Day 1: The Kingdom Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (Thu, 2 July)
You will be met on arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport by Adventure Zone and transferred to your hotel.
Resting on the southern banks of the Zambezi River at the western end of the eponymous falls, this popular tourist town is compact enough to walk around and makes an ideal base for travellers exploring the seventh wonder of the world, the unfathomably vast Victoria Falls. About two-thirds of the falls can be viewed from the Zimbabwean side and, while the falls are undoubtedly the star attraction, the area provides both adventure seekers and sightseers with plenty of opportunities to warrant a longer stay. Popular activities include scenic flights over the falls in helicopters or microlights, bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting (seasonal), and day trips to Chobe National Park.
Overnight: The Kingdom Hotel View iBrochure
Quatermains, The Rapid Pool, The Wild Thing and The Pit sound like titles of movies or books not quite suitable for all ages. They are in fact the names of the four bars in The Kingdom at Victoria Falls. This is a fun-filled resort hotel aimed unashamedly at the tourist who wants to take in the majesty and excitement of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
The architecture draws on the ancient Kingdom of Munhumutapa, with great domes, pillars, and bridges over the many water features, The Kingdom’s fun-filled atmosphere gives guests a unique blend of African tradition and Western leisure. The hotel has 3 swimming pools and a spa.
Day 2: The Kingdom Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (Fri, 3 July)
Day at leisure to explore the charming town of Victoria Falls and enjoying all the many activities on offer (additional activities for your own account).
Overnight: The Kingdom Hotel
Day 3: The Kingdom Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (Sat, 4 July)
Registration day. As a pre-booked guest the day is yours at leisure, but feel free to pop down to registration at Kingdom Hotel if you need anything from our Marathon team.
Overnight: The Kingdom Hotel
Day 4: The Kingdom Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (Sun, 5 July)
RACE DAY! A return shuttle transfer is provided for all Wild Frontier’s guests from hotel to start line, and from the finish at the stadium (where a cash bar and food stall is provided) back to your hotel. Good luck for your race!
This afternoon you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the jetty for the official Marathon Sunset Cruise. (This cruise is only available to guests booked on a full Wild Frontiers Marathon package)
Overnight: The Kingdom Hotel
Day 5: aha Chobe Marina Lodge, Chobe River Front (Mon, 6 July)
Transfer from Kingdom Hotel to Chobe Marina Lodge, crossing the border between Zimbabwe and Botswana.
The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park, renowned for its diverse and abundant game viewing opportunities. This section of the park is best known for its dense concentration of wildlife including elephant and hippo populations, but the waters attract all manner of game including large herds of buffalo and the lions that prey on them.
Enjoy two nights at Choba Marina, with 2 game activities per day included.
Overnight: aha Chobe Marina Lodge View iBrochure
Chobe Marina Lodge overlooks the Chobe River and is uniquely located in the North-Eastern corner of Botswana where the four African nations of Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Namibia converge. Victoria Falls is only 70 km away and the Chobe River, Chobe National Park, Kasane Forest Reserve, the Caprivi Strip and the mighty Zambezi river, are all within close proximity. The Lodge offers warm, personal service and a choice of 66 rooms in either studios or suites, with every modern amenity for a relaxed and comfortable stay. Dining at Chobe Marina Lodge is all about good food and service to match, and the pool and Riverside Bars are perfect for watching the glorious sunsets. There is a state-of-the-art conference venue, and a great choice for conference, product launch or teambuilding events. Take a game drive or a leisurely sight-seeing cruise to Sedudu Island, or a river boat trip for a totally different game viewing experience, fishing for the famed tiger fish, which inhabit the Chobe and Kasai River systems. Genuine hospitality, a relaxing environment and an idyllic location, make Chobe Marina Lodge a very special African destination.
Day 6: aha Chobe Marina Lodge, Chobe River Front (Tue, 7 July)
Day at leisure to experience activities at Chobe Marina Lodge
Day 7: End of Itinerary (Wed, 8 July)
Day Itinerary
Transfer to Victoria Falls airport.