This 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour stays at Mbano Manor, an exclusive boutique hotel set within a private forest just minutes from the Falls. With only 18 suites and one private villa, Mbano Manor offers exceptional privacy and personalised service.
Explore Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River on foot, on water, and from above, with a full-day excursion to Chobe National Park in Botswana.
This 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour begins with collection from Victoria Falls International Airport, Zimbabwe. From the airport, you are transferred to Mbano Manor, an exclusive African female-owned sanctuary set within a serene private forest just minutes from the Falls. With only 18 suites and one private villa, Mbano Manor offers exceptional privacy and personalised service.
In the afternoon, we embark on our scenic sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, departing at around 15:30. The cruise takes about two hours, travelling downstream towards Victoria Falls as far as Palm Island, before turning back upstream.
The leisurely Zambezi River cruise is the ideal way to end your first day at Victoria Falls, catching a spectacular African sunset over the tranquil river and bush. The laid-back boat cruise includes sundowners and tasty snacks to complete the experience. Hippos and crocodiles are commonly spotted from the boat, along with various other wild animals such as elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and even rhinos. An amazing array of birds can also be sighted on this mellow-paced cruise in nature.
Returning from our relaxing sunset boat cruise, we head to The Boma restaurant for a unique African culinary and cultural experience. Tucked away in an indigenous forest, The Boma offers warm Zimbabwean hospitality and tasty traditional cuisine under starry African skies.
It's an evening set to delight the senses - filled with the aromas, sights, flavours, and rhythms of Africa. Tuck into the marvellous selection of Zimbabwean specialities, from game and potjiekos (meat stew) to fish and vegetarian dishes. The Boma is famous for its warthog fillet, and the adventurous can try ethnic delicacies such as Mopani worms, deep-fried kapenta fish, and groundnuts.
Amakwezi traditional performers entertain diners with their lively songs and dance, and after dinner, a local sangoma (traditional storyteller) enthrals visitors with rich tales of folklore and Zimbabwean heritage. The local customs (beer tasting and handwashing rituals) bring special detail to the night, and the mysterious witch doctor adds intrigue to this cultural feast. The evening ends on a high note with a live drumming session, which you're welcome to join.
Day two of our 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour is set aside for a full-day excursion to Botswana's famous Chobe National Park.
We have a 07:30 collection this morning for our journey across the border into Botswana and Chobe National Park. The process is relatively simple. After exiting the Zimbabwe gate, we transfer to an open 4x4 safari vehicle and head to the Botswana entry gate. En route, be prepared to stop and stand on a sanitised mat, a precaution to prevent anyone carrying Foot & Mouth or any other disease from entering the country. Once our passports have been stamped for entry into Botswana, we head off for our safari adventure in Chobe National Park.
The game-viewing safari begins with a river cruise into the park, where, along with the numerous water birds, we can expect to see hippos and crocodiles. Chobe is home to many herbivores that gather at the river to drink, including elephants and buffalo. Lechwe and puku are often spied on the islands, and many antelopes gather on the riverbank - kudu, impala, and waterbuck being quite common.
Soft drinks and water are on hand during the cruise, and we stop for a buffet lunch at the Chobe Safari Lodge, with complimentary juice included.
After the lunch break, we set off in our safari vehicles, ideal for game viewing and photography, for an exciting game drive. Lions are often spotted in Chobe, as well as antelope, and if we are really lucky, we may see a cheetah. The game drive lasts for 3 hours, and then it's time to head back to the border posts for our return journey to Victoria Falls, where we expect to arrive around 18:00. Don't forget to take your passport with you today. A camera, a hat or cap, and sunscreen are also essential, and binoculars are useful too.
We get up early on day three of our 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour for an action-packed day of adventures. At about 07h30 this morning, we set off on our half-day canoe trip on the Upper Zambezi River, above the spectacular Victoria Falls.
The day starts with a game drive en route to our starting point at Chundu, in the Zambezi National Park. After a safety briefing by the professional river guide and a quick practice session on the water, the paddle begins. This is not a challenging paddle, navigating only small, easy rapids, and no canoeing experience is required.
We canoe along the channels of the beautiful island-dotted Zambezi River for a 15km stretch, passing alongside the banks of the Zambezi National Park. Paddle down the Upper Zambezi at an easy pace, looking out for hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles, elephants, kudus, impalas, and other wild creatures along the riverbanks. Canoeing along the river is also a great way to spot birds, including the powerful Martial Eagle, among the over 50 bird species commonly sighted. This gentle paddle is all about soaking up the beautiful scenery and enjoying the local fauna and flora up close. Afterwards, we have a picnic lunch (drinks included) and relax on the riverbank.
This afternoon, the adventure continues with a guided tour of Victoria Falls. Our guide first leads us to an ancient Baobab tree in the forest to admire the 16-meter-thick giant, simply known as the “Big Tree”, before taking us to the Falls. This guided walking tour passes through the rainforests created by the thundering waters of the waterfall, where you may be lucky enough to see bushbucks and other wild animals.
Your skilled guide explains the geology of Victoria Falls and tells you more about this epic waterfall as you walk along the entire length of Victoria Falls. The walk takes you from Livingstone View to the Devil’s Cataract to the Main Falls, and on to the Rainbow Falls and Danger Point - a full range of stunning viewpoints.
The final day of our 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour ends on a high note, with the Flight of Angels helicopter flight and a cultural experience.
Today, we lift off on our thrilling helicopter flight. This Flight of Angels takes us on a scenic chopper ride over the thundering Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, providing fantastic views and a whole new perspective of this natural wonder.
The 15-minute helicopter flight provides an uninterrupted bird’s eye view of the magnificent Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River, and the surrounding bush. We fly upstream over Mosi Oa Tunya National Park, looking out for game below, and downstream over the impressive Batoka Gorge. This scenic Flight of Angels is conducted in a helicopter designed to offer each passenger superb views.
From above the falls, it is easy to see why the helicopter flight over Victoria Falls is called the Flight of Angels!
Our day continues with a trip to a local village, where our knowledgeable guide takes us on a cultural village tour, which provides insight into the lives of local Zimbabweans and their rich traditions. We visit Mpisi Village to see how the Matabele people live and find out more about their unique history and customs.
After our fascinating glimpse into traditional life in Zimbabwe, you are transferred to Victoria Falls International Airport for your onward flight, bringing this 4-day Victoria Falls Zimbabwe tour to a close.
Mbano Manor is an exclusive African female-owned sanctuary set within a serene private forest just minutes from Victoria Falls. With only 18 elegant suites and one private villa, Mbano Manor offers exceptional privacy and deeply personalised service in a setting defined by space, stillness, and understated sophistication.
Named one of TIME's World's Greatest Places 2025, Mbano Manor is where true luxury is felt, not announced—a quiet standout for discerning travellers seeking an intimate, refined Victoria Falls experience.
Experience the African Bush along the banks of the Zambezi River on the back of a horse. This Horseback Safari will allow you to get up close and personal with several game species endemic to the area, including duiker, bushbuck, warthog, elephants, hippos, and crocodiles.
The outride is under the expert guidance of game rangers. The Horseback Safari can accommodate inexperienced riders and those who have had considerable riding experience. You will be grouped with riders of similar experience to your own to ensure you get the most out of your outing. A perfect way to assimilate with the natural wildlife of the area.
Plunge off the Victoria Falls Bridge, falling 111 meters into the Batoka Gorge below!
Experience a pure and extreme adrenaline rush as you plummet into the narrow gorge, flanked by Victoria Falls waterfall! More than 50,000 people have taken on the challenge of bungee jumping off this bridge, where you dangle over the Zambezi River.
Both ankle and body harnesses are used, and photographs or videos of your leap can be purchased to capture the heart-racing experience.
The White Water Rafting experience on the mighty Zambezi has been described as the best commercial white water rafting experience in the world. This exciting full-day excursion on the mighty Zambezi River is a fantastic experience for those with a sense of adventure.
The day is all about clean water, a healthy helping of African sunshine, and a dose of exercise; all this against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, the spectacular Victoria Falls.
The day begins early with a briefing and breakfast. It's then off on your adventure, where you will tackle some Grade 5 rapids under the expert guidance of world-class guides. Lunch is included. At the end of the day, you will be lifted out of the gorge, where you will be met with cold drinks and beers. At the end of the white water rafting excursion, you get to watch a DVD of your thrilling day of Zambezi rafting.
A truly exhilarating experience!
The ultimate place for riverboarding - the Zambezi River has the necessary volume of water and few exposed rocks in its rapids and pools, making it ideal for this exhilarating activity.
Riverboarding on the Zambezi can be done as a half or full-day activity and is combined with rafting in an action-packed and thrilling adventure. Along the way, stops are made to relax and play between rapids, and clients always have the option of switching to the backup raft. The riverboarding adventures are led by trained and professional guides with first aid certificates to ensure your safety.
This excellent-value 5-Day Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari Luxury Package follows the same itinerary but spends a night in Chobe National Park after Victoria Falls.
For a more complete safari package, this budget Victoria Falls Safari is available as part of a combination tour package, which also visits Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's top safari destination. The 6-Day Victoria Falls & Hwange Safari Luxury Package follows the same itinerary with an extra two nights in a private concession area of Hwange added after Victoria Falls.
For travellers seeking the same action-packed itinerary with excellent-value accommodation, explore our 4-Day Affordable Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Tour (Rainbow Hotel or Azambezi River Lodge).
Some park entry fees are not included (US$ 10 to US$ 12 where applicable). Excluded fees are payable directly on the given day.
For up-to-date and confirmed pricing info for optional items, please drop us an enquiry.
This tour does take children.
Please note there is a minimum age requirement of 10 years old on the canoeing excursion.
Please contact African Budget Safaris for more information.
All Victoria Falls Departures | All Victoria Falls Tours |
5-day Victoria Falls & Chobe safari at Insika Lodge and Cresta Mowana Safari Resort. Includes Flight of Angels, Zambezi canoeing, sunset cruise & Big 5 game viewing with superior service.
5-day Victoria Falls & Chobe safari at Insika Lodge and Chobe Safari Lodge. Includes Flight of Angels, Zambezi canoeing, sunset cruise & Big 5 game viewing in Chobe National Park.
5-day Victoria Falls & Chobe safari at Kasambabezi Lodge with Zambezi River views and Cresta Mowana Safari Resort. Includes Flight of Angels, Zambezi canoeing, sunset cruise & Big 5 game viewing.
5-day Victoria Falls & Chobe safari at Kasambabezi Lodge with Zambezi River views and Chobe Safari Lodge. Includes Flight of Angels, Zambezi canoeing, sunset cruise & Big 5 game viewing.
Experience Victoria Falls at Kasambabezi Lodge with this 4-day Zimbabwe tour. Includes Chobe safari, Flight of Angels & sunset cruise. Elevated Zambezi views.
Affordable 4-day Victoria Falls tour in Zimbabwe. Includes Chobe safari, Flight of Angels & sunset cruise. Comfortable accommodation just minutes from the Falls.
Experience Victoria Falls at Insika Lodge with this 4-day Zimbabwe tour. Includes Chobe safari, Flight of Angels & sunset cruise. Boutique lodge with 80 rooms, private waterhole & lush gardens.
6-day Victoria Falls, Chobe & Hwange budget lodge safari with Big Five game viewing, a Chobe safari, Zambezi cruise, canoe trip, helicopter flight and cultural experiences.
Our team has the destination knowledge to help you plan an unforgettable African adventure. We're based in Cape Town and ready to help.
We can also plan you an affordable private group or tailor-made tour. We built our business on turning luxury travel into affordable travel.
