$4,730 to $4,950 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Airport Pickup and Introductory Sightseeing Tour
Airport Pickup and Introductory Sightseeing Tour
Upon arrival at Robert Mugabe International Airport, your guide will transfer you to Bronte Garden Lodge for a 1-night stay. Depending on your arrival time, you will be treated to a complimentary introductory sightseeing tour to give you an appreciation of the local lifestyle.
- Main Destination:
- Harare (City, Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Bronte Garden Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Hotel Pickup to Great Zimbabwe and Tour of the Great Zimbabwe Monuments
Hotel Pickup to Great Zimbabwe and Tour of the Great Zimbabwe Monuments
You will depart for the greatest medieval city in sub-Saharan Africa—the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built between the 11th and 14th centuries, this impressive stone city covers nearly 1,800 acres. Its remarkable architecture includes winding staircases, interlocking walls, massive granite boulders, and structures built entirely without mortar.
Within the site, you will also find a small museum displaying traditional houses, artifacts, building techniques, and the history of this ancient kingdom. The modern nation of Zimbabwe takes its name from this monumental site.
Later in the afternoon, you will enjoy a guided tour of the ruins, bringing to life the history, culture, and legends of this once-thriving city.
- Main Destination:
- Great Zimbabwe (Ruins, Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Lodge at the Ancient City
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Hotel Pickup to Matobo National Park
Hotel Pickup to Matobo National Park
In the morning, you will be transferred to Matobo National Park for a two-night stay at Matobo Hills Lodge. The lodge is located within a private wildlife reserve that borders the national park (approximately 323 km away). Set atop a granite outcrop, the accommodation offers sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding hills, making it an exceptional base from which to experience the area’s natural beauty.
For the afternoon, you may select from a range of optional activities. Please note that these experiences are at an additional cost.
- Main Destination:
- Matobo National Park (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Matobo Hills Lodge
Wildlife in Matobo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Game Viewing in Matobo National Park
Game Viewing in Matobo National Park
Matobo National Park, spanning 423 km², is renowned for its striking granite landscapes and cultural treasures. The park is home to around 3,000 San (Bushman) rock paintings, some dating back over 15,000 years. Your morning begins with a hike to view these fascinating artworks, offering a rare glimpse into the spiritual world and traditions of the region’s earliest inhabitants.
In the afternoon, your adventure continues with a game drive combined with a guided walking safari. Here, you will search for the park’s resident black and white rhinos, accompanied by a knowledgeable professional guide who will share insights into the diverse wildlife and unique scenery that make Matobo a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Main Destination:
- Matobo National Park (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Matobo Hills Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Hotel Pickup to Hwange National Park
Hotel Pickup to Hwange National Park
You will be picked up from Matobo Hills Lodge and transferred to Hwange National Park. On arrival, our guides will assist you with check-in at Hwange Safari Lodge. Hwange is famous for its great tuskers—majestic old bulls with impressive tusks—and it is also the gathering place of the renowned Presidential Herd. These elephants roam the dense feeding grounds of the Sikumi Vlei, often finding refuge from the midday heat at the Hwange Safari Lodge waterhole.
- Main Destination:
- Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Hwange Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Hwange NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game Viewing Safari in Hwange National Park
Game Viewing Safari in Hwange National Park
You will embark on a full-day game drive to explore the superb wildlife of Hwange National Park. Setting out in the early morning and again in the late afternoon maximizes your chances of spotting animals, as these cooler hours are when wildlife is most active. A packed lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic picnic site in the bush.
Hwange is ranked among Africa’s premier national parks, renowned for its size, diversity, and sheer abundance of game. It is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—along with some of the largest elephant herds on the continent. With your expert guide, you’ll traverse acacia-fringed vleis and shady teak forests in search of predators, plains game, and hidden gems of the bush.
Game drives in Hwange almost always reward visitors with unexpected sightings, making each safari a unique and memorable adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Hwange Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Morning Game Drive, Hotel Pickup to Victoria Falls and Sunset Cruise
Morning Game Drive, Hotel Pickup to Victoria Falls and Sunset Cruise
Soon after the morning game drive, you will say goodbye to Hwange National Park and transfer by air-conditioned van to Victoria Falls for your 2-night stay at Ilala Lodge Hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
In the late afternoon, your driver-guide will collect you at 3:00 p.m. for a sunset dinner cruise along the mighty Zambezi River. As you drift along the waters, you will experience the beauty and excitement of one of Africa’s most stunning destinations. The cruise offers an up-close perspective of the iconic Victoria Falls, paired with Zambezi-style cuisine and warm hospitality. Dinner will be enjoyed onboard as the sun sets over the river.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls from Zambia and Zimbabwe
Guided Tour of the Victoria Falls from Zambia and Zimbabwe
You will enjoy the full experience of Victoria Falls from both sides of the border on this deluxe tour. A guided tour will take you to discover the Zimbabwean side and the Zambian side in a single day, giving you the ultimate perspective of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.
Starting at 8:30 a.m., you will be picked up from your hotel for the guided tour of the falls. The experience begins from either the Zimbabwean side or the Zambian side, depending on where you are staying. Accompanied by professional guides, you will get as close as possible to the thundering cascade, feeling the powerful rush of water while taking in panoramic views from multiple vantage points.
This unforgettable excursion allows you to see both sides of the falls—Zimbabwe and Zambia—in one seamless tour, ensuring you don’t miss a single angle of this iconic landmark.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer from Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park Game Drive and Safari Boat Cruise
Transfer from Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park Game Drive and Safari Boat Cruise
At 7:30 a.m., you’ll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Chobe National Park, Botswana. After crossing the Kazungula border, your guide will take you on a morning boat cruise along the Chobe River, with tea, coffee, and biscuits served on board.
After a riverside lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and abundant wildlife. Later, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Note: Activity order may vary depending on wildlife sightings.
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Chobe Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Chobe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Morning Chobe Game Drive and Transfer to Elephant Sands Private Game Reserve
Morning Chobe Game Drive and Transfer to Elephant Sands Private Game Reserve
You will begin the day with a morning game drive at 5:30 a.m. The early departure increases your chances of spotting cats while they are still hunting. This 3-hour safari offers excellent opportunities to see a variety of wildlife including elephants, antelopes, buffalos, impalas, and more. Tea will be served during the drive, and after the activity you will return to the lodge for breakfast.
From there, you will drive approximately 260 km from Kasane to Elephant Sands Lodge. The lodge is located in an area well-known for its elephants, which often gather around the lodge’s waterhole. After check-in, you will enjoy a late afternoon game drive either in the private concession or the park, depending on your guide’s recommendation.
- Main Destination:
- Elephant Sands (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Sands Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Transfers To Planet Baobab and Optional activity
Transfers To Planet Baobab and Optional activity
You will enjoy a seamless transfer from Elephant Sands to the enchanting Planet Baobab, located just a short 1 hour 30-minute drive away. Upon arrival, you can immerse yourself in the natural surroundings with an optional bush walk (available at an additional cost), allowing you to discover the beauty of the wilderness and create unforgettable memories.
- Main Destination:
- Makgadikgadi Pans National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Planet Baobab
Wildlife in Makgadikgadi Pans NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
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
Get up close and personal with a resident gang of habituated meerkats and observe how these social, highly-adapted animals interact with each other and their environment. You’ll even have the chance to see the desert through a meerkat’s eyes—a perspective that, while only a foot off the ground, offers a surprisingly spectacular vantage point. This is truly one of the most special and memorable wildlife experiences you can enjoy in Botswana. After your meerkat encounter, explore the vast nothingness of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, where endless expanses of sparkling salt stretch as far as the eye can see. During the green season, you might be lucky enough to witness zebras and wildebeests traversing Africa’s second-largest migration. Later, you will be transferred to Cresta Maun Lodge, or alternatively Sedia Hotel, where you can embark on a 45-minute helicopter scenic flight over the Okavango Delta, experiencing its breathtaking waterways and wildlife from above.
- Main Destination:
- Maun (City, Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sedia Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Mukoro Dug-Out Canoeing Experience at the Okavango Delta
Mukoro Dug-Out Canoeing Experience at the Okavango Delta
Experience the magic of the Okavango Delta on an unforgettable Mokoro dugout canoe journey! Glide silently through tranquil waters, taking in the extraordinary aquatic life and stunning natural scenery that make this delta a true wonder. Afterward, venture into the heart of the African wilderness on an invigorating 5 km bush walk, where every step brings you closer to the sights and sounds of nature in its purest form.
- Main Destination:
- Okavango Delta (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Sedia Hotel
Wildlife in Okavango Delta
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Moremi Game Reserve Game Drive Safari
Moremi Game Reserve Game Drive Safari
Embark on a thrilling full-day game drive in the renowned Moremi National Park, one of Botswana’s most diverse wildlife sanctuaries. This adventure offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Cats—lions, cheetahs, and leopards—alongside a variety of other wildlife, including elephants, zebras, kudus, and numerous antelope species. A packed lunch will be served during the game drive, allowing you to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings before continuing your wildlife adventure. The day concludes at 4:00 pm, when you will be transferred back to your hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta, Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Cresta Maun
Wildlife in Moremi GR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Maun International Airport
Maun International Airport
After breakfast at 8:30 am, guests will prepare to check out from the hotel by 10:00 am. A transfer to the airport will be arranged, ensuring timely arrival for flights to Johannesburg, Cape Town, or Kasane.
- Main Destination:
- Maun Airport (Maun, Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
