Delta and Wildlife Adventure: Victoria Falls, Makgadikgadi, Moremi & More
- Duration
- 12 Days
- Prices:
- On request
MODERATE | SMALL GROUP: Experience the untouched natural beauty and wildlife of Botswana on this safari tour. Staying in first-class safari lodges, you’ll journey across the nation and into Namibia and Zimbabwe to cruise along the Chobe River, explore the islands and pans of the Okavango Delta, and gaze upon the majesty of Victoria Falls.
This 12-day African safari takes you across Botswana and also to Namibia and Zimbabwe to explore the bountiful natural landscapes of this Southern African region. It includes first-class accommodations, shared tours, and is perfect for return visitors to Africa with a taste for adventure.
Your trip to Botswana begins in Kasane, where you’ll spend a couple nights on the banks of the Chobe River. Staying at a premium safari lodge, you’ll enjoy a sunset game viewing along the Chobe River, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and all manner of colourful birds. The next day, you have the option of a game drive through Chobe National Park to see some of the many elephants that live in the park. Head southeast and travel through the Makgadikgadi Pans to Nata Lodge, near the waters of Sua Pan. Experience breathtaking sunset views over the lake and enjoy the fascinating landscape.
Head east to Maun and Moremi Game Reserve, one of the country’s largest wildlife reserves pitched on the northern edge of the Okavango Delta. You’ll spend two days at the premium Mogotiho Safari Lodge and head on morning and afternoon game drives. As you trek through the diverse landscape of flooded pans, plains, and forests, you’ll spot lions and leopards hunting their prey as well as rare animals like rhinos and hippos. Connect back to Maun, where you’ll have the option to enjoy a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta.
Drive across the panhandle and into the heart of the Okavango Delta. At Swamp Stop, you’ll board a boat and journey across the waters of the delta to reach Pepere Island, your home for the next two nights. Staying in fixed Meru-style tents, you’ll explore the surrounding islands and their waterways. Spot crocodiles on the water and colourful birds living on the sandy banks of the islands.
Cross into Namibia and spend a day exploring the landscape of the Caprivi Strip and the region along the Kwando River. After spotting zebras crossing the wet landscape or elephants cooling off in the waters, head back into Botswana and cross into Zimbabwe, reaching Victoria Falls, the final destination on your journey. Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world and one of the most iconic spots on the planet. You’ll have a couple nights at leisure in Victoria Falls to explore the majestic waterfalls and engage in some adventure activities. You can go white-water rafting along the Zambezi River, bungee jump into a deep crevice, or take a helicopter flight over the falls to admire them from high above. If you’re truly daring, brave the Devil’s Pool over the waterfalls, which has only a narrow rock separating you from the depths of the gorge. At the end of your journey, head to the airport to connect back home.
- Duration
- 12 Days
- Prices:
- On request
Itinerary View Trip Map
Victoria Falls
The tour starts at at 3pm today with a pre departure meeting in the foyer of Sprayview Hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
| Duration | 2 Nights |
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| Accommodation |
Cresta Sprayview Hotel |
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Cresta Sprayview Hotel
Cresta Sprayview is situated just 1.4 km from the Victoria Falls Rain Forest entrance, 20 minutes from the Victoria Falls International Airport and is the first hotel you encounter as you get into town. The hotel is ideally situated, in walking distance of the town …
Cresta Sprayview is situated just 1.4 km from the Victoria Falls Rain Forest entrance, 20 minutes from the Victoria Falls International Airport and is the first hotel you encounter as you get into town. The hotel is ideally situated, in walking distance of the town of Victoria Falls, with its accompanying restaurants and curio markets a short 10 minute walk to the falls themselves. Set on eight acres of manicured grounds, the hotel offers a tranquil oasis from which to enjoy all Victoria Falls has to offer.
Facilities
- Bar
- Conference Facilities
- Internet Access
- Reception (24 hrs)
- Restaurant(s)
- Swimming Pool
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Victoria Falls
Time is free to view Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. Time is spent at leisure to browse the local markets and to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including helicopter flights over the Falls and to visit the Falls (own expense).
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Makgadikgadi Pans
Departing after breakfast, we travel through Botswana to the Nata area. Late afternoon we visit the Makgadikgadi Pans for a truly unforgettable sunset over what remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Night |
| Accommodation |
Nata Lodge |
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Nata Lodge
An oasis set among the Mokolwane palms on the edge of the pans. It is ideally situated close to the entrance to the Nata Sanctuary and is just off the main road, 10 km from Nata village. This is the junction to the Okavango, Chobe …
An oasis set among the Mokolwane palms on the edge of the pans. It is ideally situated close to the entrance to the Nata Sanctuary and is just off the main road, 10 km from Nata village. This is the junction to the Okavango, Chobe and Francistown areas. Nata Lodge offers 22 Luxury thatched chalets built on stilts and set in rustic African style, 10 luxury safari tents are built on raised wooden platforms which are nestled under the lodges many Marula trees. The lodge also offers campsites; able to accommodate 150 pax.
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Moremi Wildlife Reserve
A 3 hour drive takes us to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango delta and Moremi game reserve. We change from our overland vehicle into open 4x4 vehicles and proceed to our accommodation situated at the edge of Moremi game reserve. Moremi is lush and varied, shallow flooded pans, plains and forests. It is one of Africa's finest areas for wildlife, with particularly high game densities including all major naturally occurring herbivore and carnivore species in the region and over 400 species of birds. Days here are spent enjoying morning and afternoon game drives in the private concession and inside Moremi.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Shokomoka Safari Lodge |
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Shokomoka Safari Lodge
Located on the Gomoti River, in the Eastern Okavango Delta, Shokomoka Safari Lodge offers an authentic bush feeling while having a low impact on the environment. Each of the 15 solar powered tents is tastefully decorated, offering guests ensuite facilities as well as charging stations …
Located on the Gomoti River, in the Eastern Okavango Delta, Shokomoka Safari Lodge offers an authentic bush feeling while having a low impact on the environment. Each of the 15 solar powered tents is tastefully decorated, offering guests ensuite facilities as well as charging stations in each tent. Guests can cool off at the lodge swimming pool after between game drives and delicious meals are served in the restaurant on site.
Facilities
- Game Drives
- Restaurant
- Solar Power
- Swimming Pool
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Moremi Wildlife Reserve
Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the private concession of your lodge and also inside Moremi Wildlife Reserve.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Maun
A 2 hour transfer takes us back to Maun. The afternoon is free for an optional 1 hr scenic flight over the vast Okavango Delta (own expense).
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
| Accommodation |
Cresta Maun Hotel |
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Cresta Maun Hotel
Known as the gateway to the much-visited Okavango Delta in Botswana, Maun is also a popular launching point for the numerous other wildlife activities on offer in this awe-inspiring corner of Africa. Visitors from all over the world arrive in this small town in their …
Known as the gateway to the much-visited Okavango Delta in Botswana, Maun is also a popular launching point for the numerous other wildlife activities on offer in this awe-inspiring corner of Africa. Visitors from all over the world arrive in this small town in their droves to partake in safaris to some of the most incredible game reserves, scenic flights over the Delta, 4×4 trails and more.
Cresta Maun, the new 83-bedroomed establishment is situated 10km away from the town’s centre. One of the very best Maun hotels, it offers facilities for both the leisure and business traveller, with two state-of-the-art conference facilities for up to 300 people. Cresta Maun is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River which is at the southern end of the Okavango Delta. Home to several bird species, Cresta Maun offers a tranquil setting from which visitors can explore the wonders of Botswana.
The hotel is only 15 minutes' drive from Maun International Airport. Maun is the tourism capital of Botswana and the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Activities including safari trips to Savuti, Moremi and Chobe National Parks can be organised from the Activities Desk.Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Child Friendly
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Restaurant
- WiFi
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Okavango Delta
Driving round the pan handle we traverse to the north west of the Okavango Delta. We arrive at Swamp Stop and our lodge on the edge of the Okavango Delta. The following day we travel by boat 30 minutes into the delta. We do mokoro & boat excursions in the back channels of the Nxamasire area of the delta. Game walks are also done on the smaller islands in the area subject to the water levels of the delta.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
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| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Swamp Stop |
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Swamp Stop
The Camp features 12 en-suite newly renovated rooms each with its own veranda, deck, mini bar, dedicated power, water, light, dustbin and fire pit facilities. The camp has two swimming pools, a fully licensed bar, restaurant, a viewing deck and an elevated lounge over looking …
The Camp features 12 en-suite newly renovated rooms each with its own veranda, deck, mini bar, dedicated power, water, light, dustbin and fire pit facilities.
The camp has two swimming pools, a fully licensed bar, restaurant, a viewing deck and an elevated lounge over looking the Okavango River. Swamp Stop is the ideal gateway to the Okavango Delta.Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- Family Room
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Swimming Pool
- Terrace
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Okavango Delta
Today enjoy mokoro, boat excursions as well as game walks (subject to water levels) in and around your camp.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Caprivi
Departing the Delta we cross into Namibia and continue to the Eastern side of the Caprivi Strip. We arrive at our lodge overlooking the flood plains of the Zambezi River.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
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Zambezi Mubala Lodge |
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Zambezi Mubala Lodge
In the heart of southern Africa, approximately 2000km from the southern tip of the continent and from the equator, and equidistant between the Indian and Atlantic oceans, lies Namibia’s best-kept secret, the Zambezi Region. Newly-built, modern, innovative and stylish, Zambezi Mubala is a secret river …
In the heart of southern Africa, approximately 2000km from the southern tip of the continent and from the equator, and equidistant between the Indian and Atlantic oceans, lies Namibia’s best-kept secret, the Zambezi Region.
Newly-built, modern, innovative and stylish, Zambezi Mubala is a secret river hideaway where water laps the shores of the mighty Zambezi, hippos laugh and the calls of fish eagles pierce the vast blue sky.
Leave your vehicle at Zambezi Mubala Camp, south of Katima Mulilo, to cruise downriver and enter the enchanted Mubala world. Here, vervet monkeys scamper through the trees, swamp boubous' melodic banter rings through the air and tree squirrels hop nimbly from branch to branch.
Relax on your balcony or lie back on your king-size bed in your spacious cabin and absorb the peace of the river, as mekoro slice through the water, the muted sound of cow bells wafts through the air and the cool breeze dances on the river.
The lodge sings its tributes to the colours of the water, the surrounding riverine vegetation and the clear blue sky, adopting the local Silozi name for colour - 'Mubala'. It tastefully explores this delicious theme in its shades of gentle blues and sea greens that punctuate wicker chairs and tint bungalow walls.Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Service
- Parking
- Pool
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Kasane - Chobe River
Crossing back into Botswana we overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. The afternoon of arrival is free for an option game drive.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
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| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Chobe Safari Lodge |
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Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe Safari Lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the lodge's doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Chobe Safari Lodge therefore offers an …
Chobe Safari Lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River and shares a border with Chobe National Park. Right on the lodge's doorstep is the meeting of four African countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Chobe Safari Lodge therefore offers an excellent getaway location to Chobe, Victoria Falls or Caprivi. The close proximity to Victoria Falls International Airport, Livingstone International Airport and Kasane International Airport makes it easily accessible, with daily road transfers or charter flights connecting all these airports with Chobe Safari Lodge. The lodge offers 76 individually decorated rooms that offer all the comforts of home.
Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Gift Shop
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Chobe River
This morning, head out on your morning game drive. Afterwards, relax at your lodge until your sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast and Dinner |
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Victoria Falls
Tour ends after breakfast with transfer to Kasane or Victoria Falls airport for onward flight.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
2024: Feb 24; Mar 30; Apr 27; Jun 1, 22; Jul 6; Aug 3, 17, 31; Sep 28; Oct 12; Nov 2
PRICE INCLUDES:
- 2 nights in moderate accommodations in Victoria Falls
- 1 night in first-class accommodations in Makgadikgadi Pans
- 2 nights in moderate accommodations in Moremi Wildlife Reserve
- 1 night in moderate accommodations in Maun
- 2 nights in moderate accommodations in the Okavango Delta
- 1 night in moderate accommodations in the Caprivi Strip
- 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Kasane
- Transport throughout in fully equipped vehicle
- Services of qualified English-speaking driver/guide throughout
- Included activities / sightseeing (max 16 guests):
- Visit of the Makgadikgadi Pans
- Early morning and afternoon game drives in Moremi Wildlife Reserve
- Mokoro safari in the Okavango Delta
- Boat excursion in the Okavango Delta
- Guided bushwalk in the Okavango Delta
- Morning game drive in Chobe National Park
- Boat cruise on the Chobe River
- 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 9 dinners
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals & beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Local park fees & activity payment of $200 US pp, payable to guide in cash on day of arrival
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees if applicable
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire
22 Jun 2024
