4
Days
2,196km²
Mana Pools
280km
Lake Kariba
4+
Activities

Mana Pools is famous for its canoe safaris on the Zambezi River, a unique way to encounter hippos and crocodiles at close range. Lake Kariba offers boat-based wildlife viewing.

The combination of water-based and land-based safaris provides diverse experiences.

UNESCO World Heritage Site with outstanding conservation status.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Harare to Mana Pools

River safari arrival

Travel from Harare to Mana Pools. Afternoon canoe and game viewing on Zambezi River.

Highlights
River WildlifeHipposCanoe Safari

Accommodation: Mana Pools Camp

Day 2: Mana Pools Exploration

Land and water activities

Full day combining canoe safari and land-based game drive.

Highlights
Canoe SafariLand Game Drive

Accommodation: Mana Pools Camp

Day 3: Lake Kariba

Lake boat safari

Transfer to Lake Kariba. Boat safari on Africa's largest man-made lake.

Highlights
Lake ViewsWater Wildlife

Accommodation: Lake Kariba Lodge

Day 4: Return to Harare

Departure

Final morning on Lake Kariba. Return to Harare.

Highlights
Journey Completion

Accommodation: Harare Hotel/Flight

Tour Highlights

🚣 Water Activities

Zambezi CanoeingLake Kariba SailingRiver SafariWater Adventure

🦛 Water Wildlife

HipposCrocodilesWater BirdsFish Eagles

🦁 Land Animals

ElephantsBuffaloLionsBig Five

🌳 Natural Sites

UNESCO HeritageZambezi RiverLake KaribaWilderness Areas

What's Included

Inclusions

  • All accommodation
  • Canoe safaris
  • Land game drives
  • Lake boat safari
  • All meals
  • Expert guides
  • All transport

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

Booking Details

€1,200
per person
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Difficulty: Moderate
Group Size: 2-8
Best Season: May-Oct
Route: Harare → Mana Pools → Lake Kariba
Accommodation: Safari camps

Accommodations Featured

Mana Pools Camp
Mana Pools
Lake Kariba Lodge
Lake Kariba