Holidays to Victoria Falls & the Zambezi River
Zimbabwe’s most famous attraction, Victoria Falls, is every bit as impressive up close as its reputation suggests. One of the largest waterfalls in the world, its immense width and height is staggering from all angles, and its indigenous name ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ or ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ perfectly describes the sound and sight of the powerful waters and their clouds of spray. A hub for adventure activities, there’s no end of ways to get the adrenaline pumping here – bungee jumping from the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting on the choppy waters of the Zambezi, and helicopter flights high above the Falls’ mist are just a few of the memorable experiences available. Add diverse wildlife in the surrounding national park and a vibrant tourist town into the mix, and Victoria Falls certainly tops the list of must-see destinations.
Highlights at Victoria Falls
Have fun on thrilling adventure activities in the shadow of one of southern Africa’s most iconic natural wonders and discover diverse wildlife in this captivating destination.
An array of adrenaline activities
Adventurous travellers are sure to find something to excite them at Victoria Falls, where a variety of fun-filled activities are on offer. From thrilling watersports to high-flying adventures, memorable experiences will get the heart racing in breathtaking surroundings.
An array of adrenaline activities
Zambezi National Park
Zambezi National Park
With a northern border lined by the majestic Zambezi River, Zambezi National Park offers a unique beauty and the chance to explore by boat as well as on land. Visitors can search for elephants, lions, leopards and buffaloes as well as giraffes, zebra and a variety of other game in this untamed wilderness area just a short distance from the Falls.
The Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area
Striving to protect and nurture the wildlife and ecosystems of Southern Africa, the Zambezi TCFA is an innovative cross-border initiative. Home to two of Africa’s biggest tourist attractions, Victoria Falls and the Okavango Delta, as well as nearly 40 protected nature areas, the world’s largest transfrontier conservation area allows wildlife to roam freely between countries, following age-old migration routes. As a result, the region is home to the world’s largest transfrontier elephant population and provides critical habitat for endangered lion and wild dog populations.
Holidays to Mana Pools
An enduring favourite of visitors to southern Africa, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mana Pools National Park boasts diverse wildlife and exciting activities in an untamed wilderness setting. Inspiring scenery comes in the form of the winding Zambezi River running along the park’s border and vast floodplains punctuated with the four ox-bow lakes from which the park takes its name, where its huge variety of wildlife gathers. With much of the accommodation located on the riverbanks or by waterholes, visitors can enjoy unrivalled animal encounters from the comfort of their camp, as well as countless thrilling experiences further afield.
Highlights at Mana Pools
Explore Mana Pool’s enchanting landscape and enjoy immersive wildlife experiences in this wilderness gem.
Paradise for birdwatching
With over 380 bird species in the park and the Zambezi River attracting unique breeds, the birdwatching at Mana Pools is first-class. Birding hotspots and designated hides add to the chances of spotting some of the many exciting varieties.
Paradise for birdwatching
Incredible animal encounters on foot
Incredible animal encounters on foot
Mana Pools is famous for its thrilling walking safaris with a landscape that is ideal for exploring on foot, enabling exciting close encounters with the park’s wondrous wildlife. Having allowed walking safaris for many years, the animals in the park are used to seeing humans, and experienced guides have even built relationships with some of the species so they are able to get very close to them safely, a truly unique and immersive experience.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Designated as a World Heritage Site in 1984 in conjunction with the Sapi Safari Area and Chewore Safari Area, this international accolade is reflective of the park’s ‘pure wilderness and beauty’. Offering incredible biodiversity in a remote and unspoiled wilderness, visitors can enjoy one of the world’s wildest and best-preserved ecological areas.
Holidays to Hwange National Park
Renowned for incredible wildlife that includes the Big Five and one of the largest concentrations of wild dog in Africa, safari enthusiasts will be impressed by Zimbabwe’s oldest and largest national park. Minimal rainfall in the dry winter season and a fantastic network of manmade waterholes lure the park’s inhabitants out to congregate around the few water sources, where visitors can enjoy watching them in their natural habitat. Over 400 different types of birds add to the nature experience in the park and, with stunning landscapes and an acclaimed conservation programme to its name as well, Hwange National Park is an exciting addition to any luxury holiday in Zimbabwe.Highlights at Hwange National Park
It’s all about the wildlife in Hwange, so sit back and enjoy the show!
Zimbabwe’s largest national park
Coming in at nearly 15,000 square kilometres in size, approximately half the size of Belgium, Hwange National Park is one of Africa’s most extensive wildlife reserves. Its vast grounds support an incredible array of wildlife across a variety of habitats, making it one of Africa’s most exciting safari destinations.
Zimbabwe’s largest national park
An elephant sanctuary
Hwange’s large size and diverse habitats make it a haven for a significant elephant population. Vast herds roam across the park, while the many waterholes are the perfect place for visitors to observe these majestic mammals as they drink and bathe.
The Hwange National Park Game Census
Hwange National Park plays host to the longest continually running wildlife census in southern Africa and the initiative otherwise known as ‘the count’ is completely unique in that the majority of the people who take part are just ordinary people. Teams record the comings and goings of animals for 24 hours and this information is used by researchers to determine the changing populations in the park. A one-of-a-kind experience for anyone taking part, the wildlife encounters can be as thrilling as they get, whilst visitors also make an important contribution to ongoing animal conservation.
