6 Day Walking Safari Adventure in Zimbabwe

6 Days

5 Nights

Weekly Departures Available

Tour Cost
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overview

This 6 days walking safari takes you through two of Zimbabwe’s most remarkable wilderness areas Hwange National Park and Mana Pools. Experience the thrill of tracking wildlife on foot, guided by expert rangers, as you explore diverse ecosystems teeming with elephants, lions, and more. Enjoy up close encounters with nature while staying in comfortable yet remote accommodations that blend seamlessly with the wild surroundings.

Itinerary

Day 1:
Hwange National Park

Your adventure begins with a transfer from Victoria Falls or Bulawayo to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest reserve. After checking in at Somalisa Camp, enjoy lunch before setting out on your first walking safari. Accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the park’s diverse habitats, tracking elephants, giraffes, and antelope while learning about the intricate ecosystems that sustain them. The evening ends with a sundowner at camp and a delicious bush dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Somalisa Camp

Day 2:
Full-Day Walking Safari in Hwange

Rise early for a full-day walking safari, allowing you to explore deeper into Hwange’s remote wilderness. Your guide will lead you through mopane woodlands and open plains, where you may encounter lions, hyenas, and even African wild dogs. The experience is thrilling yet safe, with professional rangers ensuring close but respectful encounters with wildlife. After an exhilarating day, return to Somalisa Camp, where you can unwind with a refreshing dip in the pool before dinner.

Accommodation: Somalisa Camp

Day 3:
Morning Walk and Transfer to Mana Pools

On your final morning in Hwange, embark on a short sunrise walk, perfect for birdwatching and tracking smaller creatures like porcupines and mongooses. After breakfast, transfer by road or light aircraft to Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning river landscapes and large populations of elephants and hippos. Check in at Zambezi Expeditions Camp, a luxurious tented camp along the Zambezi River. Enjoy a sunset along the riverbank, where you might spot crocodiles and herds of buffalo.

Accommodation: Zambezi Expeditions Camp

Day 4:
Walking Safari in Mana Pools

Mana Pools is one of Africa’s best walking safari destinations, offering unparalleled wildlife encounters. Guided walks take you through the floodplains, where you can safely approach elephants standing on their hind legs to reach high tree branches. Keep an eye out for lions resting under acacia trees and packs of painted wolves (African wild dogs) hunting in the open plains. Return to Zambezi Expeditions Camp for an evening of storytelling around the campfire.

Accommodation: Zambezi Expeditions Camp

Day 5:
Tracking Big Game on Foot

Today’s adventure focuses on tracking some of Africa’s most iconic species. With the help of expert guides, you’ll follow fresh tracks of elephants and big cats, learning traditional bush survival skills along the way. The experience of quietly walking alongside a family of elephants or observing hippos wallowing in the Zambezi River is unforgettable. After a day of exploration, return to camp for a sunset boat cruise or an optional night walk to spot nocturnal animals. Overnight at Zambezi Expeditions Camp.

Accommodation: Zambezi Expeditions Camp

Day 6:
Sunrise Walk and Departure

On your final morning, take one last sunrise walk through Mana Pools, capturing breathtaking photos of the mist rising over the Zambezi River. After breakfast, prepare for your transfer back to Victoria Falls or Harare, concluding an extraordinary 6-day walking safari through Zimbabwe’s most iconic landscapes.

SAFARI INCLUDES

✅ Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide and driver
✅ Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
✅ Park entrance and conservation fees
✅ Boat cruise on the Chobe River
✅ Airport and road transfers

SAFARI EXCLUDES

❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses and tips
❌ Optional activities not listed
❌ Visa fees

Getting There

This tour starts in Kigali, Rwanda’s Capital city.

We have local daily flights available on several airlines.

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

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