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Highlights of Zimbabwe and Botswana

10 Days from $15,990 USD / person

Nature & Landscapes

Wildlife & Safaris

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Itinerary Summary

Day
Place
Hotel Opts
1 – 4
Western Hwange National Park
Deteema Springs
Deteema Springs
4 – 7
Chobe National Park
Highlights: Boat Safaris, Large Concentration of Elephant Herds, Sundowner River Cruises
Ngoma Safari Lodge
Ngoma Safari Lodge
7 – 10
Okavango Delta
Highlights: Natural Beauty, Amazing Wildlife, Diverse Safari Activities
Gomoti Plains Camp
Gomoti Plains Camp
10 – 10
Maun
Highlights: Okavango Delta, Modern Bulidings and Traditional Homes, Village Life
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This itinerary can be customized for you. Get in touch with our experts for your personalized vacation plan.

Itinerary Details

Day 1 – 4

International Arrival

Board your flight from Victoria Falls Zimbabwe to Western Hwange National Park (Duration: 0.5hrs, Economy)

You will be transferred from Western Hwange National Park airport to your hotel in a shared vehicle

3 Nights

Western Hwange National Park

Western Hwange National Park forms the western edge of the Hwange National Park, the largest national park in Zimbabwe and among the ten largest in the continent. The park is conveniently located between Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Western Hwange National Park borders Botswana, with the Kalahari Desert to its south-west. Mopane woodlands mark its north and north-west zones. The park is a haven for wildlife and nature lovers. These savannah grasslands are home to animals such as gemsbok, Cape wild dogs, elephants and lions, particularly during the wet season. You will come across local wetland birds, along the Deka and Lukosi rivers and their tributaries, as well as along the Gwabadzabuya River, a tributary of the Nata River, to the far south of the park. Safari drives, bush walks and birding trips, accompanied by wildlife guides and trackers, are popular at the park. Of special interest are the many pans or water holes, most of them artificially maintained by park authorities, where animals gather to drink in the dry season. Some of the natural pans are found in Ngweshla, Shakwanki, Nehimba, and the Shumba area.

Included activities

Deteema Springs: Game Drives, Guided Bush Walks

Soak in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness when on a bush walk. Well-trained guides help you track and follow predators you have been longing to see in the wild. Walk along trails as these guides explain to you finer details of the African bush. You can opt for a game drive during your stay at the camp and witness moments in the wild that are one of a kind. The drives are not time bound and the guides help you reach spots where sighting is inevitable. Whether you explore the African expanse by foot or on a drive, it’s a unique experience to learn how interdependent all living forms are.

Hotel options

Deteema Springs – Opt 1
Room Standard Luxury Tent
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Deteema Springs – Opt 2
Room Standard Luxury Tent
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Day 4 – 7

You will be transferred from your hotel to Western Hwange National Park airport in a shared vehicle

Board your flight from Western Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls Zimbabwe (Duration: 0.5hrs, Economy)

Transfer to Chobe (2 Std)

3 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

Ngoma Safari Lodge: Day and Night Game drives, Boat Safaris, Bush Walks, Cultural Visits

Experience exciting game drives and bush walks, get a glimpse of African every day life 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

Ngoma Safari Lodge – Opt 1
Room Standard Suite
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Ngoma Safari Lodge – Opt 2
Room Standard Suite
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Day 7 – 10

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

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

Gomoti Plains Camp: Day and Night Game Drives, Bush Walks, Mokoro Excursions (seasonal); Birding and Cultural Tours

Enjoy abundant outdoor activities unique to this part of the world at Gomoti Plains, situated on the banks of the Gomoti river at Okavango Delta. Get up close to wildlife in their natural habitat as they gather around watering holes to quench their thirst. Set out at dawn for an authentic safari in the vast open wetlands of this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. In the evening, get adventurous and enjoy a night safari for a chance to see the animals after dark. In the morning, there are plenty of activities to be enjoyed: discover the jungle by foot with an experienced guide during a nature walk. Or hop on a Mokoro, a type of canoe unique to Botswana, and be guided through the shallow waters of the Gomoti river by your oarsman. Depending on the level of water, your boatride is the perfect opportunity to see nesting waterbirds and more.

Hotel options

Gomoti Plains Camp – Opt 1
Room Standard Luxury Tent
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Gomoti Plains Camp – Opt 2
Room Standard Luxury Tent
Meals Full Board, Activities and Selected Drinks
Style Lodge
Day 10 – 10

Transfer to 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

This classic safari trip takes you to the three most beautiful national parks of Botswana and Zimbabwe that impress with their biodiversity and wild landscapes. Start in Hwange National Park and spot elephants, antelopes, buffalo, and giraffes on bush walks and game drives. You can also spot predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards from one of the many ‘hides’ scattered around the park, which allow you to observe the animals undisturbed and from a safe distance. Continue to the striking river landscape of the Chobe National Park, known for its enormous herds of elephants and buffalo. Watch elephants, big and small, gather near the banks of the Chobe River to laze, frolic, and quench their thirst, all from the comfort of your boat safari. Finally, admire the glittering water worlds of the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rich biodiversity and extraordinary landscape. Hop on a mokoro ride that allows you to get up close to the region’s wildlife. Our Africa experts are happy to adapt this safari trip to your preferences. Get started on an unforgettable journey and contact us for a completely customized itinerary.

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $15,990 USD / person

Option 2

From $15,990 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

What Our Guests Say

A memorable trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe. A lot to see and a lot of history, a very memorable vacation. The safari drives are amazing and the food in all locations were delicious, you got to be open to trying different cuisine. Overall trip was the best I#ve experienced.
Rating 5/5
ZImbabwe
Rosemarie Wright

USA

The trip was planned perfectly from beginning to the end. We were notified of any changes to the schedule based on delayed flights etc. It is a real advantage to have Enchanting Travels make the arrangements that allowed us to speed through customs and visa checks. Our drivers were always there waiting for our arrival so no time wasted waiting. Just the ease of the logistics that comes with traveling with Enchanting Travels keeps up going back to them when we are planning a trip. The experiences were beyond words. Our game drive guides were exceptional in getting us to where the animals were so we could enjoy seeing cheetah cubs at play while mom watched, lion cubs playing while a group of lioness’s napped in the sun and two male lions did the same. The most incredible sight was watching a group of 6 lioness’s separate a female buffalo and her calf and going on to taking them both down. It was like watching a Nat Geo film but we were there within 30 yards to watch. Our accommodations were top notch, staff everywhere we were were exceptional, and the settings were all different but wonderful. Our trip coordinator was in constant contact just to check in and see if there was anything we needed her to do. The Trip Agent App, our first time using it, was a very nice feature and was so much easier to use rather than pulling out a hard copy of the trip to find the answer to our questions. I wasn’t sure if I would use it or not but became dependent on it. Traveling doesn’t get any better if you travel with Enchanting Travels. We will be back!
Rating 5/5
Kenya
Carol Brzeczek

USA

Enchanting exceeded our expectations by a wide margin. They built the itinerary that was perfect for us and were with us throughout the entire trip checking in on us and handling any issues that could possibly arise (like a delayed flight that had a trickle effect). The staff were all over and above attentive and caring. The app they have you use is surprisingly excellent and helpful. Can’t say enough about this travel company. It’s the way to go.
Rating 5/5
Africa
George Kyriakis

Canada

This was our first trip with Enchanting Travels and I could not make a higher recommendation. From the time of planning to execution of our trip to Southern Africa, the service was excellent. The attention to detail of every aspect of our trip was outstanding. The trip was seamless, from transportation to accommodations. It was comforting to have a connection in Africa who met with us online prior to the trip and was available throughout our journey. The app with all of our travel plans and documents made the trip stress free. We plan to use Enchanting Travels again in the future.
Rating 5/5
Okavango Delta
Tamela Gough

USA

This trip to South Africa has been on our bucket list for a long time. Our only regret is that we didn’t do it sooner. It exceeded all expectations, particularly because of Enchanting Travels and our travel coordinator /consultants Akshay, and Cyprian. Their expertise, and professionalism allayed any concerns we had. Also, the timeframe and specific tours on our itinerary were perfect – four days in Cape Town, two days at the Krueger Safari Park, two days in Zimbabwe/Victoria Falls, and two days in Johannesburg. We were glad Enchanting Travels was recommended by a relative who relied on them for a trip to South Africa. Everything was perfectly customized to meet our needs and we thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this trip.
Rating 5/5
South Africa
Gail Lofton

USA

We went to Africa because it was on our bucket list. We thought it would turn out to be a nice trip but words cannot express how wonderful it was. We felt like we were living in a fantasy. Every single person that we met in Africa was amazingly friendly and happy. Everything else we saw there was so much more amazing that it being on television. We are really considering going back in the future since it was absolutely the best trip we have ever been on!!! I am suggesting Africa to everyone.
Rating 5/5
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Leanne Hoffman

USA

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