Cuckoo Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival and Sunset Cruise

Arrival and Sunset Cruise

Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be picked up and transferred to your place of accommodation. It is important that you let us know your flight details beforehand, as the collection time will depend on the arrival time of your flight. At 15h30, you will meet with your driver-guide for a pick-up to the sunset cruise. On this cruise, you will sail up the mighty Zambezi River as the sun goes down, so you can immerse yourself in the natural delights of the golden Zimbabwean sunset. Observe the birds flocking to the waters and watch the resident animals arrive for their last drink of the day. All of this will happen while enjoying tasty finger foods and a full open bar to wrap up day one.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides (Zimbabwe and Zambia)

Guided Tour of the Falls from Both Sides (Zimbabwe and Zambia)

Get the full experience from both sides of the border on this deluxe tour of everything Victoria Falls has to offer. A guided tour of Victoria Falls allows you to discover both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides. Get as close as possible to Victoria Falls on this escape to one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Feel the powerful rush of the falls from the great views the landmark offers, overlooking the falls.

You will start your tour at 08h30 and be picked up from your hotel for a guided tour of the falls. The tour starts from either the Zimbabwean or Zambian side, depending on which side you will be staying on. This tour allows you to view the waterfalls on both sides, Zimbabwe and Zambia, in one day, accompanied by professional guides. Food and beverages are at your own expense. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are all included.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls

Chobe National Park from Victoria Falls

This tour departs from Victoria Falls to the Chobe National Park in Botswana. You will be transferred to the Kazungula border, where the Botswana guide will meet you. From there, you'll proceed straight to the river, where you will spend the morning game viewing along the Chobe River. Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. The morning cruise ends at around 12:30 pm. You will then be taken to a hotel on the riverbank for lunch.

After lunch, you will board a safari vehicle for an afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an abundance of wildlife. After the game drive, you will return to the Kazungula border, where you will be met by the Zimbabwean guide for the return transfer to Victoria Falls, arriving at approximately 5:30 pm.

Please note: Due to the previous night’s sightings, the order of the activities might be changed, i.e. starting with a game drive and finishing with the boat cruise.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Best Time To Visit August to October (Best at the riverfront area)
High Season July to October (The park gets crowded)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Chobe NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
HippoAbundant
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HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Pioneers Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls

Zambezi River Class IV-V White-Water Rafting from Victoria Falls

Your tour begins with an early morning pick-up from Pioneers Lodge. You will enjoy a light breakfast before climbing into a Jeep for a drive to the Zambezi River. Upon arrival, put on your gear and practice key safety manoeuvres before hiking a steep trail to the put-in. Your group’s abilities and preferences determine the type of raft you take out to ensure a safe and fun trip, from a guide-controlled oar raft to a passenger-controlled paddle raft. Work with your group to paddle hard and navigate Class IV to V rapids throughout your selected half-day or full-day trip. Conclude your Zambezi white-water rafting tour with a barbecue lunch and open bar, followed by a hotel drop-off.

Main Destination:
Zambezi River (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Airport Drop-Off

Airport Drop-Off

On the last day, you will depart from Victoria Falls. Before departure, you will have the chance to perform other optional activities and visit the local market for souvenir purchases.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Cuckoo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.