Cuckoo Safaris

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$3,080 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 Victoria Falls & Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River

Arrival in Victoria Falls & Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River

Welcome to Victoria Falls! Upon your arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to Pioneers Lodge, your accommodation for the next two nights. Please provide your flight details in advance so that your airport transfer can be arranged according to your arrival time.

In the evening, you will be collected for a memorable Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River. As the sun sets over the mighty river, enjoy a delicious freshly prepared dinner while cruising through one of Africa's most beautiful waterways. Watch for hippos, crocodiles, elephants along the riverbanks, and an abundance of birdlife as you relax under the African sky.

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

Day 2

Guided Tour of Victoria Falls, Night Game Drive & Bush Dinner

Guided Tour of Victoria Falls, Night Game Drive & Bush Dinner

After breakfast, your guide will take you on a guided tour of the magnificent Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Learn about the history, geology and local traditions surrounding this spectacular waterfall while enjoying breathtaking viewpoints and the refreshing spray from "The Smoke That Thunders." The afternoon is yours to relax at the lodge or explore Victoria Falls town at your own pace.

In the evening, depart for an exciting night game drive in a private wildlife reserve. Experience the African bush after dark as your expert guide searches for nocturnal animals such as hyenas, civets, bush babies and possibly lions or leopards. Your safari concludes with an unforgettable bush dinner served beneath the African stars around a campfire.

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 3

Chobe National Park Safari & Mobile Camping

Chobe National Park Safari & Mobile Camping

An early 7:00 am pickup begins your journey to Chobe National Park in Botswana, renowned for having one of the largest elephant populations in Africa. Your safari starts with a relaxing boat cruise on the Chobe River, offering exceptional opportunities to view elephants swimming, hippos, crocodiles and countless bird species from the water.

After lunch, continue with an exciting 4x4 game drive through the national park in search of lions, buffalo, giraffes, antelope and many other animals. Later in the afternoon, you will be transferred to your comfortable mobile safari camp, where your safari crew will welcome you. Enjoy dinner around the campfire before spending your first night under Africa's spectacular star-filled sky.

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:
Budget camping
  • Inside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Full-Day Chobe Safari

Full-Day Chobe Safari

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness before setting off on an early morning game drive when predators are most active and wildlife is at its best. Return to camp for breakfast and some relaxation before heading out again in the afternoon for another game drive, exploring different areas of Chobe National Park. Every drive offers unique wildlife encounters, from large elephant herds to lions, wild dogs, leopards and countless plains game. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and another peaceful night in the wilderness.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chobe to Savuti

Chobe to Savuti

After breakfast, your safari continues deeper into Botswana as you travel to the legendary Savuti region, famous for its dramatic landscapes and exceptional predator sightings. Enjoy a game drive en route while your guide interprets the changing ecosystems and points out wildlife along the way. After settling into your mobile camp in Savuti, head out for an afternoon game drive exploring this remarkable wilderness, well known for its resident lion prides, elephants, hyenas and seasonal wildlife movements. Return to camp for dinner and an evening around the campfire.

Main Destination:
Savuti (Chobe NP, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Savuti (Chobe NP, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full-Day Safari in Savuti

Full-Day Safari in Savuti

Today is dedicated to discovering the incredible wildlife of Savuti. Begin with an early morning game drive as the bush comes alive with activity. Your experienced guide will track wildlife through one of Botswana's richest safari destinations, famous for its predator-prey interactions. After lunch and a short rest at camp, head back into the wilderness for another afternoon game drive, providing further opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs and an incredible variety of birds. Enjoy your final evening in the African bush with dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:
Savuti (Chobe NP, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Savuti (Chobe NP, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Morning Game Drive & Return to Victoria Falls

Morning Game Drive & Return to Victoria Falls

Enjoy one final early morning game drive, making the most of your last opportunity to experience Botswana's extraordinary wildlife before breakfast. Afterward, begin your journey back through Chobe and the Botswana-Zimbabwe border to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Pioneers Lodge, where your safari concludes or continues according to your onward travel arrangements. This unforgettable adventure combines the natural wonder of Victoria Falls with the exceptional wildlife experiences of Chobe National Park and the remote wilderness of Savuti, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Main Destination:
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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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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