Join the CEO of African Wildlife Safaris Steve Cameron on this exclusive 14-day safari to some of Zimbabwe’s most prestigious wildlife areas, including Hwange National Park and beautiful Mana Pools on the lower Zambezi River beyond Lake Kariba.
Tour Cost
USD $21,075 /pp twin share*
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Departs
04 September 2025 ex Harare, Zimbabwe
Group Size
Min 8 (with escort)
Max 12
*Single travellers on request. Subject to availability. Conditions apply.
Specially curated by Steve himself, this spectacular itinerary offers an intimate, unrivalled safari experience. All game viewing activities will be led by expert guides who have undergone some of the most rigorous training on the continent.
Zimbabwe is renowned for game drives, walking and canoeing safaris and Mana Pools National Park offers some of the most exciting wildlife adventures in Africa. Elephant and antelope frequently come to drink at the water’s edge, pods of hippo rule the river, and crocodiles laze on the sandbanks. Beautiful birds like kingfishers, bee eaters, herons and darters perch on the reeds and overhanding branches. Experience this firsthand with Steve, who has been to these areas numerous times.
From Mana Pools we head to Hwange National Park and beautiful Somalisa Camp which is situated deep inside this spectacular wilderness which teems with wildlife. Hwange is the country’s most famous park and home to the world’s largest population of elephant. Other iconic animals we might see, include giraffe, wildebeest, sable antelope, buffalo, hyena, lions, leopard and cheetah.
The safari ends in Victoria Falls on the Zambian side, at tranquil and luxurious Thorntree River Lodge within the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just 20 minutes upstream from the famous Falls.
Small and exclusive, this fabulous escorted safari includes expert guiding, games drives, and exciting walking and canoeing safaris away from busy tourist areas, guaranteeing an unrivalled safari experience. Designed on an all-inclusive basis (except in Harare) you can relax, enjoy and make the most of this unique and off-the-beaten-track safari of a lifetime.
Tour details
- 3 nights at beautiful Nyamatusi Camp in breathtaking Mana Pools National Park, positioned right on the Zambezi River. Feel the thrill of getting up close to wildlife in your canoe and seeing things from a different perspective.
- 2 nights at intimate Kanga Camp, deeper within Mana Pools NP. Kanga Pan offers the only source of water in the dry season. Sitting on a private concession, day and night game drives are a focus here.
- 4 nights at exclusive Somalisa Camp in Zimbabwe’s renowned Hwange National Park. Enjoy productive game drives and guided walks in search of elephant and lion.
- 3 nights at Thorntree River Lodge – a secluded lodge close to the famous Victoria Falls. Activities range from rhino walking safaris and canoeing to game drives and cultural visits.
- Meet and assist service in Harare
- Return road transfers between airport and hotel in Harare
- 1 night Highlands House Hotel B&B in Harare
- 3 nights accommodation at Nyamatusi Main Camp & Mahogany
- 2 nights accommodation at Kanga Camp
- 4 nights accommodation at Somalisa Camp
- Light aircraft transfers as per itinerary
- Road transfer from Nyamatusi to Kanga Camp
- Full board accommodation except in Harare
- Two Game activities per day
- All drinks (local spirits and wines)
- Shared road transfer from VFA airport to Thorntree Lodge
- Shared road transfer to Livingstone Airport
- Tipping
- Laundry
- International Airfares
- Visa costs
- Meals not mentioned
- Items of a personal nature.Please note: There is a luggage limit of 20kg including camera equipment and hand luggage on light aircraft flights.
The easiest way to get to Zimbabwe is via Johannesburg in South African. Multiple major airlines fly in here, including British Airways, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Delta Airlines, Qantas, and of course South African Airways. From Johannesburg there are regular flights to Harare, the starting point for this safari.
Itinerary
Untamed Zimbabwe & Zambia 2025
Thu 04 SEP 2025 ex Harare
14 days/13 nights
Day 1 | 04 Sep
Harare
On arrival at Harare airport transfer to Highlands House Hotel where you meet your tour escort. B
Days 2-4 | 05-07 Sep
Nyamatusi Camp
Morning transfer to Harare airport for the light aircraft flight to Mana Pools. Transfer by road to Nyamatusi Camp, an eco-conscious, luxury camp with an elevated central lodge overlooking the Zambezi River. The 6 tented guest suites have air-conditioning, indoor and outdoor shower, a private deck and plunge pool. Enjoy a variety of game activities including drives, foot safaris, canoeing and fishing (catch and release). BLD
Days 5/6 | 08/09 Sep
Kanga Camp
This morning we drive to Kanga Camp further into Mana Pools National Park. This intimate camp is situated on Kanga Pan, which is the only permanent water for a 20km radius and attracts large numbers of wildlife in the dry season. The upper lounge deck is shaded by a mahogany tree and is the perfect place for armchair game viewing. The camp has 6 guest tents with fans, a dressing area and en-suite outdoor bathroom with shower, flush toilet and basin with running hot water. With our guides we will take game drives and guided walks. BLD
Days 7-10 | 10-13 Sep
Somalisa Camp
This morning, we will be transferred by light aircraft to Somalisa Camp, situated in a private concession within Hwange National Park. Leading the way in eco-friendly accommodation it has been awarded the first GOLD Green Tourism Certification in Zimbabwe.
This romantic camp holds a fantastic position, nestled under the dappled shade of an Acacia grove overlooking a seasonal floodplain. The 7 luxury sail-tented suites have indoor and outdoor bathrooms with showers, a copper bathtub, fans, a battery charging station, a wood-burning fireplace and a private viewing deck. Guided excursions include morning and afternoon game drives or bush walks. BLD
Days 11-13 | 14-16 Sep
Thorntree River Lodge
We fly this morning to Victoria Falls and are transfer across the border to Thorntree River Lodge on the Zambian side of the falls. Located on the mighty Zambezi River just 20 minutes from the falls, this elegant lodge has 8 luxury suites and 2 family suites with indoor bathroom, outdoor shower and private plunge pool, deck and river view. The main lodge has both indoor and al fresco dining, a sunken boma area and an infinity pool all overlooking the river. Activities include a tour of the falls, rhino walking safari, canoeing, game drives, boat trips and cultural visits. BLD
Day 14 | 17 Sep
Tour Ends, Livingstone
This morning toy will be transferred to Livingstone Airport for your onward flight. Tour ends.
Tour Escort
Steve first visited Africa in 1982 leading overland safaris the length and breadth of the continent before returning to Australia and co-founding African Wildlife Safaris with his wife Sara. Over the last 40 years, Steve has returned to the continent more than 75 times, building an impressive resume and unrivalled knowledge of the African bush. Whilst Steve loves all things African, two of his favourite activities are walking through the African bush and canoeing the Zambezi – both featured in this unique itinerary.