Luxury Zimbabwe Safaris | Walking, Big Five & Victoria Falls
Private & Luxury Zimbabwe Safaris | Walking, Big Five & Victoria Falls for Luxury Travelers. Zimbabwe offers a truly unforgettable luxury safari experience. Plan a bespoke holiday with The Bespoke African Safari Co. and visit Zimbabwe’s most famous destinations.
A fish eagle soaring over the placid waters of Lake Kariba. The roar of a pride of lions as they go out for a night hunt. And the stink of elephants as they pass your car on the way to a watering hole. Every sense is stimulated by a safari in Zimbabwe. There is a strong chance of sighting the Big Five and a variety of other animals with the guidance of some of the best qualified guides in Africa. Our safari experts have been widely throughout the country and can tailor a vacation to your specific interests, including the kind of wildlife you hope to see.
Beyond a safari, a vacation to Zimbabwe gives you the option to explore Victoria Falls and take in the thundering water by boat or helicopter or on foot. Ancient rock art can be seen in Matobo National Park, and the Great Zimbabwe National Monument is a long-abandoned hill city with a rich history to be explored.
Southern Africa’s Hidden Gem:
Perhaps the most underrated African country is Zimbabwe. Imagine kayaking, hiking above Victoria Falls, and going on a safari by railcar—it’s the ideal combination of outdoor fun, wildlife viewing, and conservation. Get away from the madding crowds and into an elephant-populated area where you can go on bush walks, see wildlife up close from a clever subterranean look-up blind, and ride in a safari vehicle.
Zimbabwe offers premier African safaris focused on walking, canoeing, and big game viewing, particularly in Hwange and Mana Pools National Parks. Best from May to October, top experiences include visiting Victoria Falls, boating on Lake Kariba, and spotting wild dogs, elephants, and rhinos, with excellent, expert-guided tours providing immersive wildlife encounters.
“Zimbabwe: Country Profile”
Blessed with abundant sunshine, striking scenery and one of the most stunning waterfalls on earth, Zimbabwe’s natural beauty is world-famous.
Luxury Zimbabwe Safaris
The intriguing ruins of the city that gave the country its name, the roaring Victoria Falls, and the verdant and rocky Eastern Highlands all make Zimbabwe an excellent safari destination.
Hwange National Park is the most popular safari destination in Zimbabwe because of its vast herds of elephants (particularly during the dry season), abundance of big cats, and other wildlife.
Mana Pools National Park offers a more singular trip, which located on the southern bank of the Zambezi River below the Kariba Dam. It’s a great place to go on a boat safari and to roam among the wild animals.
Matusadona National Park, located on the shores of Lake Kariba, is also well worth seeing because it is home to one of Zimbabwe’s remaining populations of Black rhinos and herds of buffalo numbering in the thousands.
Luxury Zimbabwe Safaris
Expect a warm welcome and excellent hospitality from the inhabitants, who are determined and brimming with creativity, energy, and hope. Stop by a local market to see examples of traditional Shona soapstone carving, weaving, painting, and beadwork. Experience the spray of the incredible Victoria Falls for yourself. If you go over Zimbabwe, you’ll be missing out on a vital part of Africa’s history.
These itineraries are meant to inspire you by showcasing some of the paths that we’ve found work exceptionally well when exploring Zimbabwe.
On a luxury safari across Zimbabwe, you may see ancient monuments that are on the UNESCO World Heritage List, ride the Zambezi River with huge African elephants and hippos, and see Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Southeastern of Victoria Falls, the closest major city is Hwange, which is near Botswana and Zambia. With an area of 1.4 million hectares, Hwange National Park is the biggest natural reserve in Zimbabwe. It is home to more than 100 species of mammals and 400 varieties of birds. Animals such as lions, wild canines, impala, giraffes, and elephants call this place home. You can almost guarantee that you will see large herds of plains game, elephant, and buffalo at the waterholes if you schedule your trip for winter.
Amazing sunsets, fishing, boating, and water sports are just a few of Lake Kariba’s many attractions. The dam is the biggest man-made structure in Africa. If you’re looking for a place to unwind and recharge, this is the place for you.
Zimbabweans believe Matobo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to be their spiritual home. It safeguards the critically endangered black and white rhinos in addition to its world-famous granite scenery and symmetrical rock formations.
The first and longest-running national park in Zimbabwe is Nyanga. It is where you’ll find Mutarazi Falls, the tallest waterfall in Zimbabwe, and Mount Nyangani, the country’s highest peak. Definitely something you should include in your Africa trip plans!
Luxury Zimbabwe Safari Packages
Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari
Days: 9 | Nights: 8
A 9-day itinerary combining Botswana and Zimbabwe typically links the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, and Victoria Falls for a premier safari experience. Key highlights include mokoro (canoe) rides in the Delta, boating safaris among elephants in Chobe, and viewing the “Smoke that Thunders” in Zimbabwe.
Kruger, Victoria Falls & Okavango Delta
Days: 10 | Nights: 9
A 10-day itinerary combining Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls, and the Okavango Delta offers a premier Southern African safari, typically featuring high-end lodge stays and fly-in transfers. Highlights include big game viewing in South Africa, witnessing the falls in Zimbabwe/Zambia, and mokoro (canoe) safaris in Botswana’s Delta.
Rwanda & Zimbabwe Safari
Days: 12 | Nights: 11
A combined Rwanda and Zimbabwe safari offers a premium, diverse 12-day itinerary, pairing Rwanda’s high-altitude gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with Zimbabwe’s dramatic landscapes. Highlights include tracking mountain gorillas, visiting Kigali, experiencing Victoria Falls, and game driving in Mana Pools or Hwange National Park.
Luxury Victoria Falls Tours
Days: Any | Nights: Any
Victoria Falls tours offer breathtaking experiences, including guided walks of the falls, sunset Zambezi cruises, and helicopter flights (“Flight of Angels”). Situated between Zambia and Zimbabwe, top activities include visiting Devil’s Pool, bungee jumping, and safaris in Chobe National Park. Popular options include 2–4 day packages covering both sides of the falls.
South Africa, Botswana & Zimbabwe
Days: 13 | Nights: 12
A 13-day Southern Africa safari typically combines South Africa’s Cape Town and Kruger National Park, Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls, and Botswana’s Chobe National Park or Okavango Delta. This itinerary offers Big Five game drives, boat cruises on the Chobe River, and scenic city/coastal tours. Popular options include luxury lodge stays or, in some cases, adventurous overland journeys.
Victoria Falls, Chobe, Okavango & Makgadikgadi
Days: 11 | Nights: 10
An 11-day itinerary for Victoria Falls, Chobe, Okavango Delta, and Makgadikgadi Pans balances adventure and diverse ecosystems, often utilizing light aircraft transfers to maximize time in each location. The general structure involves starting at Victoria Falls and moving through northern Botswana, culminating in a departure from Maun.
Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari
Days: 5 | Nights: 4
A 5-day Victoria Falls and Chobe tour typically combines two nights in Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) with two nights in Chobe National Park (Botswana). Activities include guided waterfall tours, sunset cruises on the Zambezi and Chobe rivers, and game drives to see large elephant herds. Prices range from budget to luxury, often featuring airport transfers ans(cross-border) logistics.
9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe
Days: 9 | Nights: 8
An unforgettable African honeymoon or romantic getaway awaits you on this five-star safari through South Africa’s Kruger National Park and the uncharted Malilangwe region of Zimbabwe. Indulge in exquisite cuisine in opulent settings while you embark on an exclusive and tailored safari experience.
9-Day Zimbabwe Safari
Days: 9 | Nights: 8
Venture into Africa’s wild heart on this 9-Day Zimbabwe Safari, combining luxury accommodations with unforgettable wildlife sightings, and one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. Begin your adventure in the lush tropical gardens of Bayete Guest Lodge for a chance to visit Mosi-oa-Tunya (the ‘Smoke that Thunders’), Victoria Falls.
12-Day Zimbabwe Safari
Days: 12 | Nights: 11
A 12-day Zimbabwe safari typically offers an immersive, high-end experience covering the country’s top wildlife and scenic spots. Top itineraries often include the iconic Victoria Falls, vast elephant herds in Hwange National Park, and the pristine, water-based wilderness of Mana Pools or Lake Kariba/Matusadona.
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Zimbabwe Tourism
Almost everywhere in Zimbabwe, you can find interesting sights to see. Before the economic developments, majority of the tourism for these areas came to the Zimbabwean side but today Zambia benefits from the tourism. Hwange National Park is the largest of Zimbabwe’s eight national parks, but Victoria Falls National Park is a major draw for visitors for its own right. The Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Wonders of Nature, are located in Zimbabwe.