• Zimbabwe

Overview

Experience the essence of Zimbabwe’s culture & nature on this exciting & memorable  trip. Walk with the lions in Antelope Park, discover the wildlife of Hwange National Park under the moonlight, & marvel at the breathtaking Victoria Falls. You’ll also have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of locals as you participate in volunteer projects in Harare & Gweru. You don’t want to miss this uniquely awesome adventure! 

Highlights

  • Volunteer Project – Make a positive impact on the lives of locals in Gweru & Harare. Project opportunities include orphan care & building maintenance.
  • Antelope Park – Walk with the lions, & attend an elephant-training demonstration.
  • Victoria Falls – One of the world’s seven natural wonders.
  • Hwange National Park – Enjoy exciting safari game drives by day & by night.

Itinerary

Day 1: Harare

Arrive at the airport in Harare, & transfer to the hotel. Learn about local culture during an orientation meeting. Afterward, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. 

Day 2: Harare

After breakfast, begin the volunteer project of your choice. Opportunities include orphan care & building maintenance. 

Day 3: Harare – Gweru

Travel to Antelope Park today, home to a lion rehabilitation program. Enjoy a guided tour through the park to observe & learn about its wildlife. 

Day 4: Gweru

In the morning, continue to make a positive impact on the local community by participating in your volunteer project. After lunch, return to Antelope Park for an elephant-training demonstration.  

Day 5: Gweru

Enjoy another visit to Antelope Park this morning. Highlights include walking with the lions & a behind the scenes look at the lion rehabilitation program. Spend time this afternoon volunteering in the community. Afterward, choose from a variety of optional activities, which include observing lion cubs & horseback riding.  

Day 6: Gweru – Hwange

Head to Hwange National Park today, where you’ll enjoy an exciting safari game drive. The more than one hundred species of mammals inside the park includes lions, elephants, hyenas, buffalo, zebra, & giraffes. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars to check out the hundreds of species of birds!

Day 7: Hwange

Enjoy a walk through the bush in Hwange National Park this morning. After spending the afternoon at leisure, experience the national park under the moon light. On this game drive you might have the opportunity to see one of the park’s predators hunt its prey! 

Day 8: Hwange – Victoria Falls

Travel to the breathtaking Victoria Falls today. You’ll be amazed as you set your eyes upon this natural world wonder! After visiting the falls, enjoy delicious local cuisine at one of the area’s restaurants.

Day 9: Victoria Falls

Spend the day at leisure. There are several exciting activities available at Victoria Falls, including whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, helicopter adventures, & river cruises on the Zambezi. 

Day 10: Victoria Falls

This morning, explore the Elephant Walk market, which features handicrafts made by locals. Spend the afternoon at leisure, & enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Day 11: Victoria Falls – USA

Transfer to the airport, & begin the journey home. 

Optional Add-Ons

Available Upon Request

Includes

  • International flights
  • Airport transfers
  • Meeting & assistance upon arrival
  • Meals per itinerary
  • Accommodations per itinerary
  • Sightseeing with licensed tour guides
  • Orientation on the work involved & important cultural considerations
  • All relevant materials for improvement of community facilities as per the need assessment