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9 days Classic Tour Extension
Embark on a journey that takes you from the untamed wilderness of Chobe and Hwange National Parks, into the mists of Victoria Falls - unforgettable experiences await in southern Africa’s perfect pairing.
Our Wonders of Botswana & Zimbabwe tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.
Discover the abundence of wildlife that calls the National Park home, whilst being surrounded by spectacular landscapes.
Journey into Zimbabwe, where you will find Hwange, a wildlife-packed national park. Hwange is one of the 10 largest parks in Africa and is home to the world's largest population of elephants.
Explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights - Most-oa-Tunya, 'the Smoke that Thunders', a stunning waterfall that boasts a 100 metre drop at Victoria Falls.
Sit back and relax as you take in ‘The Simunye Spirit of Africa’ show, a dynamic and vibrant performance showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Africa through a captivating blend of traditional music, dance, and storytelling, celebrating the continent’s unity and diversity.
At the heart of Chinotimba, Victoria Falls’ largest and oldest township, visit a home to meet local women and dine on food cooked the traditional Zimbabwean way. You’ll get a taste of local culture and discover Chinotimba’s soul while supporting women’s welfare and female empowerment.
Rise with the dawn to float serenely down the Chobe River. You’ll be surrounded by the birds and animals that call the river and its banks home; look out for elephants bathing, hippos wallowing in the shallows, giraffes and antelopes close by and even predators stopping for a drink.
On arrival in Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred to Chobe where you will have the rest of the day to relax before dinner.
Spend the morning cruising on the peaceful Chobe River, a wonderful way to see the abundance of birds and animals that live in and around the water. Look out for elephants, hippos, giraffes and antelope, to name just a few. Back on dry land, head back to your lodge, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy some relaxation time before another safari adventure into the wilderness of Chobe National Park.
Venture back into the glorious Chobe National Park. Named for the Chobe River, which forms its northern boundary, the river waters attracts plentiful wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles,vast herds of elephants and so much more. This, and its spectacular landscapes make it one of Africa’s most iconic national parks. Enjoy unforgettable adventures today on morning and afternoon guided game drives.
Bid farewell to Chobe and cross over the border into Zimbabwe to discover another wildlife-packed national park, Hwange. One of the 10 largest parks in Africa, Hwange is teeming with extraordinary animals. It is particularly known for being home to the world’s largest population of elephants but also shelters over 100 other species of animals, and over 400 species of birds, including the carmine bee-eater and southern ground hornbill. You’ll arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure to prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.
Today will be spent amongst the vast wilds of Hwange National Park on epic morning and afternoon game drives, spotting creatures that include lions, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs. Enjoy the facilities your lodge has to offer during the leisure time between game drives.
Savour your final safari of the trip, ticking off those last few incredible birds and animals from Hwange’s diverse range of habitats. Hit the road back to Victoria Falls where the rest of the day is at your leisure.
Wander pathways through lush rainforest to reach a lookout point. Before you, will be one of the world’s most aweinspiring sights - Most-oa-Tunya, ‘the Smoke that Thunders’, Victoria Falls. Enjoy lunch at the iconic Lookout Café, which boasts glorious views of the Batoka Gorge. The afternoon is at leisure before a magical evening show, featuring local professional artists in an intimate 195-seat open-air theatre.
Start the day with a warm welcome in the township of Chinotimba, where you’ll visit a local woman who will give you a taste of traditional Zimbabwean life and a delicious lunch of traditional Zimbabwean foods too. This afternoon enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi river as you take in the breathtaking scenery and a magnificent sunset. Dinner tonight is a lively, cultural experience set in an open-air, thatched boma. The evening is filled with drumming, dance performances, and storytelling.
Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.
All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price unless a land only option is selected
We have a selection of dedicated departures for solo travellers. These departures feature a maximum group size of 18 and exclusive benefits including a single room throughout your tour, complimentary return airport transfers (within 50km radius of major Australian airports) and a cocktail on arrival at your destination. Travellers from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne also receive a complimentary Australian airport lounge pass for use prior to departure.
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All of our tours offer a single room supplement, which means you’ll have a room to yourself throughout your chosen tour. Continue the check-out process for the applicable supplement.
On most tours, you can choose our 'Happy to Share' option, which may enable you to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance.
If you are booking on a Dedicated Solo departure, a single room is already included in the price and there are no additional single supplements to pay.
With our flight inclusive option, we'll do the planning for you and meet you on arrival.
We include airport pickup upon arrival at your destination and drop off at the end of your tour (on the scheduled tour arrival and departure days) and when booking pre or post tour accommodation with us.
We partner with established and reputable airlines for your international flights.
We can assist with upgrading your seat to premium or business class for an additional cost.
Our team will work with you to choose your ideal routing and if we make changes to your tour itinerary that impact flights, we’ll rebook them for you.
Our On-Tour Support Team is available to provide advice about how to handle flight changes.
