Cuckoo Safaris

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$3,190 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

Victoria Falls Airport pick-up and Dinner cruise

Victoria Falls Airport pick-up and Dinner cruise

Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. Please provide us with your flight details in advance, as pick-up times depend on your arrival.

At 16:00, your driver-guide will collect you for a Zambezi River dinner cruise. Experience the beauty and excitement of one of Africa’s most iconic destinations as you glide along the river, enjoying close-up views of Victoria Falls. Indulge in Zambezi-inspired cuisine, world-class service, and meals prepared by an executive chef—an unforgettable evening to begin your adventure.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Guided tour of the falls, night game drive and bush dinner

Guided tour of the falls, night game drive and bush dinner

Your day starts with an 8:30 am pick-up from the hotel for a guided tour of Victoria Falls, taking you through the rainforest to the cliffs opposite the mighty cascade. At 4:00 pm, you’ll head to the Nakavango Private Game Reserve, just 7 miles from town, for a late afternoon game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle. Traverse scenic basalt plains, Kalahari sands, and teak forests before stopping at sunset to enjoy drinks and snacks. As night falls, the spotlight safari reveals nocturnal wildlife, followed by a three-course BBQ dinner with wine, beer, and light refreshments.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Pioneers Lodge Victoria Falls
  • Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Transfer from Victoria Falls, Chobe game drive and safari boat cruise

Transfer from Victoria Falls, Chobe game drive and safari boat cruise

At 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Chobe National Park in Botswana. At the Kazungula border, you’ll meet your Botswana guide before proceeding directly to the river for a morning game-viewing cruise along the Chobe River. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided during the activity.

All your luggage will be loaded into a back-up vehicle, and your driver-guide will assist with check-in after the full-day tour. The morning cruise ends around 12:30 pm, after which you will be taken to a riverside hotel for lunch.

In the afternoon, you’ll board a safari vehicle for a game drive inside Chobe National Park, where you’ll have the chance to encounter an incredible variety of wildlife. After the game drive, you will be transferred to your hotel to complete the check-in process.

Note: Depending on wildlife sightings from the previous night, the order of activities may change (e.g., starting with a game drive and finishing with the boat cruise).

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:
Chobe Safari Lodge (Botswana)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Morning Chobe game drive, transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge and Afternoon game drive

Morning Chobe game drive, transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge and Afternoon game drive

Guests will begin the day with an early morning game drive at 5:30 am. The early departure increases the chances of encountering big cats while they are still active and hunting. The drive lasts approximately three hours, providing excellent opportunities to spot a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, antelopes, buffalos, impalas, and more. Tea will be served during the activity. Afterward, guests return to the lodge for breakfast.

Following breakfast, we will depart for Elephant Sands Lodge, located about 260 km from Kasane. This unique lodge sits within an elephant sanctuary, offering an exceptional opportunity to observe these giants up close. Upon arrival, guests will check in and enjoy some leisure time. In the afternoon, a game drive is scheduled, either in the private concession or the surrounding park, depending on the guide’s recommendation.

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

Day 5

Transfers To Planet Baobab and optional activities

Transfers To Planet Baobab and optional activities

You will enjoy a seamless transfer from Elephant Sands to Planet Baobab, a scenic journey of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Upon arrival, you may choose to immerse yourself in the wilderness with an optional bush walk (available at an additional cost). This activity offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, explore the surrounding landscapes, and create unforgettable safari memories.

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
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HippoRare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Planet Baobab
  • Mid-range bungalow located just outside Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Transfer to Maun, Meerkats tour and explore Ntwetwe salt pans and Okavango Aerial flight

Transfer to Maun, Meerkats tour and explore Ntwetwe salt pans and Okavango Aerial flight

Begin your adventure with a close encounter with a resident gang of habituated meerkats. Watch these remarkably social animals interact with their environment and enjoy the unique perspective of the desert from just a foot off the ground—a surprisingly spectacular vantage point and one of Botswana’s most memorable wildlife experiences.

Your journey then takes you into the vast Makgadikgadi, where shimmering saltpans stretch endlessly to the horizon. In the green season, you may even witness Africa’s second-largest migration, as zebras and wildebeests cross this striking landscape.

Afterward, you’ll be transferred to Sedia Hotel, where another highlight awaits—a scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta. From above, marvel at the intricate waterways, lush floodplains, and the remarkable wildlife that make this region one of the world’s most extraordinary safari destinations.

Main Destination:
Maun (City, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotelin Maun (City, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Moremi National Park game drive safari

Moremi National Park game drive safari

Guests will embark on a full-day adventure into Moremi National Park, one of Botswana’s most diverse and wildlife-rich reserves. This excursion offers exceptional opportunities to encounter a wide range of animals, including the big cats—lions, cheetahs, and leopards—as well as elephants, zebras, kudus, antelopes, and many more.

A packed lunch will be served in the heart of the park, allowing guests to enjoy a meal surrounded by nature’s beauty. The safari continues throughout the afternoon, maximizing wildlife viewing chances.

At around 4:00 pm, the game drive will conclude, and guests will be comfortably transferred back to their hotel to relax after an exciting day in the bush.

Main Destination:
Maun (City, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotelin Maun (City, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Mukoro dug-out canoeing experience

Mukoro dug-out canoeing experience

Today, guests will embark on a full-day mokoro adventure. This unique activity offers an up-close opportunity to learn about the rich culture of the delta communities as well as the diverse wildlife that inhabits the waterways. Guests will explore the delta in traditional dug-out canoes, guided by experienced locals who provide this service, ensuring that the activity directly supports the surrounding communities.

The transfer pick-up time is at 7:00 am, with the expected return around 5:00 pm, making it a full-day journey into the heart of the Okavango Delta.

Main Destination:
Maun (City, Botswana)
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotelin Maun (City, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Maun International Airport drop-off

Maun International Airport drop-off

After breakfast at 8:30 am, guests will prepare to check out of the hotel at 10:00 am. An airport transfer will be arranged to ensure timely arrival for their onward flights—whether to Johannesburg, Cape Town, or Kasane.

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)

  • 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.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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