Zambezi Quest Travel and Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, Transfer to Hwange Safari Lodge

Arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, Transfer to Hwange Safari Lodge

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, our staff will warmly welcome you and transfer you to Hwange National Park in comfortable, air-conditioned 4×4 vehicles. The approximately 170 km journey takes you through scenic landscapes, the national park, and local villages, offering opportunities to observe wildlife and interact with local communities along the way. Upon arrival at Hwange Safari Lodge, you will be promptly checked in and ready to begin your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
Best Time To Visit July to October (Middle and end of the Dry season)
High Season June to October (Hwange’s main area can become busy)
Best Weather April to September (It hardly ever rains)

Wildlife in Hwange NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
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HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
CheetahOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Hwange Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2-3

Hwange National Park Full-Day Game Drive

Hwange National Park Full-Day Game Drive

This thrilling adventure takes guests through Zimbabwe’s largest national park, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery. At 8:00 am, you are picked up from your hotel and transferred to Hwange National Park, a vast wilderness spanning approximately 14,600 km² (5,640 sq mi). A full-day game drive immerses travelers in diverse ecosystems teeming with wildlife, including the famed Big Five. Midway through the day, you enjoy a scenic picnic lunch amidst the park’s stunning landscapes. The game drive concludes at 4:00 pm, after which you are transferred back to your hotel, completing an unforgettable day in one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich wildernesses.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Hwange Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Victoria Falls, Sunset Cruise, Boma Dinner & Drum Show

Transfer to Victoria Falls, Sunset Cruise, Boma Dinner & Drum Show

At 10:00 am, you transfer to Victoria Falls and check in at the Rainbow Hotel, then at 4:00 pm embark on a two-hour Zambezi River sunset cruise, where golden light dances on the water, wildlife drifts along the banks, and the serene beauty of Africa surrounds you. After returning to the hotel, at 7:00 pm, you experience the vibrant Boma Dinner & Drum Show, savoring traditional African cuisine while rhythmic drums, lively performances, and interactive entertainment immerse you in the rich culture and spirited energy of Southern Africa, before returning to the hotel to end a memorable day at 09:30 pm.

Main Destination:
Zambezi River (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Tour of Victoria Falls

Tour of Victoria Falls

At 10:00 am, you are picked up for a two-hour guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls, where the sheer grandeur, the roar of crashing water, and the cool mist create an unforgettable sensory experience. To cap the day, take to the skies on the Helicopter Flight of Angels for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the falls, witnessing the mighty Victoria Falls as a vast sheet of water thundering into the gorge—a truly unique perspective that highlights the power and majesty of this natural wonder.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6-7

Chobe National Park Full-Day Game Drive and Boat Cruise

Chobe National Park Full-Day Game Drive and Boat Cruise

You explore Chobe National Park in northern Botswana, famed for its incredible wildlife and rich biodiversity. You'll witness elephants, lions, and countless other species in their natural habitat. After sunset, you transfer to Trave Lodge for an overnight stay. Over the next two days, you will enjoy thrilling game drives and a scenic boat cruise along the Chobe River, immersing yourself in the heart of Africa’s wildlife wonderland.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Best Time To Visit April to October (Best at the riverfront area)
High Season July to October (The park gets crowded)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Chobe NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Travelodge Kasane
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Transfer from Kasane to Elephant Sands

Transfer from Kasane to Elephant Sands

After breakfast, you check out of Travelodge and depart for Elephant Sands, a 250 km journey from Chobe (Kasane) that takes about 3.5 to 4 hours. Arrival is around lunchtime. After lunch, you set out on an exciting afternoon game drive, returning at sunset. The evening offers a truly unforgettable experience — relaxing by the open fire while watching elephants gather and drink at the nearby waterhole, creating a magical close-up encounter with these gentle giants before retiring to their lodges for the night.

Main Destination:
Elephant Sands (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Elephant Sands Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located at Elephant Sands (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 9

Transfer from Elephant Sands to Matobo Hills Lodge

Transfer from Elephant Sands to Matobo Hills Lodge

After breakfast, you enjoy a scenic road transfer from Elephant Sands to Matobo Hills Lodge via the Plumtree Border Post. You'll travel through Botswana's open savannah before crossing into Zimbabwe, passing rural villages, farmland, and striking granite landscapes. Upon arrival in the Matobo Hills, you settle into your lodge surrounded by ancient balancing rocks, unique scenery and abundant wildlife, ready for the next stage of your safari.

Main Destination:
Matobo National Park (Zimbabwe)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Middle to end of the Dry season)
High Season July to September (Matobo doesn't get too busy)
Best Weather April to September (Rains are a rarity)

Wildlife in Matobo NP

GiraffeOccasional
White RhinoOccasional
ZebraOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Matobo Hills Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Matobo Full-Day Experience

Matobo Full-Day Experience

You will experience the magic of Matobo Hills on a full-day guided safari through one of Zimbabwe's most remarkable landscapes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You begin with an exciting rhino tracking adventure on foot, accompanied by experienced guides as you search for endangered black and white rhinos in their natural habitat. You explore ancient San rock art, where paintings created thousands of years ago reveal the history and beliefs of Southern Africa's earliest inhabitants. Discover the area's spectacular balancing granite rock formations, shaped over millions of years into breathtaking scenery unlike anywhere else in Africa. You visit the famous grave of Cecil John Rhodes at World's View, perched high on a granite hill with panoramic views across the Matobo Hills. Throughout the day, you'll learn about the region's rich cultural heritage, fascinating geology, birdlife and wildlife, making this an unforgettable combination of history, nature, adventure and stunning scenery.

Main Destination:
Matobo Hills (Area, Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Matobo Hills Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Transfer from Matobo to Makgadikgadi

Transfer from Matobo to Makgadikgadi

You'll enjoy a scenic road transfer from Matobo Hills Lodge to Gweta Lodge in Botswana's Makgadikgadi region via the Plumtree Border Post. Journey through picturesque countryside, rural villages, and open savannah before crossing into Botswana. As you travel east, the landscape gradually transforms into the vast Kalahari plains, home to diverse wildlife and traditional settlements. You arrive at Gweta Lodge, the perfect gateway to the spectacular Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, where you can relax and prepare for the next stage of your unforgettable safari adventure. On arrival, you have the choice of doing the afternoon meerkats and salt pans experience or going early in the morning the following day.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Best Time To Visit July to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season July to October (Higher rates apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Moremi GR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Gweta Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Transfer to Maun

Transfer to Maun

You enjoy a comfortable road transfer from Gweta Lodge to Sedia Hotel in Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. You will travel through Botswana's scenic countryside, passing acacia woodlands, traditional villages, and vast open plains where wildlife such as zebra, ostriches, and antelope may occasionally be spotted. The journey offers a glimpse into rural Botswana before arriving in Maun, a vibrant safari town. You check in at Sedia Hotel and relax as you prepare for your unforgettable Okavango Delta adventure.

Main Destination:
Maun (City, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel in Maun (City, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Full-Day Delta Exploration (Mokororo & walking Safari)

Full-Day Delta Exploration (Mokororo & walking Safari)

You experience the breathtaking Okavango Delta on a full-day guided adventure through one of Africa's greatest natural wonders. You'll glide silently along crystal-clear channels in a traditional mokoro canoe, expertly poled by local guides, offering close encounters with birds, aquatic life and the Delta's tranquil beauty. You continue with a guided walking safari on one of the Delta's islands, where experienced guides interpret animal tracks, identify plants and provide opportunities to encounter wildlife on foot. You'll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch served in the heart of the Delta, surrounded by pristine wilderness, before continuing your exploration of this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. You return to Maun in the late afternoon with unforgettable memories of Botswana's unique inland oasis.

Main Destination:
Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Best Time To Visit July to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season July to October (Higher rates apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Okavango Delta

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Transfer to Maun International Airport

Transfer to Maun International Airport

On the 14th day, you take time to relax and reflect on the unforgettable experiences of the past 13 days — the breathtaking landscapes, thrilling safaris, and rich cultural encounters. This day also offers the flexibility to enjoy optional activities of personal interest or simply unwind at leisure. Depending on individual flight schedules, you are then transferred to the airport for your onward journey or final departure, marking the end of a remarkable safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Maun Airport (Maun, Botswana)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Zambezi Quest Travel and Tours, not SafariBookings.
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