Top Zimbabwe Budget Game Drive Trips &amp; Packages 2025/2026

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Get your adrenaline pumping on a bungee jump, bridge swing and slide Go on exciting low and high water rafting trips in Zimbabwe Take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, the world's largest waterfall

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing experience in South Korea thanks to Bamba. The itinerary was well-planned, the transportation was comfortable, and the tours were unforgettable. We would definitely book with them again!"

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$1,568

5 days From$1,063

Generous cancellation

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Victoria Falls & Chobe Xtreme Adventure 5D/4N (from Livingstone)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Livingstone

Highlights

Get your adrenaline pumping on a bungee jump, bridge swing and slide Go on exciting low and high water rafting trips in Zimbabwe Take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, the world's largest waterfall

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$1,624

5 days From$1,090

Generous cancellation

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Victoria Falls & Chobe Adventure 4D/3N (from Livingstone)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Livingstone

Highlights

Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise Go on a day trip to Chobe Visit Victoria Falls, the world's largest waterfall

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$830

4 days From$552

Generous cancellation

Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:

You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics

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Victoria Falls & Chobe Adventure 4D/3N (from Victoria Falls)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Cruise the Zambezi River at sunset Take a game drive and boat ride through Chobe National Park Go on a guided tour of Victoria Falls

Themes

Cultural

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$774

4 days From$525

Generous cancellation

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South Africa Adventure Safari

By ROW Adventures

premier

5/5 Excellent

81 reviews

Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve been recognized by major travel publications for their pioneering adventure travel expertise that spans back to their founding in 1979.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Experience the view of Table Mountain and the Robben Island in the center of excitement in Cape Town’s harbor
Visit the beaches at Camps Bay and Clifton and then cross to Hout Bay for a boat cruise that takes you to Seal Island
Visit Stellenbosch, a wine producing region
Visit Franschhoek Town
Explore Timbavati which is popular as the birthplace of the famous African white lions

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Family Friendly, 50 Plus, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"I have travelled with ROW numerous times, including four trips on the Rogue River. Every trip has been wonderful and every person associated with ROW has been nice, knowledgeable, professional and fun. The Rogue is a great river and the trip is an excellent one for two people or a large group—and I have done both. I’ve taken both of my kids, one time each, and have organized groups of colleagues twice; most recently in 2019 when 14 of us gathered. The guides at ROW are great and help to make the trip very enjoyable. The scenery, lodging and the wonderful outdoors including warm air and refreshing water, make for a wonderful escape from the everyday routine. The fact that this trip offers beds and indoor plumbing is a nice benefit and allows those who have an aversion to camping a chance to see the wilderness. I have recommended ROW and the Rogue trip more times than I can count and my group has already reserved our trip for 2021. What are you waiting for?"

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$11,194

12 days From$4,595

Health Safety

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Malawi, Zambia & Zimbabwe

By ElderTreks

preferred

4.2/5 Great

15 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Feel the thunder of Victoria Falls (UNESCO)
Explore Great Zimbabwe ruins (UNESCO)
Enjoy game drives in Hwange, Matobo (UNESCO), Matusadona N.P, South Luangwa N.P, Lake Malawi N.P., Lower Zambezi N.P.
Enjoy visits to local villages and schools
Khami ruins, (UNESCO)

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, 50 Plus, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"I paid for the Nepal trip then saw news of monsoon rain, flooding, landslides, 200+ dead. I was told by Elder Treks that they would not cancel the trip. However I did not feel comfortable going especially when weather reports were for more rain. They would not credit me or even allow me to switch to another tour. Because they wouldn't even allow me to switch tours when my concerns were valid, I would not recommend, nor use Elder Treks again."

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21 days From$11,995

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Zanzibar to Cape Town

By Acacia Africa

preferred

5/5 Excellent

42 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Chobe National Park, Botswana: The third largest national park of Botswana by area, Chobe National Park is by no means one to overlook. Having one of the largest concentrations of game in Africa, there is bound to be something to look at around every corner, and is best known for its large population of elephants.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: Located in southern Tanzania on the coast of the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is a bustling, chaotic place, filled with life and color. It is the largest city of Tanzania, and is the countries richest city and an important economic centre.
Elephant Sands, Nata, Botswana: Elephant Sands is a unique campsite situated on an unfenced 16000 ha private conservancy bordering Botswana's reserves and game parks. Enjoy viewing the elephants at their natural waterhole right in front of the lodge.
Etosha National Park, Namibia: Etosha National Park is dominated by the Etosha Pan roughly 130km Long and 50km wide. Declared a national park in 1907 and covering an aera of 22,270 square kilometres and is home to 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species and 16 amphibian species.
Fish River Canyon, Namibia: The Fish River Canyon is located in southern Namibia, and is the second largest canyon in the world (and the deepest in Africa). It is the second busiest tourist attraction in Namibia. The canyon is approximately 160 km long, up to 27 km wide, and 550m deep.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks, Overland Journeys

What travelers are saying

"Went on 14 day Gorilla overland trek Kenya and Uganda. It was amazing, wild life was top priority for the trip. Pete and Francis, our tour guide and driver were absolutely amazing individuals. They were personable, food was excellent and campsites had everything you need"

By National Geographic Expeditions

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34 days From$3,440

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Southern Africa Safari Experience

preferred

1/5 Terrible

30 reviews

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Meet with an expert on National Geographic’s Okavango Wilderness Project to learn about ongoing conservation projects in the delta.
Enjoy dinner at a family homestead in Zimbabwe, and hear from local storytellers in Botswana.
Go on safari with a researcher from the Cheetah Metapopulation Project, part of National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."