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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

Arrive in Maun & Transfer to the Okavango Delta

Arrive in Maun & Transfer to the Okavango Delta

Arriving into Botswana at Maun Airport, you'll take a quick flight to the Khwai area, in the Okavango Delta region. You'll be staying at Machaba Camp in the with views of Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai River.

Machaba Camp is a stylish, classic safari camp in Botswana’s Khwai Concession, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve. Set along the Khwai River, it offers elegant tented accommodation, excellent wildlife viewing, and activities such as game drives, mokoro trips, and walking safaris — perfect for families and safari lovers alike.

Enjoy your first evening game drive out into the reserve with sundowners and canapés set against an iconic African sunset. Then return to camp for a delicious al fresco dinner under the stars admiring the stunning views.

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
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Machaba Camp
  • Luxury tented camp inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Explore Khwai & Okavango Delta

Explore Khwai & Okavango Delta

Game drives in the Khwai Concession offer exceptional wildlife encounters, with a rich diversity of animals including elephants, lions, leopards, and wild dogs, all set against stunning floodplains, woodlands, and river channels, just outside the Moremi Game Reserve.

If the water levels allow, then venture out into the Delta on a mokoro safari in a local dugout canoe. This unique activity offers a different perspective of the bush, poling through the byways created by floodwaters via the traditional method of transport still used by the BaYei people. Navigate the labyrinth of lily-filled lagoons and streams, where hippos fight for bathing rights and crocodiles wait for antelopes to linger too long over a drink.

Other activity options include a scenic flight over Okavango Delta in a helicopter (additional cost), as well as treatments at the opulent in-house spa using products from the Africology line.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Machaba Camp
  • Luxury tented camp inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Transfer to Chobe National Park

Transfer to Chobe National Park

Ngoma Safari Lodge is an exclusive, luxurious lodge set on the edge of Botswana’s Chobe Forest Reserve, overlooking the Chobe River floodplain. The lodge offers spacious suites with private plunge pools, breathtaking views, and exceptional service. Guests enjoy a range of activities, including game drives in Chobe National Park, boat cruises, and cultural visits, all in a serene, intimate setting perfect for an unforgettable safari experience.

Head out on an evening game drive or opt for a sundowner cruise on the Chobe River for your first taste of wildlife-watching in Chobe National Park. After sunset, return to the lodge for a gourmet dinner under the stars with wonderful views of your surroundings.

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:
Ngoma Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Explore Chobe National Park

Explore Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park is known for its large herds of elephants and Cape buffalo, which converge along the Chobe Riverfront in the dry months. The lions, antelopes and hippos inhabit the woods and lagoons around Linyanti Marsh; and the floodable grasslands of the Savuti Marsh attract numerous bird species, plus migrating zebras.

Wildlife activities offered at Ngoma Safari Lodge include game drives in Chobe National Park, where guests can encounter elephants, lions, buffalo, and more; boat cruises along the Chobe River offering close-up views of wildlife and birdlife; guided walks in the private concession; and cultural visits to local villages, creating a rich and varied safari experience.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accommodation:
Ngoma Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Transfer to Victoria Falls

Transfer to Victoria Falls

Next, you'll take a private road transfer via Kasane to The Palm River Hotel which is a luxurious riverside retreat located on the banks of the Zambezi River, just minutes from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Blending classic elegance with modern comfort, it offers stylish rooms, beautiful gardens, a tranquil pool area, and easy access to a range of activities, including river cruises, safari excursions, and visits to the Falls.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
The Palm River Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Explore Victoria Falls

Explore Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls is the largest curtain of falling water in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Known to locals as Mosi-oa-Tunya (The Smoke That Thunders), there are many ways to enjoy this area of awe-inspiring natural beauty.

Drift along the Zambezi River on a romantic sunset cruise with a gin and tonic in hand, looking out for elephants, hippos, crocodiles and colourful birdlife in the dusky evening colours. Take a game drive around Zambezi National Park to spot buffalo, giraffe, zebra, waterbuck and more. Or, take a Victoria Falls Rainforest guided tour to learn about the history of the Falls, as well as the local flora, fauna and other points of interest (lunar rainbow tours are available during full moon nights).

If you're feeling more adventurous, opt for white-water rafting along Grade 5 rapids, a scenic helicopter ride over the cascades, plus adrenaline activities such as the gorge swing, zip line and flying fox.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
The Palm River Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Depart from Victoria Falls

Depart from Victoria Falls

Sadly, your luxury tour of Botswana and Victoria Falls draws to a close as you take a private road transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (Zimbabwe) in plenty of time for your onward flight. However, you'll be leaving with incredible memories of game viewing in some of Africa's richest wildlife spots, as well as witnessing the wondrous Victoria Falls.

If you'd like to adjust this itinerary, add time in other destinations, or create your own bespoke Botswana holiday. Get in touch with our friendly team of Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your dream trip.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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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