14-Day Victoria Falls, Chobe & Hwange Safari Circuit

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

Arrival in Livingstone

Arrival in Livingstone marks the beginning of your Victoria Falls, Chobe & Hwange Safari Circuit. Upon arrival at Livingstone Airport, you will be met and transferred to your lodge, where you can settle in and relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, the rest of the day is at leisure to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Livingstone is the Zambian gateway to the iconic Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. During your stay, you will have the opportunity to explore the Falls from various viewpoints and experience its impressive power and beauty up close. Optional activities such as a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River or a scenic helicopter flight can also be arranged for a more immersive experience.

This first stop offers the perfect balance of relaxation and light adventure, providing an excellent introduction to your safari journey. It sets the tone for the days ahead as you continue through Chobe and Hwange.

Main Destination:

Livingstone (City, Zambia)

Accommodation:

Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge

• Mid-range lodge in Livingstone (City, Zambia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Activities in Livingstone

Livingstone offers a selection of memorable activities, with the highlight being a guided tour of Victoria Falls, where guests can explore the various viewpoints and experience the full power and beauty of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. This is an essential experience that provides incredible photo opportunities and a deeper appreciation of the Falls.

Another highly recommended activity is a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, offering a relaxing way to end the day while enjoying beautiful scenery and wildlife sightings along the riverbanks, including hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. The cruise provides a peaceful and scenic experience, often accompanied by refreshments as the sun sets over the river.

Main Destination:

Livingstone (City, Zambia)

Accommodation:

Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge

• Mid-range lodge in Livingstone (City, Zambia)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Transfer from Livingstone to Kasane

You will be transferred by road from Livingstone to Chobe National Park, crossing the border into Botswana. The journey is scenic and offers a smooth transition between two iconic safari destinations in Southern Africa.
Upon arrival in Chobe, you will be met and transferred to your lodge located near the river or park entrance. Chobe is renowned for its rich wildlife, particularly large elephant herds and abundant game along the Chobe River.
This transfer provides a seamless connection from the Victoria Falls region into one of Botswana’s premier safari areas, marking the continuation of your safari circuit.

Main Destination:

Kasane (Town, Botswana)

Accommodation:

Pelican Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Makgadikgadi Experience

The Makgadikgadi Experience offers a unique safari in Botswana’s vast salt pans, one of the largest and most dramatic landscapes in the world. This area provides a striking contrast to traditional bush safaris, with endless open spaces and a true sense of wilderness.
Activities include guided game drives in the surrounding area, with opportunities to see species such as meerkats, zebras, springbok, and oryx depending on the season. Guests may also enjoy close encounters with habituated meerkats, offering a rare and memorable wildlife experience.
Cultural visits with the San (Bushmen) provide insight into traditional tracking skills and ancient ways of life, adding depth to the experience. Depending on the season, the pans may also host zebra migrations or transform into a bird-rich wetland attracting flamingos and other migratory species.

Main Destination:

Kasane (Town, Botswana)

Accommodation:

Pelican Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Transfer Kasane - Chobe National Park

Transfer from Kasane to Chobe National Park is a short and seamless journey, as Kasane serves as the main gateway to the park. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your lodge located either along the Chobe River or within close proximity to the park entrance.

Chobe National Park is renowned for its exceptional wildlife density, particularly its large elephant herds and abundant game found along the Chobe Riverfront. The area offers excellent safari opportunities, including game drives and boat cruises that provide diverse and rewarding wildlife viewing experiences.

This transfer ensures a smooth continuation of your journey into one of Botswana’s premier safari destinations, allowing you to begin your Chobe experience with ease and comfort.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Thebe River Safaris Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park, located in northern Botswana, is one of Africa’s most famous safari destinations, best known for its large elephant population and rich wildlife diversity. The park is centred around the Chobe River, which attracts animals year-round and provides excellent game-viewing opportunities.

Visitors can enjoy both game drives and boat cruises, offering two unique perspectives of wildlife. Game drives allow sightings of elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and various antelope species, while river cruises provide close encounters with elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Thebe River Safaris Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

A full day Chobe experience

A full day Chobe experience offers an immersive safari in one of Botswana’s most wildlife-rich destinations. The day begins with an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, when animals are most active. This provides excellent opportunities to see elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelope, and predators such as lions and leopards in their natural environment.

After a break for lunch and relaxation, the experience continues with a Chobe River boat cruise. This offers a different perspective of the park, with close-up sightings of elephants at the riverbanks, as well as hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. The river setting is especially scenic in the afternoon, with beautiful light for photography and wildlife viewing.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Thebe River Safaris Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

A stopover in Victoria Falls for lunch

A stopover in Victoria Falls for lunch offers a relaxing break in one of Southern Africa’s most iconic destinations. Depending on your schedule, you will have time to enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the local restaurants or lodge settings, surrounded by the natural beauty and vibrant atmosphere of the Victoria Falls area.
This stop provides a perfect opportunity to unwind, refresh, and take in the scenery before continuing your journey. It also allows guests to experience a taste of the town’s hospitality and relaxed safari lifestyle, with a variety of dining options available ranging from casual cafés to riverside restaurants.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Robins Camp

• Mid-range lodge located inside Hwange NP (Zimbabwe)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Robins Camp (Northern Hwange)

Robins Camp, located in the Northern sector of Hwange National Park, is a historic and characterful safari camp offering an authentic wilderness experience in one of Zimbabwe’s most diverse wildlife regions. Set within a private concession area, the camp provides excellent access to both game-rich plains and wooded landscapes, making it ideal for immersive safari activities.
The area is known for its strong predator presence, including lions, leopards, and African wild dogs, as well as large herds of elephants and buffalo. Game drives from Robins Camp explore remote and less-crowded sections of the park, offering a more exclusive and intimate safari experience compared to busier regions.
The camp itself combines comfort with a traditional safari atmosphere, featuring classic-style accommodation and a welcoming bush setting. Guests can enjoy guided game drives and nature experiences led by experienced guides who provide deep insight into the wildlife and ecosystems of Hwange.

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

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

CheetahOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

White RhinoVery Rare

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

Accommodation:

Robins Camp

• Mid-range lodge located inside Hwange NP (Zimbabwe)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Northern Hwange Explorer

The Northern Hwange Explorer offers an authentic safari experience in the remote northern sector of Hwange National Park, one of Zimbabwe’s most wildlife-rich regions. Known for its untouched wilderness and low visitor numbers, it provides a more exclusive and immersive safari atmosphere.
The area features diverse landscapes, including woodlands and open plains, supporting abundant wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. It is also well known for frequent predator sightings, including lions, leopards, and African wild dogs.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Robins Camp

• Mid-range lodge located inside Hwange NP (Zimbabwe)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Transfer from Northern Hwange to Central Hwange

The transfer from Northern Hwange to Central Hwange takes you deeper into Hwange National Park, offering a scenic journey through one of Zimbabwe’s most diverse wildlife regions. As you travel between the two areas, you may encounter wildlife along the way, with changing landscapes ranging from teak forests to open plains and mopane woodland.

Upon arrival in Central Hwange, you will be transferred to your lodge or camp, ideally located near productive waterholes that attract large concentrations of game. This region is well known for its reliable wildlife sightings and classic safari atmosphere, providing a perfect contrast to the more remote northern sector.

Main Destination:

Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Hwange Safari Lodge

Hwange Safari Lodge is a comfortable lodge located on the edge of Hwange National Park, offering easy access to one of Zimbabwe’s top safari destinations. It provides a relaxed base for exploring the park while enjoying essential amenities such as a swimming pool, restaurant, and viewing areas overlooking nearby waterholes.

Guests can enjoy daily game drives into Hwange National Park, where sightings of elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and various antelope species are common, especially around water sources.

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)
• Drinks not included

Victoria Falls

The transfer from Hwange to Victoria Falls marks the final leg of your safari journey, taking you from Zimbabwe’s premier wildlife destination to one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders. The journey is conducted by road and offers a scenic drive through rural landscapes and wildlife areas, with possible sightings along the way.
Upon arrival in Victoria Falls, you will be transferred to your lodge, where you can relax and unwind after your safari experience. The town offers a vibrant atmosphere with easy access to the Falls and a range of activities, dining, and cultural experiences.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Cresta Sprayview Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Departure

On the day of departure, you will be transferred from your lodge to Victoria Falls Airport or Livingstone Airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements. After breakfast and check-out, you will be met by your driver for a scheduled transfer, ensuring a smooth and timely connection for your flight.

This marks the end of your Victoria Falls, Chobe & Hwange Safari Circuit. We hope you leave with unforgettable memories of your journey, from the majestic Victoria Falls to the rich wildlife experiences in Chobe and Hwange. Safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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