Cuckoo Safaris

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$3,630 to $3,740 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 and Transfer to Hwange National Park

Arrival and Transfer to Hwange National Park

Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), our driver will meet you for a transfer to Hwange National Park, where you will check in at Hwange Safari Lodge. To ensure a seamless transfer, please share your flight details with us in advance, as the pick-up time will be arranged according to your arrival. This first day is reserved for relaxation after your journey, allowing you to rest and prepare for the exciting safari adventures that await the following day.

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
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HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
CheetahOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Hwange Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drives in Hwange National Park

Full-Day Game Drives in Hwange National Park

The day begins with a hearty breakfast, followed by an exciting morning game drive in Hwange National Park. Your guide will choose the best routes through the park or concession depending on current wildlife activity. This will be a full-day safari experience, giving you ample time to explore the park’s diverse landscapes and encounter its incredible wildlife.

A picnic lunch will be served at a scenic spot inside the park, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surroundings before continuing your adventure. The game drive concludes around 4:30 p.m., leaving you with lasting memories of Hwange’s remarkable wildlife.

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)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Early Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Victoria Falls and Dinner Cruise

Early Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Victoria Falls and Dinner Cruise

This marks your final day in Hwange National Park. After an early morning game drive, you will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls. Later in the afternoon, at 16:00, your driver-guide will pick you up for a memorable dinner cruise along the mighty Zambezi River.

Experience the magic of one of Africa’s most iconic destinations as you drift along the river at sunset. Enjoy Zambezi-style cuisine prepared by an executive chef, paired with world-class service. As you cruise, take in the breathtaking scenery, savor the flavors of Africa, and appreciate the up-close views of Victoria Falls from this unforgettable vantage point.

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

Day 4

Victoria Falls Guided Tour and Night Game Drive

Victoria Falls Guided Tour and Night Game Drive

Your day begins with an 8:30 a.m. pick-up from the hotel reception for a guided tour of Victoria Falls. Accompanied by your driver-guide, you’ll walk through sections of the Victoria Falls rainforest and enjoy breathtaking views from the cliffs opposite the massive cascade.

In the late afternoon at 4:00 p.m., you’ll be transferred to the Nakavango Private Game Reserve, located about 7 miles (11 km) from town. Here, you’ll set out on a sunset game drive in a comfortable open 4x4 vehicle, traversing landscapes that shift from basalt plains to Kalahari sands and teak forests.

As the sun dips below the horizon, you’ll pause at a scenic vantage point to enjoy drinks and snacks while sharing stories of the day’s adventures. After dusk, the spotlight reveals the mysteries of the African bush at night. The evening concludes with a 3-course BBQ dinner, complemented by wine, cold beer, and light refreshments.

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 5

Transfers to Kasane, Chobe National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

Transfers to Kasane, Chobe National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

At 10:00 a.m., you will be picked up from your hotel in Victoria Falls and transferred to Kasane, Chobe National Park. After border formalities with the assistance of your Botswana guide, you will continue to Chobe Safari Lodge for check-in and relaxation before your three-hour afternoon game drive.

Perched on the banks of the Chobe River, Chobe Safari Lodge is northern Botswana’s top heritage stay, established in 1959. Its sister property, Chobe Bush Lodge, lies nearby with a modern design and shared facilities. Both lodges offer a warm atmosphere surrounded by roaming impalas, bushbucks, and playful warthogs.

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

Day 6

Chobe Morning Game Drive and Chobe Sunset Cruise

Chobe Morning Game Drive and Chobe Sunset Cruise

You will start your day with an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, the best time to spot big cats such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Tea and coffee will be served before or during the drive. Afterward, between 9:30 and 10:00 a.m., you will return for a full breakfast. In the late afternoon, you will embark on a sunset cruise along the Chobe River at 3:00 p.m. This unforgettable experience offers close-up encounters with wildlife from the water and breathtaking views of the park as the sun sets.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
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 7

Morning Chobe Game Drives, Transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge and afternoon game drive

Morning Chobe Game Drives, Transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge and afternoon game drive

You will start the day with a morning game drive at 5:30 a.m. The early departure enhances the chances of spotting cats while they are still hunting. The drive lasts about 3 hours, offering excellent opportunities to see elephants, antelopes, buffalos, impalas, and many other species. Tea will be served during the activity, and afterward, you will return to the lodge for breakfast.

Later, we will drive approximately 260 km from Kasane to Elephant Sands Lodge, a unique destination set in a park that is home to large numbers of elephants. After check-in, you will have time to settle in before heading out for an afternoon game drive, either in the private concession or the park itself, depending on the guide’s recommendation.

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

Day 8

Transfers To Planet Baobab and Optional activities

Transfers To Planet Baobab and Optional activities

You will enjoy a smooth transfer from Elephant Sands to the enchanting Planet Baobab, located approximately 1 hour 30 minutes’ drive away. Upon arrival, you may choose to immerse yourself in nature with an optional guided bush walk (available at an additional cost). This activity offers the chance to discover the hidden wonders of the wilderness while creating unforgettable 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
Show more
HippoRare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Planet Baobab
  • Mid-range bungalow located just outside Makgadikgadi Pans NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Meerkats tour and Ntwetwe Salt pans and transfer to Maun

Meerkats tour and Ntwetwe Salt pans and transfer to Maun

You will drive across the grasslands, past towering baobabs, to the edge of the Ntwetwe Saltpan. With your guide, you’ll search for desert specialists such as bat-eared foxes, ground squirrels, and other unique species while learning about their survival in this harsh environment. A special highlight is spending time with a habituated meerkat colony, observing their social behavior and viewing the desert from their perspective.

In the green season, you may also witness Africa’s second-largest migration of zebras and wildebeests. After your exploration, you’ll return to Planet Baobab before your 1:00 p.m. transfer to Maun.

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 10

Mukoro Dug-Out Canoeing Experience

Mukoro Dug-Out Canoeing Experience

Today, you will embark on a full-day mokoro adventure. This unique activity offers an up-close opportunity to learn about both the culture and the wildlife that thrive along the delta waters. Your journey will be on a traditional dug-out canoe, guided by skilled polers from the local community. By joining this experience, you directly support the surrounding villages, as they provide this service and share their deep knowledge of the area.

The transfer pick-up time is at 7:00 a.m., with your expected return around 5:00 p.m.

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:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 11

Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve

Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve

You will embark on a full-day game drive in Moremi Game Reserve, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife sanctuaries. This experience offers you the chance to encounter an incredible variety of animals, including big cats such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as elephants, zebras, kudus, antelopes, and many more species.

A delicious packed lunch will be enjoyed during the safari, allowing you to make the most of your time in the bush without leaving the park. The adventure continues until 4:00 p.m., when your game drive concludes and you will be transferred back to your hotel to relax after a rewarding day of exploration.

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:
Cresta Maun
  • Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Moremi GR (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 12

Maun International Airport Drop-Off

Maun International Airport Drop-Off

After breakfast at 8:30 a.m., you will check out from the hotel at 10:00 a.m. A transfer will be arranged to ensure you arrive at the airport in good time for your onward flight 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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