Zambezi Quest
Game drives
Explore the park with expert guides who know the best spots to witness elephant, lion and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Half or full day
Hwange National Park
Zimbabwe
Hwange National Park
Tour & journey begins with us
Zimbabwe's largest and most iconic national park, Hwange is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Known for its abundant elephant population, Hwange also boasts a variety of other wildlife including lion, leopard, buffalo and over 400 bird species. With vast open plains, dense woodlands and hidden watering holes, Hwange offers the ultimate safari experience.
At a glance
Hwange National Park in four numbers
14,600 km²
Zimbabwe's largest park, roughly the size of Belgium.
Vast elephant herds
One of the largest elephant populations on the continent.
Pumped waterholes
Almost no natural surface water, so game concentrates at the pans.
400+ species
Plus sable and roan antelope on the northern grasslands.
Top experiences
What to do here
The experiences worth building your days around, all of which we run ourselves or with guides we have worked with for years.
Night safaris
Discover the nocturnal side of Hwange as you search for predators, hyena and the other animals that come alive after dark.
Selected concessionsWalking safaris
Get up close with nature on a guided walk, learning about animal tracks, plants and the smaller creatures you drive past.
With an armed guideWaterhole hides
Sit still and let the park come to you. Genuinely the most underrated few hours available here.
Two hours or more
Best time to visit
From July to October, the dry season offers the best wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources. November to April brings the rains, the birds and the newborns, though the game scatters and the grass grows high.
Plan your trip to Hwange National Park
Ready to experience it for yourself? Contact us to start planning your adventure, and we will send a written, costed itinerary back, usually within a working day.
Packages
Tours that include Hwange National Park
Three of our twenty packages. All of them can be shortened, extended or rebuilt around your dates.
Exploration: Victoria Falls & Hwange
Set off on a 3-day journey through Victoria Falls and Hwange. Begin with a peaceful Zambezi sunset cruise and a vibrant Boma drum show. Head to Hwange for thrilling game drives and wildlife sightings, then return to explore the Falls, the Big Tree and the curio market.
Victoria Falls · Hwange NP
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Victoria Falls, Hwange & Chobe
A thrilling 4-day journey through Victoria Falls, Hwange and Chobe. Enjoy a Zambezi sunset cruise and lively Boma drum show, exciting game drives in Hwange and Chobe, then conclude with the Falls, the Big Tree and the vibrant curio market.
Victoria Falls · Hwange · Chobe
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Hwange, Chobe & Victoria Falls
A 5-day adventure through Zimbabwe and Botswana, with game drives in Hwange, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi and a lively Boma Dinner and Drum Show. Explore Chobe's wildlife on a scenic boat cruise and game drive, then end with a stunning visit to Victoria Falls.
Hwange · Chobe · Victoria Falls
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