternoon and settle in at Victoria Falls River Lodge, with its stunning setting on the banks of the river. Each spacious tent has river views and its own plunge pool on its private deck. Tonight's sundowners will be enjoyed on board our riverboat as we cruise along the Zambezi at sunset, watching for elephant, hippo, crocodile, and a great variety of birdlife as the sunset's gold and crimson hues reflect off the waters. Overnight at Victoria Falls River Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":9,"DayTo":9,"Headline":"Upper Zambezi River \/ Victoria Falls River Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"This morning we'll set off by canoe to drift along the Zambezi as it flows past the Siansimba Islands, where we keep an eye out for hippo, crocodile, elephant, buffalo, and the occasional lion or giraffe. We'll stop along the river for a relaxing waterside brunch, then head back to the lodge by vehicle. The afternoon is free to enjoy your private plunge pool and a light lunch. Tonight we have a final game drive with sundowners on the river bank, followed by our festive Farewell Dinner. Overnight at Victoria Falls River Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":10,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Depart","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After a leisurely brunch along the river, pack up for the short (one-hour) drive to Victoria Falls Airport. Depart on international flights.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":1,"DayTo":1,"Headline":"Victoria Falls \/ Batonka Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body>In Victoria Falls, we enjoy a Zimbabwean sunset aboard a sundowner cruise, on the lookout for animals coming down to drink or the many hippo that often pop up to welcome us. <\/body>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Nehimba Lodge \/ Hwange National Park","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<body>After touring the falls, we fly by to the Giraffe Springs airstrip and head to dreamy Nehimba Lodge, surrounded by rock outcrops in northern Hwange's mopane woodland and sand river environment. Our chalets encircle a waterhole beloved by throngs of elephant—we'll see the “ellies” right from the dining deck during meals—it's a thrilling sight!<\/body><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>\n","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Hwange National Park \/ Bomani Tented Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body>A private open-air railway car called The Elephant Express brings us to Hwange. At 5,657 square miles, Hwange has a level of biodiversity matched only by the Serengeti in Tanzania. Elephants in Hwange actually outnumber visitors! On game drives and game walks at Camelthorn, expect great sightings of lion, zebra, giraffe, and the local cheetah duo known as the \"Bomani brothers.\" On a village visit, we walk to school with the local children—and see how we do at learning Ndebele, their \"click\" language. We'll visit the rhino sanctuary built on village land and guarded by the village conservation team. WT is proud to have helped sponsor this community-led project.<\/body>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Victoria Falls River Lodge \/ Zambezi National Park","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body>In Zambezi National Park, our riverside camp positions us for canoeing along the Siansimba Islands and a private Zambezi cruise at sunset as crimson colors reflect off the tranquil waters. 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Overview
Discover the secret season of safari—an extraordinary time when the bush is emerald green with recent rains, the wildlife abundant with dramatic predator-prey activity due to the recent calving season, the light is absolutely magical for photography, and yet there are remarkably few other travelers! Victoria Falls adds to the drama, with the mighty Zambezi River flowing at its fullest and the towering plumes of the Falls visible up to 30 miles away. We love the “secret” season, when the grasslands are lush and brimming with foals, calves, and cubs—all of which attract an abundance of predators, from painted dogs to leopards and lions. We've created a wonderfully active adventure for you at this special time with our expert naturalist leader—Zim guides are the most highly trained in all of Africa. You'll set out game viewing by open-sided vehicle and vintage open-air rail car, have thrillingly spontaneous game walks when wildlife is spotted, canoe on the Zambezi, and observe elephants close-up from a special “look up” hide. And, you experience all this at a significant savings of more than $1,000 per person compared with high season safaris, as well as notable savings on airfare. Join us for Zimbabwe's green season and enjoy the safari of a lifetime.
Arrive: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Depart: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Highlights
- Lush green landscapes, calving season, extraordinary light for photography
- Open vehicles, game walks, game drives, night drives—the freedom of safari in Zimbabwe!
- Beautiful tented camps and lodges with amazing access to wildlife
- Walk with rhinos in the rhino sanctuary
- Support the work of the best community conservation projects in the country
- Magnificent Victoria Falls, at its fullest in this season
Itinerary
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In Victoria Falls, we enjoy a Zimbabwean sunset aboard a sundowner cruise, on the lookout for animals coming down to drink or the many hippo that often pop up to welcome us.
After touring the falls, we fly by to the Giraffe Springs airstrip and head to dreamy Nehimba Lodge, surrounded by rock outcrops in northern Hwange's mopane woodland and sand river environment. Our chalets encircle a waterhole beloved by throngs of elephant—we'll see the “ellies” right from the dining deck during meals—it's a thrilling sight!
A private open-air railway car called The Elephant Express brings us to Hwange. At 5,657 square miles, Hwange has a level of biodiversity matched only by the Serengeti in Tanzania. Elephants in Hwange actually outnumber visitors! On game drives and game walks at Camelthorn, expect great sightings of lion, zebra, giraffe, and the local cheetah duo known as the "Bomani brothers." On a village visit, we walk to school with the local children—and see how we do at learning Ndebele, their "click" language. We'll visit the rhino sanctuary built on village land and guarded by the village conservation team. WT is proud to have helped sponsor this community-led project.
In Zambezi National Park, our riverside camp positions us for canoeing along the Siansimba Islands and a private Zambezi cruise at sunset as crimson colors reflect off the tranquil waters. Depart on Day 10 via Victoria Falls or join one of our extensions.
Dates & Pricing
Payment & Cancel Schedule
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Included
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations in luxury tented camps and lodges, and chalets
- All meals
- Local beer, wine, and spirits
- All transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Park fees
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or lodge staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Ilala Lodge
Day 1 (1 night)
The family-operated Ilala Lodge is a relaxing hotel with an ideal location just minutes from spectacular Victoria Falls. Perfectly manicured gardens and thatched roofs set the scene as you are welcomed into the open-air lobby. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. There is a pool if you wish to take a refreshing dip, or you can unwind on your patio. The award-winning Palm Restaurant is also located at the hotel, which offers views of the falls. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn.
Nehimba Lodge
Days 2-3 (2 nights)
Raised thatched tent chalets arcing around a watering hole make Nehimba Lodge a spectacular place to witness elephants and other animals drink and play in northern Hwange National Park. Whether you come during the green or dry season, Nehimba's location within the park offers fantastic opportunities to view a wide variety of birdlife like giant eagle owl, Burchell's sandgrouse, and red-billed francolin, and possibly see the famous elephant hunting lions that prowl this part of the park. Private, enclosed outdoor showers are attached to each chalet, and all have beautiful open-beam thatched ceilings and verandas overlooking the watering hole. For a refreshing dip, relax at the lodge's pool, and with luck, have an up-close encounter with elephants—they're known to come right up to the pool's edge!
Bomani Tented Lodge
Days 4-7 (4 nights)
Bomani offers nine spacious tents set on wooden decks overlooking the Ngamo Plain and the lodge's waterhole. All have private en suite bathrooms, hot running water, and electricity by diesel/solar generator. The main lodge overlooking Bomani Pan has an open-air dining room and bar built on a spectacular viewing platform. Bomani is community-based, helping support local schools and water projects, and the lodge's atmosphere achieves the perfect mix of luxury and “wildness.”
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Days 8-9 (2 nights)
Set on the banks of the Zambezi River near magnificent Victoria Falls is the elegant Victoria Falls River Lodge. This property is actually the first private game lodge to be built within the Zambezi National Park, and its legacy still stands as one of the best locations for nearby activities and game viewing. Friendly staff welcome you in the open-air lobby and guide you to one of the lodge's meticulously designed thatched tents that are spread around the property. The thatched tents are constructed of canvas, glass, and timber, and each suite extends out onto its own private deck with a plunge pool and uninterrupted views of the Zambezi.
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Trip Leaders
Vusa Ncube
View ProfileWhat the Trip is Like
This trip is Level 2+ (Easy to Moderate) according to our trip grading system. It can be enjoyed by anyone in reasonably good health. Optional game walks are available. While we do not see major elevation gain or loss, you need to be able to walk on uneven surfaces and feel comfortable on your feet for up to 2 hours a day.
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Average Walking Day
- 1-2 hours, total
- 1-2 miles, total
- Flat terrain
Generally, Zimbabwe has a mild climate because of its altitude (about 3,000 feet above sea level). In April, temperatures are comfortable (75°-85°F during the day, 45-55°F at night), but warm jackets and insulating layers are necessary on early morning game drives. We may experience occasional showers and muddy terrain, so a light rain jacket and shoes with good traction are also advisable.
Each of our safari lodges and camps has been meticulously designed to offer all comforts, a splash of luxury, and an exciting dash of African charm. On top of this, our locations have been carefully selected for two vital reasons; the local communities' dedication to our conservation partnership and their proximity to some of nature's most impressive wonders, from the famous Victoria Falls, to the mighty Zambezi River and Hwange National Park, famed for its thousands of elephants.
While on safari, breakfasts and evening meals are served at the lodge you are staying in. Lunches while traveling between destinations will be served picnic-style en route. Bottled water, soft drinks, juice, house wine, and beer are included throughout the trip. All vehicles are equipped with a fridge or cool box stocked with bottled water. Tea and coffee are offered by all accommodations free of charge with meals and at afternoon teatime.
On safari, there are long driving days over rugged dirt tracks, we can be in and out of the vehicles all day long, usually only driving approximately 2 hours at a time. We will be in a 7-seat open sided 4WD vehicle with a roof for sun protection. We sit 6 people max per vehicle to optimize everyone's view and provide wool blankets for early morning and evening game drives.
This is a truly unique safari in that we will be traveling by many different forms of transportation—we will take a vintage train car, a sunset boat cruise for 2 hours, and an optional canoe ride for 2 hours.
During drives and game walks, we can get quite close to wild animals at times. Being very quiet improves everybody's chances of observation. In the interest of safety, your Trip Leader explains limitations on movement while on game drives, on walks, and around camp. Incidents with wild animals are extremely rare on safaris, but no safari can guarantee immunity from such incidents. Wilderness Travel is not to be held responsible for incidents involving the behavior of wildlife.
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Raleigh, NC
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Trip Levels
With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
- Tuscany & the Cinque Terre
- Argentina: Hikes and Estancias of Patagonia
- Palau Snorkeling & Sea Kayaking
- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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This relaxing hotel has an ideal location just minutes from spectacular Victoria Falls. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. The early afternoon is free to settle into your room, have a swim, or unwind on your patio. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn. Later in the day, you will be transported to the banks of the Zambezi River to witness your first Zimbabwean sunset aboard a sundowner cruise (canapes and drinks included!). We'll float up the river, on the lookout for animals coming down to drink or the many hippo that often pop up to welcome us. After disembarking, the evening will be spent back at Ilala Lodge enjoying a Welcome Dinner. 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At Ngamo, we disembark and head to Bomani Tented Lodge, just a 15-minute drive away. Bomani's spacious tents are set around a very active waterhole within a private concession on the magnificent Ngamo Plains, the largest savanna grasslands in Hwange. The mix of grasslands and woodlands provides the perfect mosaic of habitats for the full spectrum of both grazing and browsing herbivores resident in Hwange and the carnivores that prey on them—lion, leopard, painted dog, cheetah, and hyena. This abundance of wildlife provides some of the best game viewing to be found anywhere in Zimbabwe. After settling in, we'll enjoy a festive dinner under the stars. 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We'll then have some free time to enjoy shopping and to take in the sights of this quaint little town before enjoying a delicious lunch at the famous Victoria Falls Hotel. The afternoon is free to relax on the colonial style veranda sipping a cold drink or at the beautiful pool at Batonka Lodge, or enjoy one of the many activities available in Victoria Falls, from bungee jumping to river rafting (at your expense). We can make arrangements for any other afternoon activities if you like (at additional cost). Dinner and overnight at Batonka Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Game Viewing on the Mfagazaan Pan","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After waking up to the sounds of the African bush and enjoying an early breakfast, we set out for a full day of game viewing. 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Our lodge here is also intentionally set on community land so that the benefits go directly to the community—not to distant government agencies—and so community members have an incentive to protect wildlife. We'll be welcomed warmly at the village, meeting the village leader, and as this is school holiday time, we'll even have a chance to bring some of the schoolchildren into the park on a game drive. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to learn about the wildlife and the unique ecosystem that is being protected by the park, and in turn, we'll have a chance to learn a few words of Ndebele, their tribal “click” language. It is a tremendous experience for all involved—the children, especially, love to practice their English and learn about different cultures. Our late afternoon game drive brings us to a specially built underground game-viewing blind at Stoffie's Pan, where we enjoy sundowners and snout-level viewing of elephants. This ingenious blind gives us incredible close-up views, and is furnished with comfortable seating and a bathroom. Tonight we head out on a night drive, looking for species that prowl the plains after twilight. Dinner and overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Rhino Sanctuary \/ Cobras Community Wildlife Protection Unit \/ Walking Safari","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After enjoying early morning tea and coffee on the deck of your tent, we'll visit the Rhino Sanctuary. Our partners in Zimbabwe, Imvelo Safari Lodges, are proud and excited to be spearheading the return of white rhino in Hwange under the auspices of the Community Rhino Conservation Initiative (CRCI). The CRCI concept is to establish a highly protected rhino sanctuary on community land bordering the park. We'll tour the sanctuary headquarters, meet some of the Community Wildlife Protection Scouts on duty today, and spend time with the rhino and the rangers who guard them 24\/7 (great photo opportunities!). We'll also join the Cobras Community Wildlife Protection Unit for a display of their prowess—a challenging physical fitness routine and a demonstration of their shooting skills. We'll hear a short talk describing the origins and ideas behind the formation of the Cobras unit, and their important role in the new rhino conservation project that was launched in June 2022 at the Imvelo Wildlife Sanctuary. After a rest back at Bomani and maybe a dip in the pool, we enjoy a late afternoon game walk led by our expert Zimbabwean guide. Every walk provides fascinating insights into Hwange's circle of life. We may see elephants shake the acacia trees to eat the nutritious pods, while on a smaller scale, dung beetles roll elephant dung containing acacia seeds into balls and bury then, thus making the acacia seed ready to germinate and grow into a new tree. Before sunset, we'll stop at a watering hole to watch sunset, then head back to the lodge to freshen up before dinner. Overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Elephant Express \/ Northern Hwange \/ Nehimba Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Waking up to birdsong, we set out for an early game walk, a great way to experience Hwange on foot and see the small details of the bush, such as birds' nests and game tracks. After a hearty brunch, we board the Elephant Express open-air rail car to game-watch our way across the plains, then continue by 4WD vehicle, stopping to see wildlife on our way to our next spectacular and very different lodge, Nehimba. Nehimba is set in a private 107-square-mile concession in northern Hwange. We'll have this lion-rich territory to ourselves as we explore its mopane woodland and sand river environment. Nehimba's raised, thatched chalets arc around a waterhole frequented by elephants and other wildlife, including buffalo and wild dog. Dinner is served on the deck, with elephants gathering just a few yards away from us. It is the most unique dining setting imaginable. 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Later, we head out for a 4WD game drive, followed by the safari tradition of “sundowner” drinks in a beautiful location at sunset. For our night game drive, our game spotters will bring out spotlights so we can look for nocturnal animals on the way back to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Bomani Tented Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Nehimba Seep \/ Nehimba Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today we head out for game drives and game walks to explore more of the northern reaches of Hwange, which is distinctly different from the southern area of the park in its topography, habitats, and species of wildlife. At the Nehimba Seep, an ancient source of water once used by San Bushmen, we'll stop for a tea break and wildlife viewing. Elephants still come here to dig for water and nourishing minerals in the soil. We'll head back to the lodge for lunch and a siesta or a swim in the pool (with elephants often sipping from the waterhole just yards away). Our late afternoon game drive ends with cool refreshments at sunset overlooking a famed waterhole. Dinner is back at the lodge, with an evening to relax around the campfire and discuss the day's events. Overnight at Nehimba Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":8,"Headline":"Victoria Falls \/ Zambezi National Park \/ Victoria Falls River Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After another thrilling walking safari in Hwange's wilderness, we fly to Victoria Falls and transfer to Zambezi National Park, whose northern border is formed by the Zambezi River. We arrive in the afternoon and settle in at Victoria Falls River Lodge, with its stunning setting on the banks of the river. Each spacious tent has river views and its own plunge pool on its private deck. Tonight's sundowners will be enjoyed on board our riverboat as we cruise along the Zambezi at sunset, watching for elephant, hippo, crocodile, and a great variety of birdlife as the sunset's gold and crimson hues reflect off the waters. 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On game drives and game walks at Camelthorn, expect great sightings of lion, zebra, giraffe, and the local cheetah duo known as the \"Bomani brothers.\" On a village visit, we walk to school with the local children—and see how we do at learning Ndebele, their \"click\" language. We'll visit the rhino sanctuary built on village land and guarded by the village conservation team. 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Refer to the Emergency Contact Information listed in this Final Bulletin.<\/p>","System_Valid_Passport":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-06-16T10:26:21 --><p><strong>VALID PASSPORT:<\/strong> Check that your passport is valid for at least six months from the last day of your trip, and that you have at least two blank pages for any necessary visa or entry and exit stamps.<\/p>","System_Insurance_Policy":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:36:23 --><p><strong>INSURANCE POLICY:<\/strong> If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan, you should have received an email confirmation of your policy. Please bring a digital or printed copy of this policy with you. If you cannot find your email confirmation, please contact Travelex's Customer Solutions team at 844-877-1885 or e-mail customersolutions@travclcxinsurancc.com. 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Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-13T09:24:57 --><p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. 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