BEST of ZIMBABWE
PHOTO SAFARI
PHOTO SAFARI INFORMATION
Guided Photographic Safari
SEPTEMBER 2026
SAFARI OVERVIEW
*Itineraries are planned with great care. For operational reasons, it may be necessary to change the sequence of activities or the intended routes taken, and although such cases are rare, The Photo Safari Company recommends that itineraries should be treated only as a guideline.
Accommodation
Our safaris only use *4-5 star hotels and luxury tented private safari concessions within the game parks.
Small intimate group of photographers
Our safaris only use *4-5 star hotels and luxury tented private safari concessions within the game parks.
Photographic Opportunity: High
All our safaris provide a high level of photographic opportunities. Whether these are local culture, landscapes or wildlife, we guarantee that you will always have something new to photograph during your time with us.
Safari Pace: Medium-High
This safari is a medium to high pace schedule. It has been planned to ensure your return on investment is high, with maximising photographic opportunities at multiple times per day.
Downtime: Sufficient
We have planned sufficient downtime throughout this safari, however, we understand some guests may require a slower paced schedule.
Activity Opt-out
You may always opt-out of any activity and give yourself more downtime to relax and enjoy your surroundings. There is never any pressure to attend all the scheduled activities.
We will, of course, ensure you are well looked after while the rest of the group is out on activities should you wish to not participate.
DAY 1
Day 1: Arrival and Acclimatisation
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Airport/local hotel Pickup
- Arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport in Zimbabwe and met by our professional transfer service.
- Alternatively, if you have arrived in Victoria Falls the previous day, we will arrange for a transfer from your hotel to ours.
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5 Star Hotel Check-In and Relax
- Check in to your accommodation, relax, and acclimatize.
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Lunch: Welcome Briefing
- Attend a welcome briefing to discuss the upcoming itinerary and safety guidelines. Fully catered lunch and beverages.
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Late Afternoon: Hide Photography
- Private use of the hotels waterhole hide.
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Sunset Cocktails
- Cocktails on the sunset deck, watching the African sun set over the horizon whilst enjoying your choice of cold beverage and canapes.
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Evening/Dinner
- Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
DAY 2
Day 2: Victoria Falls & Zambezi River Cruise
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Morning: Victoria Falls Guided Tour
- Explore the world renowned Victoria Falls and local town to get a taste of the culture.
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Afternoon: Helicopter Flight
- Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls.
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Evening: Zambezi Sunset Cruise
- Enjoy sundowners and dinner with fellow guests on the beautiful Zambezi River.
DAY 3
Day 3: Safari Begins
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Morning: Zambezi Sunrise Cruise
- Start your safari with an early morning sunrise cruise on the mighty Zambezi river. Continental breakfast provide.
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Late Morning: Rhino Safari
- Rhino safari experience with lunch.
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Afternoon
- Relax.
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Late Afternoon: Optional Hide Photography
- Join us in our water-level hide and see what wildlife comes down for a drink.
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Evening: Drinks & Dinner
- Sundowners and dinner.
DAY 4
Day 4: Hwange National Park
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Morning: Air charter to Hwange National Park.
- Private air charter service from Victoria Falls to our private concession in Hwange National Park.
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Late Morning: Camp Welcome & Briefing
- Welcome and briefing before relaxing at our private camp.
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Afternoon: Game Drive
- Game drive and sundowners in the wonderful Hwange National Park.
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Late Afternoon: Optional Hide Photography
- Spend some time at our natural hide getting close to the wildlife that visits the water hole.
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Evening: Dinner & Campfire
- Dinner followed by gathering around a campfire for stories and discussions.
DAY 5
Day 5: Hwange National Park
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Morning: Game Drive
- Experience a sunrise on a game drive with coffee and rusks whilst enjoying the wildlife we come across.
- Hide photography at the waterhole.
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Afternoon: Leisure Time
- Relax by the pool, watch the game at the private waterhole or take a snooze.
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Mid-Afternoon: Guided Game Walk
- Guided game walk through the private concession with one of our professional guides.
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Evening: Night Game Drive & Farewell Dinner
- Night game drive.
- Enjoy dinner with your safari group.
DAY 6
Day 6: Transfer to Mana Pools National Park
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Morning: Air charter to Mana Pools National Park.
- Air charter service from Hwange to our private concession in Mana Pools National Park.
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Late Morning: Camp Welcome & Briefing
- Welcome and briefing before relaxing at our private camp.
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Mid-afternoon: Guided Game Walk
- Guided game walk with one of our professional guides in the amazing Mana Pools National Park.
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Evening: Dinner & Campfire
- Dinner followed by gathering around a campfire for stories and discussions.
DAY 7
Day 7: Exploring Mana Pools National Park
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Morning: Game Drive
- Experience a sunrise on a game drive with coffee and rusks whilst enjoying the wildlife we come across.
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Afternoon: Leisure Time
- Relax by the pool, watch the game at the private waterhole or take a snooze.
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Mid-Afternoon: Game Drive
- Guided game drive through the park with our professional guides.
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Evening: Night Game Drive & Farewell Dinner
- Night game drive.
- Enjoy dinner with your safari group.
DAY 8
Day 8: Departure Day
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Morning: Game Drive
- Final chance to go on a game drive with a sunrise and a coffee.
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Mid-morning: Check-out & Air Charter
- Guided game walk through the private concession with one of our professional guides.
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Evening: Night Game Drive & Farewell Dinner
- Check out of your accommodation and air charter from Mana Pools to Victoria Falls.