Name: ZAMBEZI GRAND EXPLORER
Brand: IC Africa Safaris and Tours
Price: 150000.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock

ZAMBEZI GRAND EXPLORER

From ZAR 150,000 per person

ZAMBEZI GRAND EXPLORER

Duration: 13 Days (Guided Tour)

Embark on an unforgettable small-group lodge safari through Zambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe, beginning in Livingstone and concluding in Victoria Falls. This immersive journey showcases Southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes, remarkable wildlife encounters, and the awe-inspiring power of the Zambezi River as it journeys toward the world-famous falls.

Carefully curated for comfort and discovery, this multi-country safari combines exceptional game viewing with scenic river experiences and cultural highlights. Throughout the journey, experienced professional guides share valuable insights into the region’s biodiversity, ecosystems, and heritage — enriching every moment of your adventure.

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ROUTE

Important Information

Highlights of the Journey

Livingstone

Your journey begins in the historic town of Livingstone, gateway to the mighty Victoria Falls. From the Zambian side, enjoy a guided exploration of this natural wonder, offering spectacular viewpoints and an unforgettable introduction to one of Africa’s most celebrated landmarks.

Chobe National Park

Experience outstanding wildlife viewing in the renowned Chobe National Park. Morning game drives reveal the park’s rich ecosystems and abundant wildlife, including large elephant herds and a variety of predators.
Your Chobe experience is perfectly complemented by a scenic sunset cruise along the Chobe River — one of the region’s signature safari highlights.

Hwange National Park

Discover the vast wilderness of Hwange National Park through extensive game viewing experiences. The itinerary includes a full-day game drive, additional drives on a private concession, and a visit to the respected Painted Dogs Conservation Centre.

Hwange is home to impressive populations of elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and numerous predators including lion, leopard, and cheetah. With more than 400 recorded bird species, the park is also a rewarding destination for bird enthusiasts.

Zambezi River

Enjoy a relaxing pontoon cruise on the majestic Zambezi River. This tranquil experience offers superb scenery, excellent birdlife sightings, and the chance to absorb the peaceful rhythm of the African wilderness.

Victoria Falls

Conclude your journey with a guided tour of Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwean side, providing a dramatic and expansive perspective of this natural wonder. A sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and a wide selection of optional activities ensure a memorable finale to your safari.

Days 1 – 2

David Livingstone Safari Lodge (or similar)

Livingstone, Zambia

Days 3 – 4

Hideaways Camp Kuzuma (or similar)

Chobe, Botswana

Days 5 – 6

Bumbusi Wilderness Camp (or similar)

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Days 7 – 8

Hideaways Nantwich Lodge (or similar)

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Days 9 – 10

Camp Simwenge (or similar)

Zambezi River, Zimbabwe

Days 11 – 13

Ilala Lodge (or similar)

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Included

Accommodation as specified or similar standard.
All transfers as per itinerary.
Scheduled safari activities and excursions.
Meals as outlined in the itinerary.

Excluded

International and regional flights.
Pre- and post-tour accommodation.
Optional activities.
All beverages.
Gratuities.
Personal expenses (telephone calls, curios, etc.).
Travel insurance and visas.

TRANSPORT

Airport and airstrip transfers are conducted in comfortable safari vehicles appropriate to the location and group size. Inter-camp transfers include light aircraft flights as specified in the itinerary.
Game viewing activities are carried out in specialised open 4×4 safari vehicles or on guided walking safaris led by qualified professional guides.

Visas

Guests are responsible for obtaining all required visas for travel to Zambia prior to departure.

Entry requirements may change, so we strongly recommend checking with the relevant consulates well in advance of travel.

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel and cancellation insurance is compulsory for all guests on this journey. Insurance arrangements remain the sole responsibility of the traveller.

Your policy must provide cover for the full duration of your trip, including but not limited to:

Personal Injury
Loss or damage to personal belongings (including camera and electronic equipment)
Medical expenses
Repatriation costs
Loss of luggage

Additional Information

Meals

Included meals are enjoyed at the lodges and camps featured in your itinerary. Most dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
Please inform ICA of any special dietary needs at the time of booking.

ITINERARY

Upon arrival at Livingstone International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your lodge. Settle in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this historic gateway to the Zambezi.

On the following day, we visit the magnificent Victoria Falls, known locally by the Kololo people as Mosi-oa-Tunya — “The Smoke That Thunders.” From the Zambian side, take in breathtaking panoramic views of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Later, unwind on a tranquil sunset cruise along the mighty Zambezi River, soaking up the golden African sunset and serene river scenery.

After breakfast, we continue our journey across the border into Botswana via Kasane, travelling into the wildlife-rich Greater Chobe region. This area is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and high concentrations of game.

Upon arrival at the lodge, the afternoon is at leisure with the option to join a sunset game drive (own account), offering the chance to encounter iconic species such as elephant, lion, and giraffe.

The following morning is dedicated to game viewing on the private concession in search of Africa’s remarkable wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on the Chobe River — one of the region’s signature safari experiences.

Today we cross into Zimbabwe and continue to our lodge situated in a wildlife-rich corner of Hwange National Park. After arrival, you may choose to join an optional half-day game drive (own account) to begin exploring this renowned reserve.

The next day is devoted to a full-day game drive through Hwange. The park is famous for its vast elephant herds, large buffalo populations, healthy predator numbers, and impressive diversity of birdlife.

We depart early for a full-day game drive in route to our next lodge within Hwange. Over the following two days, your safari experience deepens with extensive wildlife exploration.

Activities include:

One full-day game drive.
One morning game drive.

These excursions provide excellent opportunities to encounter both predators and plains game in one of Southern Africa’s premier wildlife destinations.

After breakfast, we travel to our next lodge set along the banks of the Zambezi River.

During your stay, enjoy guided game drives on the camp’s concession, located approximately 30 km from the lodge, where diverse wildlife and rich ecosystems await. Bird enthusiasts will appreciate the prolific birdlife, while fishing enthusiasts may try their hand at catching the famed tiger fish.

Your experience is complemented by a scenic sunset pontoon cruise on the Zambezi River — a peaceful and memorable highlight of the journey.

Today we journey to the vibrant town of Victoria Falls. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy one of the many optional adventure or cultural activities available.

The following day, experience the Falls from the Zimbabwean side on a guided tour, offering a spectacular and contrasting perspective of this natural wonder. Later, conclude the day with another relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.