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16 Days / 15 Nights
Victoria Falls & East Africa — Zimbabwe, Kenya & Tanzania — 16 Days
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Victoria Falls; the Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Hwange's elephant herds; the Masai Mara and a private conservancy; the Serengeti and the Great Migration; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Stone Town (UNESCO); the Indian Ocean.
16 Days / 15 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar.
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Why this one is worth your time
You see the full price upfront, talk to a real person before paying, and reschedule free if your plans shift. The team running this trip lives in Victoria Falls.
Traveler note
This one is for travellers who want a real guide, real flexibility on the dates, and a real person to call if anything changes.
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Flexible cancellation options and custom trip adjustments are available with the team.
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Experience overview
What to expect
16 Days / 15 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar.
Quick facts
Destination
Victoria Falls; the Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Hwange's elephant herds; the Masai Mara and a private conservancy; the Serengeti and the Great Migration; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Stone Town (UNESCO); the Indian Ocean.
Ideal for
Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
Route confidence
How this trip fits into a real itinerary
We check pickup timing, border movement, accommodation fit, activity order, and backup contact before confirming the final plan.
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Start point
Victoria Falls; the Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Hwange's elephant herds; the Masai Mara and a private conservancy; the Serengeti and the Great Migration; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Stone Town (UNESCO); the Indian Ocean.
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Route timing
Transfers, borders, and activity order checked locally
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Stay level
Budget, mid-range, lodge, camp, or premium pairing
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On-trip support
WhatsApp, phone, and local supplier coordination
Trip breakdown
What's included
Accommodation as per tier; meals as stated per leg; all guided activities listed; park, conservation and cross-border transfer fees; inter-country road and/or air sectors on the circuit; meet-and-greet at each border and airport; bottled water throughout.
Best season: Jul–Oct is the only sensible window — it places the migration in the northern Serengeti and the Mara while Hwange is at peak concentration.
Pace and grading: Moderate. One long connecting day between Southern and East Africa — schedule it honestly and use a Nairobi overnight rather than a same-day connection.
Ideal for: Once-in-a-lifetime clients, repeat Africa travellers wanting both halves of the continent, high-value couples, private groups.
Accommodation tiers: CLASSIC: budget-friendly park rest camps or basic tented camps. COMFORT: mid-range safari lodges and permanent tented camps, en-suite, pool. LUXURY: high-end concession camps, private plunge pools, private vehicle and guide.
International airfare; visas and the KAZA UniVisa fee where applicable; travel and medical insurance; gratuities; premium drinks; optional adrenaline and scenic-flight activities; meals not stated; personal purchases.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival Victoria Falls
Arrival Victoria Falls. Rainforest tour of all 16 viewpoints. Zambezi sunset cruise and a boma dinner.
1 day
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Day 2 — Morning Zambezi National Park game drive or an optional
Morning Zambezi National Park game drive or an optional helicopter Flight of Angels; afternoon community visit. Second night in the Falls.
1 day
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Day 3 — Transfer to Hwange with a guided stop at the Painted Dog
Transfer to Hwange with a guided stop at the Painted Dog Conservation Centre. Afternoon game drive to the pumped pans.
1 day
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Day 4 — Full Hwange day — dawn and afternoon game drives, optional
Full Hwange day — dawn and afternoon game drives, optional bush walk, floodlit waterhole.
1 day
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Day 5 — Morning game drive, then fly Victoria Falls to Nairobi via
Morning game drive, then fly Victoria Falls to Nairobi via Johannesburg. Evening arrival; overnight Nairobi.
1 day
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Day 6 — Fly to a Masai Mara airstrip
Fly to a Masai Mara airstrip. Afternoon game drive on the open plains.
1 day
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Day 7 — Full Mara day — the Mara River crossing points, lion
Full Mara day — the Mara River crossing points, lion prides, cheetah and leopard. Optional dawn balloon flight.
1 day
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Day 8 — Transfer to a private conservancy — off-road access, a
Transfer to a private conservancy — off-road access, a walking safari with a Maasai guide and a night drive.
1 day
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Day 9 — Fly across the border to the Serengeti
Fly across the border to the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in the current migration sector.
1 day
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Day 10 — Full Serengeti day following the herds and their attendant
Full Serengeti day following the herds and their attendant predators.
1 day
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Day 11 — Second Serengeti day — the Seronera valley for leopard, or
Second Serengeti day — the Seronera valley for leopard, or the crossing points in season.
1 day
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Day 12 — Morning game drive, then east to the Ngorongoro rim with an
Morning game drive, then east to the Ngorongoro rim with an Olduvai Gorge stop.
1 day
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Day 13 — Early crater descent for a full day on the floor — black
Early crater descent for a full day on the floor — black rhino, big-maned lions and flamingo — then transfer to Arusha.
1 day
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Day 14 — Fly to Zanzibar
Fly to Zanzibar. Afternoon Stone Town walking tour and the Forodhani night market.
1 day
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Day 15 — Morning spice farm tour, then the transfer to the coast
Morning spice farm tour, then the transfer to the coast. Afternoon and evening on the beach.
1 day
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Day 16 — Morning at leisure, then the transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Morning at leisure, then the transfer to Zanzibar Airport for departure.
1 day
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
February has maximum water flow: The falls are at their most powerful with incredible spray (the "smoke that thunders"). Views may be obscured by mist, but the experience is dramatic. Temperatures are warm (25-30°C) with occasional rain.
Yes, bridge tours are available including: Historical tours explaining construction, engineering tours, and bridge walks. Some include bungee jumping or bridge swinging. Tours typically cost $15-$30 and require booking in advance. Safety equipment is provided.
The bridge was built from both sides simultaneously, meeting perfectly in the middle. Construction took 14 months (1904-1905) using steel shipped from England. The arch was assembled on falsework and then dropped into place - a remarkable engineering feat for its time.
Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.
Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.
It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.
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