10-Day Zimbabwe Safari | Mana Pools, Hwange & Livingstone
A 10-Day Zimbabwe Safari | Mana Pools, Hwange & Livingstone. This 10-day Zimbabwe safari covering Mana Pools, Hwange, and Livingstone/Victoria Falls offers a premier wildlife experience, blending riverine walking safaris, massive elephant herds, and scenic waterfalls. Typical itineraries include flying between destinations to maximize time, with highlights such as canoeing on the Zambezi and game drives in Hwange’s savanna.
In southern Africa, you and your loved ones are in for an unforgettable adventure. In the breathtaking African nations of Zimbabwe and Zambia, spend ten days on a safari experiencing three world-renowned national parks: Mana Pools, Hwange, and Mosi-oa-Tunya. Plus, as part of our Positive Impact project, we will donate two stationery packets to the pupils of Maunga Primary School for every booking of this itinerary.
Keep tabs on rhinos and elephants by foot. Enjoy game drives where you may get up close and personal with animals including buffalo, cheetahs, leopards, and hippos. Experience the thrill of a bungee jump from Victoria Falls Bridge one day and a serene sunset ride on the Zambezi River the next. While on this incredible vacation, there is an abundance of opportunities to learn about Africa.
This 10-Day Zimbabwe Safari | Mana Pools, Hwange & Livingstone is perfect for families with children of all ages because it covers a lot of ground and guarantees a memorable safari experience in two nearby countries. While the younger members of the family brave the Zambezi River currents in their kayaks, the adults can relax with a sundowner on the riverbank. After the sun goes down, gather the whole group for a guided nature walk or night drive.
A Detailed 10-Day Zimbabwe Safari | Mana Pools, Hwange & Livingstone
Days 1-4: Inspiring Views of the Zambezi River | 3 Nights
You may be in the heart of Mana Pools National Park after a 90-minute flight from Harare’s Robert Gabriel Mugabe Airport to the Mana Pools airstrip. You may reach Nyamatusi Camp, the starting point of your African safari, in about thirty minutes by car from that location. The Nyamatusi seasonal camp offers a prime vantage point over one of Africa’s few unspoiled borders, situated next to the meandering Zambezi River that nourishes the verdant environs. The camp is open from April to November.
Among the many animal species that inhabit the intricate ecosystem of Mana Pools are lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, and wildebeests. The animals at the camp get up to six months of solitude every year during the off season. Untamed animal natures emerge as a result, leading to bizarre, unfiltered interactions. Guided hikes, canoe safaris, and game drives are great ways to see wildlife. Fishing and birdwatching are two activities you may enjoy with less wild animals. An unforgettable experience is the elephant tracking that goes on all throughout the park.
Returning to Mana Pools main airstrip on day 4 will allow you to take a flight to your next destination, Manga Airstrip.
Days 4-7: Observe Elephants from the Comfort of Camp | 3 Nights
The second stop on your African safari, the eco-friendly and award-winning Somalisa Tented Camp, is a half-hour drive from Manga Airstrip.
The 2019 World Travel Awards recognised Somalisa as the top tented safari camp in Zimbabwe. The lodge is located near a watering hole where animals that traverse the plains often drink. The elephants that come back time and time again should be observed. Settle down on the terrace with a refreshing beverage in hand and watch as these docile giants sip in the setting sun.
Take a guided tour of Hwange National Park and experience its many wonders, including nocturnal drives, horseback riding, birdwatching, cultural village visits, and game drives. You are guaranteed to come within striking distance of the big cats in this game park, which is known for its abundance of elephants and buffalo as well as its lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
On the seventh day, leave Zimbabwe behind and head to Zambia, its stunning neighbour. The last leg of your African safari begins with a 45-minute flight from Manga Airstrip to Victoria Falls Airport.
Days 7-10: Track White Rhinos on Foot | 3 Nights
Greetings from Zambia! Thorntree River Lodge, one of the most opulent and modern lodges in the country, is a fifty-minute drive from Victoria Falls Airport. With its serene and beautiful vistas of the Zambezi River as it flows by and its proximity to the popular Victoria Falls (only 30 minutes away), this is the perfect spot to end your unforgettable journey.
While visiting Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, you can partake in a wide variety of African safari activities. You can fill your days with game drives, guided nature walks, kayaking, fishing, white rhino tracking, or learning about local traditions at Simonga Village. Take a moment to relax after an action-packed day on the river with sundowners on Thorntree’s own boat. Return to camp for a night of storytelling by the fire in the sunken boma or on the floating deck with river views. At the Ngwana Club, your children will learn about wildlife in a safe environment, so parents can rest.
Victoria Falls, the park’s namesake, is an essential part of any trip to Mosi-oa-Tunya (literally “The Smoke That Thunders”). Some of the things you can do include going on guided rainforest treks, bungee leaping from the Victoria Falls Bridge, and helicopter flips over the falls.
After a brief 20-minute trip on Day 10, you will depart from Thorntree and arrive at Livingstone’s Harry Mwanga Nkumbula Airport. The memories and experiences you make on safari will make sure that Africa stays with you long after you leave the continent.
End of the 10-Day Zimbabwe Safari | Mana Pools, Hwange & Livingstone