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Richard Cooke Safaris
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Hunting Areas
    • MATETSI UNIT 4
    • NGAMO FOREST
    • LAKE SAFARIS
  • Hunting Packages
  • Safari Logistics
  • Gallery
    • MATETSI UNIT 4
    • NGAMO FOREST
    • LAKE SAFARIS
    • SCENERY
    • TRAIL CAMERAS
    • CONSERVATION
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Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

 Private Helicopter Charters

  • Matetsi Unit Four (Available)
  • Ngamo Sikumi (1 Hour 20 minutes flight time)

Private Plane Charters 

  • Ngamo Sikumi (King-Air C90 & B200 and Cessna Caravan & Cessna 206) (>1 Hour flight time)
  • The Lake/ Binga (Same planes available as Ngamo Sikumi) (<1 Hour flight time)


Matetsi Unit Four is about a one-hour drive from Victoria Falls International Airport 

Ngamo Sikumi is a four-hour drive in a Land Cruiser from the Victoria Falls International Airport

Victoria Falls Accommodation

Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

The town offers a range of places to stay, from elegant hotels and riverside lodges to charming guesthouses, all surrounded by incredible wildlife and warm Zimbabwean hospitality. For clients wanting to overnight in Victoria Falls before or after their safari, there are options from a range of accommodations. These arrangements can be made for clients with a choice from a variety of lodges, Airbnb's, and hotels - all of which offer excellent service, quality amenities, and convenient access to the Victoria Falls International Airport and local attractions.

Thomas and Cooke Safari Company

Private Charters - Helicopter and King-Air

Thomas and Cooke Safari Company

Thomas and Cooke Safari Co. is a specialist safari travel company based in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Founded and operated by Belinda Cooke, who brings over 30 years of experience. Together with her dedicated team, Belinda brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and personal attention to every journey planned. Her meticulous eye for detail ensures that each guest is treated as a VIP. Thomas & Cooke Safari Co. designs and manages tailor-made itineraries in Victoria Falls, offering seamless, authentic travel experiences. 

PACKING AND KIT LISTS FOR SAFARI

Packing List 


Preparing for your safari is part of the adventure, and having the right gear makes all the difference. Our Hunting Packing List ensures you’re fully equipped for every aspect of your trip:


Summer (October - March)

Winter (April  - August/September) 

Rainy Season (November - March)

Dry Season (April - October)


  • 2–3 Pairs of Hunting Trousers (Olive Green/Khaki)
  • 2-3 Pairs of Hunting Shorts (Olive Green/Khaki)
  • 3–4 Hunting shirts (long- and short-sleeved, lightweight & breathable)
  • 1 Warm Hunting Jacket 
  • 1 Warm fleece/jumper (for cool mornings/evenings)
  • 1 Light rain jacket or windbreaker
  • 1–2 Pairs of casual clothes for camp or travel days
  • Wide-brimmed hat and/or cap
  • Buff or neck gaiter (for dust and sun protection)
  • 4 Pairs of comfortable socks 
  • 5 Sets of underwear
  • Swimwear (some camps have pools or water access)
  • 1 Pair of strong walking boots (Worn-in advised)
  • 1 Pair of comfortable camp shoes 

Hunting kit list

To ensure you’re fully prepared for your safari, we’ve put together a recommended hunting kit list. Conditions in the African bush can vary greatly, so it’s important to pack practical, durable clothing and equipment suited for warm days, cool evenings, and time spent in the field:


  • Rifle with a sling (Suggested) (Shooting sticks will be provided) 
  • Hard Travel-Case for your rifle (Lockable/ TSA Approved) 
  • Soft case for day-to-day on the safari 
  • Sufficient ammunition for the rifle  
  • A Pair of Binoculars/Spotting Scope 
  • Hunting Knife  
  • Hunting Daypack  
  • Personal Camera  


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