Tour Overview
wildlife safari is the focus of this 9 day Zimbabwe itinerary with Eton Safaris. The route is paced for clear daily logistics, guided activities matching Zimbabwe Wildlife Safaris, comfortable lodge stays on overnight days, and a final day with breakfast and lunch only before departure.
9-day Zimbabwe Zambezi National Park safari Tour Package in Zimbabwe with Eton Safaris. We arrange lodges, park permits, transport, and guided safaris with experienced local teams. Share your travel dates and interests for a tailored itinerary.
Tour Highlights
- day Zimbabwe Zambezi National Park safari focus across Zimbabwe
- Guided time in Mana Pools National Park
- Signature activity: cultural dance evening
- Private driver-guide and road support
- Lodge base at Amadwala Lodge (route dependent)
- Meal plan aligned to daily safari timing
- Transparent inclusions for park fees and listed activities
- Designed for strong on-page clarity and itinerary scannability
Includes
- Park entry fees (non-resident rates)
- All included activities (optional extras not included)
- All accommodation as per the itinerary (upgrade options available)
- An expert driver/guide to enhance your experience
- All transport throughout the tour (optional transfers not included)
- All taxes and service charges
- Meals as specified in your daily itinerary
Excludes
- International flights (to/from your home country)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation
- Tips and gratuities (recommended guideline: per day)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Any government-imposed tax or park fee increases
- Selected meals as specified in the day-by-day section
- Drinks and beverages
Itinerary in details
Day1Arrival Transfer & Orientation Toward Mana Pools National Park
A measured start to the day unfolds when a transfer from Harare Airport, easing into Zimbabwe's landscapes while your guide outlines the coming days. The route then leads into Mana Pools National Park, where Mana Pools walking safari sets the tone for this privately guided departure. Check-in at Amadwala Lodge follows, with time to settle before dinner and a clear briefing on tomorrow's pace. You end the day reviewing wildlife highlights with your guide over dinner.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amadwala Lodge
Day2Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — hide photography session
Your journey opens with dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate hide photography session, balancing comfort stops and wildlife movement through the day. Guides next introduce you to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Nightfall brings a restorative pause under clear African skies.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
Day3Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — cultural dance evening
Travelers set out as dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Matobo rhino tracking, prioritizing low-impact access for wildlife movement through the day. A scenic transfer carries you to Camp Hwange for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. As dusk arrives, the lodge becomes a quiet base for stories from the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Hwange
Day4Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — Hwange elephant plains drive
Guests leave camp promptly as dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Hwange elephant plains drive, following ranger cues for wildlife movement through the day. Later in the day the focus shifts to The Hide Safari Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Evening settles with time to rest and prepare for the next chapter.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: The Hide Safari Camp
Day5Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — Mana Pools walking safari
The private vehicle departs once dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate sunset cruise on the Zambezi, focusing patiently on wildlife movement through the day. By afternoon the program moves into Somalisa Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The lodge team settles you in while your guide confirms the next morning’s plan.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Somalisa Camp
Day6Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — Victoria Falls spray walk
This chapter of the safari starts when dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Victoria Falls spray walk, building photographic opportunities around wildlife movement through the day. After a short refreshment stop you reach Ruckomechi Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Guests wind down with optional briefings on tomorrow’s conservation notes.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ruckomechi Camp
Day7Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — Matobo rhino tracking
With soft morning light across the landscape, dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate cultural dance evening, pairing interpretive commentary with wildlife movement through the day. Your driver then links the next segment toward Victoria Falls Safari Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Dinner is timed for an early start tomorrow, keeping energy high for the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Day8Mana Pools National Park Focus Day — Zambezi canoeing
Following a short safety orientation, dedicated time in Mana Pools National Park. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Zambezi canoeing, balancing comfort stops and wildlife movement through the day. The itinerary pivots naturally into Amakhala Safari Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The schedule closes with a relaxed return and an early night ahead.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amakhala Safari Lodge
Day9Final Activity Window & Departure via Harare Airport
The day begins as a final outing around Mana Pools National Park, keeping the schedule flexible so highlights of Mana Pools walking safari can be enjoyed without rush. From there the experience deepens around your outbound transfer route, with packed timing that protects flight or border connections. After a light midday meal, the safari concludes as your driver returns you toward Harare Airport. You end the day reviewing wildlife highlights with your guide over dinner.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Only
Accommodation: No accommodation
Frequently asked questions
What animals will I see on Wildlife in Zimbabwe?
Wildlife focuses on the parks and habitats Zimbabwe is known for — savannah game drives, boat cruises where available, and lodges close to the wildlife you came to see.
How many days do I need for Wildlife?
A short Wildlife highlight can work in a few days. A fuller Zimbabwe wildlife circuit with two or more parks is typically a week or more.
When is the best time for Wildlife in Zimbabwe?
Dry months usually mean easier game viewing. We plan Wildlife around rains, park roads, and the wildlife movements that matter for your dates.
Can I add gorilla trekking or beach time to Wildlife?
Yes, only where those experiences exist. We keep Wildlife as the wildlife core and add gorillas, chimps, or beach days in destinations that actually offer them.
