Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe

Into the Wild: Zimbabwe Walking & Canoeing Safari

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Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist

Countries Visited

Zimbabwe

Places Visited

Victoria Falls, Matusadona National Park, Mana Pools National Park, Chirundu...

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Suggested Duration

11 Days

Safari is different in Zimbabwe. Walk across landscapes of rhinos and elephants, canoe through rivers of big game, and feel a deep connection with the wild. Combine a 4-day canoe expedition with days spent walking in the bush, and this exclusive adventure provides a new perspective on African safari. You will find yourself listening, smelling, looking and feeling as all of your senses will be inspired on this intrepid journey into areas that very rarely see people. Celebrate the authenticity and...

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Trip Highlights

  • Paddle through the wilderness with an exclusive 4-day canoeing expedition on the Zambezi River, passing through the epic big game of Mana Pools National Park
  • Wander into the wild with a 3-day walking safari in Hwange National Park, savoring astonishing encounters with elephants, giraffe, rhino, and dozens of unique species
  • Stand before Victoria Falls and get soaked by its spray, the best way to appreciate the force of the world’s most powerful waterfall
  • Camp on remote Zambezi River islands, where you’re surrounded by wildlife and enveloped by nature
  • Journey into landscapes that receive just a handful of visitors a year; you paddle parts of the Zambezi cut off by road or trail, and walk in a restricted private concession
  • Discover Zimbabwe’s animals from new perspectives and lose track over the species you encounter: buffalo, rhino, eland, cheetah, rhino, elephant, giraffe, zebra, and so many more of the continent’s icons
  • Complement the canoeing and walking with short game drives, a chance to get really close to lions and leopards
  • Fully immerse yourself in the sounds and smells of an untouched world, gaining a true appreciation of Africa and a raw connection with the landscape
  • Spend a day game driving around Matusadona National Park, another of Zimbabwe’s remote wonderlands

Starting Price

$14,300 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service

4.94 stars based on 548 reviews.

South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Wildlife,...

Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.

Reviewed By Carolyn T.

South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Tour Review: 10 Nights

Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.

Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.

Reviewed By Anil M.

South Africa, Zimbabwe Tour Review: Cape Town, Franschhoek,...

Zicasso's trip planner arranged the most fabulous trip for my family. She knew exactly what I wanted and delivered a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Africa! She always answered my questions promptly. She chose memorable experiences for us, our lodgings were top-notch, and she "kept in touch, behind the scenes," to ensure all elements were going smoothly. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone planning a trip to Africa!

Reviewed By Nancy H.

Rwanda, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique Trip Review:...

It was very well planned. Zicasso's travel specialist was responsive and flexible in the planning process and throughout the final details.

Reviewed By LESLIE W.

South Africa, Zimbabwe Vacation Review: Safari, 11 Nights...

The trip was amazing. Zicasso's trip expert did an awesome job planning the trip. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and exceeded all of our expectations. The “in-country” travel was seamless. Our accommodations and tours were all top-notch. I can‘t thank her enough for planning this awesome experience.

Reviewed By Catherine R.

South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe: Safari, 13 Nights

The service before, during, and after our trip was totally "white-glove," and there were extra perks that we were surprised with each day of our trip. Zicasso's travel company listened to our goals and met and exceeded every one. We recommend them in every way and will be using them in the future!

Reviewed By bonnie A.

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