18-DAY CIRCLE TOUR OF ZIMBABWE & BOTSWANA
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This 14-day accommodated safari combines Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage with Botswana’s world-famous wildlife. Begin in Victoria Falls with a Boma dinner and Zambezi sunset cruise, then journey to Hwange National Park for full-day game drives. Travel across Zimbabwe to the Great Zimbabwe ruins, Bulawayo, and Matopos National Park before crossing into Botswana to explore Makgadikgadi Pans, Nata Bird Sanctuary, Elephant Sands, and the incredible Chobe National Park.
This itinerary is perfectly balanced: culture, wildlife, history, adventure, and relaxation — guided by seasoned safari professionals.
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Victoria Falls, Hwange, Great Zimbabwe, Matopos, Makgadikgadi Pans, Nata, Chobe
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Countries: Zimbabwe & Botswana
Start: Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
End: Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
Meals: As per itinerary
Accommodation: Lodges & Safari Camps
Style: Accommodated Safari Tour
Minimum: 2 guests
TOUR TYPE
- Accommodated Safari
- Small Group
- Multi-Country (Zimbabwe + Botswana)
- Wildlife, Culture & Scenic Tour
TRIP INFO
- Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
- Age Limit: 8+
- Transport: Safari 4×4, minibus transfers
- Travel Style: Accommodated
- Countries Visited: Zimbabwe, Botswana
LANGUAGE
English (primary)
Shona (on request)
Ndebele (on request)
French (on request)
Spanish (on Request)
German (on Request)
TRANSPORT
Safari-modified 4×4 vehicles
Minibus transfers
Boat cruises
ACCOMMODATION
Dzimbabwe Lodge (2 nights)
Miombo Safari Camp (2 nights)
Ancient City Lodge (2 nights)
Banff Lodge (2 nights)
Nata Lodge (1 night)
Gweta Lodge (1 night)
Elephant Sands (1 night)
Tlou Safari Lodge (2 nights)
MEALS
- Breakfast daily
- Dinners as stated
- Lunches on selected days
GROUP SIZE
Minimum 2
Maximum 12
HIGHLIGHTS SUMMARY
- Boma Dinner
- Zambezi Sunset Cruise
- Village Tour
- Painted Dogs
- Hwange Full-Day Game Drive
- Great Zimbabwe Ruins Tour
- Matopos Rhino Tracking
- Makgadikgadi Pans
- Meerkat Colony
- Elephant Sands
- Chobe Game Drives
- Chobe Cruise
FAQs
Q: Do I need a visa?
A: Yes — double entry Zimbabwe visa is required.
Q: What vehicle is used?
A: Comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles.
Q: Are meals included?
A: All meals are included as stated in itinerary.
Q: Can dietary needs be accommodated?
A: Yes — advise when booking.
EXTRA SERVICES
- Airport transfers
- Additional activities (helicopter flights, cultural tours)
- Extra nights in Victoria Falls
WHY BOOK WITH US
- Professional guides
- Handpicked lodges
- Cross-country expertise
- Safe, reliable safari vehicles
- Small groups for better experience
EXTENSION OPTIONS
- Okavango Delta
- Harare City Tour
- Victoria Falls extra nights
CAMPING OPTION
Available on request for certain sections.
ACCOMMODATED OPTION
This tour is fully accommodated — all lodges and camps included.
Included/Excluded
- All highlights listed
- All meals as per itinerary
- Professional guide
- Accommodation as stated
- Transport (4×4 game drive vehicles)
- Cross-border travel logistics
- Visas (double-entry required)
- Tips
- Optional activities
- Alcoholic beverages
Tour Plan
DAY 1 – VICTORIA FALLS
Accommodation: Dzimbabwe Lodge
Meals: Dinner
Highlights Included:
Pickup from Victoria Falls Airport
Boma Restaurant Cultural Dinner
DAY 2 – VICTORIA FALLS
Accommodation: Dzimbabwe Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
Zambezi River Sunset Dinner Cruise
Optional Activities: Guided Falls Tour, Helicopter Flight
DAY 3 – VICTORIA FALLS → HWANGE NP
Accommodation: Miombo Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
Village Tour
Painted Dog Conservation Centre Visit
DAY 4 – HWANGE NATIONAL PARK
Accommodation: Miombo Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Highlights Included:
Full-Day Game Drive
DAY 5 – ALL DAY DRIVE TO MASVINGO
Accommodation: Ancient City Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 6 – GREAT ZIMBABWE
Accommodation: Ancient City Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
Guided Tour of Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Sundowner at Lake Mutirikwi
DAY 7 – MASVINGO → BULAWAYO
Accommodation: Banff Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
- Bulawayo City Tour
- Old Bus Terminus
- Railway Museum
DAY 8 – FULL DAY MATOPOS NATIONAL PARK
Accommodation: Banff Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Highlights Included:
- Rhino Tracking
- Bushman Rock Paintings
- Visit Rhodes Grave
DAY 9 – BULAWAYO → NATA (MAKGADIKGADI SALT PANS)
Accommodation: Nata Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
- Pan Drive
- Nata Bird Sanctuary Sundowner
DAY 10 – CENTRAL MAKGADIKGADI SALT PANS (GWETA)
Accommodation: Gweta Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
- Meerkat Colony Visit
- San/Bushman Cultural Walk
DAY 11 – GWETA → NATA (ELEPHANT SANDS)
Accommodation: Elephant Sands
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
- Elephants at Waterhole
- Optional Activity: Game Drive
DAY 12 – NATA → CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Accommodation: Tlou Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Highlights Included:
- Sunset Boat Cruise
DAY 13 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Accommodation: Tlou Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights Included:
- Morning Game Drive
- Afternoon Game Drive
DAY 14 – CHOBE → VICTORIA FALLS (END)
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Victoria Falls Airport for your departure flight to Germany.
Tour Ends.
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