Tour Highlights
This is a fast-paced and exhilarating safari that combines the thunderous Victoria Falls and Botswana’s excellent game viewing destinations.
It starts off at the Victoria Falls where you get to see the falls from its best angle. Victoria Falls is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. The Victoria Falls National Park and Zambezi National Park provide a home for big game. Riverine bird life is also plentiful and the Zambezi is renowned for its variety of fish.
From the falls, you head by road to Chobe National Park to meet with the worlds largest herds of elephants that gather at the Chobe River. Like a diamond among rubies; Chobe is the finest and most rewarding of Botswana’s game sanctuaries.
Next stop - Okavango Delta. Described as “the jewel” of the Kalahari, this is without doubt Africa's most beautiful oasis. Here you are assured of having close encounters with abundant animals on your game drives. Finish off at Eagle Island camp, a treasure chest of game and aquatic birds.
SPECIAL!!!
A 45-minute helicopter scenic flight included at Eagles Camp! Here, you will enjoy nature walks, mokoro (canoe) trips and experience the sun setting over the delta. – A mokoro is a canoe dug out of a tree trunk and pushed by qualified nature guides with a pole through the channels.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival Victoria Falls
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport (Zimbabwe) you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this exciting area. You may also take an optional helicopter flight, called the Flight of Angels or balloon trip over the falls; all at your own extra cost. In the afternoon, enjoy a sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River, which is included in your itinerary. Overnight at the Kingdom Hotel or similar on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast basis
Day 2: Tour of Victoria Falls
After breakfast at the hotel, set out to experience a guided tour of the mighty Victoria Falls and a visit to the local craft market, which depicts traditional Africa lifestyle. In the afternoon you will take on an Elephant Back Safari into the African bush! Overnight at the Kingdom Hotel or similar on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast basis
Day 3: Drive Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park
Check out of your hotel and embark on a 2 hour road transfer to Chobe National Park, famous for its huge herds of elephant. It is the second largest national park in Botswana and is home to a large animal population and over 450 bird species.
Its distinctly different eco-systems include; Serondela with its lush plains and dense forests in the extreme North-East of Chobe River area, the Savuti Marsh area in the West, the Linyati Swamps in the North West and the hot dry hinterland in between the other three. Check into your luxury lodge with stunning views of the Chobe River. In the afternoon you will enjoy a boat safari on the Chobe River before returning to the lodge for dinner. Overnight at Chobe River Lodge or similar on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast basis
Day 4: Day in Chobe National Park
Morning game drive activities bring the wildlife into close focus. Herds of elephants and buffalos gather by the riverbanks and are best seen from your safari vehicle. The lodge offers a number of activities including swimming, fishing, bird watching and optional game-drives for the rest of your day. Overnight at Chobe River Lodge or similar on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast basis
Day 5: Flight from Chobe National Park to Okavango Delta
After a buffet breakfast, check-out for a transfer to Kasane Airport for your flight into the heart of the Okavango Delta.
On arrival you will be transferred to the lodge for your two nights stay. Khwai River Lodge is located at Moremi, which is part of the Okavango's complex delta system. Here, elephant, hippo and vast varieties of birds can be easily observed. Night drives will reveal a variety of nocturnal creatures hunting and foraging for food. Overnight at Khwai River Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities, soft drinks, house wines and local spirits
Day 6: Day in Okavango Delta
Spend a full day in the Delta exploring the channels of the Okavango Delta and searching for the elusive “Big Five”. You can see plenty of game from your deck beside the swimming pool shaded by tall trees, or on the viewing platform overlooking the lagoon. The delta consists of a web of lagoons, lakes and hidden channels covering an area of over 17,000 square kilometers. Fishing can take place anywhere in the delta but the major fishing camps are in the north of the delta, in the Panhandle. Overnight at Khwai River Lodge
Day 7 and 8 : More of Okavango Delta
After morning game viewing activity you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Eagle (Xaxaba) Island.
On arrival you will be met and transferred to Eagle Island Camp for two nights stay. Eagle Island Camp is a luxurious camp and the perfect base from which explorers view a treasure chest of game and aquatic birds.
Game-viewing activities consist of nature walks and mokoro (canoe) trips. Your trip on a mokoro or dug out canoe is an outstanding experience. Overnight at Eagle Island Camp on a full board basis including all game viewing activities, soft drinks, house wine and local spirits.
Day 9: Flight from Okavango Delta to Maun and Johannesburg – Depart
Today bid farewell to the amazing Okavango Delta. Transfer to the airstrip for your charter flight to Maun, to connect onto Johannesburg for your flight back home.
The tour package price will include:
- Arrival & departure transfers to and from international Airport at the destination.
- Bed & breakfast accommodation on the first day where applicable.
- All entry fees where applicable in the parks, reserves and sanctuary
- Full board meal plan while on Safari – breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Qualified local English - Speaking driver guide
- Game drives as per the program
- All government taxes applicable
- Extras at the lodges –tips, drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses
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- Entry Visas
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