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Zimbabwe and Botswana: From Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta

Zimbabwe and Botswana: From Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta

10 Days from $9,290 USD / person
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Itinerary Details

Day 1 – 3

International Arrival

You will be transferred from Victoria Falls Airport to your hotel

2 Nights

Victoria Falls

Angels in their flight! This is how David Livingstone described the breathtaking Victoria Falls, where five million cubic meters of water cascade over every minute during wet season. Hear the roar and see the spray upon approach. Experience the falls by helicopter or canoe amongst hippos and crocodiles. Located on the river’s banks, explore Zambezi National Park; Matetsi, home to elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, giraffe and zebra, hippo, crocodile and iridescent birds such as bee-eaters, storks, herons, kingfisher and, fish eagles.

Included activities

Explore Victoria Falls on Your own

Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls and its unique ecosystem on your own. Set off from your hotel for the Victoria Falls Rainforest and as you get closer to the Falls, see how the landscape changes! Arrive at the stunning spectacle of the largest sheet of falling water in the world. The Victoria Falls thunders from a height of more than one hundred meters over a width of nearly two kilometers – all the while pouring more than five hundred million cubic meters of water per minute down the gorge on Zambezi River. If you are lucky, you may be able to view the Falls enveloped in misty rainbows created by the effect of sunlight on the perpetual spray of water. After taking photos from the most dramatic vantage points, stroll around the site and enjoy its pristine beauty until it is time to head back to your hotel. (Full Day; No guide; No transfers; Entrance fees and meals are not included. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing).

Explore additional activities in Victoria Falls on your own

Immerse yourself in the spectacular landscape of the Victoria Falls on the mighty Zambezi River. Enjoy a range of activities to get to know the region better. Take an exciting helicopter ride over the magnificent waterfall and watch the river waters plunge down in all their mist and glory. Get to know Africa’s gentle giants better at the elephant sanctuary and orphanage by the Masuwe River, near Victoria Falls. Enjoy a breakfast or a sunset cruise down the river on luxury river boats that ply the Zambezi River. Watch islands go by, spot wildlife by the river banks and soak in the tranquil ambience. Relax with refreshing sundowners on the outdoor deck of Buffalo Bar, overlooking the region’s waterholes, as you wait for elephant herds to join you for a sunset drink across the waters. Savor delicious luncheons or alfresco dinners at the popular restaurant, Lookout Cafe, while enjoying the fantastic panoramic view. (Duration: Full Day or Half Day; Self-guided Activity; Fitness level: Easy; Please wear sunblock, sunhat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes).

Hotel options

Ilala Lodge Hotel – Opt 1
Room Standard Room
Meals Breakfast
Style Boutique
Day 3 – 5

Transfer to Chobe (2 hrs)

2 Nights

Chobe National Park

Explore Botswana’s first national park! Once inhabited by the San bushmen, Chobe National Park is unique with its San paintings that were carved into the rocks. Today, Chobe is a haven for many animal species including impala, giraffe and a wide variety of birds, and is most renowned for the multitude of elephants that concentrate on the Chobe River during the dry season. It is estimated 50,000 pachyderms have made Chobe their home! There is also a large concentration of predators such as lions and leopards. Experience the wildlife diversity for yourself with wonderful game drives and boat safaris

Included activities

Chobe Game Lodge: Game Drives, Boat safaris

Experience exciting game drives and feel awed by the beauty of Africa on wonderful boat safaris on the majestic Chobe River. Marvel at the beautiful afternoon light and the reflection of the sun as you peacefully glide over the river while enjoying your favorite drink and observing hundreds of elephants along the shores of the river – bathing, drinking, playing and cajoling. This is one of the most memorable safari experiences you will ever have!

Hotel options

Chobe Elephant Camp – Opt 1
Room Standard Room
Meals Full Board plus Activities
Style Lodge
Day 5 – 8

You will be transferred from your hotel to Chobe National Park airport

Flight to Okavango Delta (1-2 hrs)

Transfer to your accommodation

3 Nights

Okavango Delta

Witness a world of glittering water! The Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth. Each summer, floods pour through a vast network of narrow waterways, lagoons until they are soaked up by the sands. Expect diverse wildlife and birdlife – impala, tsessebe, sable and the elegant kudu, or thirsty buffalo, wildebeest and zebra in the dry season. Lions, cheetahs and wild dogs hunt in the open grassland! Experience game drives and safari walks on land, while boat or mokoru (a dugout canoe) rides allow you to silently glide pass crocodiles! {Please note that due to fluctuating weather conditions and decreased rainfall, water levels at the Okavango Delta may be lower than usual at the time of your visit. Our team will be happy to provide further updates closer to your travel dates and plan alternate activities if required}

Included activities

Machaba Camp: Day and Night Game Drives, Bush Walks, Mokoro Excursions, Birding and Cultural Visits

Enjoy an incredibly diverse safari experience! Explore the Okavango Delta on exciting game drives in the early morning when the animals are particularly active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon. You can also enjoy exciting night drives and wonderful bush walks with an experienced guide to stretch your legs and discover the small wonders of nature. A mokoro excursion will take you along the channels and lagoons of the Delta to view game from another perspective.

Hotel options

Machaba Camp – Opt 1
Room Standard
Meals Breakfast
Style Camp
Day 8 – 10

You will be transferred from your hotel to Okavango Delta airstrip

Flight to your next Camp

You will be transferred from Okavango Delta airstrip to your hotel

2 Nights

Okavango Delta

Witness a world of glittering water! The Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth. Each summer, floods pour through a vast network of narrow waterways, lagoons until they are soaked up by the sands. Expect diverse wildlife and birdlife – impala, tsessebe, sable and the elegant kudu, or thirsty buffalo, wildebeest and zebra in the dry season. Lions, cheetahs and wild dogs hunt in the open grassland! Experience game drives and safari walks on land, while boat or mokoru (a dugout canoe) rides allow you to silently glide pass crocodiles! {Please note that due to fluctuating weather conditions and decreased rainfall, water levels at the Okavango Delta may be lower than usual at the time of your visit. Our team will be happy to provide further updates closer to your travel dates and plan alternate activities if required}

Included activities

Setari Camp: Boat Safaris, Mokoro Excursions

Spend a day exploring Setari to truly understand and enjoy the expansive concession. Begin your day early with a light breakfast, and set out for your morning activities. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride, or opt for a mokoro, a type of a canoe used in the area. Or you could choose the full day walk, which includes a visit to Jao Village to get a first-hand glimpse of the rural life with its culture and traditions. Return to your camp where you can unwind with a hearty brunch. Spend the next few hours in a leisurely fashion – relax with a swim in the camp’s swimming pool, shop for local artifacts at the curio shop or indulge in a siesta! Following afternoon tea, head for a leisurely boat cruise or lounge in your mokoro. You could also embark on a bush walk and see the local flora. Once you return from your afternoon activity, enjoy a dinner under the stars – weather permitting of course! (Full Day; Fitness Level: Moderate; Please note that guests who opt for the full day walk will only return to the camp at sundowner time.)

Hotel options

Setari Camp – Opt 1
Room Standard Room
Meals Full Board and Activities
Style Lodge
Day 10 – 10

You will be transferred from your hotel to Okavango Delta airstrip

Flight to Maun (1 hr)

Maun

Follow in the footsteps of early explorers! Maun has been the start of expeditions into Botswana’s wildlife areas since the turn of the century, and is the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Many guests stay only a day before setting off on safari. Once a village, Maun has recently grown into a bustling little town with shops and hotels. Watch as herdsmen wander along the dusty curbside driving their cattle to the marketplace, or see the traditional houses dotted along the wide banks of the Thamalakane River where red lechwe graze next to local donkeys and goats.

International Departure

Would you like to go on a sunset cruise down the Chobe river? Or spend a day exploring the mighty Victoria Falls? Turn your dreams into reality with this customized tour of Zimbabwe and Botswana that packs in a whole gamut of experiences. Get up close with African elephants at an elephant sanctuary by the Masuwe river, and after a day spent exploring, sit back with a sundowner at Buffalo Bar overlooking watering holes, with herds of elephants for company. Go on memorable boat safaris in Chobe National Park, enjoy mokoro (canoes in Botswana) excursions along Okavango Delta and embark on exciting night game drives and bush walks. Explore San rock art in Botswana and get a taste of rural African life at Jao village near the delta. Wrap up your day with a spectacular dinner under the stars – the perfect way to end your trip. If you’d like to tweak the tour, reach out to our team, and our destination experts will curate a personalized itinerary for you.

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $9,290 USD / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
  • Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
  • Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Visa and tourism fees
  • Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
  • International airfare

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