Zimbabwe - 7-Day Hwange & Mana Pools Fly-in Safari - Private Fly-in

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Zimbabwe – 7-Day Hwange & Mana Pools Fly-in Safari – Private Fly-in

7 days / 6 nights
Western Hwange National Park • Mana Pools National Park

Country

Zimbabwe

Duration

7 days

Highlights

Western Hwange National Park

Mana Pools National Park

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Zimbabwe – 7-Day Hwange & Mana Pools Fly-in Safari – Private Fly-in

From $4,300
Mana Pools National Park
Deteema Springs Camp
Western Hwange National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Western Hwange National Park

Includes

Light aircraft flights Victoria Falls - Hwange - Mana Pools - Kariba, including 15kg hold and 5 kg hand luggage all in soft bags
All airstrip transfers
6 nights in safari accommodation on an all-inclusive basis 
2 daily, shared safari activities
Park fees

Excludes

International flights
Premium Drinks
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Western Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Located in western Zimbabwe, Hwange National Park (formerly Wankie Game Reserve) is the largest natural reserve in the country and is famous for its rich diversity of wildlife. The northern and western areas of the park are different - the northern area is encompassed by the Zambezi watershed, while the western part consists of grasslands, marshes, and scattered woodlands. The natural seeps such as Nehimba and Shakwanki, where animals dig for water, are particularly notable. The park is home to one of the biggest elephant populations in the world, as well as around 100 mammal species, and several protected animals including the endangered wild dog, critically endangered black rhino, and rare roan and sable. Around 500 bird species also inhabit the area. Visitors can look forward to bush hikes, game drives, and horse riding safaris.
Western Hwange National Park
Western Hwange National Park
Western Hwange National Park
Western Hwange National Park
Western Hwange National Park
Western Hwange National Park
  • Deteema Springs Camp

    Day 1 - 4

    Deteema Springs Camp was opened in 2019, after the founders of Machaba Safaris saw an opportunity to create an intimate safari camp, in an incredible wildlife area, on a site which is hard to describe.
    Deteema Springs Camp
    Deteema Springs Camp
    Deteema Springs Camp
    Deteema Springs Camp
    Deteema Springs Camp
    Deteema Springs Camp
    +11

Day 1

Day Notes:

After arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will catch your light aircraft flight to the local airstrip, where you will be met and transferred to Deteema Springs Camp. After settling in, you will enjoy a shared afternoon game drive.

  • Charter Flight from Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA] to Robins Airstrip

  • Transfer from Robins Airstrip to Deteema Springs Camp

  • Check-in to Deteema Springs Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 3

Day Notes:

Activities on offer at Deteema Springs Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Walking

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

Located in northern Zimbabwe, the life-giving power of the Zambezi River makes Mana Pools National Park one of Zimbabwe’s most lush and flourishing regions. Characterised by a diversity of landscapes including floodplains, forests, and baobab trees, the park has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its natural beauty; providing a fantastic destination for photographers. It is an Important Bird Area and is also one of the continent’s premier game-viewing locations, known for its good chances of seeing elephants, wild dogs, lions, and leopards. Visitors can look forward to an array of activities such as canoe trips, guided walks, game drives, river cruises, nature walks, bird watching, and catch-and-release fishing.
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
Mana Pools National Park
  • Ingwe Pan Camp

    Day 4 - 7

    Ingwe Pan is situated at a secluded pan in the wilderness area of Mana Pools National Park, just a few kilometres inland of the Zambezi River and within walking distance of the Chiruwe river bed. The pan is one of the biggest in the park and is surrounded by a grove of large ebony trees. A magnificent fig and ancient ebony form the canopy of the main lounge and dining area of the camp. An ancient baobab is a few minutes walk from the camp and the perfect spot for picnics and sundowners in the evening.
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    Ingwe Pan Camp
    +8

Day 4

Day Notes:

After your last shared morning game drive (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the local airstrip, where you will catch your light aircraft flight to the Mana Pools National Park. You will be met at the local airstrip and transferred to Ingwe Pan. Once you arrive there, settle in and then head out on your first shared afternoon game drive in your new surroundings.

 

  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Deteema Springs Camp

  • Transfer from Deteema Springs Camp to Robins Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Robins Airstrip to Mana Pools Airstrip

  • Transfer from Mana Pools Airstrip to Ingwe Pan Camp

  • Check-in to Ingwe Pan Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 5 - 6

Day Notes:

Activities on offer at Ingwe Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Walking 
  • Canoeing (by prior arrangement only)

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Day 7

  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Ingwe Pan Camp

  • Transfer from Ingwe Pan Camp to Mana Pools Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Mana Pools Airstrip to Kariba Airport [KAB]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Western Hwange National Park
Zimbabwe
Day 1-2

Western Hwange National Park

Located in western Zimbabwe, Hwange National Park (formerly Wankie Game Reserve) is the largest natural reserve in the country and is famous for its rich diversity of wildlife.
Mana Pools National Park
Zimbabwe
Day 4-5

Mana Pools National Park

Located in northern Zimbabwe, the life-giving power of the Zambezi River makes Mana Pools National Park one of Zimbabwe’s most lush and flourishing regions.

Accommodations

Deteema Springs Camp
Western Hwange National Park
Day 1-4

Deteema Springs Camp

Deteema Springs Camp was opened in 2019, after the founders of Machaba Safaris saw an opportunity to create an intimate safari camp, in an incredible wildlife area, on a site which is hard to describe..
Ingwe Pan Camp
Mana Pools National Park
Day 4-7

Ingwe Pan Camp

Ingwe Pan is situated at a secluded pan in the wilderness area of Mana Pools National Park, just a few kilometres inland of the Zambezi River and within walking distance of the Chiruwe river bed.

1 - 15 November 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 4,960
  • Single traveller: US$ 5,995
  • Solo traveller: US$ 7,285
  • Child, age 6 -11 years: US$ 3,235

CAMPS CLOSED 16 NOVEMBER 2025 - APRIL 2026 

May 2026 - LONG-STAY DISCOUNT INCLUDED

  • Per person sharing: US$ 4,300
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Solo traveller: US$ 5,590
  • Child, age 6 -11 years: US$ 2,920

June - October 2026 - LONG-STAY DISCOUNT INCLUDED

  • Per person sharing: US$ 5,480
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT*
  • Solo traveller: US$ 6,765
  • Child, age 6 -11 years: US$ 3,510

1 - 15 November 2026 

  • Per person sharing: US$ 5,165
  • Single traveller: US$ 6,250
  • Solo traveller: US$ 7,540
  • Child, age 6 -11 years: US$ 3,350

CAMPS CLOSED 16 NOVEMBER 2026 - APRIL 2027

*Single supplement applies if there is more than 1 single booking per group for accommodation

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