Zambezi National Park, Matabeleland North: Our most recommended tours and activities

Victoria Falls: Scenic Day Tour, Lunch and Helicopter Flight

1. Victoria Falls: Scenic Day Tour, Lunch and Helicopter Flight

Experience this all in one spectecular packaged day tour which starts daily in Victoria Falls. You will be picked up from your lodge to the Victoria Falls Rainforest Park. You will be guided through the Rainforest on each of the 16 view points, with your guide, who will give a brief history of the Victoria Falls [Mosi-oa-tunya] as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird, wildlife, cultural and historical information of the local people and other points of interest. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is Nature’s Supreme Masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality…and nothing prepares you for your first sight. After the falls tour your guide will transfer you to the Helipad for the helicopter flight over the mighty Victoria Falls. Here you will Experience and enjoy a bird's eye view of the whole Victoria Falls in the sky. the best way to complement the guided walk. You can collect and pay for your video and pictures of the helicopter flight. Soon after the Helicopter Short Flight, you will be transferred to the Lookout Café for lunch, here you will enjoy lunch seated at the the edge of the Batoka Gorges with magnificent views of the river, overlooking the Victoria falls bridge and the luxury Victoria Falls Hotel. Guides are also very happy to assist you with photographs whilst visiting all the points of interest. Once done with lunch you will be taken back to the hotel and probably pass through the Big Tree were you will take Pictures under the biggest and most oldest Tree in the region !

Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise and Dinner at The Eatery

2. Victoria Falls: Sunset Cruise and Dinner at The Eatery

Make the most of your time on the Zambezi River and join a sunset cruise followed by a gourmet meal served under the canopy of the night sky. Your evening begins as you board the Zambezi Explorer for a river cruise to watch the sunset. Admire breathtaking views as the day slowly draws to a close and the world around you is bathed in warm amber light. Meander through the watery wilderness, passing small river islands and lush vegetation with the spray of the Victoria Falls in the background. Once the sun has set and the skies darken, head back to the Pure Africa Waterfront for the next leg of your African experience. Sit down to a delicious three-course al fresco dinner at The Eatery. Enjoy leisurely dining at its best, listening to the sounds of the African bush at night as you savor the gourmet dishes prepared by the chef.

Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour

3. Victoria Falls: Helicopter Tour

One of the most magical moments of your helicopter flight over Victoria Falls is when you start to ascend as you exit our helipad. The view from up above is beautiful, but you can’t help but feel a sense of awe as you start to see the falls coming closer and closer. It’s a moment that you won’t forget any time soon. The ride lasts for approximately 15mins over the upper Zambezi River and the Falls itself. Each passenger enjoys views of the falls from their window and are able to fully capture the falls from both the left and right side as the helicopters completes its flips over the falls, Clients are also able to capture on both left and right side the beautiful stretch of the gorges. You’ll witness the natural beauty of the Batoka Gorge on the Zambezi River as you fly downriver following this world heritage site’s mighty Zambezi as it carves a path through steep cliffs. We’ll be flying over long island on the upper Zambezi upstream from the falls, towards the Zambezi National Park, home to a wide variety of wildlife. This is a wonderful opportunity to see wildlife from the air, as well as up and down the river. Elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, giraffes, kudus, and many other animals may be spotted as we return to the helipad. After the flight our driver will drop you off at your lodge.

Zambezi National Park Game Drive - Small Group

4. Zambezi National Park Game Drive - Small Group

Exploring the vast genuine wilderness of the Zambezi National Park, these drives set off either in the early morning or mid-afternoon. Using an open four-wheel-drive vehicle, the game drive allows the guests to discover many interpretations of the bush and all its inhabitants, related to them by our suitable trained, and qualified guides. This is an uncontrived bush experience, covering a genuinely wild, unfenced wilderness area. Please note that the Zambezi National Park is only a five-minute drive from Victoria Falls town, so there are no lengthy transfers involved. The morning safari sets off at 0600hrs and a light breakfast, tea/coffee, and mineral waters are served. The afternoon safari departs at 1500hrs and soft drinks mineral waters and snacks are provided.

Victoria Falls:Helicopter Scenic Flight Above Victoria Falls

5. Victoria Falls:Helicopter Scenic Flight Above Victoria Falls

This is an ideal bird’s eye aerial view of the Zambezi River, The Victoria Falls & Zambezi National park. For a different perspective, you will view the breath-taking wonder from the air in all its beauty as it flows into the breathtaking batoka gorges. The excursion greatly complements the ground walking tour of the Victoria Falls. You will also have the chance to see the most astonishing Batoka gorges, the historical bridge, Livingstone town & the Zambezi National Park. Experience the unrivalled view of the majestic Victoria Falls, the Mighty Zambezi and all its wildlife, and see first-hand Victoria Falls and all its beauty as one, with our 13 minute flight over the Victoria Falls. Study the topography of the surrounding areas and experience the beauty and depths of the Batoka Gorge.

From Victoria Falls: Sunrise to Sunset Chobe Safari

6. From Victoria Falls: Sunrise to Sunset Chobe Safari

The first region to be created into a national park by Botswana was Chobe as it is the most biologically diverse with a huge concentration of game. As you’ll be among the first to arrive into the park on this early morning trip, you’ll have the best chance of seeing a large range of wildlife. The park is commonly known for its remarkable elephant population. Follow big cats across the wilderness, edge up to herds of elephants, buffalo and giraffes, and cruise down the Chobe River for water-based wildlife encounters. The day trip to Chobe takes you deep into Botswana’s big game country, a vast and diverse terrain that supports a huge assortment of creatures. Get ready for an adventure that excels in location and excites with its animal experiences. Your expert guide will take you to the places where big game and other wildlife sightings are guaranteed. Among the animals that you might see in Chobe National Park are elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, sable, and hundreds of bird species. You will be picked up from your hotel at 5:00 AM. The drive from Victoria Falls to the park takes just over an hour, and the day trip includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Zimbabwe. Getting into the park early increases your chances of seeing lions and other wildlife that are less active in the heat of the day. The game drive into Chobe National Park will start soon after the gates open. Your driver will be a professional guide with extensive knowledge of the park and its inhabitants. The park is especially known for its massive elephant population, huge array of bird species, and big cats such as lion and leopard. You will discover some of the park’s distinct ecosystems with dense woodland, extensive savannahs, and rolling grasslands while traveling along the Caprivi floodplains. After your game drive, you’ll be treated to lunch at the Chobe Safari Lodge, before a 3-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River. This will give you ample opportunities to enjoy the gorgeous river scenery and extraordinarily close views of lots of animals, including elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and bird life. This is a highlight for most, which ends with a view of the sunset over the river. After the river cruise, you will return to your hotel in Victoria Falls late evening.

Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise

7. Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise

You will be picked up from your hotel at 7:00 AM and make your way to the Zambezi National Park where your game drive will take place in an open four-wheel drive vehicle. Your qualified guide will drive you through the unique Zimbabwean bush, covering a genuinely wild, unfenced wilderness area. You may be lucky enough to spot a variety of animals, including elephants, zebras, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, leopards and much more. At 11:00 AM, you will go on a guided tour of Victoria Falls to witness one of the greatest shows on earth – the raging waters of the Zambezi River crashing into the Batoka Gorge. This experience takes you through parts of the Victoria Falls Rainforest to the cliffs opposite the massive cascade. From here, you will get the best view of the main falls. Get ready to witness the remarkable power of nature, and a spectacle you will remember for a lifetime.  At 1:00 PM, make your way to the Lookout Café where lunch will be provided with a spectacular view. Perched 120m above the turbulent rapids of the Zambezi River, this is undoubtedly the best view in Victoria Falls. You can select your lunch from the à la carte menu while you relax and take in the amazing views. Alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks can be bought from the cash bar.  Your driver will then take you back to your hotel for a small break while waiting for the sundowner cruise. At 4:30 PM you'll be picked up again for the sunset cruise down the majestic Zambezi River. This is a fantastic time to be on the river to observe wildlife as they come down to the river for their last drink. You will slowly make your way along the Zambezi River and witness one of the most beautiful sunsets on the African continent. You can experience nature’s beauty and splendor while enjoying a refreshing drink from the cash bar. Return to your hotel at approximately 7:30 PM after what will undoubtedly be a fantastic day.

Victoria Falls: Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

8. Victoria Falls: Private Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River

Experience a private and exclusive sunset cruise on the Zambezi River with your loved ones. Enjoy decadent canapés and cocktails served on board. Peacefully and intimately explore the Zambezi River’s navigable channels as it idles quietly up and downstream. As the sun sets, toast the orange-tinged sky, the lull of the waters, and each other.

Victoria Falls: Sunrise Cruise on the Zambezi River

9. Victoria Falls: Sunrise Cruise on the Zambezi River

Get picked up from your accommodation in Victoria Falls bright and early for your sunrise cruise on the Zambezi River. Choose between a continental and English Breakfast, drink a cup of freshly-brewed coffee, and marvel at the sunrise as Zimbabwe's brightly colored birds begin taking flight. Ask your captain to identify them for you.

Victoria Falls: Zambezi Sunset Boat Cruise

10. Victoria Falls: Zambezi Sunset Boat Cruise

The Zambezi Sunset cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Zambezi River, There are great photographic opportunities against often-spectacular African sunsets. Flocks of birds skim the waterline as the sun sets behind the African skyline. You may have the opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile, buffalo and elephant as well as enjoy the many different bird species. Whilst cruising, you will be served with snacks, beer, wines, local spirits and soft drinks, all are available on board. The cruise takes about 2 and half hours. Your guide will pick you up at the hotel for a short transfer to the jetty site where you will board your boat for the sunset cruise. Enjoy and experience the sun setting. as soon as the sun sets. your driver will drop you off at he lodge/Hotel.

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based on 8 reviews

This was an excellent trip but there was a few hiccups at the start. We were late being picked up and then there was an issue at the border when passing us onto the transfer at the Botswana side. The guide at chobe also didn’t know we were supposed to be on a cruise after the game drive either. Although he did sort this for us. People make mistakes though and we weren’t going to let it ruin our holiday. The border is around 45/60 mins form vic falls and is open between 06:00-20:00. The trip itself is amazing. The game drive with Brave was excellent and he was very informative. Sitting in the 4x4 surrounded by hundreds of passing elephants is something you will never forget. Brave was also able to spot not one but two different leopards at two different times during the drive. One was up a tree and we were able to get some brilliant photos. We also saw lions charging elephants and all the other animals. The cruise was also good seeing elephants make the river crossing

It was sensational, Prince Tee was a great great guide - please keep treating him well as I’m sure you are! We were collected and dropped off with no issues, and had an enjoyable open top ride in the car before exploring the park