Intimate Zimbabwe

Hwange | Victoria Falls

DAYS 2 - 3; (2 Nights)  VICTORIA FALLS TO HWANGE NATIONAL PARK, Zimbabwe  [Chalets] Visit at Painted Dogs Conservation CentreAfter breakfast we depart Victoria Falls and make our way to Hwange National Park. The afternoon is spent with a visit to the Painted Dogs Conservation Centre to learn about the efforts made to protect these endangered species. Hwange National Park is one of Africa's finest havens for wildlife and is home to vast herds of elephant, buffalo, and zebra as well as a very large concentration of giraffe. It is also home to many predators and endangered species plus very large and varied birdlife. The whole of the next day is spent exploring this magnificent area. Departure: 8am  Distance / Time: 190kms  Overnight: Ivory Lodge or similar (Chalets with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar area). Overnight Revised 2014: Elephant's Eye, Hwange or similar (Tented chalets with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar area). Meals

Hwange

Day 2 Revised 2014: Breakfast at Ilala Lodge or similar, Lunch Elephant's Eye, Hwange or similar, Dinner at Elephant's Eye, Hwange or similar.  Meals

Hwange

Day 3 Revised 2014: Breakfast at Elephant's Eye, Hwange or similar, Lunchpack on game drive, Dinner at Elephant's Eye, Hwange or similar.

Day 4: Breakfast at Ivory Lodge or similar, Lunch prepared by guide en-route, Dinner at Camp Amalinda or similar. Meals

DAY 5; (1 Night)  MATOBO HILLS TO GREAT ZIMBABWE, Zimbabwe  [Chalets] Visit to the Great Zimbabwe RuinsThis morning we drive to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins located close to Masvingo. According to an age-old legend the ruins were built to replicate the palace of the Queen of Sheba in Jerusalem, and are a unique testimony to the Bantu civilization of the Shona between the 11th and 15th centuries. They cover an area of 1800 acres and are some of the oldest and largest structures located in Southern Africa. We have the opportunity to explore these ancient ruins, before checking in to our accommodation for the night, which overlooks Lake Mutirikwe. Departure: 7am Distance / Time: 420kms Overnight: Norma Jeane's Lake View Resort or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, restaurant & bar). Meals: Breakfast at Camp Amalinda or similar, Lunch prepared by te guide en-route, Dinner at Norma Jeane's Lake View Resort or similar.

DAY 7; (1 Night)  NYANGA NATIONAL PARK TO BUSHMAN ROCK, Zimbabwe  [Guest House] Sundowner Cruise at Bushman Rock, ZimbabweWe travel towards Harare to the Bushman Rock Estate, operational since the mid 1900's it is one of the few estate wineries in the country. After we have settled in to our rooms, high tea is served on the veranda. We take a leisurely guided walk through the vineyards to the pontoon, for a sundowner cruise. Thereafter we get to sample up to nine of the estates private wines on a tutored wine tasting, followed by 3 course dinner. Departure: 8am Distance / Time: 260kms Overnight: Bushman Rock or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool and tea garden). Meals: Breakfast at Pine Tree Inn or similar, Lunch prepared by guide en route, Dinner at Bushman Rock or similar.

Day 8: Breakfast at Bushman Rock or similar, Lunch prepared by the guide en-route, Dinner prepared by guide. Meals

Day 9: Breakfast prepared by guide, Lunch prepared by guide, Dinner prepared by guide.  Meals

DAYS 10 - 11; (2 Nights) MANA POOLS TO LAKE KARIBA, Zimbabwe   [Chalets] View of Rhino Camp, ZimbabweOur journey today brings us to the shores of Lake Kariba. It is one of the world's largest man-made lakes and a place of outstanding beauty. At over 220 km long and 30 km at its widest point it is no wonder it is referred to as an inland sea! The lake is nested in mountains, guarded by enormous reserves of game and made beautiful and savage by sun and storm, as well as by earth and water. After lunch a one and a half hour speedboat trip across the lake we arrive at Rhino Camp, which lies on Elephant Point in the Matusadona National Park, which is home to the Big 5 and where we spend the next two nights. Departure: 7am Distance / Time: 170kms Overnight: Rhino Camp or similar (chalets with en-suite bathrooms, bar area). Meals

Day 10 Revised 2014: Breakfast at Nyamepi Camp or similar, Lunch prepared by the guide en-route, Dinner at Rhino Camp or similar. Meals

DAY 12 - 13; (2 Nights) LAKE KARIBA TO ANTELOPE PARK, Zimbabwe   [Tented Camp] Elephant at Lake KaribaToday we have an early departure as it is one of the longest driving days on our safari, another speedboat takes us back to Kariba where we meet our vehicle and continue to Antelope Park where we spend the next two nights. Antelope Park is home to the African Lion Environmental Research Trust (ALERT) and you will have the opportunity to partake in the numerous activities on offer, such as night encounters with lions and elephant swimming! (All optional and for own expense). Departure: 7am Distance / Time: 525kms Overnight: Antelope Park or similar (river tent with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar and restaurant area). Meals

Day 13: Breakfast at Antelope Park or similar, Lunch at your own account, Dinner at your own account.

Victoria Falls

DAY 15;    VICTORIA FALLS, Zimbabwe   [TOUR ENDS] Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures. Departure: N/A Distance / Time: N/A Overnight: N/A Meals: Breakfast at Ilala Lodge or similar. Optional Activities: Sunset Cruise, Bungi Jump, Full Day Canoeing, Full Day Rafting, Flying Fox, Gorge Swing, Zip Line