10-Day Day Zimbabwe Fly-In Safari (Mana Pools, Kariba & Hwange)

<p>Upon arrival at <strong>Harare International Airport</strong>, you will be met by your safari representative and transferred to Cresta Lodge. Take some time to <strong>relax and recover from your journey</strong>.</p><p></p>

<p>After breakfast, take a <strong>scenic charter flight</strong> from Harare to <strong>Mana Pools National Park</strong>, enjoying aerial views of the <strong>Zambezi River and floodplains</strong>.</p><p>Arrive at <strong>Kanga Camp</strong>, welcomed with <strong>drinks</strong> and settled into <strong>luxury tents</strong>. In the afternoon, enjoy an <strong>optional game drive or walking safari</strong>, spotting <strong>elephants, lions, buffalo, and hippos</strong> while learning about <strong>bush ecology and tracking</strong>.</p>

<p>In <strong>Mana Pools</strong>, guests enjoy <strong>walking safaris</strong> with a guide and armed scout, quietly exploring <strong>floodplains, woodlands, and riverbanks</strong>, tracking wildlife through <strong>footprints and signs</strong>. Close encounters with <strong>elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and hippos</strong> are common, along with observations of <strong>birds and smaller creatures</strong>.</p><p><strong>Game drives</strong> in open 4×4 vehicles cover <strong>larger areas</strong>, providing opportunities to see <strong>big herds, predators, and scenic floodplains</strong>, with expert commentary.</p><p>This combination offers a <strong>balanced, immersive bush experience</strong>—up close on foot and across the park by vehicle.</p>

<p>A <strong>Mana Pools Safari</strong> immerses guests in Zimbabwe’s <strong>remote wilderness</strong> along the <strong>Zambezi River</strong>.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Walking safaris:</strong> Track elephants, lions, leopards, and buffalo on foot with a guide and armed scout.</p></li><li><p><strong>Canoe safaris:</strong> Glide quietly along the river, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds.</p></li><li><p><strong>Game drives:</strong> Explore floodplains, riverbanks, and woodlands in open 4×4 vehicles.</p></li><li><p><strong>Birdwatching &amp; photography:</strong> Over 400 bird species and scenic landscapes.</p></li></ul><p></p>

<p>Take a <strong>scenic charter flight</strong> from Mana Pools to <strong>Lake Kariba</strong>, enjoying aerial views of <strong>Zambezi River tributaries, forests, and the vast lake itself</strong>.</p><p>On arrival, transfer to your <strong>lakeside lodge or camp</strong>, where you can relax and take in the <strong>panoramic views of the water and surrounding wildlife</strong>.</p>

<p>At <strong>Lake Kariba</strong>, enjoy <strong>morning and afternoon game drives</strong> in open 4×4 vehicles, spotting <strong>elephants, buffalo, zebras, and antelope</strong>.</p><p>On the lake, take <strong>boat cruises</strong> to see <strong>hippos, crocodiles, and birds</strong>, try <strong>tiger fishing</strong>, or enjoy <strong>sunset photography</strong>.</p>

<p>Depart from <strong>Lake Kariba</strong> by <strong>scenic charter flight</strong> or road transfer to <strong>Hwange National Park</strong>, Zimbabwe’s largest and most diverse wildlife reserve.</p><p>Upon arrival, transfer to <strong>Somalisa Camp</strong>, a luxury tented camp set within a private concession overlooking a <strong>seasonal waterhole</strong> frequently visited by elephants and other wildlife.</p><p>After settling into camp, enjoy an <strong>afternoon game drive or guided activity</strong>, offering the chance to spot <strong>elephants, lions, buffalo, and other plains game</strong> in Hwange’s rich wilderness.</p>

<p>Explore <strong>Hwange National Park</strong> on <strong>morning and afternoon game drives</strong> in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Guided by experienced trackers, guests search for wildlife across <strong>open plains, woodlands, and waterholes</strong>.</p><p>Hwange is famous for its <strong>large elephant herds</strong>, as well as <strong>lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and antelope</strong>. During the dry season, animals gather around <strong>waterholes</strong>, offering excellent opportunities for <strong>close wildlife viewing and photography</strong>.</p><p>These drives provide an <strong>exciting and immersive safari experience</strong>, showcasing the park’s rich biodiversity and spectacular landscapes.</p>

<p>Take a <strong>short flight from Hwange to Victoria Falls</strong>, enjoying scenic views of the surrounding landscapes. On arrival, transfer to <strong>Batonka Guest Lodge</strong>, a charming and tranquil lodge located just minutes from the famous <strong>Victoria Falls</strong>.</p><p>After settling into your comfortable room, spend the afternoon at leisure. Guests may relax by the <strong>lush gardens and pool</strong>, or explore the town and nearby <strong>Victoria Falls</strong>, one of the <strong>Seven Natural Wonders of the World</strong>.</p>

<p><strong>Victoria Falls</strong>, on the <strong>Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe</strong>, is one of the <strong>largest and most spectacular waterfalls in the world</strong> and a <strong>UNESCO World Heritage Site</strong>.</p><p>Known as <strong>“Mosi-oa-Tunya” (The Smoke That Thunders)</strong>, the powerful cascade creates dramatic <strong>mist, rainbows, and lush rainforest surroundings</strong>, with several <strong>viewpoints and walking trails</strong> offering breathtaking views of the falls.</p>