Experience Zimbabwe intensively safari, natural wonders & pure culture

DAY 1: BULAWAYO – MATOBO NATIONAL PARK

(approx. 50 km / approx. 1:00 hour driving time)

Upon arrival at Bulawayo Airport, you will be met by your local guide. The drive through the rural surroundings toward Matobo National Park offers an immediate first impression of authentic Zimbabwe. In the early afternoon, you will reach the impressively situated Big Cave Camp, which blends harmoniously into the surrounding granite boulders. After checking in and enjoying a light lunch, you will set off on a guided hike through the lodge's private concession area. Amidst bizarre rock formations, centuries-old fig trees, and open savanna, the beauty of Matobo reveals itself in a truly immersive way. In the evening, a stylish dinner with a panoramic view awaits—the perfect start to your Zimbabwe tour.

DAY 2: MATOBO NATIONAL PARK

Today is an intensive day in the UNESCO-protected Matobo National Park. After breakfast, you will head out with an experienced guide to track the rare white rhinoceros—a combination of a game drive and a walking safari that makes this activity particularly memorable. Back at the lodge, you can recharge with a relaxed lunch before diving into the spiritual and cultural dimensions of the park in the afternoon. You will visit impressive San rock art, marvel at the view from "World’s View," and finally stand at the grave of Cecil Rhodes, whose life story is closely linked to this region. The day ends with dinner at the lodge, filled with nature, history, and fascinating encounters.

DAY 3: MATOBO – EASTERN HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

(approx. 300 km / approx. 5:00 hours driving time)

After breakfast, your journey continues to the eastern part of Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest wildlife sanctuary. The route leads through open bushland, small villages, and dense dry forests until you reach Ivory Lodge in the early afternoon. The elevated chalets offer magnificent views of a frequently visited waterhole. After lunch, you will head out on your first game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle, accompanied by an experienced guide who will introduce you to the diversity of the local wildlife. In the evening, an atmospheric dinner awaits you at the camp—perhaps accompanied by the distant call of a hyena or the crackling of the nearby bush.

DAY 4: EASTERN HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

The day begins early with a morning game drive in an open vehicle. During the cool morning hours, many animals are particularly active: lions return from the hunt, elephants head to the waterholes, and antelopes graze in the first light of day. Those who wish can then take a guided bush walk—an intensive experience that adds new perspectives to the safari. After lunch, there is time to relax before heading back out into the bush in the afternoon. Perhaps you will encounter a herd of buffalo or watch baboons playing. The day ends in a relaxed atmosphere by the fire.

DAY 5: EASTERN HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

Today also features two safari activities—one in the morning and one in the afternoon. In between, you can enjoy the peace and hospitality of the camp. Each excursion tells a new story: perhaps you will encounter a herd of zebras in the backlight or spot one of the rare sable antelopes. The diversity of the landscape—from sandy paths to vast grasslands—makes every game drive unique. In the evening, listen to the sounds of the bush: quiet, vibrant, and full of stories.

DAY 6: HWANGE – VICTORIA FALLS

(approx. 180 km / approx. 4:00 hours driving time)

After a final breakfast at the safari camp, you will bid farewell to Hwange and head north. Victoria Falls is not only a geographical highlight but also an emotional one. Your accommodation, the Bayete Guest Lodge, is nestled in a tropical garden—a place of relaxation after the intensive days in the bush. The afternoon is at your leisure: perhaps enjoy a swim in the pool, read under the palm trees, or simply reflect on the impressions of the last few days. Dinner is on your own tonight, with numerous restaurants in Victoria Falls waiting to be explored.

DAY 7: VICTORIA FALLS

Today you will explore the famous Victoria Falls on your own. A walk along the various viewpoints offers impressive perspectives—depending on the season, you will experience thundering water, rising spray, or deep insights into the basalt gorge. For lunch, we recommend the Lookout Café, which offers a spectacular view of the Zambezi gorge. The afternoon is yours to enjoy: whether a helicopter flight, a boat trip, or relaxing hours at the lodge, you can shape the day to your liking. Dinner is not included and can be chosen individually.

DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM VICTORIA FALLS

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport. You will head home with impressions, experiences, and memories of a tour through Zimbabwe that combined nature, culture, and genuine encounters in a unique way. End of services.

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