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10 Day | Family Adventure to Zimbabwe

Country Zimbabwe
Theme Family Fun | City Touring | Culture
Budget From $5,695
Duration 10 Days

Itinerary Description

This itinerary offers the ultimate family safari as you travel to three diverse areas including Victoria Falls with the Upper Zambezi, Hwange National Park and the cultural site of Matobo Hills. Activities are varied and have something for everyone including day and night game drives in open-vehicles, walking safaris, game viewing by boat, exploration of caves to see ancient bushmen art and cultural village visits. The camps and lodges welcome children 7 and up and enjoy sharing the African experience with them. Ask about visiting a Mother Africa or Children in the Wilderness project for a day or two of voluntourism.

Rates reflect special “Stay 6-Pay 5” at Ivory Lodge and Amalinda Lodge! This offer includes a free transfer Ivory/Amalinda.

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01

Arrive Johannesburg

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Overnight African Rock Hotel & Spa.

Day 02+03

Victoria Falls

This morning you will be transferred back to the airport for your scheduled flight to Victoria Falls. On arrival you will have a private transfer to your lodge. Late this afternoon, board your vessel for a scenic sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Next day you will be collected for a morning Tour of Victoria Falls. Continue to a local village school where you have the opportunity to meet with students and teachers (this visit operates on weekdays and when school is in session). Return to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. 2 nights Palm River or Elephant Camp.

Day 04-06

Hwange

Return road transfer to the Victoria Falls airport for your scheduled charter flight to Hwange National Park. Upon arrival you will be met by your guide and game drive en route to camp. Day and night game drives and walks are offered. Enjoy two days of game viewing activities. 3 nights Ivory Lodge, Khulu Bush Camp or Sable Valley or Little Makalolo Camp.

Day 07-09

Matobo Hills

After breakfast, depart by private vehicle where you drive from Hwange to your lodge located in the Matobo National Park arriving late afternoon. Enjoy two days of activities. 3 nights Amalinda Lodge.

Day 10

Matobo Hills/Bulawayo/Johannesburg/Depart

Road transfer to the Bulawayo Airport for your scheduled inter-Africa flight to Johannesburg.

Safari Pricing Details

2025 Land Arrangements:

Based on Palm River, Ivory Lodge and Amalinda Lodge | Based on 2 adults + 2 children or 2 teens. Surcharges apply for other camps.

Jun-Oct

Per adult double

From $5,695

Children (ages 7-12)

From $3,450

Teen (ages 13-16)

From $5,375

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Accommodations

African Rock

Tourist Class

African Rock is an exclusive boutique hotel located 11 kilometers from the Johannesburg International Airport in the quiet suburb of Kempton Park. The interior is a delightful

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Palm River Hotel

First Class

The Palm River Hotel is surrounded by beautiful cascading trees and provides unequivocal views of the Zambezi River. The hotel is only a 5 minutes away from Victoria Falls and its

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Elephant Camp

Classic

Elephant Camp is located on a private concession near Victoria Falls. Nine luxury suites feature private viewing deck and plunge pool, air-conditioning, mini-bar and en suite bath

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Ivory Lodge

Vintage

Ivory Lodge is set on its own 6,000-acre conservancy bordering Hwange National Park. The nine en suite rooms are built in the treetops of a teak forest and have sweeping views of

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Khulu Bush Camp

Classic

Khulu Bush Camp is located on a private 6,000-acre game concession bordering Hwange National Park. There are six thatched, safari-style suites built onto platforms. The tents are

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Sable Valley

Back in the 80’s when safaris were becoming fashionable, Sable Valley was built on a fragile ecosystem called The Dete Vlei. This very camp was made famous in 1991 when her

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Little Makalolo

Classic

Little Makalolo is located in a private concession area of Hwange National Park. The camp has six classic tents with en suite bathrooms, including a flush toilet, and shower with

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Amalinda Lodge

Classic

Amalinda Lodge is a visually stunning lodge built among the rocky outcrops of an ancient Bushman’s shelter. The granite kopjes provide the ultimate architectural backdrop for the

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The Africa Adventure Company was one of the first boutique travel agencies to offer customizable Africa travel itineraries. Together we can create a trip that includes the experiences and destinations most important to you, your family, or your group.

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