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An Explore Africa journey

Victoria Falls: national park & Zambezi

6 nights·2 guests

Begin inside Zambezi National Park, then move closer to Victoria Falls for a balanced six-night Zimbabwe stay. It combines a park setting with time for the Falls and Zambezi excursions. Rates and availability are confirmed with you before anything is booked.

When to go

July is in Zimbabwe's dry season; confirm current conditions, water levels and availability for the travel dates.

Good to know

  • Current rates and room availability must be confirmed before travel.

The journey

Day by day

Old Drift Lodge property

Days 1–3

Old Drift Lodge

Zambezi National Park · Zimbabwe · 3 nights

Three nights at Old Drift Lodge provide a national-park base beside the Zambezi. Confirm the current activity programme and inclusions for the booked rate.

Day 4

Road transfer

4 km recorded distance

Old Drift Lodge to Palm River Hotel

Straight-line distance from stored coordinates; confirm the current road route and timing.

Palm River Hotel property

Days 4–6

Palm River Hotel

Victoria Falls · Zimbabwe · 3 nights

Continue to Palm River Hotel for access to Victoria Falls and optional local excursions. Confirm operators, entry requirements and timings when planning.

The route

How to book this trip

This is a plan you can book yourself. We’re a planning service, not a booking platform. Here’s the order of play:

  1. 1Camps first. Enquire with each camp below to confirm availability and rates, and book direct.
  2. 2Then transfers & regional flights. Arrange these once your camp dates are locked.
  3. 3International flights last. Booked separately from Australia, once the ground trip is confirmed.
Old Drift Lodge

Zimbabwe · 3 nights

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Palm River Hotel

Zimbabwe · 3 nights

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Safari packing checklist

Pack a soft duffel, not a hard case, as light aircraft cap luggage at ~15–20 kg including hand luggage. Neutral colours, and layers for cold mornings.

Documents & money

  • Passport (6+ months validity)
  • Visas / e-visas as required
  • Travel insurance details
  • Vaccination certificates
  • Cards + some USD cash
  • Copies of key documents

Clothing: neutral tones

  • Lightweight long sleeves & trousers
  • Warm fleece / layer (cold dawns)
  • T-shirts
  • Swimwear
  • Sleepwear
  • Smart-casual for dinners

Footwear

  • Closed walking shoes
  • Sandals / camp shoes

Gear

  • Binoculars
  • Camera + spare batteries & cards
  • Sunglasses & wide-brim hat
  • Headtorch
  • Small daypack
  • Reusable water bottle

Health & toiletries

  • Antimalarials (if advised)
  • Insect repellent (DEET)
  • High-SPF sunscreen & lip balm
  • Personal medication
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Basic first-aid kit

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