Zimbabwe · HIKING & TREKKING
Good walking safaris fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Set out from Victoria Falls with a local English-speaking guide such as Japhet or Ja. Hike into Batoka Gorge for river views and a demanding descent and climb, then enjoy a home-cooked organic lunch at Mpala Guest & Adventure Farm. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and water are included.
“guide, food and the epic views was fantastic. Friendly staff and nicely planned day.”
Start at Mpala Guest & Adventure Farm in Chisuma Village and hike toward Batoka Gorge, passing waterfalls and Zambezi River viewpoints. Guide JB helps keep the group safe on the rougher track. Return to the farm for bottled water and a traditional Zimbabwean lunch.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this hike - the gorge views are great and nice to get out of Victoria falls and see some more local spots. The guide and driver were super cool and so warm and welcoming. After the hike we had a simple but delicious hoRead more”
You’ll tour Victoria Falls from above, rappel 110 meters into Batoka Gorge, raft beneath the falls, hike at their base, and swim under the spray. English-speaking guides, hotel pickup, lunch, and return transfer are included. Bring swimwear, a towel, sturdy shoes, and cash for park fees.
You’ll hike and climb through Batoka Gorge with an English-speaking guide, then eat a home-cooked bush dinner beside the gorge as the sun sets. Expect striking Zambezi River views, grilled meats, vegetarian dishes, sadza, local drinks, and a fairly strenuous route.
“It was a very strenuous hike - more climbing - some fitness required - but it was great and the views were breathtaking - the simple bush dinner at sunset was also a real experience”
Pick the water, the wildlife, the air or the stone.
