White Rhino Safari & Game Drive: Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

Walk among white rhinos, drive past elephants and hippos, pause for snacks on the riverbank

A guided safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park combines a short walking safari tracking endangered white rhinos with armed rangers and a 2-hour game drive spotting elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos and birds along the Zambezi River. The tour runs 3 hours total, includes a live English-speaking guide, snacks and drinks, and welcomes children from age 5. Pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Game drive and rhino walking safari

• Start game drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya Park
• Spot elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and birds
• Pause for snacks and river views
• Take short guided walking safari to track rhinos

The experience

White rhinos are the centerpiece here. You walk with armed rangers to track them on foot, getting as close as safely possible, then move through the park spotting elephants, buffalo, impalas, giraffes, zebras, warthogs and kudu. The walking portion is short and immersive: designed to let you move at a pace that keeps the animals in view without exhausting the group.

The 2-hour game drive follows, taking you along the park's trails and the banks of the Zambezi River where hippos and water birds move through their day. You'll pause for refreshing snacks and cold drinks while sitting with the river views. The combination of walking and driving means you're not stationary for long, and the variety of animals and habitats keeps the rhythm moving through the morning or afternoon.

A live guide in English narrates throughout, and the tour is structured to work for first-time safari visitors as well as families with children from age 5 onward. Public transport options exist nearby if you're arranging your own way to the park. Pickup is included with the booking.

What’s included

• Safari tour guide in English.
• a bottle of water.
• snacks and cold drinks during the game drive.
• pickup included with your booking.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day12 departure times: the first at 06:30, the last at 15:00

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 25

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by BUSH WILDERNESS SAFARIS

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English throughout, so the commentary is accessible to first-time safari visitors and families with children from age 5. The 3-hour format (walking plus driving plus a rest break) suits travelers who want wildlife encounters without committing a full day, and the mix of activities keeps the pace varied enough for younger explorers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Under 5: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What animals will I actually see on the white rhino walk?

White rhinos are the focus of the walking portion, and you'll also encounter elephants, buffalo, impalas, giraffes, zebras, warthogs and kudu as you move through the park. The guide spots them as the day unfolds, so sightings depend on where the animals are that morning or afternoon.

How long is the walking part, and how difficult is it?

The walking safari is short and immersive, designed to track rhinos without covering long distances. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

What happens during the 2-hour game drive?

The game drive takes you along the park's scenic trails and the Zambezi River banks, where you'll spot hippos, water birds, and any other wildlife moving through those areas. You'll stop for snacks and cold drinks partway through, giving you time to rest and take in the river views.

Is the guide included, and what language do they speak?

A live guide in English is included with the tour and leads both the walking safari and the game drive, narrating the wildlife and the park throughout the day.

How do I get to Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park?

Pickup is included with your booking. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer to arrange your own transport to the park.