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6 Days / 5 Nights
6 Days / 5 Nights Victoria Falls, Hwange & Matobo Hills
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Hwange elephant and predators; Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Matobo Hills UNESCO World Heritage Site; on-foot white rhino tracking; San rock art at Nswatugi and Pomongwe; World's View and Rhodes's grave; black eagle; Bulawayo Railway and…
6 Days / 5 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Painted Dog Conservation Centre, Matobo Hills National Park, Bulawayo.
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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.
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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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Experience overview
What to expect
6 Days / 5 Nights. Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Painted Dog Conservation Centre, Matobo Hills National Park, Bulawayo.
Quick facts
Destination
Hwange elephant and predators; Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Matobo Hills UNESCO World Heritage Site; on-foot white rhino tracking; San rock art at Nswatugi and Pomongwe; World's View and Rhodes's grave; black eagle; Bulawayo Railway and…
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Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
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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
Hwange elephant and predators; Painted Dog Conservation Centre; Matobo Hills UNESCO World Heritage Site; on-foot white rhino tracking; San rock art at Nswatugi and Pomongwe; World's View and Rhodes's grave; black eagle; Bulawayo Railway and…
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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; all meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the final day; twice-daily game activities with a licensed guide; park and conservation fees; road transfers; bottled water in the vehicle; airport meet-and-greet.
Best season: Apr–Oct is best overall. Rhino tracking runs year-round but is easier on dry ground May–Oct. Rock art is best photographed in the softer light of the green season.
Pace and grading: Moderate. Rhino tracking involves 1–3 hours of walking on uneven ground; some rock-art shelters require a short scramble.
Ideal for: Culturally curious travellers, rhino-focused clients, photographers, repeat visitors who have already done Falls-and-Hwange, and anyone wanting Zimbabwe beyond wildlife alone.
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 and domestic airfare; visas and border fees; travel and medical insurance; gratuities to guides and camp staff; premium and imported drinks; optional activities (helicopter flips, rafting, spa, balloon); laundry unless stated; items of a personal nature.
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Itinerary
Arrival Victoria Falls. Rainforest tour of all 16 viewpoints and a Zambezi sunset cruise. Boma dinner.
Transfer to Hwange with a guided stop at the Painted Dog Conservation Centre. Lunch, then an afternoon game drive to the pumped pans.
Full day in Hwange, dawn and afternoon game drives, siesta over lunch, optional guided bush walk with an armed professional guide. Floodlit waterhole in the evening.
Morning game drive, brunch, then the road transfer south-east to the Matobo Hills (approximately 4–5 hours) via Hwange town and Gwayi. Check in near the park. Sundowners on a granite whaleback with views over the balancing-rock landscape.
Full day in Matobo Hills National Park, on-foot white rhino tracking with a specialist guide in the Whovi intensive protection zone, San rock-art shelters at Nswatugi and Pomongwe (some of the finest in Southern Africa), and World's View at Malindidzimu, the grave of Cecil John Rhodes on a granite dome. Picnic lunch in the hills. Late afternoon raptor viewing, Matobo has the world's densest breeding population of black eagle.
Morning Bulawayo city tour, the National Railway Museum, the Natural History Museum and the colonial-era avenues, then transfer to Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport for afternoon flights, or an overland connection to Harare.
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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