Okavango Delta, Chobe and Victoria Falls Safari

A great getaway to Botswana's beautiful Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park and Zimbabwe's mightly Victoria Falls.

Leaving Johannesburg you can quickly relax into holiday mode as we travel to Northern Botswana where your first night on safari will be spent on the tranquil banks of the Lotsane River. Next on this African safari we visit a community based wildlife project, Khama Rhino Sanctuary in Botswana.

We then journey into the Okavango Delta by 4X4 heading into the maze-like wilderness of its waterways. Two days in the Delta allows you to come face to face with nature as you explore the marshlands on foot and with the use of local mokoros ( dug out canoes).

Leaving the luscious greenery of the Delta we head to one of Botswana's great Reserves, the Chobe National Park home to an abundance of game and phenomenal birdlife.

We then cross over the border to Zimbabwe where you can witness the rolling waters of Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world! You will have the chance to partake in some of the best adventure activities in Southern Africa including white water rafting, elephant back Safaris and canoeing on the mightly Zambezi to name a few.

Day 1: Palapye – Botswana

We depart Johannesburg heading north to Botswana. After border formalities we continue towards Palapye, previously known as Phalatswe, where we'll spend our first night. Palapye is located on the banks of the Lotsane River. We camp for the night at Camp Itumela, which has hot shower facilities, a swimming pool, a bar and shared ablutions.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Khama Rhino Sanctuary to Maun – Botswana

On the morning of day two we visit the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, a community based wildlife project. The project was established in 1992 to assist in saving the rhino, threatened by extinction. We arrive in Maun in the afternoon and prepare for our trip into the famous Okavango Delta. In the late afternoon there may be time to visit a local Crocodile Farm. We camp overnight at Sitatunga, which has hot shower facilities, a swimming pool, a bar and shared ablutions. Optional Activity: Crocodile Farm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3/4: Okavango Delta – Botswana

Next on our African camping safari we travel into the Okavango Delta by 4x4 vehicle and in high water season boats are also an option. Upon arrival in the delta we join up with some of the local people and set up the bush camp for the next two nights. There will be no facilities for the next two days as we will be camping in the bush. During our time in the unspoilt Delta we enjoy the best that nature has to offer. We go on nature walks and If possible will explore the waterways of the Delta by mokoro. The Delta is a truly spectacular and unforgettable wilderness experience.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Gweta – Botswana

On day five of this African safari we leave the Okavango Delta behind us and travel east to Gweta. Gweta is located near the Makgadikgadi Pans, halfway between Maun and Nata. We camp at Planet Baobab for the night, which features good ablutions, a bar and a swimming pool. The unique and a little quirky, Planet Baobab Campsite, is set among giant Baobab trees. You can explore the bush around the campsite and view some of the oldest Baobab trees in the area.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Kasane to Chobe National Park – Botswana

Today we head north to Kasane, on the banks of the Chobe River. Apart from being the 2nd biggest National Park in Botswana, Chobe National Park is renowned for its high population of migratory elephants, as well as its high concentration of game. The afternoon is spent game viewing on a boat cruise, into the renowned Chobe NP. This is an excellent opportunity to view some of Africa's spectacular wildlife up close. You also have the chance to experience an early morning game drive in Chobe the next day. We camp at Thebe River Safaris, which has hot showers, good ablutions, a bar and a swimming pool.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

After crossing into Zimbabwe, we arrive at our final safari destination of Victoria Falls. This afternoon we will go visit the spectacular Victoria Falls and experience the thundering sound of the mighty Zambezi. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks. We spend the night in dorm rooms at a hostel, Savanna Lodge, where facilities include hot showers, shared ablutions, a bar and a swimming pool. Optional Activities: Chobe morning Game Drive , Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Dinner Out.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Most people will spend the day white water rafting, a not -to-be-missed experience of a lifetime! Victoria Falls offers many exciting alternatives. The Okavango Delta, Chobe and Victoria Falls Safari officially ends after breakfast at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungee Jump, Elephant Excursion.

Meals: Breakfast

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