Cuckoo 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 & Transfer to Hwange National Park

Arrival & Transfer to Hwange National Park

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to Hwange National Park. Please ensure your flight details are shared in advance so that your pickup can be scheduled accordingly. The drive to Hwange Safari Lodge takes approximately 2 hours. This first day is reserved for rest and relaxation after your journey, allowing you to settle in and prepare for the exciting safari adventures that await.

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:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drive in Hwange National Park

Full-Day Game Drive in Hwange National Park

Your day begins with a hearty breakfast at the lodge before setting off on a thrilling full-day game drive in Hwange National Park. Your experienced guide will select the route based on recent wildlife movements to maximize your chances of incredible sightings. Explore Hwange’s rich and varied landscapes, home to vast elephant herds, predators, and abundant plains game and birdlife. Around midday, enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot before continuing your afternoon adventure. You’ll return to the lodge by late afternoon to relax and reflect on an unforgettable day in the wild.

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

Day 3

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Victoria Falls + Sunset Cruise

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Victoria Falls + Sunset Cruise

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Hwange National Park, enjoying the cool dawn air as wildlife becomes active. After the safari, you’ll travel by road to Victoria Falls (approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and take some time to relax.

At 15:30, your driver-guide will collect you for a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. As the sun dips below the horizon, marvel at the golden reflections on the water while spotting elephants, hippos, and various bird species along the riverbanks. Enjoy tasty finger snacks and unlimited local beverages, including beers, soft drinks, and refreshing cocktails, as you unwind in the tranquil beauty of the evening.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Victoria Falls Guided Tour & Night Game Drive with Bush Dinner

Victoria Falls Guided Tour & Night Game Drive with Bush Dinner

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up at 8:30 AM for a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Walk through the lush rainforest and enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty cascade during this 3-hour experience.
At 4:00 PM, transfer to Nakavango Private Game Reserve for an exciting afternoon and night game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle. Enjoy sundowner drinks as the sun sets, then continue under the spotlight in search of nocturnal wildlife. The evening ends with a delicious three-course bush BBQ dinner served under the stars, complemented by wine, beers, and soft drinks.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Transfer to Kasane & Afternoon Game Drive

Transfer to Kasane & Afternoon Game Drive

At 10:00 am, you’ll be picked up from your Victoria Falls hotel and transferred to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park. After clearing immigration at the Botswana border with your guide’s assistance, continue to Chobe Bush Lodge for check-in. Take a moment to relax and enjoy the lodge’s tranquil surroundings. In the afternoon, head out on an exciting 3-hour game drive in Chobe National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds, predators, and diverse birdlife along the Chobe Riverfront.

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:
Chobe Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chobe Morning Game Drive & Sunset Cruise

Chobe Morning Game Drive & Sunset Cruise

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, the best time to spot big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs when they are most active. Enjoy tea or coffee before or during the drive, followed by a hearty breakfast around 9:30 am. In the afternoon, at 3:00 pm, embark on a breathtaking sunset cruise along the Chobe River—one of the park’s most iconic experiences. Watch elephants, hippos, and crocodiles up close as the golden sun reflects over the water, creating unforgettable safari memories.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Chobe Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Morning Chobe Game Drive & Transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge

Morning Chobe Game Drive & Transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge

Your day begins with a 5:30 am game drive in Chobe National Park—one of the best times to spot predators such as lions and leopards while they’re still active. Enjoy tea or coffee during the safari and take in the incredible wildlife including elephants, buffalos, and antelopes. After returning to the lodge, have breakfast before departing for Elephant Sands Lodge, approximately 260 km (about 2.5 hours) from Kasane. Set in an unfenced wilderness where elephants roam freely, this lodge offers a truly unique experience. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive either in the lodge’s private concession or nearby reserve, depending on wildlife movements and conditions.

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

Day 8

Transfer to Planet Baobab & Optional Activities

Transfer to Planet Baobab & Optional Activities

After breakfast, depart from Elephant Sands for Planet Baobab, located approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes away. Upon arrival, check in and take some time to relax in this unique setting surrounded by iconic baobab trees. In the afternoon, you can join an optional guided bush walk (at an additional cost), offering an intimate way to explore the natural environment and learn about the region’s flora and fauna from a knowledgeable local guide.

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:
Planet Baobab
  • Mid-range bungalow located just outside Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Meerkats & Ntwetwe Salt Pans / Transfer to Maun

Meerkats & Ntwetwe Salt Pans / Transfer to Maun

Begin the day with an unforgettable visit to a colony of habituated meerkats, observing their playful behavior and desert survival skills. Continue across the vast Ntwetwe Salt Pan in a 4x4 safari vehicle, passing ancient baobab trees and open grasslands. Your guide will share insights into the Kalahari’s unique wildlife, including bat-eared foxes and ground squirrels. During the green season, you may even witness zebra and wildebeest migrations. After exploring, return to Planet Baobab for lunch before your transfer to Maun (around 1:00 pm). Check in at your lodge and relax after the day’s adventure.

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

Day 10

Pick-Up from Sedia Hotel & Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve

Pick-Up from Sedia Hotel & Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve

After breakfast, meet your safari guide at Sedia Hotel for a short briefing before departing on a scenic 3–4-hour drive to Moremi Game Reserve. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the park gate and continue with your first afternoon game drive through the lush floodplains and lagoons of Xakanaxa or Third Bridge. Spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, and possibly lions or leopards. Later, arrive at your fully serviced mobile camp, where a warm shower, dinner, and campfire await.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 11

Full Day Game Viewing in Moremi

Full Day Game Viewing in Moremi

Begin your day early with tea and rusks before heading out on a morning game drive through Moremi’s diverse habitats. Watch the sunrise over the floodplains as elephants, lions, and antelopes move through the misty landscape. Return to camp mid-morning for a hearty brunch and some time to relax or nap. In the afternoon, around 3:30 pm, set off again to explore lagoons and open plains where wildlife gathers before sunset. As the day ends, enjoy a campfire dinner under the stars, sharing stories of the day’s sightings.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 12

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Khwai Concession

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Khwai Concession

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Moremi, exploring its scenic floodplains alive with birdlife and grazing herds. After breakfast, depart mid-morning for the Khwai Concession, a picturesque 2–3-hour journey with wildlife sightings along the way. Upon arrival, settle into your mobile camp and enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Khwai River floodplains, renowned for elephants, hippos, and packs of wild dogs. As night falls, unwind by the campfire and share stories under a canopy of stars.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Best Time To Visit May 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 Khwai Concession

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 13

Full Day Safari in Khwai

Full Day Safari in Khwai

Start your adventure with a sunrise game drive through Khwai’s pristine wilderness, where lions, leopards, and wild dogs roam freely among large herds of plains game. After an exciting morning, return to camp for a hearty brunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, head out again to explore the area’s diverse habitats — open plains, riverine forests, and winding channels alive with elephants and hippos. As the sun dips below the horizon, return to camp for a delicious dinner beneath a sky full of stars.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 14

Morning Safari & Return to Maun (Rest Night at Sedia Hotel)

Morning Safari & Return to Maun (Rest Night at Sedia Hotel)

Enjoy one last early-morning game drive in Khwai, soaking in the beauty of the delta as wildlife stirs at sunrise. After brunch, depart for Maun a scenic 4-hour drive through the wilderness. Upon arrival, check in at Sedia Hotel and unwind with a refreshing swim or relax by the pool. For those seeking one final adventure, an optional scenic flight over the Okavango Delta can be arranged in the afternoon.

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

Day 15

Departure

Departure

After breakfast at Sedia Hotel, enjoy a relaxed morning before your transfer to Maun Airport for your onward flight. As your safari adventure comes to an end, take with you unforgettable memories of the African wilderness — the majestic wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality that define this journey.

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)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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