10 Day Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari

Welcome to Maun, the safari capital of Botswana! Upon arrival at Maun airport, you’ll be greeted by your experienced Botswana guide and transferred to your lodge on the banks of the Thamalakane River (Thamalakane River Lodge or similar). Settle in and enjoy a free afternoon to relax or perhaps book an optional sunset cruise on the Thamalakane River. This is your first taste of the incredible adventures to come in the heart of Africa.

Following a delightful breakfast, journey to the captivating Mogotlho Safari Lodge, nestled along the scenic Khwai River. Immerse yourself in the heart of the Moremi area with thrilling guided game drives and a serene, full-day Mokoro excursion, offering unparalleled wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities. Experience the magic of the Okavango Delta, a must-do for any safari enthusiast.

This morning, take a memorable light aircraft flight to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park. Embark on a fantastic Chobe River cruise for unparalleled game viewing from the water, followed by a delightful lunch on board. Chobe is famed for its massive elephant population and large herds of buffalo, offering an up-close and inspiring safari experience with some of the highest game densities in Africa. Transfer to your Chobe lodge (Hideaways Camp Kuzuma or similar) for the night.

The next day starts with an early game drive through the Chobe bush, maximizing your chances of spotting the abundant wildlife in the cooler morning hours. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure – relax by the poolside or opt for an additional game drive or night drive. We also visit the beautiful and remote Savuti region as part of this Chobe safari package.

Today, we travel to Zimbabwe and your lodge in Hwange National Park. Hwange is Zimbabwe’s largest national park, spanning over 14,000 square kilometers and boasting over 400 bird species and more than a hundred mammals. Upon arrival, you have the option to join a half-day game drive to begin your exploration of this incredible park (at an additional cost).

The following day features a full-day game drive across a large part of Hwange, including a unique lunch at a hide overlooking a waterhole, offering fantastic opportunities to see large numbers of elephants, giraffe, various antelope species, and a high density of lions. You might even complete your Big Five sightings here. The optimal time to visit Hwange for wildlife viewing is during the dry season from July to October, when animals congregate around waterholes. Hwange National Park is approximately 1-2 hours from Victoria Falls.

Leaving Hwange, we drive to the iconic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. En route, experience an insightful and theatrical story as you cross the historical Victoria Falls bridge.

The next day, enjoy a mesmerizing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, followed by a delicious three-course potjie dinner.

After a final breakfast, your Botswana and Zimbabwe safari concludes with a transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight. We hope you leave with incredible memories of your African safari adventure!