Top 9 Lunch Experiences in Zimbabwe

1.Chobe National Park Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 518 reviews · 10 hours · from $170Our pick

Travel from Victoria Falls to Botswana for a full safari day with a Chobe River cruise, buffet lunch, and open 4x4 game drive. Guides such as Joe, Richard, and Twist have helped make the handoffs easy, while the river offers close views of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, and birds. Expect a long day, border formalities, and a separate $25 park fee.

“Amazing experience. This tour is extremely well organised, with the transport to the border and then a guide helping though immigration and immediately starting the safari which was breathtaking. Lunch was in a very nice resort where the cruise started which was another amazing way to see loads of animals and relax after lunch. The fact that this was a small group made the experience even more enjoyable and without any delay. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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2.Victoria Falls Scenic Day Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 188 reviews · 6 hours · from $265

Start with hotel pickup in Victoria Falls, then walk all 16 Victoria Falls Rainforest Park viewpoints with an English-speaking guide such as Jacob or Moreblessings. A 13 to 15-minute helicopter flight follows, along with a one-course lunch at Lookout Café or Baines Restaurant. Extra park and helicopter taxes apply.

“it was very well organised. the guide was very informative and helpful. the trip was really great. definitely worth doing. the view at restaurant was beautiful and the food was great.”

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3.Lookout Cafe Lunch In Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · from $88Best value

Enjoy a two-course lunch at Lookout Cafe above Batoka Gorge, with views toward Victoria Falls Bridge and the Zambezi below. Your booking includes return transfers from Victoria Falls hotels and lodges. Allow about two hours, and reserve early for a cliff-side table.

“Following a recommendation, we went for a lunch to the Lookout Cafe after visiting the Falls. The cafe is easily reachable from the Falls gate, even by walking, though of course, you have to pass through a gauntlet of very insistent souvenir venRead more”

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4.Scenic Day Tour, Lunch & Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $205

Spend about two hours walking Victoria Falls with a local guide, then take a 15 to 20 minute helicopter flight above the falls before lunch at Lookout Cafe or Baines Restaurant. Return transfers, bottled water, and a private group setting are included, but park and helicopter fees are extra.

“Our walk through the Victoria Falls with More Blessing was so informative, the tour guides are amazing here so definitely worth having one. We were then taken to the helicopter . Very smooth flight. and the views were amazing ! You have to see the falls this way . The pilot made sure all sides had the best views. ! Then on to eat a lovely lunch at the Lookout Cafe with more stunning views of the falls . What a day to remember !! Thank you !!”

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5.Chobe Day Trip – From Vic Falls – With Lunch (Buffet)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 23 reviews · from $144

Spend a full day in Botswana’s Chobe National Park on a land and water safari from Victoria Falls. You’ll cross the border, take a game drive, eat a buffet lunch, then cruise the Chobe River for close views of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. The activity order may change.

“Wonderful day at Chobe . We saw so Many animals that’s incredible. We spent thanks to our guide a wonderful day!”

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6.Full Day Chobe Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $165

From Victoria Falls, Fuhara Safaris takes you to Botswana’s Chobe National Park for a full day of wildlife viewing. Expect an early pickup, border formalities at Kazungula, a 4x4 game drive, a Chobe River cruise, and lunch. Guide Kumo has been praised for wildlife knowledge. The group is limited to 13 people.

“We had great elephant sightings, on the land game drive and from the boat. Unfortunately the game drive was marred by the driver going so fast that a) we felt rushed when trying to take pictures or just enjoy a sighting/s and b) we almost ran Read more”

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7.Victoria Falls Gorge Hike & Farm to Table Village Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 5 hours · from $120Top rated

Leave Victoria Falls by van for a guided Batoka Gorge hike with local guides such as Japhet and Ja. Expect steep, rocky ground, river views, village life, and a possible route choice. Afterward, enjoy a homegrown meal at Mpala Guest & Adventure Farm. Sturdy shoes, sun protection, and fitness are essential.

“This was a superb day hiking the gorge. My guide Japhet was on time, he looked after me the whole time and answered patiently all my questions about wildlife and local traditions. During the hike he encouraged me to make stops and hike at my own paste. Thereafter we had lunch at one of the nearby villages. I had shared with him that I was interested to learn more about the local culture so Japhet kindly introduced me to the village elders and the priest; we visited the church and a local farm :) I could not have asked for more and the whole experience was authentic and adventurous. I…”

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8.Victoria Falls Safari with Lunch and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 8 hours · from $199

Spend eight hours combining a Zambezi National Park game drive, guided Victoria Falls walk, lunch at Lookout Café, and a sunset cruise. English-speaking guides, including Simon and Fortune on some departures, handle hotel pickup in Victoria Falls. Park, Falls, game drive, and cruise fees are extra.

“Nothing goes perfectly planned but the guides (Simon and fortune and boat crew) worked hard to meet the program and tackle unannounced changes created my the management and other not so easy going tourists. Overall, they make up for today’s scarcity of big animals. Suggestions: made 1 option to pay for entry fees in advance.. Also, I noticed that with the heat and humidity kids and some adults can get tired. Perhaps, under the instructions remind customers to pack light snacks and small energy drinks for eventualities.”

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9.Chobe National Park: Game Drive, Boat Tour, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 510 minutes - 9 hours · from $165

Leave Victoria Falls at 7:00 AM for Chobe National Park in Botswana. After crossing at Kazungula, you will take an open-vehicle game drive, enjoy lunch at Chobe Marina Lodge, and cruise the Chobe River. English-speaking guides, hotel pickup, water, and return transport are included. Sisa is part of the friendly service team.

“Well organized safari in two formats (game car and cruise), we’ve seen a lot of animals and got only positive emotions!”

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