The uniqueness of this trip arises from the combination of truly magnificent ecological surroundings coupled with the nature of the local communities around Matobo and Hwange. For clarification, a VolunTourism trip implies that there is a tourism element combined with local communities, conservation projects and a traditional safari. In Matobo Hills Mother Africa was established as a cross-cultural exchange of tourism assisting communities around Amalinda. In Hwange, the Children in the Wilderness organization has established a grassroots network with the Ngamo and Ziga communities around Hwange. On safari engage in presentations from researchers in the field – rhino, wild dog, lion and cheetah studies. In Zimbabwe you find a country rich in wildlife and pris tine ecological surroundings.

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(JUNE-JULY 2016 )

(Day 01) *Johannesburg/Bulawayo/Matobo Hills*
[This morning you will make your own way to Terminal B at O.R. Tambo International Airport for your flight to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. On arrival you will clear customs and be met and transferred to your lodge in the Matobo Hills . You will have an orientation this evening followed by dinner. Overnight Camp Amalinda ]




(Day 02-05) *Matobo Hills*
[Four days with Mother Africa assisting in the community. Your host is Paul Hubbard. On one of the free afternoons - visit Matobo Hills National Park, part of which is an IPZ (Intensive Protection Zone) and contains one of the highest concentrations of the black and white rhino in Africa. Accommodation: Camp Amalinda (Full Board) ]



(Day 06) *Hwange*
[This morning you will be collected and depart by road transfer to Hwange Main Camp. On arrival you will be met and continue by road transfer to camp. Your host is Nic Polenakis. Activities include guided walks, morning and night game drives and game viewing from hides. You will have the opportunity to observe elephant, kudu and sable antelope, zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, white rhino, lion, leopard, hyena, and many other wildlife species. Overnight Somalisa Acacia Camp ]




(Day 07) *Hwange*
[There are various conservation and research projects in the area. Enjoy visits from the field researchers from Wild Dog Research and Hwange Lion Research Project. Overnight Somalisa Acacia Camp ]

(Day 08) *Ziga*
[This morning transfer you to Ngweshla where you will be collected at 12:30pm by and transferred by road to the Ziga School. Overnight camping in school grounds ]

(Day 09+10) *Ziga*
[Introduction to Children in the Wilderness project field officers, Mxolisi “Mx” Sibanda and Cain Chikwava, and continue with community based development projects including the Ziga school and village community service. A day visit to Tsholotsho High School is also planned. Two nights camping in school grounds ]

(Day 11) *Hwange*
[This morning you will continue by road transfer to your second camp in the wilderness area of Makalolo/Linkwasha in the southeastern part of the park, excellent for seeing a great variety of game. Activities include morning and night game drives and walking safaris. Overnight Davison's Camp]



(Day 12) *Hwange National Park*
[Enjoy a full day of game viewing in a remote region of the park. Hear more about the ongoing cheetah research. Overnight Davison's Camp]

(Day 13) *Victoria Falls*
[This morning you will be transferred to the airstrip for the scheduled charter flight to Victoria Falls. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your lodge. Today it is the jumping off or finishing point for many safaris and offers a variety of exciting activities such as world-class white water rafting and elephant-back safaris. Overnight Ilala Lodge ]




(Day 14) *Victoria Falls*
[A visit to Jabulani school is arranged for today. Other schools in town include Chamabonda and Chinotimba. There are optional activities you may book for an extra charge. Overnight Ilala Lodge]

(Day 15) *Victoria Falls/Johannesburg*
[This morning you will be transferred to the Victoria Falls Airport for flight to Johannesburg.]