A Journey Through Botswana and Victoria Falls

A Journey Through Botswana and Victoria Falls

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A Journey Through Botswana and Victoria Falls

15 Days Starting in Maun, Botswana and ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Visiting: Maun, Okavango Delta, Greater Moremi Area, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Hwange National Park, Victoria Falls

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur85

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours

From: $4934

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 15-day journey through Botswana and Zimbabwe, exploring the stunning landscapes and rich wildlife of Hwange National Park, Moremi National Park, and the Okavango Delta. Experience thrilling game drives, serene mokoro canoe rides, and captivating sunset cruises on the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. Marvel at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls and immerse yourself in the diverse ecosystems teeming with elephants, rhinos, and a myriad of bird species. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily breakfasts, and the expertise of experienced guides, ensuring a seamless and enriching adventure from Maun to Victoria Falls.

Highlights

  • Embark on an adventure in Hwange National Park, an exquisite wildlife sanctuary in Africa

  • Delight in captivating game drives amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Moremi National Park

  • Traverse the serene waterways of the Okavango Delta aboard traditional dugout canoes

  • Witness the Chobe River at dusk, on a quest to spot elephants, rhinos, and a myriad of bird species

  • Stand in awe of the awe-inspiring natural wonder that is the mighty Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe

  • Explore the vast wilderness of Hwange National Park on game drives

  • Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River

Itinerary

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Day 1: Maun, Botswana - Arrival (-/-/D)

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Location: Maun

Accommodation Name: lodge

Meals Included: Dinner

On arrival at Maun International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your lodge. This afternoon is free for you to spend a day at leisure. This evening you will meet with your guide and the rest of your group at your lodge at 18h00 for your introductory tour briefing.




Overnight at Maun

Day 2: Maun - Okavango Delta, Botswana (B/L/D)

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Allan Kaitila

Location: Okavango Delta

Accommodation Name: Okavango Delta area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, following our breakfast, we set out for Etsha 13, located along the western edge of the Okavango Delta. In contrast to typical deltas, the Okavango flows into the Kalahari Desert without ever reaching the coast, making it a truly distinctive natural wonder. Our following day is dedicated to exploring a labyrinth of water pathways hidden within lush vegetation, all from the comfort of traditional mokoros, or dugout canoes. As we navigate these waterways, we'll encounter a diverse array of bird species and wildlife. Additionally, we'll have the exciting opportunity to pause our journey on a secluded island and embark on a 1½-hour guided walk, with hopes of spotting magnificent creatures like elephants, waterbuck, and other inhabitants of this water-filled paradise.




Overnight in Okavango Delta area

Day 3: Okavango Delta, Botswana (B/L/D)

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Allan Kaitila

Location: Okavango Delta

Accommodation Name: Okavango Delta area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend the day exploring the network of water pathways through thick vegetation in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes), discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to stop at a secluded island to take a 1½ hour guided walk hoping to spot elephants, waterbuck or other animals living in this water-filled paradise.




Overnight in Okavango Delta area

Day 4: Okavango Delta - Greater Moremi Area, Botswana (B/L/D)

Location: Greater Moremi Area

Accommodation Name: Moremi Game Reserve area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast head towards, south traveling via Maun to your camp which is situated in a private concession in the Greater Moremi area. This large area is renowned for its concentration of mammals, and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife during just one game drive. Game viewing is seasonal; depending on the time of the year you may see different species in different areas. The best time for game viewing is the end of the dry season or spring from August to November. During this season, for us to offer the best game viewing possible, extra driving may be required due to the animals migrating closer to the river. In the summer, birdlife can also be viewed in abundance with exceptional sightings of wildfowl and raptors.




Overnight in Moremi Game Reserve area

Day 5: Greater Moremi Area, Botswana (B/L/D)

Location: Moremi Game Reserve

Accommodation Name: Moremi Game Reserve area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning after breakfast, take the opportunity to spend the day on game drives. In your open 4x4 vehicle you will explore the Greater Moremi area on morning and afternoon game drives hopefully spotting a variety of games that frequent this region. After dinner your guide will take you on a night drive, and you will hopefully be able to spot some rare nocturnal animals.




Overnight in Moremi Game Reserve area

Day 6: Moremi Game Reserve (B/L/D)

Location: Moremi Game Reserve

Accommodation Name: Moremi Game Reserve area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, head into the famous Moremi Game Reserve known as one of the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with an unprecedented concentration of wildlife. The full day is spent in the unspoiled nature of the Moremi Game Reserve.




Overnight in Moremi Game Reserve area

Day 7: Moremi Game Reserve To Nata, Botswana (B/-/-)

Location: Moremi Game Reserve

Accommodation Name: Moremi Game Reserve area

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leaving the bush behind us, we travel east towards the Makgadikgadi Pans, once a large river-fed lake that has become saline and empty. This area incorporates a multitude of salt pans and vast grass plains dotted by palm islands and forms the Great Makgadikgadi which comprises the largest area of salt pans in the world, covering some 37,000 square km overall. Later arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon.




Overnight in Moremi Game Reserve area

Day 8: Nata – Chobe National Park (B/-/D)

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Location: Chobe National Park

Accommodation Name: Chobe National Park area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Head off to Nata Bird Sanctuary in the morning, which offers us the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent view over the Sowa pan, which is part of the Greater Makgadikgadi Pans (please note a visit to the pans is subject to the road conditions and water levels as well as time constraints). After breakfast, continue Your journey north to Kasane, the gateway to the Chobe National Park. Chobe, which is the second-largest national park in Botswana and covers 10,566 square km, has one of the greatest concentrations of elephants found on the African continent. The afternoon is at leisure to partake in optional activities or to relax by the pool.




Overnight in Chobe National Park area

Day 9: Chobe National Park (B/-/D)

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Location: Chobe National Park

Accommodation Name: Chobe National Park area

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Start your morning with a hopefully spectacular game drive in Chobe National Park. You will return to the lodge for a late breakfast and relaxation until your boat cruise on the Chobe River starts around 3 pm. Here you can watch elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds, making for excellent up-close photo opportunities.




Overnight in Chobe National Park area

Day 10: Chobe National Park – Hwange, Zimbabwe (B/L/D)

Location: Hwange National Park

Accommodation Name: Hwange

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Make your way across the border into Zimbabwe and onto your lodge located in a private concession near Hwange National Park, where you will spend the next three nights in this wildlife-rich area. This afternoon you can partake in an optional game drive if time allows.




Overnight in Hwange

Day 11: Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe (B/L/D)

Location: Hwange National Park

Accommodation Name: Hwange

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you will have plenty of time to explore this vast wilderness on game drives. Hwange National Park is one of Africa's finest havens for wildlife and is home to massive herds of elephants, buffalo, and zebra and has a very large concentration of giraffes. It is also home to many predators and endangered species plus varied birdlife. You will also visit the Painted Dog Conservation Centre to witness the work that is done to protect these endangered species.




Overnight in Hwange

Day 12: Hwange National Park (B/L/D)

Location: Hwange National Park

Accommodation Name: Hwange

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a full day to explore the vast wilderness of Hwange National Park on game drives.




Overnight in Hwange

Day 13: Hwange - Victoria Falls (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Accommodation Name: Victoria Falls

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we head back towards Victoria Falls. The rest of the afternoon may be spent at leisure enjoying one of the many activities available in Victoria Falls.




Overnight in Victoria Falls

Day 14: Victoria Falls (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Accommodation Name: Victoria Falls

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you can spend the day at leisure to explore Victoria Falls, the town, and all its unique offerings, from adventure activities to cultural experiences. Your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls, known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya- “the Smoke that thunders”. In the afternoon we embark on a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.




Overnight in Victoria Falls

Day 15: Victoria Falls - (Departure) (B/-/-)

Location: Victoria Falls

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight.

What's Included

  • 14 nights accommodation

    14 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at a listed hotel/lodges or similar.

  • Daily breakfast

    Daily breakfast is included.

  • 08 lunches

    08 lunches are included.

  • 11 dinners

    11 dinners are included.

  • Arrival and departure transfers

    Arrival and departure transfers are provided.

  • Transportation

    Transportation in a fully kitted vehicle is included.

  • Game drives

    Game drives as per itinerary are included.

  • Sightseeing and entrance fees

    Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary are included.

  • Experienced guides

    Services of experienced, English-speaking guides are included.

  • Sunset cruise

    Sunset cruise on the Zambezi & Chobe Rivers is included.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal items, tips, and gratuities

    Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities are not included.

  • Optional excursions

    Optional excursions are not included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Visa fees

    Visa fees, if applicable, are not included.

  • Unmentioned items

    Items not mentioned as included are not covered.

Mode of Transport

Travel in a fully kitted vehicle with arrival and departure transfers included, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey between destinations.

Accommodation

Enjoy 14 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels and lodges or similar, ensuring a restful stay throughout your journey.

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Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Transportation is provided in a fully kitted vehicle, and arrival and departure transfers are included to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey between destinations.

  • What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will enjoy 14 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels and lodges or similar, ensuring a restful stay throughout your journey.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily breakfast is included, along with 8 lunches and 11 dinners.

  • What activities are included in the Okavango Delta portion of the tour?

    In the Okavango Delta, you will explore the waterways in traditional mokoros (dugout canoes), encounter diverse bird species and wildlife, and have the opportunity to take a 1½-hour guided walk on a secluded island.

  • What can I expect during the game drives in Moremi Game Reserve?

    In Moremi Game Reserve, you will explore the area on morning and afternoon game drives in an open 4x4 vehicle, with the chance to spot a variety of wildlife. Additionally, there will be a night drive to spot rare nocturnal animals.

  • What wildlife can I expect to see in Hwange National Park?

    Hwange National Park is home to massive herds of elephants, buffalo, and zebra, as well as a large concentration of giraffes. It also hosts many predators, endangered species, and varied birdlife.

  • Is there a sunset cruise included in the tour?

    Yes, a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River is included in the tour.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional activities available, particularly during leisure times in places like Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park.

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Maun, Botswana, and ends in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

  • Are there any specific conservation efforts highlighted during the tour?

    Yes, you will visit the Painted Dog Conservation Centre in Hwange National Park to witness the work done to protect these endangered species.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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