Cuckoo Safaris

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$3,520 pp (USD)

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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 in Maun & Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve

Arrival in Maun & Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve

Upon arrival at Maun Airport, you will be met by your professional safari guide and depart by 4x4 safari vehicle to Moremi Game Reserve. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Okavango Delta ecosystem, with chances to spot elephants, giraffes, antelope, and birdlife along the way. Arrive at your mobile safari camp in the afternoon, where your team will prepare a freshly cooked dinner under the African sky.

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:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks & spirits/liquor (Beer and wine not included)

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve

Full-Day Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve

Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible wildlife of Moremi Game Reserve, one of Botswana’s most celebrated safari destinations. After an early breakfast, depart on a morning game drive through a diverse landscape of floodplains, lagoons, riverine forests, and open savannah.

Moremi is renowned for its high concentration of wildlife, and you will have excellent chances of spotting elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, wild dogs, giraffes, and a wide variety of birdlife. Your experienced guide will share insights into animal behavior, tracking techniques, and the unique ecology of the Okavango Delta.

Return to camp for lunch and a short rest before heading out again for an afternoon game drive, when animals become more active as temperatures cool. As the sun sets, enjoy the changing colors of the bush before returning to camp for dinner and relaxation around the campfire.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks & spirits/liquor (Beer and wine not included)

Day 3

Mokoro Excursion (Okavango Delta)

Mokoro Excursion (Okavango Delta)

After breakfast, enjoy a peaceful and immersive mokoro (traditional dug-out canoe) excursion through the pristine waterways of the Okavango Delta. This unique experience allows you to explore areas inaccessible by vehicle, offering a closer connection to nature and the surrounding wildlife.

As you glide silently through narrow channels lined with papyrus reeds and water lilies, keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species. Your local poler will guide you through the delta while sharing insights into the ecosystem and traditional way of life.

After the excursion, return to camp for lunch and some leisure time. The afternoon is spent relaxing or enjoying the tranquil surroundings before dinner is served under the African sky.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks & spirits/liquor (Beer and wine not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Savuti & Afternoon Game Drive

Transfer to Savuti & Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, depart from Moremi and travel north toward the Savuti region of Chobe National Park, one of Botswana’s most renowned wildlife areas. The journey itself is a game drive, offering opportunities to spot wildlife as you move through changing landscapes of open plains, woodlands, and dry riverbeds.

Savuti is famous for its high predator activity and dramatic wildlife interactions. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive. This area is well known for its large lion prides, hyenas, and impressive elephant herds, as well as a wide variety of plains game.

As the sun begins to set, return to camp to relax and enjoy dinner under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Savuti (Chobe NP, 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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Savuti (Chobe NP, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks & spirits/liquor (Beer and wine not included)

Day 5

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Chobe

Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Chobe

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Savuti, the best time to witness predators and other wildlife while they are most active. As the sun rises, enjoy excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, hyenas, and plains game moving through the open landscapes.

After the game drive, return to camp for breakfast before continuing your journey toward Chobe National Park. Travel through scenic wilderness areas as you make your way to the Chobe River, known for its high concentration of wildlife.

In the afternoon, enjoy a Chobe River Boat Cruise, one of the highlights of the safari. From the comfort of the boat, observe large herds of elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birdlife as they gather along the riverbanks. The cruise offers exceptional photographic opportunities, especially at sunset.

Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Chobe Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chobe National Park Game Drives

Chobe National Park Game Drives

Today is dedicated to exploring Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Africa and one of Botswana’s most rewarding wildlife destinations.

After breakfast, depart on a morning game drive, traveling through riverine forests and open savannahs in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, antelope, and a wide variety of bird species. Your experienced guide will share knowledge about animal behavior and the unique ecosystem of the Chobe region.

Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest before heading out again for an afternoon game drive, offering more opportunities for wildlife viewing as animals become active during the cooler hours of the day.

In the evening, return to the lodge to relax and enjoy dinner overlooking the Chobe River.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Chobe Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Victoria Falls | Guided Tour & Sunset Cruise

Transfer to Victoria Falls | Guided Tour & Sunset Cruise

After breakfast, depart for Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, crossing the border and continuing to one of Africa’s most iconic natural wonders.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of Victoria Falls, where you will explore the rainforest pathways and visit famous viewpoints including Main Falls and Horseshoe Falls. Your guide will share fascinating information about the geology, history, and local legends of the Falls while you enjoy spectacular scenery and photo opportunities.

In the afternoon, relax on a Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, a perfect way to end the day. Enjoy drinks and snacks as you cruise along the river, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and wildlife along the banks while watching the sun set over the water.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Day 8 – Departure

Day 8 – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at the lodge before your scheduled transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport.

Your driver will ensure a timely transfer for your onward flight, marking the end of an unforgettable safari experience through Botswana and Victoria Falls.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
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 Cuckoo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.