What’s the deal?

Spend 1.5 hours of your life experiencing Africa from a brand new perspective as you are accompanied on a safari walk by the majestic king of the African bushveld, lions. Accompanied by an armed guide and experienced lion handlers you will enjoy a walk on a truly wild side, an unforgettable and life-changing journey in the presence of these magnificent big cats.

Where is it?

Your Zimbabwean lion encounter safari will take place on the Masuwe Estate which is only 15 minutes out of the Victoria Falls town.

When is the best time to do it?

The lion encounter adventures are on offer throughout the year, weather permitting.

Minimums and maximums:

With a total of 4 trips a day the lion encounter safaris can accommodate a total of up to 40 guests per day, 20 in the morning and 20 in the afternoon or 10 clients per trip.

The minimum number of guests on any lion encounter adventure is 1.

About the lion encounters:

• Guests are picked up from their Victoria Falls accommodation.
• Coffee, tea and cordials are served on arrival.
• Short introductory and safety briefing.

The lion encounter safari begins with meeting the lions and their handlers. The lion is known as the king of the jungle and indeed they are the royalty of the African wild.  You will have the lifechanging opportunity to walk with the lions and their handlers through pristine bushveld and the Masuwe River valley. Along the way birdlife and indigenous African wildlife are plentiful. Sightings may include kudu, elephant, impala and sometimes even leopard and other lions. More than 50 species of bird can be sighted on the lion encounter safari.

Your safety is the number 1 priority and thus all lions are under the charge of a separate handler and all trips are guided by an experienced guide. The guide is armed and carried both a handheld radio and first aid kit.

The morning lion encounter safari concludes with a delicious breakfast.

The mid-morning and afternoon safaris end with a selection of sumptuous snacks and drinks.

Restrictions:

• Age Limit: 15 years and children under 18 need to be accompanied by a guardian.
• Height Limit: 1.5 metres.
• Clients with physical disabilities will be considered individually and assessed according to safety.
• Any health issues or illnesses should be reported when booking a lion encounter.

What should you bring / wear?

You will be responsible for carrying all of your own personal items during the safari walk so it is advisable that you pack light.

Refreshments and bottled water will be available so you needn’t bring your own.

Please bring:

• High SPF sunscreen
• Sunhat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Any necessary personal medication
• Insect repellant

You are advised to wear neutral coloured clothing as bright colours and whites will scare off wildlife.

Please wear:

• Closed, comfortable shoes suitable for walking
• Long trousers
• Sweaters in colder months
• Sandals you can get your feet wet in

Itineraries:

Morning lion encounter safari:

• Clients are picked up from their Victoria Falls accommodation between 6:30 and 6:45 am in the morning.
• Clients are dropped off at their Victoria Falls accommodation between 9:30 and 9:45 am in the morning.

Mid-morning lion encounter safaris:

• Clients are picked up from their Victoria Falls accommodation between 9:30 and 9:45 am in the morning.
• Clients are dropped off at their Victoria Falls accommodation between 12:30 and 12:45 pm in the afternoon.

Mid-afternoon lion encounter safaris:

• Clients are picked up from their Victoria Falls accommodation between 13:45 and 14:00 pm in the afternoon.
• Clients are dropped off at their Victoria Falls accommodation between 15:30 and 16:00 pm in the afternoon.

Afternoon lion encounter safari:

• Clients are picked up from their Victoria Falls accommodation between 15:30 and 15:45 pm in the afternoon.
• Clients are dropped off at their Victoria Falls accommodation between 18:00 and 18:30 pm in the afternoon.