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Your 12-day itinerary, day by day
This twelve-day route follows the supplied Wetu itinerary: three nights each in Mana Pools, Matusadona and Hwange, followed by two nights in Zambezi National Park. The listed shared charter flights and camp transfers connect the four regions, and every stay is fully inclusive.
Duration12 days
Guide price$18,475
RouteHarare to Victoria Falls
Where you stay4 luxury safari camps
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
This guide price is based on 2026 season rates.
Make an Enquiry- Days 1-3
Wilderness Ruckomechi, Mana Pools
Fly by shared charter from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare to Ruckomechi. Spend three fully inclusive nights on the banks of the Zambezi at the western edge of Mana Pools, with game drives, guided walks, boat cruises and canoe trails among the camp's listed activities. Fishing can be arranged subject to boat availability, at additional cost and using guests' own equipment.
OvernightWilderness Ruckomechi (3 nights)
- Days 4-6
Fothergill Island, Matusadona
Continue by the itinerary's listed air connection via Kariba to Fothergill Island. The three-night fully inclusive stay places you among Matusadona's Mopani woodland and Lake Kariba floodplains. Listed activities include game drives, walking safaris, birdwatching and weather-dependent fishing.
OvernightFothergill Island (3 nights)
- Days 7-9
Wilderness Linkwasha, Hwange
Fly south to Hwange and continue to Wilderness Linkwasha for three fully inclusive nights. Set on a private concession near the Ngamo Plains, the camp offers day and night game drives, guided walks and a village visit. The pan in front of camp attracts wildlife throughout the year.
OvernightWilderness Linkwasha (3 nights)
- Days 10-11
Mpala Jena, Zambezi National Park
Fly from Hwange to Victoria Falls and transfer to Mpala Jena for two fully inclusive nights on a white-sand stretch of the Zambezi River. Morning and evening game drives, safari walks and morning or afternoon boat cruises are listed, with a half-day tour of Victoria Falls included for stays of at least two nights.
OvernightMpala Jena (2 nights)
- Day 12
Return to Victoria Falls Airport
After your final morning beside the Zambezi, transfer from Mpala Jena to Victoria Falls International Airport, where the itinerary ends.
Your deluxe route through Zimbabwe
The journey begins in Harare, follows the Zambezi through Mana Pools and Lake Kariba, continues south to Hwange and finishes near Victoria Falls in Zambezi National Park.
- 1Harare
- 2Wilderness Ruckomechi, Mana Pools
- 3Fothergill Island, Matusadona
- 4Wilderness Linkwasha, Hwange
- 5Mpala Jena, Zambezi National Park
- 6Victoria Falls Airport
Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. The four remote safari regions are connected by the listed shared charter flights and camp transfers.
Where you'll stay
Four deluxe safari camps anchor the route. Every gallery below uses verified imagery from the supplied Wetu itinerary and has been saved into Brilliant Africa's asset library.
Mana Pools National Park
Wilderness Ruckomechi
Ten spacious en-suite tents overlook the Zambezi from a grove of acacia and mahogany trees on the western boundary of Mana Pools. Indoor and outdoor showers, a riverside main area, pool deck and star-gazing deck shape the camp, while the fully inclusive stay covers meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry.
Matusadona National Park
Fothergill Island
A ten-suite island lodge set among Mopani woodland and the floodplains of Lake Kariba. Spacious Lake, Bush and Island suites have private outdoor space, while selected suites include plunge pools. Meals, local drinks, selected activities, park fees, laundry and limited Wi-Fi are included.
Hwange National Park
Wilderness Linkwasha
Seven en-suite tents and one family tent face a wildlife-rich pan on the private Linkwasha Concession near the Ngamo Plains. Multi-level decks, a pool and winter lounge complement the camp's open contemporary design. Meals, local drinks, activities, laundry and park fees are included.
Zambezi National Park
Mpala Jena
A small barefoot-luxury camp on a white-sand bank of the Zambezi, 16 kilometres inside the national park. Three canvas suites and two two-bedroom family suites have indoor and outdoor bathrooms, while the main camp includes riverfront dining, a lounge, bar and pool. Meals, local drinks, park fees, in-house activities, laundry and intermittent Wi-Fi are included.
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Share your dates, priorities and budget. One of our Southern Africa specialists will come back with first thoughts and tailor this itinerary around you, with no obligation.
What's included
Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.
In your price
- Shared charter flight from Harare to Wilderness Ruckomechi
- Three fully inclusive nights at Wilderness Ruckomechi
- Meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry at Ruckomechi
- Listed air connections and transfers from Ruckomechi via Kariba to Fothergill Island
- Three fully inclusive nights at Fothergill Island
- Meals, local drinks, selected activities, park fees, laundry and limited Wi-Fi at Fothergill
- Listed air connections and transfers from Kariba to Wilderness Linkwasha
- Three fully inclusive nights at Wilderness Linkwasha
- Meals, local drinks, activities, laundry and park fees at Linkwasha
- Shared charter flight from Hwange to Victoria Falls and transfer to Mpala Jena
- Two fully inclusive nights at Mpala Jena
- Meals, local drinks, park fees and levies, in-house activities, laundry and intermittent Wi-Fi at Mpala Jena
- Half-day tour of Victoria Falls during the two-night Mpala Jena stay
- Transfer from Mpala Jena to Victoria Falls International Airport
With Brilliant, you'll also get
- One-to-one planning with a dedicated Southern Africa specialist
- A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
- Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
- A personalised guest portal and mobile app
- WhatsApp contact with your local support team
- Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
- Access to our international flight specialist for US guests
The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee
If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.
The guide price is $18,475 per person and is based on 2026 season rates. Your final quote will depend on travel dates, camp and flight availability and any changes made to the route. Premium drinks are excluded throughout. Fishing at Ruckomechi is by arrangement, subject to boat availability, at additional cost and using guests' own equipment. Additional Victoria Falls activities are not included unless added to your proposal.
Your questions answered
How much does Best of Zimbabwe Deluxe cost?
The twelve-day Best of Zimbabwe Deluxe itinerary is priced from $18,475 per person based on 2026 season rates. Your final quote will depend on travel dates, camp and flight availability and any changes you would like to make.
Where does the trip start and finish?
The itinerary starts at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare and finishes at Victoria Falls International Airport. The listed shared charter flights and camp transfers connect the route.
Are all four camps fully inclusive?
Yes. Every stay is listed on a fully inclusive basis. The exact inclusions vary by camp, but meals, local drinks, scheduled in-house activities and the listed fees form part of the itinerary. Premium drinks are excluded.
What activities are included?
The itinerary lists game drives across all four safari regions, with guided walks at each camp. Depending on the property, it also includes boat cruises, canoeing, birdwatching and a half-day Victoria Falls tour. Fishing conditions and any extra costs vary by camp.
How do I travel between the camps?
The remote regions are connected by the shared charter flights and camp transfers listed in the Wetu itinerary, including connections through Kariba, Hwange and Victoria Falls.
Can I change the route or camp selection?
Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can adjust the pace, change individual camps, add time at Victoria Falls or combine the route with another part of Zimbabwe or Southern Africa.
Talk to someone who's actually been there
This route connects four remote ecosystems by shared charter and combines river, lake, woodland and floodplain experiences. Our Southern Africa specialists will tailor the camp mix, activity balance and pace around your dates and priorities.
Barry
Safari Specialist & Field Guide
Alyson
Guest Experience Specialist
Tracy
Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
Holly
Guest Experience Specialist
Marc
Africa Travel Specialist
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