3 Day Zambezi River Lodge

Day 1: A'Zambezi River Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Resting on the southern banks of the Zambezi River at the western end of the eponymous falls, this popular tourist town is compact enough to walk around and makes an ideal base for travelers exploring the seventh wonder of the world, the unfathomably vast Victoria Falls. About two-thirds of the falls can be viewed from the Zimbabwean side and, while the falls are undoubtedly the star attraction, the area provides both adventure seekers and sightseers with plenty of opportunities to warrant a longer stay. Popular activities include scenic flights over the falls in helicopters or microlights, bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting (seasonal), and day trips to Chobe National Park. The town itself offers some excellent accommodation and restaurant options as well as an eclectic variety of African curios and authentic art sold by friendly Zimbabwean locals who are wonderfully welcoming and eager to help you enjoy your stay.

Overnight: A'Zambezi River Lodge

The immense beauty of the Zambezi has captured the hearts of explorers for over a century. A’Zambezi is famed for its African-style design, curvy layout, distinctive thatched roof, and its perfect blending into the surrounding environment. Likewise, its accommodation follows the same theme, with thoughtfully decorated river-theme rooms in a variety of options.

 Activities

• Zambezi Dinner Cruise

Zambezi Dinner Cruise

SUNSET CRUISE: Heed the call of Africa while sipping traditional cocktails and enjoying delicious snacks in the fading twilight hours on this fabulous two-hour cruise.

Basis

• Bed and Breakfast

Included

• Dinner

Excluded

• Park Fees

Day 2: A'Zambezi River Lodge, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Day Itinerary After Tour of the Falls, you have a choice of one activity out of three, Lion Walk, Elephant Encounter and Helicopter Flight of Angels

Activities

• 0900hrs Guided tour of the Falls (Zimbabwe)
• Time TBA A choice of Lion Walk or Elephant Encounter or Flight of the Angels Helicopter Experience
• 1900hrs The Boma Restaurant

Guided tour of the Falls (Zimbabwe)

A view of Victoria Falls is something you will never forget and the best way to see them is on a guided tour. Discover how the Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them. These tours are extremely informative and end with a visit to the local art and crafts center.

Lion Walk

Lion Walking is a once in a lifetime activity. Accompanied by guides and handlers, you will meet young cubs in the bush, and watch as they learn, explore, play and generally just act as any lion cubs do! It’s an opportunity to learn about the species as well as get some fantastic photos – and memories!

Elephant Encounter

The Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage has been a safe haven to a myriad of orphaned and injured elephants since its conception in 1992. Whilst hand-rearing these orphans we have come to understand that the best way to appreciate these magnificent creatures is to watch them living wildly and freely. The Elephant Encounter will give guests the opportunity to unobtrusively interact with some of the biggest personalities in Africa, in a pristine environment overflowing with raw natural beauty.

Guests will venture out into the bush to spend time with the elephant and the sight of the gentle grey mammals up close and personal will be imprinted on guests' minds long after they have returned home. Witness the special relationship our keepers share with the elephants and become a part of it. You will have the opportunity to take photographs of the elephants. Marvel at their size and watch them behaving normally; browsing and interacting with one another.

Flight of the Angels Helicopter Experience

Let the flight tell you the story of how the vegetation disperses itself to share sunlight and water. How the river craned a path across the world and how when the sun bounces off the surface of the water leaving behind a speck of light, so it appears there are a thousand diamonds glittering on the mighty river’s back.

The Boma Restaurant

The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show is a “must-do” Victoria Falls dining and entertainment experience, specializing in traditional African food, drumming, and dancing. The food is cooked and served in the style and quantity of a lavish feast, including irresistible desserts.

On arrival, you are dressed in a chitenge (traditional sarong) and welcomed into a vibrant atmosphere in which the tantalizing aromas of local dishes and game meat on the braai (barbecue) fill the restaurant, which is partially open to the star-filled African sky.

Your meal begins with a mouth-watering platter of starters whilst the buffet includes soup from the campfire, a range of salads, game meat cooked on a braai (barbecue), followed by desserts. Vegetarian options are also available, as well as local dishes such as peanut butter spinach.

You can also look forward to outstanding performances by traditional singers and dancers, and enjoy an energizing interactive drumming show. A face painter, storyteller, hair braider, and fortune-teller also form part of this festive evening.

Basis

• Bed and Breakfast

Included

• Dinner at the Boma

Excluded

• Park Fees
• Drinks

Day 3: End of Itinerary

Basis

• Bed and Breakfast