8-Day Victoria Falls and Botswana Safari with Chobe and Mokoro

• Transfer: On arrival at Victoria Falls Airport you will be met and transferred to your accommodation
• The rest of the afternoon is spent at leisure, to the relax beside the pool or participate in some of the optional activities available
• Activity: The evening, you can relax on a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River
• Overnight: Ilala Lodge

Victoria Falls

Resting on the southern banks of the Zambezi river at the western end of the eponymous falls, this popular tourist town is compact enough to walk around and makes an ideal base for travellers exploring the seventh wonder of the world, the unfathomably vast Victoria Falls. About two thirds of the falls can be viewed from the Zimbabwean side and, while the falls are undoubtedly the star attraction, the area provides both adventure seekers and sightseers with plenty of opportunities to warrant a longer stay. Popular activities include scenic flights over the falls in helicopters or micro lights, bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting (seasonal), and day trips to Chobe National Park. The town itself offers some excellent accommodation and restaurant options as well as an eclectic variety of African curios and authentic art sold by friendly Zimbabwean locals who are wonderfully welcoming and eager to help you enjoy your stay.

• Activity: After breakfast you will be taken on a guided tour of the mighty Victoria Falls one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
• The rest of the afternoon as your leisure to explore the town or participate in the various optional activities available

Victoria Falls Guided Tour

A knowledgeable guide will take guests on an unforgettable experience through the Victoria Falls rain forest, a journey that not only affords a view of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World but provides a great deal of interesting facts about the geology, wildlife and history of Africa’s most famous landmark. Visitors will listen to magical tales of local legend while they enjoy the constant spray from the “The Smoke that Thunders”. Your guide will also help ensure the best photographic opportunities of this breathtaking World Heritage Site.

• Transfer: After breakfast you will be transferred to Kasane
• Activity: Make way to your first activity where you will enjoy a delicious lunch before you sail along the Chobe River
• Transfer: You will then be transferred to your camp, situated in the Greater Chobe region of Botswana
• You will have the opportunity to either relax on your own private deck or in the pool area
• Overnight: Camp Kuzuma

Kazuma Forest Reserve

Situated in the Chobe region of Botswana, the pristine Kazuma Forest Reserve offers visitors an authentic African wilderness experience. This impressive landscape stretches over thousands of hectares and features expansive grassland, natural pans and Mopane tree forests. It is home to abundant wildlife and provides an ideal habitat for wildebeest, buffalo, antelope, sable, giraffe, zebra, lion and leopard. Numerous herds of elephants also frequent this reserve as it is idyllically positioned in an elephant corridor. The nearby Kazuma Pans attract many birds making it a bird watching paradise boasting over 380 different species. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including: guided walks, fishing trips and sunrise or sunset game drives.

• Activity: Today is spent on a game drive in a private concession in the Greater Chobe Region

• This remote area offers an exclusive experience with fewer vehicles and incredible sightings of elephants, buffalo, sable antelope, lions, and a variety of bird species

• The landscape is a mix of mopane woodland, open plains, and seasonal pans that attract wildlife year-round

Activities

• Game Drives — Explore our 11,000 hectare private concession on an open Land Rover. Game drives take place in the early morning and late afternoon to take advantage of cooler weather and optimal animal activity, evening game drives allow guests to experience the bush at night and discover nocturnal animals. An expert guide ensure your wildlife experience will be something to remember.

• Transfer: Today you will be transferred to Kasane airport
• Flight: You will take a flight to Khwai Airstrip
• Activity: Once checked into the lodge, we take a drive to the mokoro station
• Activity: From here, we will float in dug-out canoes through the thick vegetation of the lower part of the Okavango Delta, discovering a variety of birds and wildlife
• Overnight: Mogotlho Safari Lodge

Khwai

Situated on the banks of the Khwai River near the famous Okavango swamp, the village of Khwai is set in the North-West District of Botswana. The village fringes the magnificent Moremi Game Reserve which is known for its incredible array of wildlife. It serves as a gateway to the reserve as it is set just outside the North Gate. of Moremi. Khwai provides an excellent base from which to explore the spectacularly scenic surrounding area. It is to be home to some of Botswana's most beautiful landscapes which feature vast grass plains, a patchwork of lagoons, shallow pans and lush woodland forests. Visitor can look forward to spotting a fantastic variety of wildlife, learning about the San community and enjoying a wide selection of ecotourism activities. Commonly spotted wildlife species include: lion, leopard, elephant, cheetah, hippo, wild dog and buffalo.

• Activity: The next two days are spent on game drives and game walks in the Greater Moremi Region

• This area is well-known for its rich biodiversity and offers excellent game viewing opportunities, with regular sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, and various antelope species

• You will get to explore a variety of habitats including woodlands, floodplains, and open savannah, all teeming with wildlife and birdlife throughout the year

• Activity: The next two days are spent on game drives and game walks in the Greater Moremi Region

• This area is well-known for its rich biodiversity and offers excellent game viewing opportunities, with regular sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, and various antelope species

• You will get to explore a variety of habitats including woodlands, floodplains, and open savannah, all teeming with wildlife and birdlife throughout the year

• Transfer: Our safari ends after breakfast
• Transfer: You will be transferred to Maun Airport in time for your departure flight

We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!