VICTORIA FALLS AND GREAT GUIDING
Luxury Zimbabwe Safari Holidays from the UK
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Hwange &
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Why Zimbabwe
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HAND-VETTED RESORTS
Victoria Falls and Africa's Finest Guides
Zimbabwe is home to one of the world's great natural wonders — the thundering Victoria Falls — and to some of the most highly trained safari guides in Africa. Add the vast elephant herds of Hwange and the wild, walking-and-canoeing wilderness of Mana Pools on the Zambezi, and it offers a rich, authentic safari beyond the Falls.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Zimbabwe — we route the Falls with a safari in Hwange or Mana Pools, often combined with Botswana next door, with the camps, light aircraft and transfers handled.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from Victoria Falls lodges to Mana Pools camps, we build a Zimbabwe journey of great wildlife and exceptional guiding.
Zimbabwe pairs the world's greatest waterfall with Africa's best-trained guides. Mana Pools, on foot or by canoe, is one of the continent's most thrilling safaris.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Zimbabwe rewards the traveller who wants the Falls and a genuine safari. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
Victoria Falls
One of the seven natural wonders of the world — the thundering, mile-wide curtain of the Zambezi, with the classic, fuller views from the Zimbabwean side.
Hwange
Zimbabwe's largest park and one of Africa's great elephant strongholds — huge herds at the waterholes, big cats and superb game drives.
Mana Pools
A UNESCO wilderness on the Zambezi, famous for walking and canoeing safaris among elephants and wild dogs — thrilling, on-foot Africa for the adventurous.
Expert Guiding
Zimbabwe's professional guide qualification is among the most rigorous in Africa — the guiding here is a genuine highlight, especially on walking safaris.
The Zambezi
Sunset cruises, canoeing and fishing on the great river above the Falls — elephants on the banks and hippos in the channels.
Matobo & Beyond
The balancing granite boulders, ancient rock art and rhino-tracking of the Matobo Hills — a cultural and scenic counterpoint to the wildlife parks.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every lodge, camp and hotel we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Victoria Falls & Hwange
- Victoria Falls arrival (VFA) - private transfer to a Falls lodge
- 3 nights Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side)
- 4 nights Hwange National Park camp (Zimbabwe's largest reserve)
- B&B at the Falls, full board + game drives on safari
- Victoria Falls guided tour + Zambezi sunset cruise | Hwange game drives
- Return flights from London airports + internal flights
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Zimbabwe: Falls Hotel & Linkwasha
- Victoria Falls arrival - private transfer to the Victoria Falls Hotel
- 3 nights The Victoria Falls Hotel (1904 grande dame, 'Stables' terrace view of the bridge)
- 4 nights Linkwasha Camp (Wilderness, premium Hwange)
- Half board / fully inclusive on safari
- Private Falls tour + helicopter Flight of Angels | Hwange game drives + walking safari
- Return flights from London airports + internal flights
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Singita Pamushana & Victoria Falls
- Victoria Falls arrival - private transfer to a luxury Falls lodge
- 2 nights Matetsi Victoria Falls (private Zambezi concession)
- 5 nights Singita Pamushana Lodge (Malilangwe wilderness reserve, southeastern Zimbabwe)
- Fully inclusive (all meals, premium drinks, game drives)
- Private Falls helicopter | Singita private guide + tracker + vehicle | black rhino tracking
- Return flights from London airports + internal flights, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Zimbabwe journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
DRY SEASON & PEAK
June to October
The prime safari season — dry, with wildlife concentrated at Hwange's waterholes and superb walking in Mana Pools. October is hot but excellent for game; the busiest window, so book ahead.
THE FALLS IN FLOOD
February to May
Victoria Falls is at its thundering, spray-soaked peak after the rains — the most dramatic time for the Falls themselves, though the spray can obscure the view.
GREEN SEASON
November to April
The rains bring lush landscapes, newborns and excellent birding, with the best value. Some camps close; those open offer a beautiful, quiet experience.
LOW-WATER FALLS
September to December
As the river drops, the Falls show their dramatic gorge — clearer views and, on the Zambian side, the famous Devil's Pool in season.
Sample Itinerary
An 8-Night Zimbabwe Safari & Falls Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect trip unfolds.
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DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
UK to Victoria Falls
Your flight reaches Victoria Falls via a hub. A transfer to your lodge and a first view of the spray rising above the Zambezi.
2
DAYS 2-3 — THE FALLS
Victoria Falls
The mighty Falls from the Zimbabwean side, a Zambezi sunset cruise and optional adventures — the spectacular start to the trip.
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DAYS 4-5 — ELEPHANTS
Hwange
A flight to Hwange for its great elephant herds and big game — drives and waterhole hides from a classic safari camp.
4
DAYS 6-8 — WILD ZAMBEZI
Mana Pools
On to Mana Pools for the wildest part of the trip — walking and canoeing safaris among elephants and wild dogs, with expert guides.
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DAY 9 — DEPARTURE
Homeward
A final bush morning before your flight home via a hub — or onward into Botswana next door.
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Getting There
- No direct flights — typically around 14-15 hours via a hub (Johannesburg, Addis Ababa or Doha) to Victoria Falls or Harare
- Connections from major regional UK airports
- Light aircraft link the parks
- Zimbabwe is 1-2 hours ahead of the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders need a visa — available on arrival (around US$55 single entry) or as an e-visa in advance
- The KAZA UniVisa (around US$50) covers both Zimbabwe and Zambia, ideal for Victoria Falls
- Passport valid 6 months
- We advise on the best option
Health & Safety
- Antimalarial precautions are recommended for safari areas and river regions — see a travel clinic 6-8 weeks before travel for personalised advice
- A yellow-fever certificate is required only if you are arriving from a country with a risk of transmission, not when flying directly from the UK
- Routine vaccinations should be up to date
- Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation cover is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- US Dollars are the practical currency for visitors and widely used; cards in lodges, cash for tips and small purchases
- English is widely spoken
- On a fly-in safari most costs are included
- Strict soft-bag baggage limits apply on light aircraft