Designed for the rugged adventurer, the Big Five Explorer is a 7-day safari through Zimbabwe’s most thrilling conservation zones. Starting in Bulawayo, venture into the off-grid wilderness of Khami Sanctuary, where leopard sightings and night drives set the tone. Continue to Hwange National Park for classic big game camping—elephants, lions, and optional walking safaris included. End in Matobo Hills, where granite peaks and ancient trails host the rare white rhino and some of the country’s best hiking. With camping and self-catering flexibility, this trip is pure adrenaline on a budget.
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Designed for the rugged adventurer, the Big Five Explorer is a 7-day safari through Zimbabwe’s most thrilling conservation zones. Starting in Bulawayo, venture into the off-grid wilderness of Khami Sanctuary, where leopard sightings and night drives set the tone. Continue to Hwange National Park for classic big game camping—elephants, lions, and optional walking safaris included. End in Matobo Hills, where granite peaks and ancient trails host the rare white rhino and some of the country’s best hiking. With camping and self-catering flexibility, this trip is pure adrenaline on a budget.
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