ZIMBABWE & BOTSWANA PACKAGE – 5-days at Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park Safari

Day 1: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Day Itinerary
When you arrive in Victoria Falls you will be met by a representative who will transfer you to your hotel where you will stay whilst in Victoria Falls.

In the later part of the afternoon you will be collected from your hotel and taken to your luxury sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most impressive waterfalls. It is set on the magnificent Zambezi River which creates the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. These spectacular falls can be easily visited and viewed from the Zimbabwean side. Considered to be the world’s widest waterfalls, Victoria Falls measures an impressive 1708 metres in width. The small town of Victoria Falls, which lies adjacent to the waterfalls, serves as a great base from which to explore the many attractions this area of Zimbabwe has to offer. The surrounding area provides a wide range of adrenalin-filled activities for adventure lovers. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities including: scenic flights, micro lighting, white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and once-in-a-lifetime expeditions into the incredible Chobe National Park.

Activities
- The Zambezi Explorer
- MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant
- Buffalo Bar

The Zambezi Explorer
Zambezi Explorer Cruise Company is an up-market cruise business in Victoria Falls. Our flagship vessel, The Zambezi Explorer is a three deck luxury vessel where guests can choose from an exciting range of beverages and cocktails as well as a selection of delicious snacks. Zambezi Reflections our "floating restaurant" offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner cruise options. Our standard cruise products are supported by our intimate Kalunda boat which is perfect for small parties up to 6 or for tour groups or series Ma Robert can take a max of 60 guests. We offer unique river cruise experiences on the Zambezi river. For riverside functions, our jetty Explorer’s jetty is the perfect venue for weddings, gala dinners and private functions.

MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant
The award-winning MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is not to be missed. The restaurant is widely-known for its impeccable service, exquisite meals and fine selection of South African wines.

The restaurant is decorated with an African safari flair and just the right atmosphere in which to relax and relive the day’s animal sightings.

The international a la carte menu also includes popular dishes with a local flair like Warthog Fillet and Impala Loin as well as Kudu fillets, and for the more adventurous, smoked crocodile pasta. Meals are all beautifully prepared with only the freshest ingredients.

The split-level restaurant overlooks the lodge’s on-site watering hole that is often frequented by buffalo, elephant, warthog, antelope and colourful birdlife - the views alone guarantee a memorable meal. The view over the African bush at sunset is one not to be forgotten.

As the restaurant is very popular bookings are essential.

MaKuwa-Kuwa is open every day for breakfast (06h30- 10h00), lunch (12h30 - 14h00) and dinner (19h00 - 22h00). The dress code is smart-casual. Summer evenings are warm, so light clothing is ideal, but winter evenings (June - August) can be chilly, so patrons are advised to bring a warm layer or two.

Dinner guests are encouraged to be seated by 19h30 to enjoy MaKuwa-Kuwa’s resident acapella group’s beautiful African songs.

MaKuwa-Kuwa is also available for private parties of no more than 100 guests, provided that most of the guests are resident at either the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls Safari Club, Victoria Falls Safari Suites or Lokuthula Lodges. All bookings for private parties can be done through the functions manager or reservation office.

Buffalo Bar
Bask in the last few rays of sun from the Buffalo Bar balcony, as you watch the animals at the waterhole from your barstool.
Situated below the MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant at the award-winning Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, the open- plan Buffalo Bar is the perfect spot to unwind after a fun-filled day with a sundowner.

Like the waterhole itself, Buffalo Bar is the central hub of the area, with guests enjoying themselves all throughout the day and the evening. Enjoy cocktails here before going to dine at the Makuwa-Kuwa Restaurant upstairs, and come back down after dinner for drinks in the warm, convivial environment. The bar is also a convenient place to grab a light lunch in between your scheduled activities. Choose from a variety of salads, sandwiches and pasta dishes. Top beer brand Heineken named Buffalo Bar one of the Great Bars of the World, and as well as the magnificent views of the Zambezi River and pristine bushveld, you will find the staff to be warm, hospitable and professional. Buffalo Bar also has a wide drinks selection and fantastic house specialties and cocktails.

Overnight: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Built on a plateau overlooking the Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge is just 4km from the majestic Victoria Falls and offers a unique wildlife experience.

We’re proud to have been voted Best Safari Lodge/ Resort Hotel in Zimbabwe for 23 consecutive years and look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful destination. Our staff are warm and personable, and will ensure your holiday is hassle-free.

Built of thatch and timber, the lodge rises several levels, giving the impression of a vast open-plan tree house. Our rooms all have private balconies, most of which overlook a central waterhole, offering the opportunity to observe herds of buffalo, elephant and kudu, as the sun goes down, and hyenas later in the evening.

Dining
Dining options include the a la carte MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant, the more casual Buffalo Bar and The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show. The Boma Café, set in a tranquil garden setting and located close to the Lokuthula Lodges, offers breakfast and light meals until 4.30pm.

Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Day 2: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Day Itinerary
This morning you will enjoy a guided tour of the Victoria Falls, after which the rest of the day is free for optional activities.

This evening enjoy dinner at the popular Boma Restaurant.

Activities
- Guided Tour Of The Falls ( Morning - Afternoon)
- Vulture Culture Experience
- The Boma - Dinner & Drum Show

Guided Tour Of The Falls ( Morning - Afternoon)
Full duration of the tour is approx 2 hours 30 minutes including all transfers
Pickup times run from: 08H00 - 15H30

Vulture Culture Experience
All guests at the resort, as well as visitors to the Lodge are invited to enjoy this daily educational activity affectionately referred to as the ‘Vulture Culture’ experience.

This program is for guests at the resort, as well as visitors. It focuses on the ecological importance of raptors and scavengers in order to maintain and to build an overall awareness of conservations issues these birds face. By educating about the feeding habits and conservation of vultures, we are not only creating awareness of the conservations issues that faces these birds, but benefiting their living environment within the area.

The experience occurs daily at 1300hrs in front of the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, and lasts approximately 30 minutes.

The activity is great for photography and bird identification, and to date is thoroughly enjoyed by guests and visitors.

At 1245hrs, our resident guide gathers the guests sitting at the Buffalo Bar to join him to head to down to the feeding area. Carcasses from The Boma dinner the previous night are thrown out to attract circling vultures. This is an amazing experience as there is activity in the sky at 1245hrs and by 1300hrs – it is heaving with over 100 vultures and other birds of prey.

The Boma - Dinner & Drum Show
When you’re planning the itinerary for your Victoria Falls holiday be sure to include an advance reservation at the often fully-booked restaurant, The Boma - Dinner & Drum Show.

From the moment guests arrive at seven o’clock, they are immersed in the vibrant atmosphere. Tantalising aromas of local dishes and game meat on the barbeque fill the restaurant, which is partially open to the surrounding forest and the night skies. Staff members are warm and hospitable, offering traditional delicacies to guests as they enjoy the warm African evening.

The starter menu is influenced by local ingredients and offers a unique selection of dishes, including Nyimo Beans, groundnuts, Kariba Bream (Tilapia) with smoked crocodile, and deep-fried Kapenta (Tanganyika sardines from Kariba).

The Boma specialises in traditional African food, and the main course buffet offers mouth-watering grilled ostrich, buffalo curry, suckling pig on the spit, guinea fowl, game stew, kudu steak and even warthog fillet! There are also good vegetarian options, with bush and garden vegetables galore. There is something for everyone. If you are brave, you can try out a dried Mopane Worm on offer, and don’t forget to claim your certificate as proof.

Diners are treated to outstanding performances by traditional singers and dancers, and thrilled by a dramatic medicine man who will throw bones for you and tell your fortune. There is also traditional storyteller who entertains guests with folklore tales.

The food is cooked and served in the style and quantity of a lavish feast, including irresistible desserts, so prepare to eat your fill! If you’ve overindulged, though, don’t worry – you can work it off in the energetic drumming circle that starts at nine o’clock, which usually turns into an even more energetic dance party. If that isn’t your cup of tea, the restaurant also has a lively bar, and a relaxed lounge area for you to while away the rest of your evening chatting away.

Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Day 3: Chobe Safari Lodge, Kasane

Day Itinerary
Transfer from Victoria Falls across the Zimbabwean border and into Botswana to your lodge on te banks of the Chobe River.

In the evening enjoy a river safari.

Kasane
Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Botswana, on the banks of the famous Chobe River, the scenic little town of Kasane rests on the doorstep of the spectacular Chobe National Park. There are no boundary fences separating the village from the park and game such as elephant and hippo are often spotted roaming around the town. If on the lookout for elusive game, pay a visit to the Sedudu Valley Road, where large dead trees provide temporary homes for leopards. Within Kasane, an ancient baobab tree stands on display, once serving as a local prison. Visitors can look forward to a multitude of activities including: enjoying a game drive through the park, taking a sunset cruise down the Chobe River, visiting a local village or jumping on a day trip to the breathtaking Victoria Falls.

Overnight: Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe Safari Lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Chobe Safari Lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi.

The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with Chobe Safari Lodge. The lodge has been recently renovated; matching a magical lodge experience to the spectacular game viewing.

Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Day 4: Chobe Safari Lodge, Kasane

Day Itinerary
Morning game drive in the Chobe National Park and evening sunset river safari on the Chobe River.

Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Day 5: End of Itinerary

Day Itinerary
Transfer to Kasane Airport for departure.

✅ 4 nights’ accommodation with breakfast daily
✅ Dinner & Vulture Culture Lunch at MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant
✅ Dinner at The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show
✅ All meals at Chobe Safari Lodge
✅ Airport transfers & transfer from Victoria Falls to Chobe
✅ Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls
✅ Sunset Cruise (luxury deck - Zambezi Explorer)
✅ Complimentary shuttle service between lodge & Victoria Falls town
✅ 2x Chobe River Boat Safaris & 2x Chobe National Park Game Drives

Ts & Cs Apply. Prices are correct at time of publishing. Prices are per person sharing, subject to change, currency fluctuations and availability. Price valid for dates as specified. E&OE.