Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Delta Safari

This tour starts from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and ends in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Your first night will be spent in the untamed wilderness of the Chobe National Park where you will get your first experience of the great wildlife of Botswana, including the large heards of Elephants that make this park famous. We take a relaxing Chobe River boat cruise encountering the abundance of birds and wildlife attracted to the river.

The next three days include traveling into the pristine Okavango Delta where you can truly relish in the beauty of this untamed wilderness area. Take an optional scenic flight over the delta network, walk through the delta bush, or try out local modes of transport in the form of a dug out canoe called a "Mokoro".

We then stop over at Gweta, located on the outskirts of the stark Makgadikgadi Pans in an area dotted with ancient baobab trees. Next we take a game drive in the Khama Rhino Sanctuary to see these threatened animals before heading to Palapye to experience river side camping along the banks of the Lotsane River. 

The remainder of our journey is broken up by stopping at picturesque view points where you have a final opportunity to capture and be witness to the beauty of Southern Africa before returning to city civilisation.

Day 1 / 2: Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park – Zimbabwe to Botswana

This camping tour starts at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe where your tour guide will provide you with a brief overview of what to expect over the next few days. On our first day we visit the mighty Victoria Falls to experience the thundering sound and impressive spray that gives the Falls its local name, Mosi-oa-Tunya which means the "Smoke that Thunders".

Witnessing the mighty Vic Falls is an awe inspiring experience as the Zambezi River plummets over 100 feet into the gorge below forming the largest curtain of falling water in the world at 1,7km wide. The impressive smoke-like spray rises up to 400 meters high over Victoria Falls making the mist visible from as far as 50 km away!

After visiting Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, we cross into Botswana making our way to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park.

In the afternoon we embark on a relaxing Chobe River boat cruise to view the abundant wildlife found in the famous Chobe Park. This river cruise (included in the tour price) provides excellent opportunities for spotting and photographing birds and wild animals up close, including hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes and elephants. 

Chobe Park is the second largest National Park in Botswana, encompassing diverse habitats from lush plains and wooded grasslands to dense forests and swamps. Chobe is best known for its huge population of migratory elephants and is also home to one of the highest concentrations of game in Africa.

Our overnight stay is at a safari camp a few kilometers from Chobe Park. The camp overlooks the Chobe River and surrounding bush, featuring a restaurant, bar and swimming pool.

Optional Activities:  Game Drive in Chobe National Park

Meals: Breakfast (day 2), Lunch, Dinner

Please Note:

This safari departs from Vic Falls on day one. We recommend that you arrive a few days before the tour departs to allow time for exploring Vic Falls and participating in some of the numerous adventure activities available. Adding an extra few days stay before the tour gives you time to enjoy optional activities such as White Water Rafting, Flights over the Falls, Elephant Back Safaris, Lion Encounters, Bungee Jumping and Game Viewing amongst other exciting alternatives at Victoria Falls.

Day 3: Maun – Botswana

Next we drive to Maun, the gateway to the famous Okavango Delta, arriving in the afternoon. In Maun we spend some time preparing for our adventure into the pristine Okavango Delta.

The shaded overnight camp is just outside of Maun and features a swimming pool, bar and restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Optional Activities: Early Morning Game Drive in Chobe National Park, Crocodile Farm visit.

Day 4 / 5: Okavango Delta - Botswana

Leaving our safari truck in Maun we drive into the Okavango Delta in a 4x4 safari vehicle or travel by boat (when water levels are high enough). We spend the next two nights in one of the most unique wilderness areas in the world, exploring the network of delta channels and estuaries.

Meeting up with some of the local people we set up camp in a shady spot overlooking a channel in the heart of the Okavango Delta. In the remote Delta we encounter untamed wild animals that are not used to seeing people. We venture into the unspoiled bush on foot getting a closer look at the various plants and smaller creatures in this spectacular area. When water levels in the channels are high enough we also explore this watery wildlife haven by mokoro (traditional dug out canoe) gliding between the reeded islands.

The source of the beautiful Okavango Delta is found in the western highlands of Angola from where it flows through Namibia, before emptying into the Kalahari Desert in Botswana. The Okavango water system is the world's largest inland delta, watering around 15,000 square km’s of the desert. This labyrinth of waterways and lagoons flowing between secluded islands and floodplains boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. The tranquil delta offers a truly wild and unforgettable African bush experience.

Optional activities: Scenic flight over the Delta (time permitting). To participate in additional Mokoro rides or nature walks, apart from what is included in the activity package, please speak to your local guide.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Gweta – Botswana

On day six we leave the magical Okavango Delta admiring this wildlife gem as we travel. Next we make our way east to Gweta, a small village on the outskirts of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, one of the world's largest salt flats.

Gweta is located half way between Maun and Nata in a secluded part of the world where you can experience vast open spaces and solitude.

We stay at a lively safari camp in an area dotted with ancient Baobab trees, just outside of Gweta. The camp features a funky bar and restaurant, a swimming pool and communal open-fire dining area. You can explore the bush on foot seeing some of the oldest giant Baobab trees (averaging around 4000 years old!).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Khama Rhino Sanctuary to Palapye – Botswana

Today we head south to Palapye, situated on the tranquil banks of the Lotsane River, halfway between Johannesburg and Maun.

We visit the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, a community based wildlife project. Established in 1992, this conservation project aims to help save the rhino from extinction.

The 4,300 hectare wildlife sanctuary consists of a grassy pan dotted with watering holes providing prime habitat for rhinos. A nearby Botswana Defence Force base offers the conservation area 24 hour protection. We embark on a game drive in the rhino sanctuary in to see these threatened animals (included in tour price). 

Our lush overnight camp serves a home cooked buffet dinner and features a swimming pool, internet cafe and a bar with a games area. The tents are set in the shade and braai (barbecue) facilities are available.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Johannesburg – South Africa

On the final day of our Chobe & Okavango Delta Camping Safari we cross into South Africa driving south through scenic landscapes to Johannesburg, the economic powerhouse of South Africa.

This wildlife and wilderness safari adventure ends in the dynamic and bustling city of Johannesburg, offering visitors plenty of attractions. Most people choose to spend the evening in one of the city's many restaurants sharing their safari adventures over a final dinner together.

Optional activity: Dinner Out.

Meals: Breakfast

Please Note:

This Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Delta Safari is also available in the reverse order as the Okavango Delta, Chobe and Victoria Falls Safari starting in Johannesburg and ending in Vic Falls.