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.
Day | Accommodation | Destination | Basis | Duration |
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Day 1 | The Elephant Camp | Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) | FI | 2 Nights |
Day 3 | Old Drift Lodge | Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) | FI | 2 Nights |
Key
FI: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
Day 1: The Elephant Camp, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Arrive in Victoria Falls and transfer to lodge.
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.
Overnight: The Elephant Camp View
Experience an unparalleled safari adventure at The Elephant Camp, rated one of the best lodges in Zimbabwe. Situated on 4500 acres of private wilderness, this lodge offers more than just a destination; it's an immersive encounter with nature and culture, coupled with enlightening conservation excursions.
The lodge's main deck provides a breathtaking view of the Batoka Gorge and the Victoria Falls mist in the skyline. The lodge's interior exudes elegance, and each suite is strategically positioned to offer the best views of the surrounding landscape, providing guests with an atmosphere of tranquillity and stillness.
The Elephant Camp takes luxury camping to the next level, with private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and a sunken firepit for an unforgettable experience. Guests can explore the hidden gems and must-see attractions of Victoria Falls through the lodge's exciting range of adventures, which are included in their stay.
With a mere twenty-minute transfer from the lodge to Victoria Falls, guests have the freedom to create their own bespoke experience by balancing the exclusivity of the bush and the excitement of Africa's Adventure Capital. The Elephant Camp promises a safari experience that goes beyond the ordinary.
Basis: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Day 2: The Elephant Camp, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Enjoy the variety of activities on offer at the lodge during the day and in the evening enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.
Activities
- Walking Safaris - Nature & Birding Walks
- A Village Tour
- Victoria Falls Canopy Tour
- Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge
- Elephant Conservation Experience
- A Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi Royal (Excluding River Usage Fees)
- Morning or Evening Game Drives
- Spa Treatments (Optional Extra)
Walking Safaris - Nature & Birding Walks
Walking at a comfortable pace allows you to experience nature more consciously, and guides will reveal the hidden gems you may have never noticed. There is no vehicle, no noise and no distractions.
Every detail dotted around the landscape forms part of a story, read with an expert eye by your professional guide. Broken branches and bird calls weave together a narrative and draw a map of animal movements across the rugged landscape. The birdlife at The Elephant Camp offers visitors an entirely new frontier in wilderness engagement, with over 420 bird species on the concession. Zebra, impala, sable, wildebeest, kudu and warthogs have also made the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary their home and curiously survey you as a guest exploring their world.
A Village Tour
Travelling is one of the ways we write the story of our lives. It is also one of the best ways to hear stories of other cultures, beliefs and people. The Village Tour digs beneath the surface of Victoria Falls' and celebrates cultural diversity. The Village Chief will take guests around a nearby rural village, explaining the local customs, traditions and lifestyles. The Village Tour empowers the local community to share their heritage with visitors, and the experience gives guests an insightful understanding of the local culture.
Victoria Falls Canopy Tour
The Canopy Tour is a fantastic family-friendly adventure that consists of a network of slides, trails and rope bridge walkways within the Batoka Gorge. The activity and offers incredible views of Zambezi rapids, Victoria Falls Bridge & the spray of the Falls. Located next to the Wild Horizons Lookout Café, the guided two-hour tour reveals a unique birds-eye view of one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge
Indulge in a selection of cocktails and canapes on the rim of the Batoka Gorge, where the Zambezi Rapids rage 120 meters below. This hidden gem is the perfect place to enjoy a sundowner and is exclusively for guests staying at The Elephant Camp.
Elephant Conservation Experience
The Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage was established as a safe haven for orphaned and injured elephants after culling operations in the 1980s. The resident herds roam freely through the wilderness concession, and when guests visit the Sanctuary, they are taken to the elephant, not the other way around. The Elephant Encounter is best described as an experience and not an activity. Our goal is to have visitors spend time connecting with resident herds in the most positive and natural way possible while learning about this keystone species and gaining a deeper understanding of conservation initiatives.
In an open thatch boma on the edge of the Masuwe River in the Sanctuary, guests will listen to a presentation by one of our experienced elephant caretakers. They will learn about the history of the Sanctuary, the elephants, and the rescue-rehabilitate-reintegrate program. Then, guests venture out to where the herd has chosen to spend the afternoon. They are invited to take photographs, observe and immersive themselves in the experience.
A Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi Royal (Excluding River Usage Fees)
The Zambezi River Sunset Cruise is one of the most popular activities in Victoria Falls. Typically lasting around two hours, the luxury Zambezi Royal cruise explores sections of the upper Zambezi close to the Victoria Falls and further upstream where the Zambezi and Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Parks flank the river. Guests can look forward to 5-star service, hot & cold canapés, creative cocktails and a selection of beverages. The cruise captain will give a brief presentation on the journey of the Zambezi while guests enjoy the stunning scenery on the upper Zambezi River.
Morning or Evening Game Drives
Embarking on a game drive embodies the essence of a safari adventure. As the seasons transition from summer rains to winter chill, the wilderness and animal behavior evolve. Yet amidst this change, one constant remains: the chance to forge a profound and genuine bond with the natural world.
Led by expert, enthusiastic, and well-informed Guides, game drives at The Elephant Camp take place during the early mornings or the late afternoons when wildlife is most active during the day.
Spa Treatments (Optional Extra)
Selected Spa Treatments are available in the privacy of your suite (subject to availability, on request at an additional charge).
Basis: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Day 3: Old Drift Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Transfer to Victoria Falls town for a guided tour of the Falls, a scenic helicopter flight over the Falls and lunch at Lookout Cafe, before being transferred to your next lodge situated on the banks of the Mighty Zambezi River.
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
As previously described
Activities
- Guided Tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe (Excluding Rainforest Entry Fees)
- Lunch at the Lookout Cafe - Including drinks
- Wild Horizons Helicopter Flight (13 min)
Guided Tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe (Excluding Rainforest Entry Fees)
A guided tour of “the Victoria Falls”, situated merely 7km from Old Drift Lodge, is included in the nightly rate, but excludes park fees, which are payable direct. This excursion can be booked in conjunction with a lunch at the Lookout Café.
Africa has an air of romance that sets her apart from anywhere else in the world. However, it is upon stepping into the Victoria Falls rainforest that guests are truly swept off their feet. There is no finer ambience than the gentle roar of the waterfall. The trees grow so closely together that their branches entwine, and their soft, wet drip across the stone path that weaves through this natural wonder. Submerge yourself in the fragrance of the fauna and the playful fauna in this enchanting and awe-inspiring space. A guided tour is included in the nightly rate, excluding park fees. Satisfy your wanderlust by visiting the more beautiful of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Lunch at the Lookout Cafe - Including drinks
Guests have the option to enjoy a lunch at the Lookout Café, inclusive of drinks.
This can be booked in conjunction with the Tour of the Falls or for the adrenalin lovers, after they have taken part in any of the high wire activities that take place at the “Lookout”.
Wild Horizons Helicopter Flight (13 min)
The 13 minute and 28 minute flights depart regularly throughout the day and offer spectacular photographic opportunities. Guests are collected from their hotels 30 minutes prior to their flight departure time and are given a safety talk on arrival at the Helipad, near the Elephant Hills Inter-Continental Hotel. After take-off on the 13 minute Flight of Angels, the helicopter turns out towards the Victoria Falls.
The pilot will fly circuits over The Falls in both directions giving guests the best viewing and photographic opportunities. A trip up river and back over the Zambezi National Park completes your flight.
Overnight: Old Drift Lodge
Escape to the ultimate luxury retreat at Old Drift Lodge, a haven nestled in the heart of the Zambezi National Park, just upstream from the world-renowned Victoria Falls. Set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, the lodge offers a pristine wilderness that spans over 56,000 hectares of natural beauty, teeming with an abundance of wildlife. Whether it’s a game drive, river cruise, or a guided walking safari, guests can explore the park by road, river, or on foot.
Boasting a prime location only 4.5 kilometers from the town of Victoria Falls, Old Drift Lodge offers 10 double suites and 4 family suites, each uniquely designed with stylish furnishings that blend in perfectly with the natural environment. The spacious canvas en-suite rooms offer the perfect blend of modern luxury and authentic safari charm, featuring a private lounge, viewing deck, indoor and outdoor showers, plunge pool, and an outdoor bath with uninterrupted views of the Zambezi.
The main lodge area offers breathtaking 360-degree views, with the north facing onto the Zambezi and the south onto a waterhole, showcasing the lodge’s pristine natural surroundings. Old Drift Lodge is the perfect retreat for those seeking a luxurious safari experience while immersing themselves in the beauty of nature.
Basis: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
Day 4: Old Drift Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Enjoy the variety of activities on offer at the lodge.
Activities
- Morning or Afternoon Game Drive
- Morning or Afternoon River Safari
- Walking Safaris
Morning or Afternoon Game Drive
Morning and afternoon game drives in 4 x 4 game viewing vehicles will take you along the Zambezi River through the Zambezi National Park. Game that can be seen include elephants, buffalo, kudu, giraffe, zebra, eland, impala, warthogs, lion, wild dog and on occasions, cheetah. Tea baskets and snacks will be taken on the morning drives and Sundowners and snacks on the afternoon game drives.
Morning or Afternoon River Safari
Old Drift has two luxury 10 seater pontoon boats which will be used for morning and afternoon river safaris. Drinks and snacks will be provided on both safaris.
Walking Safaris
Morning and afternoon walking safaris will take place along the river but also in the spring lines of Zambezi National Park. Guests will be accompanied by a Professional Guide. Please note that children U 16 years are not permitted on walking safaris.
Basis: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
Day 5: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for departure.
Basis: Bed and Breakfast
✅ All required airport and camp transfers (shared basis with other guests)
✅ All meals and local drinks at all 3 camps
✅ Conservation levies and National park fees
Elephant Camp included activities:
✅ Visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust (www.vicfallswildlifetrust.org)
✅ Elephant Conservation Experience
✅ Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge
✅ Morning / Afternoon Game drives in the Zambezi National Park
✅ Birding & Nature walks on the Wild Horizons Wildlife Sanctuary
✅ Lunch at the Lookout Cafe - Including drinks
✅ Village Tour
✅ Guided Tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe (Excluding Entry Fees)
✅ Victoria Falls Canopy Tour (Including Park Fees)
✅ Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi Royal (Including River Usage Fees)
Old Drift included activities:
✅ Morning or Afternoon Game drives in the Zambezi Nat Park
✅ Morning or Afternoon River Safaris
✅ Morning or Afternoon Guided Walking Safaris
✅ A Lunch at the Lookout Cafe Including drinks
✅ Guided Tour of the Falls Zimbabwe (Excluding Entry Fees)
Bonus activity included:
✅ 12-13 minute helicopter “Flight of Angels” over the Falls
❌ Premium Brand Drinks
❌ Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi Royal - River Usage Fees
❌ Spa Treatments at The Elephant Camp - available as an Optional Extra
❌ Rainforest Entry Fees
❌ Please note that children U 16 years are not permitted on walking safaris.
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.
Please note that children U 16 years are not permitted on walking safaris.
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