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 | Ilala Lodge Hotel | Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) | B&B | 2 Nights |
Day 3 | The Hide | Hwange National Park | FB+ | 3 Nights |
Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 1: Ilala Lodge Hotel, 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. Your hotel is the closest in the town to the 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.
Overnight: Ilala Lodge Hotel
Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located only 8 minutes away from the spectacular Victoria Falls, making it geographically the closest hotel to the waterfall on the Zimbabwean side. As a family-run hotel, Ilala Lodge has 73 stylish, well-appointed rooms, that offer the ultimate in comfort and luxury. The hotel’s location affords guests unique views of the mist that rises from the mighty waterfall, known as the ‘smoke that thunders
Experience gourmet dining at Ilala Lodge Hotels' top-rated Cassia Restaurant. Centrally located only minutes away from Victoria Falls, the newly-renamed restaurant offers a delicious breakfast buffet, lunch and al fresco evening dining under the starry African sky.
Relive the historical journey embarked by David Livingstone exploring the mighty Zambezi River aboard the Ra-Ikane fleet. Named after his instrumental guide, the boats represent the grace of a bygone era honouring the rich history of Victoria Falls and its explorers, adventurers and heroes. The Ra-Ikane offers a variety of cruises, including birdwatching, breakfast, lunch and sunset, as well as private charters.
Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 2: Ilala Lodge Hotel, 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.
Basis: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 3: The Hide, Hwange National Park
Day Itinerary
Transfer from Victoria Falls to your camp in the Hwange National Park. Enjoy an afternoon safari activity.
Hwange National Park
Situated in western Zimbabwe, the Hwange National Park is the country's biggest reserve, home to a profusion of wildlife, including giraffe, lion, zebra and approximately 40 000 elephants. It provides a sanctuary for all the country’s endangered species, including a population of wild dogs thought to be among the most sizeable surviving groups on the continent. The park’s magnificent terrain ranges from desert dunes, savannah lands and mopane woodlands to rocky outcrops and sparse forests. Visitors can look forward to game drives, guided walks or horse riding safaris. Other highlights include: the Bumbusi National Monument and the Nyamandhlovu Pan.
Overnight: The Hide
Located in a prime position in Hwange National Park, The Hide offers a life-enriching safari experience for its guests, from its fantastic game viewing right on your doorstep, to a variety of daily activities to suit everyone and the warm and welcoming staff, who make you feel like family from the minute you arrive.
Guests are accommodated in 10 beautifully-furnished deluxe tents, all boasting en-suite bathrooms and private verandas overlooking the busy waterhole. As well as 2 exclusive use options for private groups or families. Keep your binoculars on hand, as elephant, lion and buffalo can often be seen satisfying their thirst.
Adventures include day and night game drives, guided bush walks and exceptional game viewing in the seclusion of the camp’s unique underground hides. For those who are a little more adventurous, The Dove’s Nest Treehouse is available at no extra charge. Located 10 minutes away from camp, this rustic gem sleep out has the perfect vantage point from which to view wildlife safely, quietly.
After an exhilarating day of game viewing, guests can retreat to the cool refuge of the camp’s swimming pool and can enjoy delectable meals savoured al fresco or in the elegant dining room.
Basis: Bed and Breakfast
Day 4: The Hide, Hwange National Park
Day Itinerary
Full day on safari in Hwange National Park.
Basis: Bed and Breakfast
Day 5: The Hide, Hwange National Park
Day Itinerary
Full day on safari in Hwange National Park.
Basis: Bed and Breakfast
Day 6: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
Final morning safari activity before your transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for departure.
Basis: Bed and Breakfast
✅ 5 nights’ accommodation with breakfast daily
✅ All meals & local drinks at The Hide
✅ Airport transfer in Victoria Falls
✅ Return transfers between Victoria Falls & Hwange National Park
✅ Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls
✅ Luxury Zambezi Sunset Cruise
✅ Morning, afternoon & night game drives & bush walks in Hwange
✅ Hwange Park & Conservation fees
❌ Optional Extra Activities
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