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Wonders of Botswana & Zimbabwe

  • Duration
    9 days
  • Tour Type
    Private Tour
  • Tour Style
    Private
  • Price From
    £3,990pp

Embark on a journey that takes you from the untamed wilderness of Chobe and Hwange National Parks, into the mists of Victoria Falls - unforgettable experiences await in southern Africa’s perfect pairing.

  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 7 , Lunches: 6 , Dinners: 5
  • Accommodation
    8 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 2
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet

Why Choose a Wendy Wu Private Tour?

  • Travel on any day you wish
  • Tailored for parties as small as two
  • A private trip just for you and your chosen travel party.
  • Enjoy the undivided attention of your knowledgable private guide.
  • Enjoy a more intimate and authentic travel experience

Tour Highlights

Our Wonders of Botswana & Zimbabwe tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

Chobe National Park

Discover the abundence of wildlife that calls the National Park home, whilst being surrounded by spectacular landscapes.

Hwange

Journey into Zimbabwe, where you will find Hwange, a wildlife-packed national park. Hwange is one of the 10 largest parks in Africa and is home to the world's largest population of elephants. 

Victoria Falls

Explore one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights - Most-oa-Tunya, 'the Smoke that Thunders', a stunning waterfall that boasts a 100 metre drop at Victoria Falls. 

Authentic Experience

‘The Simunye Spirit of Africa’ show

Sit back and relax as you take in ‘The Simunye Spirit of Africa’ show, a dynamic and vibrant performance showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Africa through a captivating blend of traditional music, dance, and storytelling, celebrating the continent’s unity and diversity.

Authentic Experience

Taste traditional Zimbabwean food

At the heart of Chinotimba, Victoria Falls’ largest and oldest township, visit a home to meet local women and dine on food cooked the traditional Zimbabwean way. You’ll get a taste of local culture and discover Chinotimba’s soul while supporting women’s welfare and female empowerment.

Authentic Experience

Cruise the Chobe River

Rise with the dawn to float serenely down the Chobe River. You’ll be surrounded by the birds and animals that call the river and its banks home; look out for elephants bathing, hippos wallowing in the shallows, giraffes and antelopes close by and even predators stopping for a drink.

Tour Itinerary

B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

  • Day 1
    Transfer to Chobe D
    Day 1: Transfer to Chobe

    On arrival in Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred to Chobe where you will have the rest of the day to relax before dinner.

  • Day 2
    Chobe River Safari B L D
    Day 2: Chobe River Safari

    Spend the morning cruising on the peaceful Chobe River, a wonderful way to see the abundance of birds and animals that live in and around the water. Look out for elephants, hippos, giraffes and antelope, to name just a few. Back on dry land, head back to your lodge, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy some relaxation time before another safari adventure into the wilderness of Chobe National Park.

  • Day 3
    Chobe Game Drives B L D
    Day 3: Chobe Game Drives

    Venture back into the glorious Chobe National Park. Named for the Chobe River, which forms its northern boundary, the river waters attracts plentiful wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles,vast herds of elephants and so much more. This, and its spectacular landscapes make it one of Africa’s most iconic national parks. Enjoy unforgettable adventures today on morning and afternoon guided game drives.

  • Day 4
    Travel to Hwange
    Day 4: Travel to Hwange

    Bid farewell to Chobe and cross over the border into Zimbabwe to discover another wildlife-packed national park, Hwange. One of the 10 largest parks in Africa, Hwange is teeming with extraordinary animals. It is particularly known for being home to the world’s largest population of elephants but also shelters over 100 other species of animals, and over 400 species of birds, including the carmine bee-eater and southern ground hornbill. You’ll arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure to prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.

  • Day 5
    Discover Hwange B L D
    Day 5: Discover Hwange

    Today will be spent amongst the vast wilds of Hwange National Park on epic morning and afternoon game drives, spotting creatures that include lions, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs. Enjoy the facilities your lodge has to offer during the leisure time between game drives.

  • Day 6
    Game Drives B L
    Day 6: Game Drives

    Savour your final safari of the trip, ticking off those last few incredible birds and animals from Hwange’s diverse range of habitats. Hit the road back to Victoria Falls where a delicious lunch is waiting. After lunch you have the rest of the day at leisure.

  • Day 7
    Visit Victoria Falls B L
    Day 7: Visit Victoria Falls

    Wander pathways through lush rainforest to reach a lookout point. Before you, will be one of the world’s most aweinspiring sights - Most-oa-Tunya, ‘the Smoke that Thunders’, Victoria Falls. Enjoy lunch at the iconic Lookout Café, which boasts glorious views of the Batoka Gorge. The afternoon is at leisure before a magical evening show, featuring local professional artists in an intimate 195-seat open-air theatre.

  • Day 8
    Explore Victoria Falls B L D
    Day 8: Explore Victoria Falls

    Start the day with a warm welcome in the township of Chinotamba, where you’ll visit a local woman who will give you a taste of traditional Zimbabwean life and a delicious lunch of traditional Zimbabwean foods too. This afternoon enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi river as you take in the breathtaking scenery and a magnificent sunset. Dinner tonight is a lively, cultural experience set in an open-air, thatched boma. The evening is filled with drumming, dance performances, and storytelling.

  • Day 9
    Depart Victoria Falls B
    Day 9: Depart Victoria Falls

    Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.

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Wonders of Botswana & Zimbabwe  map

Places Visited: UK - Victoria Falls - Chobe (3N) - Hwange (2N) - Victoria Falls (3N) - UK

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Your Tour Includes

Depart UK: Any date you wish
Duration: 9 days
Price from: £3,990pp

Tailormake your tour

This private tour can be tailored to suit your own wishes

  • Change the route
  • Alter how long you stay in each place
  • Choose different hotels
  • Change the sightseeing
  • Add in more or less free time
  • Include more immersive experiences

Or alternatively we can build the perfect tour for you from scratch. Just call our Tailormade Team to get started.

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Sample Hotels

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.