Memorable Game drive at Zambezi National Park with African Exodus Safari – A ‘Must-Do’ in Vic Falls area
New to African Wild life & Game drives; this was our first, but phenomenal experience in one of large African National parks after Masai Mara & Kruger! Understood Zambezi & Victoria National Park’s together covers almost 56,000 hectares of sprawling forest encompassing Zambezi river that runs most of the length that this National Park covers; bordering both Zambia & Zimbabwe. Glad to be in company with Eddie, our Safari Captain/Guide who with his experience, knowledge & connections really amazed us & A Safari Ride to remember. In the 4x4 vehicle that could accommodate 10 pax; it was just me & my wife that morning. His working knowledge of wild animals, flora/fauna of African National park was more than handy, as we enjoyed, eagerly trying to spot wildlife from our 4x4 Safari. We could see Zambia at stones throwing distance from our Game Drive route.
Having visited some National parks in India, Zambezi presented us totally different Wildlife experience. Apart from not being able to spot Lions, Leopards that are part of fauna there, we were lucky to sight most of the wildlife present there including Giraffes, Zebra’s, Impalas, Antelopes, water buck, wild Boars, Crocs basking in the sun on the Zamebzi river. Were eager to see African Elephants for the first time, but couldn't spot till then. Eddie wanted to make sure we wait lil more for an opportune time to see them and so did a de-tour, but we stumbled upon a challenge as our vehicle got stuck when he was trying to show Footprints left by Lions that had crossed there. Appreciable also were his good connections with staff/friends from rescue teams, perseverance to find network & to reach out for help brought us courage while we waited over 45 mins inside the thick forest. We heard more of his experience & also spotted helicopters hovering over the jungle. As we started our tour again, much to our & Eddie’s relief we could also spot herd of famous/wonderful African Elephants crossing in front on their way back after quenching their thirst & bathing at Zambezi river. Eddie showed great signs of is knowledge & experience of Game Drives to spot animals in their natural habitat, knowing pattern of their movements & timing they venture from their hiding, for water or prey, giving us a great tour of the Wildlife /Park.
Prior to his Safari, Eddie also coordinated very well with his other contact who had taken us earlier in the morning for Sunrise River Cruise at Zambezi River so that we optimize our time available to do River cruise, Safari & Vic Falls Walk.
It’s a must do for all wild life enthusiasts. There are various modes, Time options available to experience wild life safaris. Prepare with paraphernalia to spend good time inside the forest & enjoy the most! We recommend Eddie and book Africa Exodus Safari for such experience! It was time spent worthwhile that we enjoyed every bit.