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Your 10-day itinerary, day by day
This ten-day route follows the supplied Wetu itinerary: four nights split between two Mana Pools camps, two nights above Lake Kariba and three nights in Hwange National Park. Shared charter flights connect the main regions, and the whole journey can be tailored around your dates and priorities.
Duration10 days
Guide price$13,645
RouteHarare to Victoria Falls
Where you stay4 camps & lodges
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
This guide price is based on 2026 season rates.
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Kavinga Safari Camp, Mana Pools
Fly by shared charter from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport in Harare to Ruckomechi Airstrip, then continue to Kavinga Safari Camp for two nights. The fully inclusive stay covers meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry, with game drives and bush walks from camp.
OvernightKavinga Safari Camp (2 nights)
- Day 3-5
Nyamatusi Camp on the Zambezi
Transfer from Kavinga Safari Camp to Nyamatusi Camp in the eastern part of Mana Pools. Spend two fully inclusive nights beside the Zambezi, with morning and afternoon game drives, guided walks for guests over 16, birdwatching, catch-and-release shore fishing and canoeing when water levels allow.
OvernightAfrican Bush Camps Nyamatusi Camp (2 nights)
- Day 5-7
Lake Kariba from Bumi Hills
Transfer to Mana Pools Airstrip and fly by shared charter to Bumi Hills. The two-night fully inclusive stay includes meals, local drinks, two scheduled activities per day, laundry, park fees and conservation and community levies. Choose from game drives, safari walks, boat cruises, fishing and village visits.
OvernightAfrican Bush Camps Bumi Hills Safari Lodge (2 nights)
- Day 7-10
Somalisa Camp in Hwange
Fly by shared charter from Bumi Hills to Manga Airstrip, where the Somalisa team will meet you for the camp transfer. Spend three fully inclusive nights in Hwange with day and night game drives, guided walks, birdwatching and wildlife viewing from hides.
OvernightAfrican Bush Camps Somalisa Camp (3 nights)
- Day 10
Fly to Victoria Falls
After your final morning in Hwange, transfer from Somalisa Camp to Manga Airstrip and board the shared charter flight to Victoria Falls International Airport, where the itinerary ends.
Your route across Zimbabwe
The journey begins in Harare, moves by shared charter through Mana Pools and Lake Kariba, then continues into Hwange before finishing at Victoria Falls Airport.
- 1Harare
- 2Kavinga Safari Camp, Mana Pools
- 3Nyamatusi Camp, Mana Pools
- 4Bumi Hills, Lake Kariba
- 5Somalisa Camp, Hwange
- 6Victoria Falls Airport
Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. Camp and airstrip markers are regional, while the shared charter flights and listed transfers follow the supplied transport plan.
Where you'll stay
The four named stays follow the supplied Wetu itinerary, with property-specific photography saved into Brilliant Africa's asset library.
Mana Pools National Park
Kavinga Safari Camp
A seven-tent camp on a cliff above the Ruckomechi riverbed, with raised verandas facing the Zambezi Valley. A wildlife-frequented pan and hide sit below camp, while the pool, lounge decks and firepit overlook the waterhole. The fully inclusive stay includes game drives and bush walks.
Mana Pools National Park
African Bush Camps Nyamatusi Camp
A six-suite camp on a private concession beside the Zambezi River in eastern Mana Pools. Each tented room has river and escarpment views, air conditioning and a private plunge pool. Activities include game drives, guided walks for guests over 16, seasonal canoeing, birdwatching and shore fishing.
Lake Kariba
African Bush Camps Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
A ten-suite lodge on a hill above Lake Kariba, with wide water views from the rooms, terrace, infinity pool and spa. The fully inclusive stay includes two scheduled activities per day, chosen from game drives, guided walks, boat cruises, fishing and village visits.
Hwange National Park
African Bush Camps Somalisa Camp
A six-tent camp on an acacia island beside the Kennedy Vlei floodplain. The main area and pool overlook a pan used by wildlife, while the fully inclusive activity programme includes day and night drives, guided walks, birdwatching and game viewing from hides.
Ready to plan your Zimbabwe Unveiled?
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 Ruckomechi Airstrip
- Transfer from Kavinga Safari Camp to Nyamatusi Camp
- Shared charter flight from Mana Pools Airstrip to Bumi Hills
- Shared charter flight from Bumi Hills to Manga Airstrip
- Return camp transfers between Manga Airstrip and Somalisa Camp
- Shared charter flight from Manga Airstrip to Victoria Falls International Airport
- Two nights at Kavinga Safari Camp with meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry
- Two nights at Nyamatusi Camp with meals, local drinks, activities, park fees, conservation levy and laundry
- Two nights at Bumi Hills Safari Lodge with meals, local drinks, two scheduled activities daily, laundry, park fees and conservation and community levies
- Three nights at Somalisa Camp with meals, local drinks, activities, park fees and laundry
- Game drives and bush walks from Kavinga Safari Camp
- Game drives, guided walks, seasonal canoeing, birdwatching and shore fishing from Nyamatusi Camp
- Game drives, safari walks, boat cruises, fishing and village visits from Bumi Hills
- Day and night drives, walking, birdwatching and hide viewing from Somalisa Camp
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 $13,645 per person. Your final quote will depend on travel dates, room availability, charter schedules and any changes made to the route. Premium drinks and spa treatments at Bumi Hills are not included unless added to your proposal.
Your questions answered
How much does Zimbabwe Unveiled cost?
The ten-day Zimbabwe Unveiled itinerary is priced from $13,645 per person. Your final quote will depend on travel dates, room availability, charter schedules 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 are included.
How do we travel between the safari areas?
Shared charter flights connect Harare with Mana Pools, Mana Pools with Bumi Hills, Bumi Hills with Hwange and Manga Airstrip with Victoria Falls. The listed camp and airstrip transfers complete the route on the ground.
What activities are included in Mana Pools?
Kavinga includes game drives and bush walks. Nyamatusi includes morning and afternoon drives, guided walks for guests over 16, birdwatching, catch-and-release shore fishing and canoeing when water levels allow.
What can we do at Lake Kariba?
Bumi Hills includes two scheduled activities per day, with options such as game drives, guided walks, game and sunset boat cruises, fishing and village visits. Spa treatments cost extra.
Can I change the camps or extend the trip?
Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can change the camp level, adjust the pace, 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 links three remote safari regions by shared charter and combines river, lake and woodland environments. 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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Interested in Zimbabwe Unveiled? Tell us your dates, budget and preferred balance of walking, game drives, river activities and time at Lake Kariba. A Southern Africa specialist will tailor the camps, flights and pace around you.
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