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Depart Australia today for Johannesburg. On arrival, we will be transferred to our hotel for overnight accommodation near Johannesburg Airport.
After breakfast, we will take a flight to Maun to start our Botswana adventure. On arriving at Maun Airport, we will check
in for our light aircraft flight to Moremi. This flight gives you a scenic view of the amazing ecosystem called the Okavango
Delta. Upon landing at the airstrip, our guide will transfer us to our camp. The friendly, attentive staff will help you feel
immediately at home and brief you on what to look forward to on your safari. The magic of a mobile camp becomes
apparent as the sun sets and you enjoy drinks around the fire before a starlit dinner and a great night’s rest after falling
asleep to the sounds of the African bush. Whilst camping we have all meals, wine, beer, G&T, Amarula, selected soft
drinks, fruit juice and bottled water included and all entrance fees for National Parks and Game Reserves are included.
The Moremi Game Reserve lies in the eastern corner of the Okavango Delta. One of the most beautiful and diverse of all
the great game reserves of Africa, it protects both huge concentrations of wildlife and incredible scenery. The reserve
consists of both seasonally – inundated areas such as Xakanaxa, and the drier areas such as Khwai. On the safari, we will
set out to reveal some of the secrets of this dynamic ecosystem.
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We spend our first 2 nights camping in the Xakanaxa/Third Bridge area, we explore the surrounding wilderness on game drives during the day. The Moremi Game Reserve protects around a third of the entire Okavango Delta ecosystem – some 5000 square kms.
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Following an early breakfast, your safari team breaks camp and you’ll set off towards Khwai, enjoying a scenic journey with a bush picnic lunch on-route. The Khwai River marks the boundary between the Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai Community Concession, a wildlife rich area known for its diverse ecosystems. We’ll spend the next 2 nights camping in the Khwai area, with daily game drives to explore the stunning Khwai floodplains.
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More game drives today. A highlight of your stay will be a 2.5 hour mokoro excursion offering a peaceful and immersive way to discover the region’s channels and lagoons in a traditional dug-out canoe.
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We head further north on-route to Chobe National Park, where we will spend the following 2 nights camping at a pristine bush campsite in the Savute region and exploring the dry landscape on game drives. Savute is an area that can change dramatically, with the character of the place changing completely depending on the flowing or drying up of the Savute Channel.
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The most important landmarks in Savute is the Savute Marsh and the Savute Channel. The Marsh itself is one of the most exciting wildlife destinations in Africa – anything can, and often does, happen there. Rising above level landscape of Savute are the Ghoba and Gubatsa Hills which hide perfectly preserved San Bushmen paintings. The Savute Hills have a very healthy population of leopard and the best time to see them is first or last light. The Savute Channel is known as the “stolen river” and its recent history includes when it has dried up for several years, only to flow again due to tectonic movements. This means you could encounter either a river or a dry savannah grassland. Beyond the channel, this area consists of large open game-filled plains and is home to a variety of dry-land animals including zebra, wildebeest, kudu, giraffe, wild dog, cheetah and lion.
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Today we will continue our journey north to the contrasting Chobe region of the park. We spend our last 2 nights camping in a wilderness campsite near the Chobe River, exploring the riverbanks and surrounding flood plains on game drives.
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The lush Chobe River Front is renowned for its abundance of elephants, the highest concentration found anywhere in the world. Chobe is also noted for its huge herds of buffalo, it’s rich birdlife and exquisite sunsets reflected in the river. This afternoon we will enjoy an afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River which departs from Kasane.
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Following breakfast, we will have a short game drive and we will leave Botswana and go to the border crossing of Zimbabwe. We will then drive through to Victoria Falls and check into our accommodation, Nkosi Guest Lodge, where we will stay 2 nights. Nkosi Guest Lodge is a tranquil boutique lodge just a short drive from the famous falls, offering 24 spacious superior rooms set among lush gardens, complete with a serene pool, executive bar and restaurant, and inclusive full-English breakfast for a relaxed and refined stay.
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After breakfast, this morning we will have a tour of the Falls, followed by free time. This afternoon we will be collected from the lodge to join a sunset cruise on the Zambesi River.
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After breakfast this morning, we will be transferred to Hwange National Park where we will have 2 nights’ accommodation at The Hide Main Camp, staying in luxury tents including all meals, beverages, tea & coffee, laundry and game drives, National Park fees and conservation fees. Small tented camp with a maximum of 20 guests at any one time. Private veranda with waterhole views from every room, plunge pool, fire pit, up to 4 activities/excursions/day including game drives and walking, wine cellar tunnel where you can choose your own bottle of wine and the tunnel goes through to secret viewing of the waterhole.
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Today relax around The Hide, and participate in the game drives and activities. Enjoy your full last day in Africa before we head home.
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After breakfast, we will be transferred to Victoria Falls for our flight to Johannesburg and then connect through to Australia.
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** Small group tour - Based on a group of 11 passengers.
Not included in tour cost:
• International airfares
• Travel insurance
• Tipping
Please note:
While every effort is made to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable journey, travelers should be aware that tours through Botswana and Zimbabwe may involve challenging road and travel conditions. Road surfaces can vary from well-paved highways to gravel, sandy, or uneven tracks, especially in rural and national park areas. Travel times may be longer than expected due to potholes, wildlife crossings, or weather-related delays. These conditions are part of the authentic adventure of exploring Southern Africa and contribute to the unique experience of the region. However, guests should be prepared for occasional bumps, dust, and limited roadside facilities. Our guides and drivers are experienced in local conditions and will always prioritize guest safety and comfort, but flexibility, patience, and a sense of adventure are essential for this type of travel. There are no visas required for South Africa and Botswana for Australian passport holders. You do require a visa for Zimbabwe and we will process an e-visa on your behalf. Please be aware that whilst in Botswana, you will not have Wi-Fi or phone reception readily available