From $ 5,900.00 per person
This journey takes us through some of Botswana’s and Zimbabwe’s most magnificent game reserves.
Escape into the rich and varied landscapes of Botswana. A small group safari with a big soul, this 10 day itinerary will guide you from Maun in Botswana to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, with an array of wildlife encounters in between.
Tour Highlights
- Maun
Arrival in safari town, gateway to your Botswana experience - Moremi
Game drive in Khwai concession - Scenic flight
Flight over the Okavango Delta - Chobe
Morning game drive in the national park Game viewing by boat on the Chobe River - Hwange
Full-day game viewing in Hwange National Park. - Victoria Falls
Sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, Potjiekos experience
B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner
DAY 1: MAUN, BOTSWANA – D
On arrival into Maun International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your lodge. Thamalakane River Lodge is located on the banks for the Thamalakane River outside of Maun en route to the famous Okavango Delta. The rest of the afternoon may be spent at leisure enjoying one of the many activities available at the Lodge. This evening you will meet your guide and the rest of your group at the lodge at 18h00 for your pre-departure meeting.
Accommodation: Thamalakane River Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)
Lunch: For your own account
Dinner: At Thamalakane River Lodge
DAY 2 & 3: MAUN TO OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA – BLD, BLD
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Mogotlho Safari Lodge, situated on the banks of the Khwai river. The rest of the time in the Moremi Area you will have the opportunity to enjoy a full day Mokoro trip and guided game drives
Distance: 65 km Departure: 9h00
Accommodation: Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar (Luxury tent with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar)
Day 2 Breakfast: At Thamalakane River Lodge or similar
Day 2 Lunch: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
Day 2 Dinner: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
Day 3 Breakfast: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
Day 3 Lunch: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
Day 3 Dinner: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
DAY 4 & 5: GREATER MOREMI TO GREATER CHOBE, BOTSWANA – BLD, BLD
In the morning, you will take a flight to Kasane. Once you have arrived you will enjoy an appetizing lunch whilst sailing along the Chobe River on an afternoon boat cruise. Thereafter, you will be transferred to your lodge.
The following day, we will have plenty of time to explore the wilderness on a game drive while taking full advantage of the cool weather and optimal animal activity. The rest of the day is at own leisure where you can relax along the poolside and soak up some sun.
Distance: 544 kmDeparture: 09h00
Accommodation: Camp Kuzuma or similar (tented suite with en-suite bathrooms, bar & swimming pool).
Day 4 Breakfast: At Mogotlho Safari Lodge or similar
Day 4 Lunch: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
Day 4 Dinner: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
Day 5 Breakfast: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
Day 5 Lunch: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
Day 5 Dinner: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
DAY 6 & 7: GREATER CHOBE, BOTSWANA TO NORTHERN HWANGE, ZIMBABWE – BLD, BLD
Today, you will be transferred to your lodge in Hwange National Park. You have the opportunity to continue your search for African wildlife on an optional half day game drive (at an additional cost). The rest of the day is spent at your own leisure.
The following day, we start our morning off with a full day game drive where we will enjoy a wholesome lunch whilst taking in the beautiful fauna and flora of the park. Hwange National Park is one of Africa’s finest havens for wildlife and is home to massive herds of elephant, buffalo, and zebra, as well as a very large concentration of giraffe. It is also home to many predators and endangered species, and a diverse birdlife.
Distance: 82 kmDeparture: 08h00
Accommodation: Nantwich Lodge or similar (suite with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar)
Day 6 Breakfast: At Camp Kuzuma or similar
Day 6 Lunch: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
Day 6 Dinner: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
Day 7 Breakfast: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
Day 7 Lunch: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
Day 7 Dinner: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
DAY 8 & 9: NORTHERN HWANGE TO VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE – B, BD
Continuing our trip, we leave Botswana and drive to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Enjoy an insightful and theatrical story of the historical Victoria Falls bridge as you journey across it.
The following day you will be cruising down the mighty Zambezi River at sunset, basking in the afterglow of the day before returning to indulge in a mouth-watering 3 course potjie creation.
Distance: 103 kmDeparture: 07h00
Accommodation: Ilala Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)
Day 8 Breakfast: At Nantwich Lodge or similar
Day 8 Lunch: For your own account
Day 8 Dinner: For your own account
Day 9 Breakfast: At Ilala Lodge or similar
Day 9 Lunch: For your own account
Day 9 Dinner: For your own account
DAY 10: VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE – B
Our safari ends after a delicious breakfast. You will then be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures.
Breakfast: At Ilala Lodge or similar
DEPARTURE:
The Botswana Safari Escape departs from Maun.
Whilst it is our every intention to adhere to the above itinerary, there may on occasion be a necessity to make alterations in order to make the tour more enjoyable or practical. Therefore please treat the itinerary as a guide only.
TRANSPORT:
We use fully equipped Toyota Land Cruisers, Mercedes All-Terrain vehicle, 12-seater 4×4 safari vehicles or other appropriate vehicles with comfortable seating, large windows for game viewing, a music and PA system. We endeavor to ensure that air-conditioning is provided, however we are unable to guarantee this for vehicles travelling through Namibia. All luggage, besides hand luggage and photo equipment, is carried on the vehicle or trailer roof racks to ensure maximum comfort in the vehicle. Some game drives may be conducted in open-sided safari vehicles. For transfers between Kasane and Victoria Falls or Hwange and Victoria Falls (or vice versa), 2×4 vehicles may be utilised.
TRAVELLING TIMES AND DISTANCES:
All travelling times are affected by road conditions, border crossings, detours and weather conditions, therefore on certain days travelling times may be longer than anticipated especially where there is a lot of distance to be covered. Please keep in mind that the time it takes to travel 100 km in your home country is not equivalent to the time it takes to travel 100 km on African roads, therefore we encourage you to sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery Africa has to offer. Where possible additional stops will be made to ensure your travelling comfort at all times.
ACCOMMODATION:
We make use of mid-range typical African standard lodge accommodation. Accommodation is situated either in national parks, on the banks of a river, or in other places of interest. The accommodation will be a mix of lodges, chalets and tented camps with en-suite bathrooms.
MEALS:
Where included most breakfasts and dinners will be enjoyed in the restaurants of the various accommodation establishments. Please advise us of any special dietary requirements in advance.
VISAS:
The onus is on the client to organize all visas required to visit the countries stated on the itinerary. Please note that travellers entering Botswana will be required to present a valid international health certificate of vaccination for yellow fever should they originate from or have travelled through countries which have been declared yellow fever infected areas within the preceding 6 months.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Please note that travel and cancellation insurance is mandatory for every guest travelling with us. All insurance is solely the responsibility of our guests. Please ensure you arrange your own insurance with protection for the full duration of your journey to cover personal injury, damage and loss of personal items including but not limited to camera equipment and other electronic items, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and loss of luggage, etc. Please speak to your travel agent if you require assistance.