Shearwater Safari Experiences

For the ultimate drive or walk in the Zambezi National Park, try one of these Shearwater Safari Experiences.

The Zambezi National Park is only 15 minutes from the Victoria Falls and is home to many species of animals including elephants, buffalo, leopards, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, gazelle, and many more. The Zambezi river marks its northern border, beyond which lies Zambia.

The morning experience includes a light breakfast and drinks. The afternoon experience includes drinks and snacks, while the evening experience features a 2-course dinner.

GAME WALKS

This interactive way of viewing animals and nature allows you to interact in a unique way that game drives don't. Explore and follow animals’ tracks, get up close with the animals, and enjoy the natural beauty of our wildlife surroundings.

Walking allows you to experience Africa in a way that few get to see, hear, touch and smell. Your guide will help you meet many of Africa's creatures, big and small.

GAME DRIVES

A safari game drive is an excellent way to see wildlife. You'll have the opportunity to explore more of the park while sitting comfortably in a specially modified game vehicle as they cover vast distances at your own pace.

Your guide will show you the various animals, plants and birds that you might see as well as their tracks. There will be stops in the tour to stretch your legs. Snacks and a drink will be served by the River Zambezi.

NIGHT DRIVES

Here is your chance to encounter some of the nocturnal animals in the Zambezi National Park.

The game drive's special red spotlights keep the animals calm and you can view them without disturbing them in their natural habitat. You will have a chance to visit Shearwater Café or be returned straight back to your hotel at the end of your tour.

The Activity

Shearwater Safari Experiences Information

Morning and Afternoon Walks and Drives

Morning (6am) and afternoon (2:30pm) game walks and drives are available with Shearwater Safari Experiences.

With the morning walk or drive, the complimentary breakfast menu includes muffins, scones, tea, coffee and water. In total, all walks and drives last between 3 and 3.5 hours.

For afternoon game drives and walks, snacks, beers, soft drinks and water will be provided. Dinner is served in the evening after a two-hour game drive where there are cash bars at the restaurants.

Included in these packages, are all parks entrance fees and a fleece poncho to keep you cozy in the winter or early mornings.

Night Drives

If you take the evening game drive, pick ups are at 3:35pm and dinner is served at the Shearwater Café in Victoria Falls town.

Important Information

Wear neutral colours and comfortable walking shoes. The mornings and evenings can be cool so bring something warm.
There will be a maximum of 6 guests on game walks and 10 on game drives, both experiences require at least two participants.
Passengers over the age of 4 are welcome on game drives whereas guests over 13 years old may enjoy a walk through the bushveld on game walks.
There’s no upper age limit, but you must be fit enough to walk through the bush in the heat.
Sightings can't be guaranteed, but people often see elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and several species of plains game.
While they are less common, tours will sometimes see lions and leopards. Guides also talk about the flora, fauna, and birdlife of the Zambezi National Park.
The guides train for four years and are professionals, they are also qualified to lead walking safaris. All guides on walking trips carry a firearm as they are licenced to do so. They also carry a first aid kit and radio to communicate with Shearwater Safari Experiences HQ.