Cuckoo Safaris

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$2,618 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 sunset cruise

Victoria Falls Airport pick-up and sunset cruise

Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA), you will be met and transferred to your accommodation. Please ensure we have your flight details in advance, as collection will be arranged according to your arrival time.

At 15:30, your driver-guide will pick you up for a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. As the sun dips below the horizon, immerse yourself in the golden glow of a Zimbabwean sunset. Watch birds flock to the river and wildlife gather for their last drink of the day, all while enjoying delicious finger snacks served on board.

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

Day 2

Guided tour of the falls from both sides (Zimbabwe and Zambia)

Guided tour of the falls from both sides (Zimbabwe and Zambia)

Get the ultimate experience of Victoria Falls on this deluxe tour that covers both sides of the border. A guided tour takes you to the Zimbabwean and Zambian viewpoints in a single day, giving you the chance to see this natural wonder from every angle. Feel the thunder of the mighty falls, admire the spectacular viewpoints, and immerse yourself in the incredible beauty of one of the world’s greatest landmarks.

Your day begins at 08:30, with a hotel pick-up by your professional guide. Depending on where you are staying, the tour will start on either the Zimbabwean or the Zambian side. From there, you’ll cross the border to explore the opposite side, ensuring you don’t miss any of the unforgettable panoramas that each country offers.

All hotel transfers are included for your convenience, while food and beverages are at your own expense. This is the ultimate way to discover the power, beauty, and magic of Victoria Falls in one seamless adventure.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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 07h30, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Chobe National Park in Botswana. After crossing the Kazungula border, you will meet your Botswana guide and proceed to the river for a morning game-viewing cruise along the Chobe River. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided, and all your luggage will be safely transported in a backup vehicle.

The cruise ends around 12h30, after which you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a riverbank hotel. In the afternoon, you will embark on a safari game drive through Chobe National Park, where you’ll have the opportunity to encounter a rich variety of wildlife.

At the end of the day, you will be transferred to your hotel, where our driver-guide will assist you with check-in after your full-day tour.

Please note: Depending on wildlife sightings from the previous day, the order of activities may be adjusted—beginning with the game drive and ending 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 Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Morning game drive in Chobe and transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge

Morning game drive in Chobe and transfer to Elephant Sands Lodge

The day begins with a morning game drive at 05h30. The early start maximizes the chances of spotting predators, especially big cats, while they are still active and hunting. This three-hour safari offers excellent opportunities to encounter a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, antelope, impala, and many more. Tea will be served during the game drive, and afterward, you will return to the lodge for breakfast.

From there, we continue the journey to Elephant Sands Lodge, located approximately 260 km from Kasane. True to its name, the lodge is set in an area renowned for its thriving elephant population. On arrival, guests will check in and later set out on an afternoon game drive, either within the private concession or in 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)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Transfer to Maun and Okavango flight

Transfer to Maun and Okavango flight

After breakfast, you will be picked up at 09h00 for the drive to Maun. The journey covers approximately 300 km through the park and is expected to take about three hours. You will arrive in Maun around 12h00 and check in at Cresta Maun Hotel, where you can settle into your room before enjoying lunch at the hotel.

In the afternoon, at 14h30, you will embark on your first activity—an exhilarating aerial flight over the Okavango Delta, offering breathtaking views of this remarkable ecosystem. After the flight, you will be transferred back to the hotel for the evening.

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:
Cresta Maun
  • Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Mukoro (dug-out canoe) experience

Mukoro (dug-out canoe) experience

Today, you will embark on a full-day mokoro adventure, offering a unique and intimate way to explore the Okavango Delta. This traditional dug-out canoe journey provides a rare opportunity to connect closely with the culture of the local communities as well as the diverse wildlife that thrives along the delta waters. Guided by expert polers from the surrounding villages, this activity also directly supports and empowers the local community.

Your transfer will pick you up at 07h00, and you can expect to return around 17h00 after a rewarding day immersed in nature, culture, and the tranquil beauty of the delta.

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

Day 7

Moremi National Park game drive safari

Moremi National Park game drive safari

Today, you will embark on a full-day game drive in Moremi National Park, a premier wildlife destination renowned for its rich biodiversity. This adventure offers a prime opportunity to encounter Africa’s iconic big cats—lions, cheetahs, and leopards—as well as a wide variety of other wildlife including antelopes, zebras, kudus, and elephants.

A packed lunch will be served during the excursion, allowing you to relax and soak in the wilderness while enjoying your meal in the heart of nature. The game drive concludes at 16h00, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel.

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 8

Maun International Airport drop-off

Maun International Airport drop-off

After breakfast at 08h30, you will check out from the hotel at 10h00. An airport transfer will be arranged to ensure you arrive on time for your 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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Cuckoo Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.