Your South Africa, Victoria Falls and Botswana safari begins in one of the most spectacular cities in the world, Cape Town, where you can enjoy winelands, culture, history and wildlife . Continue to the mighty Zambezi River for a few nights at the majestic Victoria Falls. Your Botswana safari adventure begins when you spend time in Botswana’s fantastic Chobe National Park for game viewing by open 4×4. We then end your Botswana safari in the infamous Okavango Delta, where you can experience magical wildlife sightings by Land Rover, mokoro or on foot if you like!
Day 1 Travel Day To Africa
Day 2 Cape Town
Day 3 Cape Town
Day 4 Cape Town
Day 5 Victoria Falls
Day 6 Victoria Falls
Day 7 Chobe National Park
Day 8 Chobe National Park
Day 9 Chobe National Park
Day 10 Okavango Delta
Day 11 Okavango Delta
Day 12 Okavango Delta
Day 13 Your Journey Ends
- Victoria Falls
- Elephant Breeding Herds
- The Big Five
- Twice Daily Game Drives
- Okavango Delta
- Chobe National Park
- Robben Island Tour
- Table Mountain tour
DAY 1 TRAVEL DAY – TO AFRICA
Your South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana safari begins today as you board your international flight to Africa!
DAYS 2, 3, 4 CAPE TOWN
Welcome to Africa! Today you arrive in Cape Town, South Africa your Southern Africa & Botswana safari continues as you are met by our representative and transferred to the Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel for your three night stay.
About the Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel: The Cape Cadogan is a stately double-storied Georgian and Victorian building that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally a farm house which was “Victorianized” in 1912 and declared a national Monument in 1985. Its public areas comprise a comfortable lounge with an open fireplace, a garden and pool area, and a library where you can relax and read.
Accommodation Type & Location: Boutique Hotel located in the heart of Cape Town and just a short drive from Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront.
Guest Accommodations: Twelve luxuriously appointed en-suite bedrooms that are decorated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique furniture using dramatic fabrics.
Optional Activities: Optional activities on this South Africa, Vic Falls & Botswana safari include Cape Peninsula/Cape of Good Hope tour, excursion into the Cape Wineland, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain, cruise around the Cape, cultural Tour including Robben Island and the history of South Africa or a full day Hermanus (whale watching) excursion (Costs and descriptions of tours available upon request).
About Cape Town
Consistently named the most beautiful city in Africa, Cape Town combines a mild Mediterranean climate, gorgeous ocean front setting, spectacular mountain backdrop, dramatic white sand beaches, world class dinning and outstanding shopping and nightlife to make it a must see attraction on any South Africa itinerary.
Overnight: Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel (B)
DAY 5 & 6 VICTORIA FALLS
This morning, your South Africa, Vic Falls & Botswana safari continues as you transfer back to Cape Town International Airport, where you will connect with your flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (via Johannesburg). Upon arrival in Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred to Ilala Lodge for two nights.
About Ilala Lodge: Ilala Lodge offers distinguished yet affordable accommodation in warm elegant surroundings. The décor evokes an era of early adventure and the quest for discovery in Africa. The hotel is ideally situated being the closest to the mighty Victoria Falls as well as the town centre. The National Park borders the front of the property and wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns, with the spray of the falls in the background.
Accommodation Type & Location: Boutique Hotel situated on the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls, it is the closest hotel to the Victoria Falls.
Guest Accommodations: 32 spacious, standard rooms and 2 deluxe suites all with en-suite bathroom facilities and separate shower. Patio doors lead either onto open lawn or a balcony where you are afforded a view of the spray of the falls from the upper level rooms.
Activities: Activities on this South Africa, Vic Falls & Botswana safari include a tour of Victoria Falls, sunset cruise on Zambezi River, game drives, jet boat trips above and below the falls, horse riding, village tours, bungi jumping, gorge swinging, helicopter and fixed wing scenic flights over the falls, microlight flights, fishing, bush dinner and canoe safaris (unless otherwise stated all tours at additional cost, available on request).
About Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls constitutes one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. The Local people call it “Mosi-oa-Tunya” — the smoke that thunders and the Falls are remarkable. Victoria Falls is 1,708 meters wide, making it the largest curtain of water in the world. It drops between 90m and 107m into the Zambezi Gorge and an average of 550,000 cubic meters of water plummet over the edge every minute.
Overnight: Ilala Lodge (B)
DAYS 7, 8, 9 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
This morning your Botswana safari continues as you transfer across the border to Chobe National Park and Muchenje Camp for three nights.
About Muchenje Safari Lodge: This Botswana safari Lodge sits atop an escarpment overlooking the banks of the Chobe River and has unparalleled views across the impressive floodplains. The elegant main safari lodge incorporates a dining area, bar, viewing platforms, and viewing decks. The swimming pool takes full advantage of the fantastic views and provides a tranquil setting to relax during the heat of the day. Chobe National Park, on any Botswana safari, is one of the best wildlife viewing areas in the whole of Botswana and Muchenje is perfectly located for experiencing all that Chobe has to offer.
Accommodation Type & Location: Botswana Safari Lodge is located on the western edge of Chobe National Park, Muchenje is the only accommodation in this area.
Guest Accommodations: Eleven exquisitely furnished rooms, with en-suite bathroom facilities.
Activities: Activities on this Botswana safari include morning and afternoon game drives in open 4×4 vehicles and boat cruises along the Chobe River.
Wildlife: On this Botswana safari, the Chobe area is famous for its large herds of elephant and buffalo, along with numerous predators – including lions, leopards and wild dogs. There is a great diversity of plains game and an astonishing array of bird species.
About Chobe National Park
Chobe, one of the main attractions of any Botswana safari, is a 4700 square mile reserve fronting the Chobe River in northern Botswana. It is the center of a larger network of protected areas stretching into Namibia and Zimbabwe and includes the famous game areas of Serondela and Savuti. It is renowned for its massive concentrations of elephants and buffalo, and the predator who hunt them, during the June to October dry season. This is a must see destination on any Botswana safari.
Overnight: Muchenje Safari Lodge (B, L, D, Local Beverages & Laundry)
DAYS 10, 11, 12 OKAVANGO DELTA
After breakfast and your morning game drive, your Botswana safari takes you to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to the Okavango Delta and Gunns Camp for three nights.
About Gunns Camp: Overlooking the legendary Chiefs Island and bordering the Moremi Game Reserve, Gunn’s Camp is one of the last few remaining luxury, vintage Botswana safari camps. Set under leafy palms and African Ebony to blend naturally with its unique surroundings, Gunns achieves a fine balance of comfort without isolating guests from the sights and sounds of the wilderness. There is an elevated bar, lounge and dining room, campfire boma and swimming pool.
Accommodation Type & Location: Permanent Tented Camp overlooking Chiefs Island in the Okavango Delta, bordering the Moremi Reserve.
Guest Accommodations: 6 fully furnished, deluxe Kenya-style meru tents with en-suite bathrooms featuring standalone baths and outside private showers. Set on raised platforms overlooking the delta plains Gunn’s Camp is ideal for honeymooners or guests looking for a more intimate and personalized safari experience. All tents are discretely set within the densely treed island ensuring privacy and tranquility. Enjoy time beween activities on your private veranda.
Activities: Activities on this South Africa, Vic Falls & Botswana safari include mokoro excursions (canoe), bush walks, motor boat sunset cruises. No vehicles are at this camp. The area tends to be in flood July-October. Outside this period boating can be more limited and the emphasis leans towards walking.
Optional unique feature offered includes island camping: pack your mokoros with basic camping equipment and food so that you can set out with your own personal guide to find an island where you will set up camp. The evening will be spent preparing dinner around the campfire in the company of Africa’s nocturnal wildlife (island camping needs to be booked prior to your arrival at the camp).
Wildlife: On this Botswana safari you will be in the rich wildlife area of the Okavango Delta. The Okavango Delta is home to a large number of species, including semi-aquatic species, such as the elegant red lechwe and shy sitatunga. Families of hippo hide in the deeper channels and lagoons, while the unique Delta environment supports many minute but beautiful species, including multicolored frogs and incandescent dragonflies. The area is much less about intense game-viewing, but more about a gentler Okavango experience.
About the Okavango Delta
The Okavango is a vast river that never meets the sea. Instead, its clear waters spread across the Kalahari Desert, forming Africa’s largest wetland. The Delta is an oasis amidst the vast plains and pans of the desert that covers most of Southern Africa. Its waterways are a collection of meandering channels, creating a haven for Africa’s most notable wildlife. The Okavango Delta is a highlight of any Botswana safari.
Overnight: Gunns Camp (B, L, D, Local Beverages & Laundry)
DAY 13 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS
Your South Africa, Victoria Falls and Botswana safari comes to an end as you transfer to the airstrip for your light air transfer to Maun Airport where you will connect with your flight back to the US.
