$10,391 to $19,713 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrive in Maun & Transfer to the Okavango Delta
Arrive in Maun & Transfer to the Okavango Delta
Arriving into Botswana at Maun Airport, you'll take a quick 15-minute flight to Stanley's Airstrip to reach the Moremi Game Reserve, in the Okavango Delta region. You'll be staying at Sanctuary Chief's Camp, a luxury lodge located on Chief's Island in the heart of the game reserve.
Consistently rated as one of the top safari camps in Botswana by Condé Nast and Travel & Leisure, the award-winning Sanctuary Chief's Camp offers both wilderness and refinement, with a signature personal service and expert safari guides. The camp's pavilions and suites feature private dining areas, outside seating and a terrace pool, ideal for relaxation after a day of epic wildlife-watching.
Enjoy your first evening game drive out into the reserve with sundowners and canapés set against an iconic African sunset. Then return to camp for private dining on your covered deck, from which you'll be able to spot elephants, giraffes and buffalo wandering into view.
- Main Destination:
- Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sanctuary Chief's Camp
Wildlife in Moremi GR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Explore Moremi Game Reserve & Okavango Delta
Explore Moremi Game Reserve & Okavango Delta
Explore the Moremi Game Reserve with morning and evening games drives for sightings of roaming lions that prey on the thousands of antelope, zebra and buffalo who live here all year round. There are also healthy populations of the critically endangered African wild dog, as well as abundant numbers of leopards, genet cats and hyenas.
If the water levels allow, then venture out into the Delta on a mokoro safari in a local dugout canoe. This unique activity offers a different perspective of the bush, poling through the byways created by floodwaters via the traditional method of transport still used by the BaYei people. Navigate the labyrinth of lily-filled lagoons and streams, where hippos fight for bathing rights and crocodiles wait for antelopes to linger too long over a drink.
Other activity options include a scenic flight over Okavango Delta in a helicopter (additional cost), as well as treatments at the opulent in-house spa using products from the Africology line.
- Main Destination:
- Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sanctuary Chief's Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Chobe National Park
Transfer to Chobe National Park
Today, you'll take a light aircraft flight of around 1 hour 20 mins from Stanley's Airstrip to Kasane Airport. From here, it's a shared road transfer to your next accommodation, Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero, located in the heart of the bush on the edge of Chobe National Park.
Sitting above the Chobe River, Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero offers unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and floodplains as far across as Namibia. After your journey, relax in your luxury suite, take a dip in the split-level swimming pool, or unwind with a pampering session in the only full-service spa on the Botswana safari circuit (complete with treetop treatment room).
Head out on an evening game drive or opt for a sundowner cruise on the Chobe River in one of the lodge's customised boats for your first taste of wildlife-watching in Chobe National Park. After sunset, return to the lodge for a gourmet dinner (we recommend the grilled impala with port wine and chocolate sauce on roast sweet potatoes).
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero
Wildlife in Chobe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Explore Chobe National Park
Explore Chobe National Park
Chobe National Park is known for its large herds of elephants and Cape buffalo, which converge along the Chobe Riverfront in the dry months. The lions, antelopes and hippos inhabit the woods and lagoons around Linyanti Marsh; and the floodable grasslands of the Savuti Marsh attract numerous bird species, plus migrating zebras.
Wildlife activities offered by Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero include morning and evening game drives, fishing excursions and photographic safari cruises. The upper deck offers a great vantage point of the Chobe River, whilst the lower deck includes a bar area and is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy breakfast or lunch.
For those travelling with children, there are options for kids activities. These include guided walking safaris within the grounds of the lodge to collect pods, leaves and seeds, tree identification lessons, a "safari hunt" with clues hidden away, kiddies croquet on the lawn, "make your own pizza" with the lodge's chef and shortened game drives.
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer to Victoria Falls
Transfer to Victoria Falls
Next, you'll take a private road transfer via Kasane to Victoria Falls Safari Club, a boutique hotel overlooking the Zambezi National Park in the Victoria Falls area of Zimbabwe.
Victoria Falls Safari Club's suites and rooms offer comfort and relaxation, with shared facilities such as a two-tiered swimming pool, featuring a 15-metre lap pool, a sundeck and gazebo, as well as a fitness room. Upon arrival, you'll have time to explore the town centre, craft markets and Victoria Falls Rainforest (there are free hourly shuttle buses). You can also unwind by the pool and later, enjoy complimentary sundowner cocktails and canapés served on the viewing deck.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Victoria Falls Safari Club
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Explore Victoria Falls
Explore Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is the largest curtain of falling water in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Known to locals as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke That Thunders), there are many ways to enjoy this area of awe-inspiring natural beauty.
Drift along the Zambezi River on a romantic sunset cruise with a gin and tonic in hand, looking out for elephants, hippos, crocodiles and colourful birdlife in the dusky evening colours. Take a game drive around Zambezi National Park to spot buffalo, giraffe, zebra, waterbuck and more. Or, take a Victoria Falls Rainforest guided tour to learn about the history of the Falls, as well as the local flora, fauna and other points of interest (lunar rainbow tours are available during full moon nights).
If you're feeling more adventurous, opt for white-water rafting along Grade 5 rapids, a scenic helicopter ride over the cascades, plus adrenaline activities such as the gorge swing, zip line and flying fox.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Victoria Falls Safari Club
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Depart from Victoria Falls
Depart from Victoria Falls
Sadly, your luxury tour of Botswana and Victoria Falls draws to a close as you take a private road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (Zimbabwe) in plenty of time for your onward flight. However, you'll be leaving with incredible memories of game viewing in some of Africa's richest wildlife spots, as well as witnessing the wondrous Victoria Falls.
If you'd like to adjust this itinerary, add time in other destinations, or create your own bespoke Botswana holiday. Get in touch with our friendly team of Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your dream trip.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
