DK Tours and Safaris

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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 and transfer to Hwange National Park - afternoon game drive

Arrival and transfer to Hwange National Park - afternoon game drive

On arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer you to Hwange National Park, where you will be staying at Robins Camp. Hwange is Zimbabwe’s largest and most diverse wildlife sanctuary, renowned for its remarkable concentration of wildlife.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a game drive in an open safari vehicle, accompanied by one of the camp’s experienced and knowledgeable guides. This excursion offers an excellent opportunity to explore the park’s rich and varied habitats, home to an impressive array of animals, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and many others.

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:
Robins Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Hwange NP (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Safari in Hwange National Park

Safari in Hwange National Park

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive through Hwange National Park with an experienced guide. Explore the park’s hidden gems, including waterholes, salt pans, and natural springs—prime spots for observing wildlife in their natural habitats. Keep an eye out for some of Hwange’s endangered residents, such as African wild dogs and sable antelopes.

Alternatively, you may opt for two shorter game drives—one in the morning and another in the afternoon—separated by a leisurely lunch and siesta back at camp.

Main Destination:
Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Robins Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Hwange NP (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Transfer to Victoria Falls, guided Falls Tour, and Sunset Boat Cruise

Transfer to Victoria Falls, guided Falls Tour, and Sunset Boat Cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Elephant Hills Resort in Victoria Falls. This is a two-hour drive on a partly gravel and partly asphalt road, and there are great chances of seeing wildlife along the way. Enjoy a guided tour of the falls and a thrilling helicopter flight (optional). In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The boat departs at 4:00 p.m. and returns at 7:00 p.m. Return transfers, drinks and snacks are all included.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Elephant Hills Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Free for optional tours, Boma dinner and the drumming show

Free for optional tours, Boma dinner and the drumming show

This day will be at your leisure, allowing you to explore Victoria Falls and enjoy a range of optional activities.
Popular options include:
• Bungee jumping
• Game viewing in the Zambezi National Park
• Elephant, lion, or cheetah interactions
• Swimming in the Devil’s Pool
• And many more exciting adventures!
In the evening, you will enjoy dinner at The Boma Restaurant, where you’ll experience traditional African cuisine accompanied by vibrant live entertainment.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Elephant Hills Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chobe National Park safari - Boat Cruise and Game drive

Chobe National Park safari - Boat Cruise and Game drive

You will be picked up from your hotel at 7:30 AM for a full-day safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana. The day begins with a three-hour boat cruise on the Chobe River, where you can enjoy game viewing from the water. Following the cruise, you will have a buffet lunch at the Travelodge Hotel (or a similar establishment).

After lunch, you will embark on a three-hour afternoon game drive in custom-made 4x4 safari vehicles, exploring the upper Chobe, an area not accessible by boat. During this drive, you may have the opportunity to spot lions, hyenas, leopards, and other elusive predators. The safari ends at around 5:00 PM, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel near Chobe National Park.

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
Show more
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 6

Early morning game drive, Lunch and afternoon Chobe River boat cruise

Early morning game drive, Lunch and afternoon Chobe River boat cruise

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, departing at 06:00. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the bush as you explore the park during one of the most active wildlife periods of the day. These early drives offer excellent chances to spot big cats and other predators before they retreat from the rising heat. Return to the lodge around 09:30 for a hearty breakfast and some time to relax before lunch.

In the afternoon, at approximately 15:00, you will be picked up for a scenic Chobe River boat cruise. Watch as elephants, buffalo, and other wildlife gather along the riverbanks for their final drink of the day. The cruise concludes with a breathtaking African sunset over the Chobe River—an unforgettable highlight of your safari experience.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
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 7

Transfer to Maun (Okavango Delta) via Elephant Sands

Transfer to Maun (Okavango Delta) via Elephant Sands

You will be picked up at 07:30 for your transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge in Nata, located approximately 250 km from Chobe National Park, en route to the Okavango Delta.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy the unique experience of staying within the Elephant Sands Game Reserve, where elephants and other wildlife roam freely around the lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a 3-hour game drive through the reserve, offering excellent opportunities to observe elephants and other wildlife in their natural environment.

Later, relax at the lodge’s natural waterhole, just a few meters from the main building, where you can continue to enjoy close-up wildlife viewing as animals come to drink.

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)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Transfer to Makgadikgadi National Park, and overnight at the Ntwetwe Pan

Transfer to Makgadikgadi National Park, and overnight at the Ntwetwe Pan

After breakfast, you will depart for Makgadikgadi National Park, one of Botswana’s most fascinating and otherworldly destinations. Your journey takes you to the Ntwetwe Pan, the largest of the three major pans in the Makgadikgadi region—the others being Nxai Pan and Sua Pan. During the rainy season, the pan transforms into a shimmering seasonal lake teeming with birdlife, while in the dry months, it becomes a vast, glistening salt flat that stretches endlessly to the horizon.

This evening, you will experience the magic of sleeping under the stars—a once-in-a-lifetime adventure where the star-studded African sky becomes your roof. You will also encounter the charming meerkats that inhabit the area and meet the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert, gaining insight into their traditional way of life.

Main Destination:
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park (Botswana)
Best Time To Visit All year (Areas are best at different times)
High Season July to October (Higher rates may apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Dry and less hot)

Wildlife in Makgadikgadi Pans NP

GiraffeCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
ElephantOccasional
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Show more
HippoRare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to the Okavango Delta via Maun (200km)- Optional Helicopter flight

Transfer to the Okavango Delta via Maun (200km)- Optional Helicopter flight

After breakfast, you will be transferred from Makgadikgadi Pan Camp to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta, passing through Botswana’s scenic savannah with chances to spot wildlife along the way.

In the afternoon, you can take an optional forty-five-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta. From above, the delta’s channels, lagoons, and islands create a stunning mosaic, home to elephants, hippos, and countless bird species. This aerial view offers a unique perspective of the delta’s intricate waterways and rich wildlife, providing unforgettable photo opportunities and a true sense of the scale and beauty of this remarkable wetland.

After the flight, you will proceed to the camp, which is right at the southern tip of the delta, to relax and prepare for your next adventure in the delta.

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:
Semowi Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Safari in the Okavango Delta

Safari in the Okavango Delta

After breakfast, you will embark on a full-day safari to explore the breathtaking Okavango Delta. You will experience the delta by mokoro (traditional dug-out canoe) and on a guided wilderness walk across the nearby islands.
As you glide through the lily-filled lagoons and winding channels, you may encounter an incredible diversity of wildlife, including
elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species. You might even witness hippos jostling for bathing space or crocodiles lurking as antelopes come down for a drink.

Your adventure-filled day ends around 16:00, after which you will return to the camp to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Main Destination:
Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Semowi Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Safari in Moremi Game Reserve

Safari in Moremi Game Reserve

You will be picked up at 06:00 for a full-day safari in Moremi Game Reserve.
Located in the eastern part of the Okavango Delta in northern Botswana, Moremi Game Reserve is one of Africa’s most spectacular and diverse wildlife sanctuaries. Covering approximately 5,000 square kilometres, it features a stunning mix of permanent waterways, floodplains, lagoons, and dry savannah woodlands, creating a unique habitat mosaic that supports a rich variety of wildlife.

Moremi is renowned for its extraordinary concentration of animals, particularly during the dry season (May to October) when water becomes scarce elsewhere. This reserve offers excellent opportunities to spot Big Cats such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and the highly sought-after African wild dogs, making it one of the best locations to see these rare predators in the wild.
Picnic breakfast, lunch, and refreshments are included. You will return to your camp at around 18:00.

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
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Semowi Nature Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp1-2hr drive from Moremi GR (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 12

Transfer to Maun International Airport

Transfer to Maun International Airport

Sadly, the last day of your safari has arrived — a time to exchange contacts, share memories, and take a few final selfies! Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time for last-minute shopping or relaxation in Maun before checking in.
Your airport transfer will be arranged according to your flight departure time. Please ensure that you arrive at the airport at least two hours before your scheduled flight for check-in formalities.

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 DK Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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