Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner from Victoria Falls
4.5
Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner from Victoria Falls
By Tamuka Travel
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Ages 4-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
- 3-course BBQ meal
- Wine, cold beer and light refreshments (with dinner)
- Insect repellent (please request)
- Small-group tour (Maximum of 9 people)
What's not included- Gratuities
- The listed price does not include a $15 park fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
- Pick up points outside Victoria Falls town will attract an extra fee of $10 per person
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- The traveler to indicate their hotel name or pick up point so that the driver can pick you. Pick up points outside Victoria Falls town will attract an extra fee of $10 per person
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 49208P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 4 years
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code: Use warm clothing in winter
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- All guides are first aid qualified. All Trip Leaders carry a rifle, a communication radio and a first aid kit
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 49208P5
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- Climber057118087150 contributionsBest part of my trip to zambiaAmazing tour the swim over zambezi was easy, they made sure we were safe at all times. the tour guide did an amazing job taking pictures in pool. They kept all our phones in a waterproof bag so didn’t have to worry about that. Provided towels and a great breakfast. So glad i did itWritten 16 September 2024
- 449scottm0 contributionsBUYER BEWARE - DO NOT TRUST THIS TOUR COMPANYDO NOT BOOK THIS! My wife and I were picked up in Victoria Falls and driven North ro an unknown location in Zimbabwe on the river. The driver acted like.he did not know what was going on I checked my map on the cell and saw we were driving away from the Zambia boarder - very concerning and scary for my wife- we were handed off to a tour with no explanation- when asked what was going on I was assured all was fine- the tour company passed us off to some other tour without our permission nor knowledge- we were STUCK and trapped. I had paid the $20/pp US for transport and acquired the proper muti entry Visa for Zimbabwe to Zambia for $100 US - NEVER USED IT. When we got into the boat for the tour I questioned the guide and through several questions they finally told me that we were not going to Devils Pool on the Zambia side but to Devils Cataract on the Zimbabwe side- I was very MAD I was deceived and ripped off. Traveled all this way - booked well in advance to have the tour company just deceive me and scare my wife! BUYER BEWARE! Now I'm out $100 Visa expenses and the $40 transfer fee not to mention my wife and I will probably never get to experience Devils Pool - this really SUCKS!Written 10 September 2024
- andreaaT4924VU0 contributionsVictoria Falls Devils PoolThis is such a unique experience that can't be replicated anywhere else. The group were great at communicating expectations with us about pickup and shuttle across the better from Zimbabwe to Zambia. We felt completely safe the entire time and the water was refreshing, but not freezing, at such an early hour. Definitely a memory for life.Written 10 September 2024
- WCAnth0 contributionsBucket listStunning experience, guides were so professional and made us feel very safe and comfortable. The experience is something you can't really explain and definitely a bucket list for anyone. You also get to see the falls from a different perspective ❤️Written 8 September 2024
- rachaisson0 contributionsVictoria FallsAn amazing and thrilling experience. Never thought I would be so close to the falls, much less right in them. The guides made me feel completely comfortable to engage in this activity.Written 3 September 2024
- JulesP710 contributionsJust do it!Scary, brilliant, exhilarating - but safe! - experience. We walked back and forth (with our guide) and didn't have a meal, making it much more affordable, and the walk was very interesting. Just do it!Written 1 September 2024
- kerryo5830 contributionsDevils pool experienceThe most professional crew !! I was very nervous and I wasn’t sure if I would make the plunge . It would have to be the most frightening, scary thing I would ever do ! And after the experience, I have to congratulate all members / guides and especially Alex who was our main guide for their professionalism ! I felt safe ; mind you it’s a once only in a lifetime. I’m thrilled to have done this activity . If you are interested in doing this - I recommend it 100 percent for the exhilarating experience. Thanks again Alex !!Written 21 August 2024
- philipjamesw0 contributionsA Wonderfully Unique Dining Experience.This was truly a step back in time. Growing up in the north of England part of the excitement of spending summer holidays at a seaside town was the journey on a steam train. The Victoria Falls Railway experience was of course far ritzier and such a unique dining experience. Catered by the Victoria Falls Hotel, the food was delicious and superbly presented. I cannot recommend it enough.Written 5 August 2024
- 520jordanc0 contributionsDon’t miss doing this !Tamuka travel organised the tour for us, but it is run by Tongebezi Lodge. No tour company run the actual experience, merely the transport and booking you in on the day and time requested at booking. Our taxi was 15 minutes late as another couple were not ready for pick up. Also it was an extra $32 for our return transport to the Zambia border where you are taken by another taxi driver to the venue. At the venue, it is a very slick operation and the guides are really excellent, do tip them!!! We went on the first boat at 07.30. We had water shoes, definitely required as rocks both sharp and very slippery. You can hire them there, but towels are provided, no need to bring one as stated. Waivers to be signed etc but soon your group is assigned a leader who travels with you on the speedboat to Livingston Island, chilly ride at that time of the morning. Easier if you are already changed into swimwear,though basic loo on the island, ones to use are at the Zambia venue before you set off, really clean. Boat journey about ten minutes. You meet the chef and choose your meal option, then take off any clothes apart from swimwear and shoes. Everything put into a box, we had passports and cash and all was there on our return. Towels are taken with you to nearer the falls. Phones are given to the groups leader who keeps them in waterproof bag. You then swim, wade and clamber to Devils pool. Guides hugely helpful, we had a non swimmer in our small group of 4. We all felt very safe and they have a very well organised route. Just do as the guides ask! We had a full rainbow over the falls on our visit. It really is an amazing experience. Your leader takes several photos and video footage of your time in the pool. You do not get to take your own photos until outside the pool. Some people complained the photos were not very good, but we were pleased with ours and thought the venue could quite easily put in a professional photographer and make people buy these and ban mobile phones altogether! You don’t have a huge amount of time in the pool as obviously there is queue of chilly groups perched on rocks waiting their turn, but we did not feel rushed, felt it enough time. It really is an incredible experience…. Don’t miss it!!!! After retracing steps back to island, we were reunited with our towels and more photos by the falls, then a quick change before lovely breakfast with hot drinks and returned to the boat for return journey. Our Tamuka travel taxi was waiting for us right outside the venue for our journey back to Vic FallsWritten 3 August 2024
- Bryan L0 contributionsThrill seekers, don’t miss this, no matter what!I was skeptical that this would be nothing more than a selfie generator for social media obsessed teens. It turned out to be a highlight of our trip. I went with my 18 and 15 year old daughters. From Livingstone Island, you swim across the top of the waterfall (!) over to the Devils Pool and then they help you safely creep up toward the edge while holding your ankles. It sounds insanely dangerous but is completely safe at all times. They take photos with your phone. It’s amazing. Definitely buy the water shoes as the rocks are sharp!Written 27 July 2024
- jeannecC3109RN0 contributionsHappy Anniversary Party!The dinner train across Victoria Falls was spectacular. Beautiful views, friendly and accommodating staff. Tulani was an awesome host and made our family (3 generations there to celebrate a big anniversary) feel especially welcome and celebrated. All 3 generations had fun experiencing a steam train. The live music was so fun and somehow knew to include a special song for my parents. Food was great.Written 20 July 2024
- elizabethh9140 contributionsDevil’s Pool experienceWhat an experience!! Frightening & exillarating at the same time! I cannot say enough about the guides. They were great & knew I was afraid so stuck by me the whole time. The boat ride out, the preparation for the experience & the breakfast afterward were great as well.Written 18 July 2024
- WilliamWillieWilson0 contributionsYou'll see Zimbabwe and Zambia (no special visa required)This is the most charming time to end a day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The dinner is spectacular, the entertainment is lovely, and you'll pass into Zambia (no special visa required) before returning to the Victoria Falls Bridge where the vintage steam train parks for a while. You can shovel coal and blow the whistle in the detached engine at this point.Written 16 July 2024
- DarthEsculapio0 contributionsGreat tourAwesome tour, staff at the location was very friendly, very well organized and facilities very well kept, staff very professional and really make an effort to leave a good impression, a note for the tour operators though the drop off should be always starting from the people closer to te activity, we were the last ones to be picked up since we were closer to the activity and dropped off last even when we told the driver we had an activity to get to.Written 5 July 2024
- Hwajeong0 contributionsGo to Livingston IslandThe folks were lovely, and have a system in place to help everybody get a chance to see the views and get their photos at Livingston Island and Devil/Angel's Pool. The downside was some delays in communication.Written 30 June 2024
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N_IrelandAngela
N. Ireland30 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
Excellent company and very knowledgeable guide. There was only my husband and I and another couple in the jeep with the guide which meant we got lots of info. Stopped for Sundowner and finished off with a lovely BBQ in the safari park grounds before being left back to our hotel. Highly recommended
Written 29 January 2018
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Thank you Angela for your lovely review. We are delighted that you had such a great time and rate your tour experience with us so highly'! Our staff work tirelessly to make sure we are at all times a professional and still give our guests a fun filled day. They will be delighted to know that they are achieving their goals! Thank you for your lovely recommendation.
Written 7 April 2018
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loutsia
North Shields, UK251 contributions
We did this on our last night in Victoria falls. We stopped in the dark for drinks gin and tonics whiskey what ever you wanted over looking lake with hippos and crocs. Then we stopped in middle of game reserve for an incredible dinner hot soup, then barbecue and fruit and drinks. The stars were magical. We saw giraffes lying down sleeping caught in our headlights had no idea they did this, heard predators on the prowl quite earey and scary. Very different so pleased we did it gives you a totally different aspect to safaris.
Written 11 April 2018
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Thank you so much for your very kind comments on Trip Advisor. Tamuka travel are dedicated to ensuring that all our guests have a wonderful and worry free stay in Victoria Falls. The staff will be delighted to know that their hard work and professionalism is paying off and your kind comments shall certainly be passed on. We would love to welcome you back again one day.
Written 13 April 2018
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Marina
Menaggio, Italy628 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
We were picked up at our hotel in the open vehicle and transferred to a private reserve where we began our game drive. Our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable and we enjoyed looking for birds and animals. Along the drive we saw giraffe, zebra, kudu, and black rhino was a huge highlight.
We stopped for sundowners accompanied by some nice snacks before continuing on our drive. We did not see predators except for their footprints, but it was still fun.
Dinner was great, plenty of food served by cheerful staff.
On our way back to the main road we saw about 7 hyenas which was an amazing sighting!! The trip back to Victoria Falls was freezing because of the open vehicle so remember to take a jacket even in Summer!
We stopped for sundowners accompanied by some nice snacks before continuing on our drive. We did not see predators except for their footprints, but it was still fun.
Dinner was great, plenty of food served by cheerful staff.
On our way back to the main road we saw about 7 hyenas which was an amazing sighting!! The trip back to Victoria Falls was freezing because of the open vehicle so remember to take a jacket even in Summer!
Written 24 February 2019
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Dear Guest
Thank you for taking the time to write a review on TripAdvisor. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner with us. Our staff are highly trained to provide maximum safety and maximum enjoyment to all our guests. Your kind comments have been passed on to all the staff members concerned. Thank you for recommending Tamuka Travel so highly.
With kind regards
Management and Staff
Tamuka Travel
Written 25 February 2019
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Toni M
Riverside, CT17 contributions
Not sure where to start but the end is that no pick-up happened despite calling the provided number many times before the outing. The customer service number nobody answers. Complete mess. Not recommended.
Written 23 June 2018
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Dear Toni
We are very sorry for the unexpected service which you have stated above but as we need rectify this and avoid it from happening once again as well as getting clarity to what happened. We understand the guide came to meet you then arrangements were made then game drive as well as the dinner at 5 star hotel (Victoria Falls Hotel) was all taken care of. We believe complementary service like airport transfers was provided to you for free in apology of miscommunication. We have full understanding of your position when you wrote this review and it came earlier before you met the guide.
Kind Regards
Tamuka Travel
Written 27 June 2018
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RamiHo
Berlin, Germany8 contributions
Jun 2018
Starting late afternoon we saw some antilopes, giraffes and birds, which was okay as I didn`t expect much more. Everybody knows that the park is not exactly packed with animals. But when it started to get dark we came pretty close to some black rhinos, which was really awesome and completed my Big Five spotting collection. The bush dinner was okay, but don`t expect an outstanding experience under the African stars. There`s a campfire to warm yourselves up, but there isn`t much time to enjoy it. After an hour or so the driver wants to move on and urges you to get ready. The way back to Victoria Falls was darned cold (June) and the only animal we saw was a leopard sitting quietly in the headlights, less than 10 meters away from us. And that was great.
Written 14 April 2019
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Dear RamiHo
Thank you for your very kind review on TripAdvisor. Our staff great take pride in ensuring that all our guests are well looked after and have a wonderful activity with us. We are so pleased to see this being achieved and recognized by our guests. Thank you for recommending us.
With kind regards
Management and Staff
Tamuka Travel
Written 24 April 2019
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Tamara C
9 contributions
We were picked up from Shearwater area by really pleasant guide Gift) and he took us to meet another guide (Nygosana?) that took us to the park. The guide was very knowledgeable and we had amazing parkas to keep us warm (want to buy one!) and great food. We have been on many tours and this was the best by far. Highly recommend it if you’re short on time and want to see a lot at once. I won’t post pics of the wildlife because of poaching concerns we’ve read about but we saw A lot! Also can’t post pics of us sun de my teens are picky. We also stopped for wine and treats part way through at gorgeous river.
Written 13 August 2018
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Dear Tamara
Thank you for stellar review and your high recommendation of our services. It is always very satisfying to hear that clients found Tamuka Travel to be a professional and efficient company.
With kind regards Management and Staff
Tamuka Travel
Written 14 August 2018
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Michelle S
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States89 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
I booked this tour hoping to see lions and giraffes. I did not see any lions however I saw elegant giraffes up close. We saw many many animals including zebras, rhinos, baboons etc It was a wonderful experience and i recommend it to everyone. As the sun set we stopped for drinks and snacks. The sunset in Africa is like no other. Seeing the sun set here on the game drive was one of the best I've seen. Dinner was delicious especially the cow heel stew. The campfire was a welcoming sight as it was winter and the night was very chilly. Our guide was excellent and made the tour enjoyable. I would have liked live drum playing while we ate dinner and probably dancing so we could join in (?)
Written 3 August 2018
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Dear Michelle
Thank you for your review and your high recommendation of our services. It is always very satisfying to hear that clients found Tamuka Travel to be a professional and efficient company.
With kind regards Management and Staff
Tamuka Travel
Written 7 August 2018
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Elke B
34 contributions
Spectacular experience. We heard lions roaring nearby while safely enjoying a camp fire with delicious food under a starry night
Written 31 January 2023
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nick_global
Cirencester, UK23 contributions
Sept 2019
Overall the game drive was amazing. The driver was really knowledgable about where the game would be.
The food at dinner was great, only slightly let down by the organisation around a very large group - which meant that smaller groups (like ours) were really left out in the cold. In some ways I know that larger groups require more organisation - but we were really left to fend for ourselves.
Just bad timing I guess - but as I say, I would still recommend the activity.
The food at dinner was great, only slightly let down by the organisation around a very large group - which meant that smaller groups (like ours) were really left out in the cold. In some ways I know that larger groups require more organisation - but we were really left to fend for ourselves.
Just bad timing I guess - but as I say, I would still recommend the activity.
Written 4 October 2019
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blpollock
Victoria, Canada28 contributions
Sept 2019
This is an excellent way to spend an afternoon/evening in Vic Falls. The highlight for us was seeing not one, but seven Black Rhinos (not guaranteed, of course) and a variety of other wildlife including giraffe and zebra. After a great supper, the spotting light came out and we saw more animals including a huge herd of buffalo and - a Bushbaby!. Good roads thru the area and a knowledgeable guide. Easy pick up and delivery to hotel in Vic Falls.
Written 24 September 2019
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Hi blpollock.
Thank you for sharing your experience during our Night Game Drive and Bush Dinner tour you had.
We are happy you had a wonderful time and you enjoyed the game drive and dinner.
Kind Regards
Tamuka Travel
Written 10 October 2019
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Is Mid-February Night Game Drive in Zimbabwe a good idea? Rain, jeep stuck in mud is a concern.
Written 27 July 2018
Hi, yes we operate year round, which means it is a very good idea for you to enjoy the activity
Written 7 August 2018
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