Visite des chutes et excursion au parc national Hwange

day 2 Wake up and have breakfast at your lodge

Pack your day bag (camera, raincoat, water)

Meet your guide at reception

Drive to Victoria Falls National Park (Zimbabwe side)

Enter the park and start the walking trail

Viewpoints on Zimbabwe Side

Viewpoint 1: Devil's Cataract – widest section of the falls

Viewpoint 2: Main Falls – the classic postcard view

Viewpoint 3: Rainbow Falls – catch rainbows on sunny days

Viewpoint 4: Danger Point – look straight down the gorge

Viewpoint 5: Eastern Cataract – final viewpoint on this side

Walk the full 1.7km along the cliff edge

Get soaked by the spray – raincoat is essential

Take photos of the mist and rainbows

Exit the park after about 2 hours

Midday – The Bridge Tour

Drive to the Victoria Falls Bridge

Cross the bridge on foot

Stop at the midway point

See the gorge far below

View the falls from the bridge – great photo angle

Learn about the bridge history (built in 1905)

Optional: watch bungee jumpers

Optional: do the bungee jump yourself (extra cost)

Optional: bridge swing or zip line (extra cost)

Stamp your passport at the border post (if crossing)

Lunch Break

Stop for lunch at a local restaurant

Option: The Lookout Café (great view of the gorge)

Option: Local restaurant in town

Relax and enjoy the break

Afternoon – Zambia Side

Cross into Zambia (if not done at the bridge)

Drive to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park (Zambia side)

Enter the park and start the walking trail

Viewpoints on Zambia Side

Viewpoint 1: Knife's Edge Bridge – get sprayed up close

Viewpoint 2: Boiling Pot – see the gorge below the falls

Walk to the Eastern Cataract viewpoints

View the main waterfall face from the Zambian side

Take photos at the statue of David Livingstone

See the falls from a different angle – less mist, more view

Walk the trails for about 1.5 hours

Exit the park

Late Afternoon – Optional Activities (Extra Cost)

Option 1: Helicopter flight over the falls (15-30 minutes)

Option 2: Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River

Option 3: Walk through the local craft market

Option 4: Return to lodge to rest

Evening

Return to your lodge

Freshen up and relax

Dinner at the lodge or a local restaurant

Enjoy the night atmosphere in Victoria Falls town

Overnight stay

End of Day 2.

What to Bring

Passport (for crossing between countries)

Raincoat or poncho (spray is heavy)

Waterproof bag for camera and phone

Comfortable walking shoes

Sunscreen and hat

Water bottle

Cash for souvenirs and optional activities

Let me know if you want Day 3 – Hwange National Park game drive or transfer.

day 3 Hwange national park arly Morning – Departure

6:00 AM – pickup from your Victoria Falls hotel or lodge

Scenic 2.5-hour drive to Hwange National Park

Pass through rural villages with traditional huts, schools, and churches

Drive past Hwange Colliery – a major coal mining town

Morning – Arrival & Game Drive

Arrive at Hwange Main Camp

Switch to an open 4x4 safari vehicle

Morning game drive – about 2.5 to 3 hours

Visit waterholes where animals gather to drink

Spot wildlife: elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, impalas, and more

Over 400 bird species can be seen

Midday – Lunch & Rest

Picnic lunch inside the park or at Hwange Safari Lodge

Refreshments and bottled water provided

Relax, swim, or enjoy the views

Afternoon – Second Game Drive

Afternoon game drive as animals gather at waterholes in cooler hours

Visit Kennedy Dam and Mandavhu Dam

Spot hippos, crocodiles, and more wildlife

Best game viewing often happens around sunset

Late Afternoon – Return to Victoria Falls

4:00 PM – depart Hwange National Park

Drive back to Victoria Falls

Arrive at your hotel around 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM

End of Day Trip.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional safari guide

Open 4x4 safari vehicle

Two game drives (morning and afternoon)

Lunch, water, and soft drinks

What's Not Included

National park entry fee – approximately $20 USD per person

Gratuities

Alcoholic drinks

What to Bring

Passport

Raincoat or poncho

Comfortable walking shoes

Sunscreen and hat

Camera with zoom lens

Binoculars

Water bottle

Cash for park fees and souvenirs

Tips

Dress in neutral colors – avoid bright clothing

Winters (June–August) can be very cold – bring a jacket

Summers (October–November) are extremely hot – stay hydrated

day 4 chobs

Early Morning – Departure

6:30 AM – pickup from your Victoria Falls hotel or lodge

Transfer to the border (Kazungula)

Cross into Botswana – passport required

Drive takes about 1.5 hours total (including border formalities)

Continue to Kasane town

Morning – Chobe River Cruise

Arrive at the river jetty

Board a boat for a 3-hour river cruise

Cruise along the Chobe River

Spot wildlife from the water

Look for:

Large herds of elephants drinking

Buffalo and zebra on the floodplains

Hippos and crocodiles in the water

Antelope like kudu and impala

African fish eagles and kingfishers

Stop for snacks and drinks on board

Enjoy views of the river and Namibia across the way

Midday – Lunch Break

Return to the jetty

Lunch at a lodge or restaurant in Kasane

Relax and enjoy the break

Afternoon – Game Drive in Chobe National Park

Board an open 4x4 safari vehicle

Enter Chobe National Park

Afternoon game drive – about 3 hours

Explore the park's floodplains and woodlands

Search for:

Lions, leopards, and other predators

Elephants and buffalo in large numbers

Giraffes and zebras

Various antelope species

Stop for sundowner drinks

Watch the sunset over the bush

Late Afternoon – Return to Victoria Falls

Exit the park

Drive back to the border

Cross back into Zimbabwe

Continue to Victoria Falls

Arrive at your hotel around 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM

End of Day Trip.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Boat cruise on the Chobe River

Game drive in Chobe National Park

Lunch and bottled water

What's Not Included

Visa fees (if applicable)

Border fees or park entry fees

Gratuities

Alcoholic drinks

What to Bring

Passport (mandatory for border crossing)

Raincoat or poncho (for boat spray)

Comfortable walking shoes

Sunscreen and hat

Camera with zoom lens

Binoculars

Cash for fees and souvenirs

Tips

Border crossing can take 30–60 minutes – be patient

Keep your passport accessible

Winter (June–August) mornings are cold – bring a jacket

Summer (October–November) is very hot – stay hydrated

Book at least 24 hours in advance

Alternative Option (from Kasane)

If you're already in Kasane, pickup is at 8:00 AM

Drive to the jetty – 10 minutes

Same activities, no border crossing

Let me know if you want a multi-day Chobe itinerary or a specific activity breakdown.

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