17 Days of Travel Across Major Zimbabwe Attractions
Immersive Culture • Wildlife • History • Hiking • Community
Overview:
Step into Zimbabwe’s heart and soul on this rich 17-day expedition. Discover legendary landscapes, connect with local communities, chase wildlife, and uncover ancient secrets — all while enjoying curated comfort and adventure.
Day 1: Arrival in Victoria Falls
Transfer to lodge after customs
Afternoon relaxation
Activity: Sunset Dinner Cruise on Zambezi River
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Self-Catering Lodge
Optional: Park fees $20
Day 2: Safari & Victoria Falls Experience
Early Morning Game Drive + Bush Breakfast
Lunch at the Victoria Falls Hotel
Guided Tour of Victoria Falls
Afternoon leisure/exploration
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: K&K Homes or Homestay
Optional: Park fees $65 (Game Drive + Falls Entry)
Note: Dinner at own expense
Day 3: Rafting Adventure
Full-day white-water rafting on the Zambezi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Boma Optional)
Accommodation: Self-Catering
Optional: Park fees $20
Day 4: Botswana Day Trip – Chobe National Park
Early departure to Botswana
Game Drive, Buffet Lunch & River Cruise
Return to Zimbabwe by evening
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: K&K Cottages
Optional: Park fees $20
Travel Time: 1 hour
Days 5–7: Hwange National Park Camping
Full-day safari game drives
Evening cooking under the stars
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Hwange Main Camp
Optional: Park Fees ($20 per entry)
Day 8: Transfer to Bulawayo
Camp breakdown, fresh food shopping en route
Afternoon at Natural History Museum
BBQ Dinner with locals
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Percy Drive BnB
Travel Time: 4 hours (290km)
Day 9: Khami Ruins
Guided hike and heritage exploration
Evening at leisure
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Accommodation: Percy Drive BnB
Day 10: Matopos National Park
Drive through park & bushman rock art
Visit Cecil John Rhodes’ Grave at World’s View
Storytelling around the campfire
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Rowallan Campsite
Optional: Park fees $20
Day 11: Rhino Tracking & Rest
Morning wildlife and rhino tracking
Free time to relax
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Rowallan Campsite
Day 12: Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Drive to Masvingo
Afternoon hike of Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Local handicraft shopping
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping at Great Zimbabwe Hotel
Travel Time: 4 hours (290km)
Day 13: Nyanga Mountains
Travel to Nyanga Highlands
Leisure evening on arrival
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zumbane Lodges
Travel Time: 6–7 hours (410km)
Day 14: Mt. Inyangani Hike & Skywalk
Morning hike to the summit of Mt. Inyangani
Afternoon Skywalk experience
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zumbane Lodges
Day 15: Ziwa Ruins Exploration
Visit to ancient Nyanga terraces and pit structures
Evening at leisure
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Zumbane Lodges
Day 16: Transfer to Harare
Fold camp, wash-up, and depart
Check-in at hotel
Free evening in the capital
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Holiday Inn or Equivalent
Travel Time: 4.5 hours (283km)
Day 17: Departure
Airport transfer
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights:
Victoria Falls City & Zambezi River
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Hwange National Park
Bulawayo & Khami Ruins
Matobo Hills & World’s View
Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Nyanga Highlands & Mt. Inyangani
Harare City Life
Inclusions
Accommodation (Tents, Lodges, B&Bs)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Daily
Water & Ice
Ground Transport & Transfers
Professional Guides
Exclusions
National Park Entry Fees ($10–$20 per site)
Beverages, Alcohol, & Personal Shopping
Gratuities & Tips
Hotel Upgrades & Optional Activities