Top Zimbabwe Day Trips - page 3

Traverse through the incredible wildlife of Zimbabwe with this private full day tour of Chobe National Park. Leave from your hotel and board a luxury game viewing jeep to admire animals including lions, buffaloes, elephants, and impalas. Learn about their lifestyle from your educational guide, before enjoying lunch at the Old House Restaurant. Finish with a boat safari along the Chobe River.

The Great Zimbabwe National Monument is a must-do for anyone visiting Harare. This cultural landmark was once the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe during the late Iron Age. Join a private guide for a tour of the ruins including the Hill complex, Conical Tower, Great Enclosure, and Shona village. Learn about Zimbabwe’s monarchical history and learn how the city was built without mortar.

PREMIUM RHINO TRACKING & CULTURAL SAFARI: Full-Day Matobo Experience Track endangered white rhinos ON FOOT in Matobo's UNESCO wilderness—close enough to hear their breath! Our elite trackers ensure safe, intimate encounters unavailable elsewhere in Zimbabwe. HIGHLIGHTS: - Expert-guided rhino tracking with guaranteed sightings - Ancient San Bushman paintings (13,000+ years old) in hidden caves - Cecil Rhodes' grave at iconic World's View with panoramic vistas - Two-course gourmet lunch at our lodge with full bar service Unlike operators offering basic boxed meals, we provide a luxury midday retreat overlooking prehistoric landscapes. Our 4x4 vehicles ensure easy transit between sites with maximum wildlife viewing. Departure: 8:30AM from Bulawayo hotels (returns 5:30PM) Suitable for: Ages 12+ Group size: Maximum 10 guests per vehicle This safari balances heart-pounding wildlife encounters with premium comfort—creating unforgettable African memories.

Visit one of Africa’s most abundant national parks when you take a tour to Chobe in Botswana. Join a small group and head to the park that is known for its large population of elephants—roughly 85,000—and lions. Start off with a game drive to see bush animals, then, after lunch, take a sunset cruise on the Chobe River to observe even more species.

Experience the thrill of camping out under the stars in Hwange National Park, the largest natural game reserve in Zimbabwe. See elephants, giraffe, zebra, hippos, lions, and more, relaxed in the natural habitat of the reserve, and from a safe distance. Learn about the animals and birds you spot, and about the important work that game reserves such as Hwange do to protect them.

See the best of Botswana’s wild animals by land and by sea on this safari tour to Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls. Opportunities to spot animals such as lions, elephants, and hyenas in their natural habitat more than justifies the journey, while all-inclusive transportation and lunch makes the trip as comfortable as it is convenient.

Explore Victoria Falls—one of the natural seven wonders of the world—and the neighboring city of Livingstone on this guided half-day tour. Depart from the town of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe with a guide to help you navigate the border procedures and see the Zambia side of the UNESCO-listed waterfall. Then, learn about the discovery of the falls and history Zambia during a tour of Livingstone Museum and the city.

You can look forward to a world-class wildlife experience in Chobe National Park. Savuti, which lies within Chobe's boundaries, is famous for its ferocious lions and leopards, while Chobe Riverfront, close to Kasane, is a wonderful place to see big elephants, big cats, and plenty of action as wildlife comes down to drink by the riverbank. Chobe National park is one of the most visited parks in Kasane Botswana. The safari tour includes a safari boat cruise on the Chobe River. The duration of the activity is 3 hours. Lunch is served at the cresta mowana lodge, in the afternoon guests will do a Safari game drive in the chobe National park. There are chances of doing seeing plains game and some of the big five game. It is an experience not to miss whenever you are in Southern Africa.

Rhodes Matopos National Park is very famous for its large concentration of Black Eagle,white Rhino and leopard. About 45 minutes drive from Bulawayo takes us to Rhodes Matopos National Park.Explore a world of rocks! Dominated by two billion year old granite hills, Matopos National Park is a fascinating place of natural beauty but also one with a historical significance. The incredible boulders panorama of World’s View is where the grave of Cecil John Rhodes is situated. It’s here where you can discover 3000 well-preserved rock paintings from as far back as the Stone Age – hence why it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This wildlife Park offers 100 square kilometres of habitat for many wild specifics, including black and white rhino, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, leopard, hyena and antelope.

Explore the diverse Chobe National Park on your own private game drive. Take a 6-hour tour through the park and see a number of animals including lions, leopards, a number of bird species, and elephants from the 50,000 that reside here. Learn about the diverse ecosystems of Chobe from your guide and capture beautiful photos of the fauna and flora during your drive.

The safari starts off at the break of dawn through Zambezi National Park, which in itself is a pre-game drive experience to be at the border in 40 to 50 minutes, and after border formalities are done, you will be taken over to our counterparts in Botswana, who will be the hosts for the day, taking you on a game drive and cruises in the Chobe National Park, which is world-renowned for its wildlife and bird life. In Chobe you go for a game drive, have lunch and go on a boat cruise and end with a game drive as you get transported back to the Border to be transfer back to your hotel by the same driver who dropped you off in the morning. Perfect activity for the photographer in you to take some pictures.

Meet local people. Get to see and learn about different type of African medicine Get learn more about the culture

The park is close to the edge of the Kalahari desert, a region with little water and very sparse, xerophile vegetation. The Kalahari woodland is dominated by Zambezi Teak, Sand Camwood (Baphia) and Kalahari bauhinia. Seasonal wetlands form grasslands in this area. The north and north-west of the park are dominated by mopane woodland. Although it has been argued that elephant populations cause change in vegetation structure, some recent studies suggest that this is not the case, even with the large increases in elephant population recorded in the late 1980s. The Park hosts over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, including 19 large herbivores and eight large carnivores. All Zimbabwe's specially protected animals are to be found in Hwange and it is the only protected area where gemsbok and brown hyena occur in reasonable numbers. Grazing herbivores are more common in the Main Camp Wild Area and Linkwasha Concession Area, with mixed feeders more common in the Robins woodlands.

Embark on an exhilarating game drive through the untamed wilderness of Zambezi National Park, just minutes from Victoria Falls. Experience the thrill of venturing in open 4x4 vehicles, guided by expert rangers who bring the bush to life with their insightful commentary and real-time wildlife sightings. This authentic safari offers a rare opportunity to explore a genuinely wild, unfenced wilderness area where elephants, lions, buffalo, and other iconic species roam freely in their natural habitat. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts seeking an unspoiled, immersive experience, this safari promises unforgettable moments in one of Africa’s most pristine ecosystems.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Silunguzi, a captivating Matopos village steeped in history and resilience. Join the Headman as he shares tales of the community’s struggles against European settlers and their triumphant efforts to safeguard their land and precious minerals. Immerse yourself in the locals’ way of life, discovering how they source, prepare, and cook their traditional meals while raising cattle to sustain their livelihood. Engage with warm-hearted villagers, lending a hand with daily tasks for a truly authentic experience. Then, step back in time as you explore one of the region’s oldest caves, adorned with mesmerizing ancient paintings by the San Bushmen. For this adventure, come prepared with comfortable closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and bug spray. This tour promises a blend of culture, history, and connection—perfect for an enriching and memorable escape!

Discover the wonders of Botswana's Chobe National Park on this full-day tour from Victoria Falls. Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Victoria Falls to the Kazungula border, where you’ll cross into Botswana. Experience a thrilling boat cruise on the Chobe River, followed by an exciting game drive, keeping your eyes peeled for elephants, lions, and other incredible wildlife. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge before returning.

Return Transfer from your Hotel in Victoria Falls in air-conditioned vehicles Boat game cruise on the Chobe River Lunch at one of the lodges in the Chobe National Park Afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park Refreshments (bottled water and soft drinks) throughout the trip

Get a chance to meet the big 5 as we embark with you on a treasurable lifetime experience in the African wild. We will have a 3 hour morning game drive after which we break for a delicious lunch. The afternoon game drive starts immediately after lunch till dusk for about 3 hours.

This is a tour like no other! You will get a chance to experience the day to day life of the local rural people as you interact with them, get involved in their daily chores, games and get a chance to test the local cuisine.

Ride the highest commercially runnable rated rapids (grade V) on the Zambezi after it spills over Victoria Falls. You’ll want to be in good physical shape to conquer the steep climb into and out of the gorge, plus the rigors of the ride itself. Participants are advised to leave all their valuables in a safe place and wear clothing that can’t be dislodged during the river journey.

Explore Chobe day trip, One of the best game viewing experiences. The Chobe is well known for its elephants and variety of animal species. one of perfect chance to spot and search for the big 5.

There is no other tour in Zimbabwe that is just exclusive art and takes you to places where you can experience art in its different forms. Tours can also be arranged from city to city as art trails that can be developed through the network. It is also very interactive as tourists can meet the artists one on one and order directly if there any art pieces of interest.

Combination of Land and Water: Unlike most safaris solely focused on game drives, a Chobe full-day trip typically offers both a morning boat cruise on the Chobe River and an afternoon game drive through the Chobe National Park. This diverse approach allows you to observe wildlife from entirely different vantage points, offering deeper insight into their behaviours and habitats.

You get the opportunity to see the sun setting and reflecting on the waters, creating a silhouette picture. You see aquatic wildlife like hippos and crocodiles & maybe spot some terrestrial animals like elephants and buffalos coming to drink water after a long day of survival in the wilderness. You experience a fusion of adventure, sightseeing and luxury while sailing on the Mighty Zambezi river.