AFRO HONEY GUIDE GUIDED TOUR OF ZIMBABWE 11 DAYS 10 NIGHTS Day 1: Harare On arrival at the Harare International Airport, you will be met by our representative and will
proceed through Zimbabwe’s Capital City with its wide open thoroughfares, fascinating history
and quaint mix of traditional and modern buildings before you reach your hotel. Relax at the hotel
and spend the afternoon lazing by the sparkling pool, have a drink at the mirrored bar or book the
optional Harare City afternoon tour with your guide (for own account). This tour exposes an
impeccably clean city, bustling with busy shops, wide open streets and warm hospitable people
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza or Similar
Day 2: Harare / Nyanga
After an early breakfast we leave Harare and head through diverse scenery of farm lands, rocky
outcrops and into the magnificent mountainous area of the Eastern highlands, also known as “The
little England” of Zimbabwe. Mount Inyangani is the tallest mountain in Zimbabwe, deeply
shrouded in local folklore; this mountain forms a stunning backdrop to the resort. Arrive in time
for lunch (own account) and settle into your room, see the fire, lit in 1951, that has never been
extinguished but continues to offer a warm welcome to each guest and take some time to soak in
the beautiful calm views and serene settings. (Optional activities are available – horse riding,
golf, fishing, for own account)
Accommodation: Troutbeck or similar
DAY 3: Nyanga
The day is yours to explore or relax. Curl up in the lounge with a book, and take in the panoramic
view or stroll down to the dam to watch the rainbow trout diving through the waters. Optional
activities are available at the resort as well as a full day Nyanga National Park tour (for own
account). Here you will experience a village from the stone age known as Pit Huts and a Rainbow
Trout hatchery set in the natural pools of the sparkling river. Scramble down the mountain side to
see exceptional views of the local falls.
Accommodation: Troutbeck or similar
Day 4: Nyanga /Great Zimbabwe This morning after breakfast, we depart for Masvingo, The Ancient City, where we will be
inspired by the Ruins of Great Zimbabwe built in 1200AD, which were first discovered by the
Settlers in 1888. The Ruined City of Great Zimbabwe is the largest and most significant ancient
monument south of the Sahara and only second to the Egyptian pyramids. Here your guide will
take you through the Acropolis, the Great Enclosure and the Conical Tower.
Accommodation: Lodge at the Ancient City or similar
Day 5: Great Zimbabwe / Matopos
After a hearty breakfast we depart Masvingo for Bulawayo, where we arrive around midday
(lunch for own account). This is the second largest city in Zimbabwe with wide tree lined streets
and is surrounded by beautiful parks, a legacy of Cecil John Rhodes. Within the city are many
examples of early Victorian buildings which are maintained by the Bulawayo City Council and
landlords as heritage sites. We learn more about this beautiful country by visiting the Bulawayo
National Museum before checking into our hotel.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Bulawayo or similar
Day 6: Matopos
The Matopo Hills has long been recognized as an area of exceptional beauty with a rich, colourful
and mythical history. A full day will be spent exploring the area and some highlights include cave
paintings, panoramas of the countryside at “View of the World”, where Cecil Rhodes is buried.
We hope to catch a glimpse of black rhino and plains game, but this area is famous for its dense
concentrations of birds of prey.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Bulawayo or similar
Day 7: Bulawayo / Hwange National Park
After breakfast we depart for Hwange National Park. This is one of Africa’s finest havens for
wildlife and is home to the herds of presidential elephants. It is also home to many predators and
endangered species and seethes with varied birdlife. We transfer onto an open vehicle and
proceed on a game drive which also transfers us to our lodge. Once we have checked in we will
enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful plains. We will proceed on an afternoon game drive. After
sundowners, a sumptuous dinner will then be enjoyed to the sounds of the night.
Accommodation: Makololo or similar
Day 8: Hwange National Park Dawn breaks with a morning game drive through the vast plains to experience the drama of the
previous night. We hope to view more of the many species that live in the national park whilst
exploring the magnificent landscape that includes desert sand to sparse woodland as well as
grasslands and granite outcrops. We will return to the lodge for an afternoon siesta and later
proceed on an evening game drive to view the nocturnal inhabitants of the Hwange National
Park.
Accommodation: Makololo or similar
Day 9: Hwange National Park/ Victoria Falls An early rise accompanied by tea & coffee before we enjoy a last game drive which transfers us
out of the National Park. Our first stop is at the Painted Dog Conservation centre in Hwange.
Here we will learn more about Wild Dogs and the Centre’s efforts to protect these beautiful
animals from extinction. After this, we head for the town of Victoria Falls or as the Local people
call it “Mosi-oa-Tunya” - the smoke that thunders. This quaint town offers a variety of activities
and attractions both on land and water. Your afternoon can be spent at leisure, or you can book
one of many activities available, such as a Sunset Cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.
Accommodation: The Kingdom Hotel or similar
Day 10: Victoria Falls
This morning we visit a secluded and unexplored Zimbabwean Village where you will speak with
a traditional medicine healer and witness age old customs and way of life. Afterwards we enjoy a
tour of the Victoria Falls. These Falls constitute one of the most spectacular Natural Wonders of
the World. You will stop at various vantage points to view the falls and walk through the rain
forest whilst witnessing the rainbows and feeling the spray and thundering noise of water falling
into the gorge. The rest of your afternoon will be spent at leisure, where you can perhaps book a
last or last couple of activities with your guide.
Accommodation: The Kingdom Hotel or similar
Day 11: Victoria Falls Enjoy a hearty breakfast before checking out and being transferred to Victoria Falls airport. We
bid you “Hamba kahle uphinde ubuye” – which means Go well and come back again soon!
TOUR COST PER PERSON: MIN: US 2300
MAX: US 3100
WHAT IS INCLUDED
1-Accomodation on b & b basis
2-All road transfers
3-All listed activities including park fees where applicable
4-All listed lunches and dinners
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
1-Air fares
2-Meals not listed
3-Gratuities
4-Optional activities
5-Travel insurance