Full-Day Trip to Hwange National Park with Hotel Pickup
At a Glance
Tour Details
The park is close to the edge of the Kalahari desert, a region with little water and very sparse, xerophile vegetation. The Kalahari woodland is dominated by Zambezi Teak, Sand Camwood (Baphia) and Kalahari bauhinia. Seasonal wetlands form grasslands in this area. The north and north-west of the park are dominated by mopane woodland.
Although it has been argued that elephant populations cause change in vegetation structure, some recent studies suggest that this is not the case, even with the large increases in elephant population recorded in the late 1980s. The Park hosts over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, including 19 large herbivores and eight large carnivores. All Zimbabwe's specially protected animals are to be found in Hwange and it is the only protected area where gemsbok and brown hyena occur in reasonable numbers. Grazing herbivores are more common in the Main Camp Wild Area and Linkwasha Concession Area, with mixed feeders more common in the Robins woodlands.
What Makes This Tour Special
- Includes hotel pickup for convenience.
- Expert local guides share in-depth knowledge about the park's wildlife and ecosystems.
- The chance to see both large herbivores and predators in one location.
Historical Background
Is This Tour Worth It?
This nature & wildlife activity is well-reviewed at 4.4/5 across 5 reviews, running 10h 30m from $285 per person.
Best For
Pros
- +Strong rating: 4.4/5
- +Booked through Viator
Cons
- -Cancellation policy not specified
- -Requires moderate - some walking may be required during game drives and nature walks. fitness level
- -Higher price point
- -Inclusions not listed
