Day 01: Arrive Maun (BOTSWANA)

We are warmly met by our guide at the Maun Airport and transferred to our lodge accommodation. The name Maun is derived from the San word “maung”, which means “the place of short reeds”. The afternoon is ours to spend at leisure, either relaxing poolside at the lodge or perhaps booking an exciting optional sunset cruise along the Thamalakane River.

Overnight: Thamalakane River Lodge, Maun (1 night) (D)
(Chalets with en suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar and restaurant)

Day 02 & 03: Maun/Greater Moremi (Drive) & Greater Moremi

After breakfast, we are transferred to our safari lodge, situated on the banks of the Khwai river. The Moremi area is renowned for its concentration of mammals and it is not unusual to see many types of wildlife during just one game drive, including elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog. For the rest of our time here, we will have the opportunity to enjoy a full day Mokoro trip and guided game drives.

Overnight: Mogotlho Safari Lodge, Greater Moremi (2 nights) (B, L, D) (B, L, D)
(Luxury tent with en suite bathrooms, swimming pool and bar)

Day 04: Greater Moremi/Greater Chobe (Flight)

This morning, take a light aircraft flight to Kasane. Once you have arrived, enjoy an appetizing lunch while sailing along the Chobe River on an afternoon boat cruise. During this lovely cruise, watch for hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birds. Afterwards, we are transferred to our lodge.

Overnight: Camp Kuzuma, Greater Chobe (2 nights) (B, L, D
(Tented suite with en suite bathroom, bar and swimming pool)

Day 05: Greater Chobe

Today, we have plenty of time to explore the surrounding wilderness on a game drive, while taking full advantage of cool weather and optimal animal activity. Savour this opportunity to spot a spectacular diversity of wildlife, including herds of elephant, leopard, lion, spotted hyena, giraffe, large buffalo herds, roan antelope, sable and more. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax at the pool side and soak up some sun. (B, L, D)

Day 06: Greater Chobe/Northern Hwange (Drive) (ZIMBABWE)

After our incredible wildlife experience in the Chobe area, we are transferred to our lodge in Hwange National Park, the largest park in Zimbabwe. The next two days are spent exploring this rich wildlife area. In the afternoon, partake in a half-day game drive for more spectacular wildlife sightings.

Overnight: Nantwich Lodge, Hwange National Park (2 nights) (B, L, D)
(Suite with en suite bathrooms, swimming pool and bar)

Day 07: Northern Hwange

Start our morning off with an exciting full-day game drive. During our game drive, enjoy a wholesome lunch while taking in the beautiful flora and fauna of the park. Hwange National Park is one of Africa’s finest havens for wildlife and is home to vast herds of elephant, buffalo and zebra, as well as a very large concentration of giraffe. What’s more, it is home to many predators, endangered species and varied bird life. (B, L, D)

Please note: If you are taking this tour in 2024, you will take part in a safari painting experience this evening.

Day 08: Northern Hwange/Victoria Falls (Drive)

Continuing our adventure, we depart Botswana and make our way to famous Victoria Falls town. Once settled in at our lodge, we enjoy a tour of the historic Victoria Falls bridge, which straddles the border between Zimbabawe and Zambia. Our visit will provide us with a unique glimpse into local life and, if we’re lucky, glimpses of Victoria Falls! This is paired with an insightful and theatrical story about the bridge’s history.

Overnight: Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls (2 nights) (B)
(Rooms with en suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar and restaurant)

Please note: If you are taking this tour in 2024, the historical bridge tour is not included.

Day 09: Victoria Falls

Morning free to visit the stunning Victoria Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world. This legendary site is also known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya, or ‘the smoke that thunders’. In the afternoon, we partake in a unique potjiekos traditional food experience before cruising down the mighty Zambezi River at sunset, basking in the afterglow of the day. Then, return to indulge in your mouthwatering potjie creation. (B, D)

Day 10: Depart Victoria Falls

After a delicious breakfast, our Zimbabwe and Botswana safari tour comes to an end with a transfer to Victoria Falls Airport in time for our departure flight. Or choose to extend your tour to a neighbouring country! (B)

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

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Guaranteed Departures 2024

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This tour operates on a minimum of 04 and a maximum of 12 participants

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