Victoria Falls, crowd-free
A private walking tour of the Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders, and a champagne sunset cruise on the Zambezi among hippos and crossing elephants.
Victoria Falls, the elephant plains of Hwange, underground photographic bunkers, and a hot-air balloon at dawn
See Pricing & Inclusions ↓OverviewThe flagship Zimbabwe safari — designed for first-time luxury travellers who demand iconic landscapes alongside heavy big-game viewing. This package seamlessly marries the sheer power and majesty of Victoria Falls with the elephant-dense plains of Hwange National Park, and concludes with the intimate riverine seclusion of a private Zambezi concession. The itinerary is built around private fly-in transfers and three world-class properties. Guests experience looking massive elephant bulls in the eye from an exclusive underground photographic bunker, floating silently above the Hwange plains in a hot-air balloon at sunrise, drifting along the Zambezi on a private champagne sunset cruise, and a deeply dignified encounter with the Tonga people — the original inhabitants of the Zambezi Valley.
Private crowd-free walking tour of Victoria Falls — one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
Private champagne sunset cruise on the Zambezi: hippos, crossing elephants, and a burning orange sky
Underground photographic bunker at Linkwasha — inches from elephant bulls drinking at eye level
Hot-air balloon over Hwange's vlei plains at sunrise — buffalo and antelope shattering the morning mist below
Private full-day apex predator tracking in Hwange: African wild dogs, lions, and elusive leopards
Canoe safari down the Zambezi's quiet channels — hippos surfacing beside you in absolute tranquillity
White-linen breakfast set up on an isolated white sandbar in the middle of the flowing Zambezi
Non-commercial Tonga cultural encounter: Nyami Nyami mythology, basket weaving, and village elders

Victoria Falls private walking tour — crowd-free rainforest paths and the thundering Batoka Gorge
Hwange's underground photographic bunker: the most intimate elephant encounter in Zimbabwe
Hot-air balloon over Hwange at dawn — one of Africa's most celebrated aerial safari experiences
Canoe safari and tiger fishing on the Zambezi — intimate wildlife encounters from water level
Tonga cultural immersion: Nyami Nyami mythology, basket weaving, and oral history with village elders
Three world-class properties: Matetsi, Linkwasha Camp, and Sapi Explorers Camp
Harare · Victoria Falls · Hwange National Park · Zambezi River Concession
Met at arrivals by your private guide for a luxury transfer to the Monomotapa Hotel. Early arrivals enjoy a private tour of Harare: the tree-lined avenues of the capital, the high-end Shona Sculpture Gallery showcasing world-renowned stone artwork, and a private lunch at an upscale estate like Amanzi. An elegant dinner and briefing with your private pilot closes the day.

Private charter from Harare to Victoria Falls with VIP tarmac handling on arrival. Transfer to Matetsi Victoria Falls lodge. Private crowd-free guided walking tour of Victoria Falls — one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Walk along the rainforest paths, witnessing the sheer power of the thundering water plunging into the Batoka Gorge, framed by a permanent rainbow mist. Dinner overlooking the Zambezi River.

A morning at leisure — spa treatment or plunge pool overlooking the river. Afternoon: a private luxury pontoon boat champagne sunset cruise along the Zambezi, far from crowded public vessels. Premium cocktails and local delicacies on board while hippos yawn and elephants cross the river channels against a burning orange sky. Return for a gourmet dinner at the lodge.

A comfortable 2.5-hour private 4x4 transfer to Hwange National Park — Zimbabwe's largest and most famous wildlife reserve. Check-in at Linkwasha Camp: an ultra-luxury tented camp perched on the edge of a prolific waterhole. Late afternoon private game drive tracking massive elephant herds, lions, and Cape buffalo. An elegant multi-course bonfire dinner served under a sky of stars around a roaring central fire pit.

Morning walking safari with a master guide — tracking wildlife on foot and reading the subtle signs of the bush. Afternoon in Hwange's most exclusive highlight: the underground photographic bunker, a hidden hide built at the edge of a busy waterhole. Inches away from massive elephant bulls drinking at eye level, offering unparalleled photographic opportunities. An artisanal breakfast basket and fresh French-press coffee served inside the bunker.

Rising before dawn for a hot-air balloon flight over Hwange's wide open vlei plains. Herds of buffalo and grazing antelope shattering the morning mist from above. After landing: a traditional champagne toast and gourmet bush brunch. Afternoon: a private full-day tracking safari searching for Hwange's apex predators — African wild dogs, lions, and leopards. The day concludes with a torch-lit lantern bonfire dinner served out in the open bush.

Final morning game drive and breakfast at Linkwasha, then a private charter to a secluded Zambezi River private concession. Check-in at Sapi Explorers Camp — ultra-luxury tented camp set deep in riverine forest. Evening private night game drive using infrared spotlights to find elusive leopards and bushbabies. Hand-crafted gin and tonics served from a canvas bar on a high river cliff at sunset.

Morning: private guided luxury canoe safari down the quiet channels of the Zambezi — paddling past pods of hippos and a dazzling array of river birds in absolute tranquillity. Afternoon: catch-and-release tiger fishing from a private speedboat. The day culminates with a surprise white-linen cooked breakfast by your private chef on an isolated white sandbar in the middle of the flowing Zambezi River.

A deeply dignified non-commercial cultural experience with a remote Tonga village — the original inhabitants of the Zambezi Valley. Village elders share their rich history, traditional architecture, intricate basket-weaving techniques, and the captivating mythology of Nyami Nyami, the Zambezi River God. A private, unscripted encounter ensuring total privacy and mutual respect. Farewell multi-course dinner paired with vintage wines.

Relaxed luxury breakfast overlooking the river. Charter back to Harare. Transfer to the Monomotapa Hotel for a complementary spa session. A private city tour of Harare is offered if missed on Day 1. International departure the following day.

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Victoria Falls, Hwange’s elephants at eye level and a canoe on the Zambezi: Zimbabwe’s wild side in ten days.
A private walking tour of the Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders, and a champagne sunset cruise on the Zambezi among hippos and crossing elephants.
An underground photographic bunker at Linkwasha puts you inches from drinking elephant bulls, and a sunrise balloon floats over Hwange’s vlei plains.
A private full-day apex predator track in Hwange for wild dogs, lions and leopards, then a canoe safari down the Zambezi’s quiet channels.
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Varies by camp, activity and national park
Duffel, safari hat, vest and hooded jumper
Victoria Falls water volume is highly seasonal
The Falls are at their most dramatic (and most obscured by spray) from March to May, and at their most photogenic with clear views from September to December. Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for lowveld areas.
Visa on arrival, from $30 (KAZA available)
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