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Zimbabwe Safari in Style

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$8,599

9 days

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Overview

Visiting the spectacular Victoria Falls and its lush surroundings, it's one of the awe-inspiring experiences on this exciting itinerary. Stay in a lodge near Victoria Falls with an endless parade of wildlife that is attracted to the waterhole right in front of the lodge. Enjoy wildlife viewing within the Hwange National Park and Mana Pools National Park in open 4x4 vehicles, on motorized pontoon boats, on foot and in canoes. Witness African sunsets on the horizon while sipping traditional African cocktails. Glide leisurely on a cruise along the Zambezi River where hippos, crocodiles, and bird life come to play.

HOW TO BOOK: Use this itinerary as a starting point, see general pricing for the time of year you’d like to travel (below), then call our experts to tailor to your personal interests, length of time, special upgrades, etc.

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Locations Visited

Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Mana Pools National Park

Countries Visited

Zimbabwe, South Africa

Travel Style

African Safari, Adventure

Accommodations

8 nights included

Zimbabwe Safari in Style

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Itinerary

COLLAPSE ALL EXPAND ALL

Day 1

Johannesburg

On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the 4-star DaVinci Hotel and Suites on Nelson Mandela Square.

  • Accommodation

    Da Vinci Hotel – Standard Room


After breakfast, transfer to O.R. Tambo International Airport for your regional flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the 4 star Victoria Falls Safari Lodge set high on a natural plateau, with uninterrupted views. The onsite waterhole attracts a wide variety of game throughout the year and offers stunning sunsets.

The guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, in-room safe and a private balcony.

Complete the day with a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The area that the cruise is on is one of outstanding natural, scenic beauty with a wide variety of game and bird life. One has a unique vantage point to spot large animals such as elephants, hippo and crocodiles.

Dinner will be at Makuwa-Kuwa.

Please Note: The flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls is required, but not included in the tour price. Please contact us for current rates.

  • Accommodation

    Victoria Falls Safari Lodge – Standard Room


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Take a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, through the rain forest along the scenic pathways, stopping at numerous viewpoints to gaze at the falls and view the Cataracts, Livingstone's statue and a wide variety of birds and plants.

Enjoy a unique African dinner at The Boma Restaurant with traditional customs such as local beer tasting and pre-dinner hand washing.

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    Victoria Falls Safari Lodge – Standard Room


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    Breakfast

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Transfer by road to Victoria Falls Airport where a Lion World Travel Representative will assist you to your light aircraft transfer to Hwange and Davison's Camp.

The camp has en-suite tents hidden in the shade of ancient mopane trees. Watch the continuous procession of game at the camp’s waterhole from the comfort of your bed.

Depart on your first game drive this afternoon.

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    Davison's Camp – Standard Tent


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    Breakfast

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A day of game viewing activities. The focus is on game drives and one can visit a well-situated bunker hide that provides an idyllic way to spend a lazy afternoon while watching elephant, buffalo, sable, roan, southern giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala and gemsbok. Lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah are regularly seen.

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    Davison's Camp – Standard Tent


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Take a light aircraft transfer to Ruckomechi Camp situated at the heart of the Zambezi Valley. It is a remote spot with spectacular views of the river and floodplains. Low-level walkways connect the guest tents to the central areas. There is also an infinity pool and star-gazing deck.

The Mana pools draw all manner of wildlife and waterfowl during the dry season while the Zambezi River is brimming with hippo, large numbers of elephant, buffalo and eland.

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    Ruckomechi Camp – Standard Tent


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    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Activities at Ruckomechi Camp include wildlife viewing in open 4x4 vehicles, on motorized pontoon boats, on foot and in canoes.

The area is renowned for large numbers of elephant, buffalo, hippo and eland, especially in the winter when they concentrate along the river. Predators such as lion, leopard and wild dog are all found in the area.

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    Ruckomechi Camp – Standard Tent


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    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Another day to take in the sights and sounds of Africa on game activities.

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    Ruckomechi Camp – Standard Tent


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    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft transfer to Harare Airport.

Please Note: A flight from Harare to Johannesburg is not included in the tour price. Please contact us for current rates.

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    Breakfast

Highlights

  • Close sightings of Africa's wildlife
  • A leisurely cruise along the Zambezi River
  • Nightly sundowners in the African bush
  • Explore Victoria Falls and nearby lush rain forests
  • Morning, afternoon and evening game drives

What's Included

  • Meals: 8 Breakfasts / 5 Lunches / 7 Dinners - including dinner at Makuwa-Kuwa and The Boma Restaurant
  • Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival
  • Light aircraft transfers as follows: Victoria Falls/Davison’s Camp/Ruckomechi Camp/Harare
  • Accommodations as specified
  • All transfers as listed in the itinerary
  • Game viewing activities as specified in itinerary
  • National Park entry fees
  • All scheduled game activities
  • Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River + Tour of Victoria Falls
  • Laundry at Davison's Camp and Ruckomechi Camp
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Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land only, based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. All departures are on request. Airfare is not included, but can be added to quote upon request.
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Terms & Conditions

Safari Notes:

  • Your Lion World Travel safari includes a “meet and greet” upon arrival. While on safari you will have local experts, rangers, drivers and/or trackers join you on your day tours, game drives and safari activities.
  • *​International Air Included Safaris: Please note that airfares are included on selected safaris only, as noted in the safari "inclusions". Pricing on these safaris includes airfares, fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees, and September 11th Security fee.
  • ​Travel to Africa often requires an overnight flight. For safaris where international airfare is not included, please arrange flights to arrive on Day 1 of itinerary.

Terms & Conditions:

  • All safari prices are per person based on double occupancy.
  • Exclusive Vacation Packages (Small Group Safaris) are based on a minimum of four passengers to operate. 
  • Prices are in U.S. dollars, are true and accurate at time of publishing, are valid for travel as specified, are valid for new bookings only and are available to Costco members residing in the United States.
  • All offers and inclusions are subject to availability and may change or be terminated without notice.
  • A Single Supplement cost applies for solo traveler bookings, contact us for rates.
  • Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates and restrictions may apply.
  • Due to currency fluctuation, as well as government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond the control of Lion World Travel or Costco Travel, the price is subject to change.
  • Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash.
  • Cancellation and change fees may apply.
  • Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors.
  • Please note: The supplier for this product, Lion World Travel, is a Canadian-based company. Therefore, individual banks may apply a foreign currency service fee to credit card transactions.
  • Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, and Medical Insurance is required – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.

Visas

  • United States of America passport holders require visas for Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Visas should be obtained prior to departure either on-line or from the relevant Embassy or High Commission in Washington DC. Visas on arrival will not be issued for Kenya.

Passports

  • For visitors to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania, passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended return date.
  • Passport must contain at least 2 blank visa pages (each) for South Africa and Zimbabwe and 3 blank visa pages (each) for Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique.

Vaccinations & Health Precautions

  • Malaria is prevalent in the countries included in this itinerary. It is recommended to consult a doctor or travel clinic prior to travel regarding the appropriate precautions to take.
  • Yellow fever vaccination is recommended prior to arrival in Tanzania and required if arriving within 6 days after leaving or transiting countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Other vaccinations that might be considered before you travel include typhoid, hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and tetanus.
  • For information, visit your family physician or the website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/travel/.
  • Covid protocols and entry requirements are also in place for visitors to Africa. Requirements vary between countries. Please speak to your Africa Specialist for information specific to your itinerary.

Traveling with children

  • If you are traveling to South Africa with a child/children under the age of 18 you must travel with an unabridged birth certificate, in English, even if both parents are traveling with the child(ren). Airlines will be forced to deny boarding if the required documentation is not produced.

For information on travel to Africa, including potential alerts and warnings, visit the official website for the U.S. Department of State at www.travel.state.gov.

For full details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions or FAQ page.