Top 15 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 $88

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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10.Victoria Falls Day Tour from Kasane/Chobe NP with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 7 hours · from $190

Travel from Kasane or Chobe through the Kazungula Border and Zambezi National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. A local English-speaking guide leads you through all 16 viewpoints, followed by a one-course lunch at Baines Restaurant overlooking the falls. The tour lasts about seven hours and uses an air-conditioned vehicle.

“El guia es muy bueno, un profesional, totalmente recomendable. La empresa por otro lado, bien, pero con algún fallo en cuanto a organización, no entraré en mas detalles al yo tener algo de culpa por reservar el tour el día antes por la tarde. Lo que si me pareció muy mal y por eso no doy las 5 estrellas (no pongo menos por el guia) es que me cobraron 40 dolares americanos por el transfer CUANDO CLARAMENTE ESTA INCLUIDO EN EL PRECIO. Me lo pidieron antes de recogerme, evidentemente les dije que no, me respondieron que el mensaje donde me pedían dinero no era para mi, que era un error,…”

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11.Full-Day Zimbabwe Zambezi National Park Safari & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $200

Start early with a private guide and spend about eight hours exploring both sections of Zambezi National Park: the river frontage and Chamabondo Vlei. Guide Martin has led this safari, which includes lunch at a park picnic site. Elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, and leopard sightings are possible, but never guaranteed.

“This was a most enjoyable experience. The team visited me at my Hotel the afternoon before and introduced Martin (guide) and the vehicle. The next day the pickup was prompt at 06:00. After sorting out park fees etc (recommend a KazRead more”

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12.Victoria Falls Private Tour with Lunch & Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $200

You spend six hours with a private English-speaking guide, walking through Victoria Falls National Park, flying over the Falls, eating at Lookout Café or Baines Restaurant, shopping at a local market, and visiting the thousand-year-old Big Tree. Guide Shelton has earned particular praise for his wildlife, bird, plant, and Falls knowledge.

“Shelton was an awesome host. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Everything was breathtaking, the helicopter ride showed you a different aspect. We were soaking wet by the end of the walk, but it was so worth it. Lunch with a stunning view at The Lookout Cafe, name of the place the food was lovely too. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. My Dad who’s 83 even managed the walk. The pathways were very well maintained and easy to walk on.”

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13.Chobe National Park Day Trip from Victoria Falls with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $180

Leave Victoria Falls early, cross into Botswana at Kazungula, and spend the day on a Chobe River cruise and open-sided 4x4 safari. You may see elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, lions, and many birds. Marvel and the Serious Fun team handle the day’s coordination, with lunch, water, snacks, and hotel pickup included.

“Marvel and his team were great. They were responsive, well coordinated and professional. He was able to give us some history and additional information throughout our trip. There was a pickup hiccup on our last day but this was of no fault to Marvel and his team. They Read more”

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14.The Lookout Café Lunch In Victoria Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $89

Enjoy a two-hour meal at Lookout Café in Victoria Falls, with return pickup from hotels and lodges in town. Choose a two-course à la carte lunch or, where offered, a three-course dinner. Expect seasonal local produce, game meats, crocodile, South African wine, cocktails, and striking gorge views near the gorge swing.

“Leider erschien niemand, um uns abzuholen, und eine Stunde nach dem Termin versuchten wir, Kontakt mit Viator aufzunehmen, um diese Tour abzusagen. Wir hoffen, dass wir die Zahlung zurückbekommen.. Am Ende endete ein Abend schlecht und ohne Abendessen. Danke für nichts, Viator”

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15.Full Day Victoria Falls incl lunch & Devils Pool 10h ZIMBABWEAN & ZAMBIAN SIDE

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $397

Spend about 10 hours seeing Victoria Falls from both countries. Walk the Zimbabwean rainforest, cross the border with help from your driver, then take a speedboat to Livingstone Island for lunch, drinks, and the option to enter Devil’s Pool or Angel’s Armchair. Hotel pickup is offered in Victoria Falls and Livingstone.

“My husband and I loved the tour! We started off seeing Victoria falls from the Zimbabwe side and stoped at many great view points. Our driver helped us to get across the border to Zambia quickly. I highly recommend a KAZA visa. In Zambia Read more”

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