Victoria Falls: Night Game Drive and 3-Course Bush Dinner

Zimbabwe



Watch the bush come to life at night with abundant animals and get a chance to spot large predators including lions, leopards and hyenas. Relax around an open campfire while listening to the nocturnal sounds of the bush and savoring a 3-course BBQ meal.

Victoria Falls Night Safari - Private Game Reserve

This 6-hour night safari near Victoria Falls offers wildlife viewing for small groups in a private reserve, ideal for nature lovers and families.

Highlights

  • Safari aboard an open 4x4 vehicle on a private game reserve to view nocturnal African animals
  • Chance to see large predators including lions, leopards, and hyenas hunting at night
  • Open campfire dinner with a 3-course BBQ meal, wine, and cold beer under the stars

Description

Your safari begins with hotel pickup at around 4:00 PM and a transfer to a private reserve about 7 miles from Victoria Falls town. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive through basalt plains, Kalahari sands, and teak forests of the Nakavango Private Game Reserve.

Guided by an experienced local, you will learn about the African bush while spotting wildlife. At sunset, pause at a vantage point for drinks, snacks, and conversation with fellow travelers. As night falls, use a spotlight to observe nocturnal wildlife activity, including predators such as lions and hyenas and prey species like elephants, rhinos, buffalos, civets, and more.

After about 1.5 hours of night game viewing, return to an open-air enclosure for a 3-course BBQ dinner complemented by wine, beer, and light refreshments. Listen to wildlife calls and watch animals come to the nearby waterhole. The safari finishes with a hotel drop-off around 10:00 PM.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Victoria Falls town
  • Professional guide
  • 3-course BBQ meal
  • Wine, cold beer, and light refreshments
  • Insect repellent if requested
  • Small-group tour with a maximum of 9 people

Excludes

  • $15 National Park Fees payable upon arrival
  • Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 4 years; minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Warm clothing recommended during winter months
  • Advise of any dietary requirements when booking
  • Wheelchair accessible; notify if assistance is required
  • All guides are first aid qualified; leaders carry a rifle, communication radio, and first aid kit

Booking Tips

Book in advance for availability. Bring warm clothes for cooler evenings. Carry a camera with good low-light capability. The best time to visit is from late afternoon to night for wildlife activity.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can see nocturnal animals such as lions, leopards, hyenas, and other wildlife active after dark on this private Zimbabwe reserve.
The night safari occurs on a private game reserve near Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.
The entire experience lasts approximately six hours, including the game drive and a three-course bush dinner.
Yes, the activity includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Yes, the night safari offers a chance to observe large predators like lions and leopards active during their hunting hours.
A three-course BBQ dinner with wine and cold beer is served around an open campfire in the bush.
Pickup typically begins around 4:00 PM, but check the website for current times and availability.
It’s recommended to wear neutral-colored, warm clothing and comfortable shoes suitable for nighttime safari conditions in Zimbabwe.
Age restrictions may apply; check the specific tour details on the website to confirm if children are allowed.
Experienced guides lead the open 4x4 safari with spotlights, following strict safety protocols on the private reserve in Zimbabwe.

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