Kenya and Zimbabwe: Safari and the Falls

Experience the thrill of getting up-close with nature and wildlife. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary to catch these highly endangered mammals thrive in their local habitat. You could also drop by the Endangered Species Enclosure and bond with a baby rhino, while acquainting yourself with the world’s last remaining northern white rhinos. Evoke all your natural faculties as you learn how to track lions in the wild.

Enjoy wonderfully diverse game drives in the Masai Mara and the bordering exclusive Naboisho Conservancy. The best time for this is in the early morning when the animals are particularly active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon. You also have the opportunity for exciting night drives to observe rarely spotted nocturnal wildlife.

Enjoy a fine dining experience at Elephant Café, near Victoria Falls, and interact with rescued pachyderms during this unique experience. Set off on a 30-minute cruise from the David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa. As you travel up the Zambezi river, you may be able to spot wildlife as you cross Zimbabwe, with its national parks, and Zambia. Hold on to your seat as the boat negotiates multiple rapids and shallow basalt rock channels, while avoiding hippos and crocodiles. Once you arrive, meet the elephants from the nearby sanctuary. Many have been hand-reared, and while the older ones have been rescued from droughts and culling exercises, the younger ones came from the wild or have been born into the herd. Learn more about these gentle giants and feed and play with them. Once the herd retires to the bush, head to the Elephant Café for a memorable dining experience while overlooking the magnificent Zambezi River. Sit in the tented café area and feast on gourmet bush dishes that are prepared using seasonal, fresh ingredients, including wild edibles. Take in the sounds of the African bush as you enjoy your meal. (Duration: half day; Time: afternoon; Shared activity & transfers; Meals included: dinner; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Please wear neutral-colored clothing while participating in the elephant interaction and warm clothing in the winter months; Please bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, cool, long-sleeved shirt for sun protection on the jetboat and a camera; Min age: 10)

Get an adrenaline rush with this exciting canopy tour that will offer you fabulous views of the roaring Zambezi rapids, the magnificent Victoria Falls, and the bridge. Before you set off, take careful note of the detailed safety briefing by your two guides to ensure you have a fun time on this thrilling adventure. Enjoy bird’s eye views of the falls, counted among one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Zip across a network of nine slides of varying lengths ranging from 131 feet (40 m) to 278 feet (85 m) as you keep an eye out for exotic bird species such as Knysna, peregrine falcons, and purple-crested Turaco. Savor scenic views of the hardwood forest of the Zambezi gorges as you traverse the cable bridge walkway. (Duration: 3 hrs; Fitness Level: moderate.)