Immersion in the Okavango Delta and visit of the Victoria Falls

May to October

15 days / 13 nights – from £ 7,490 per person

Tailor made safari

Explore Botswana’s mythical Okavango Delta and discover Zimbabwe’s famous Victoria Falls. This itinerary, allowing you to stay in beautiful camps and lodges in the heart of breathtaking ecosystems, offers a real experience of immersion in the great reserves of Austral Africa and facilitates the observation and photography of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife, birdlife and scenery.

Some notable aspects of this safari are to:

– live in immersion in preserved eco-systems with the freedom of a boat or a 4×4 vehicle driven by an English-speaking specialised driver-guide

– discover the major reserves of the country and enjoy an experience far from traditional tourism

– maximise the time with the animals when conditions are optimal for their observation and photography

– appreciate your accommodation in a centrally located lodge of very good standard

A superb luxury safari in the heart of the wilderness of Botswana!

 

“Botswana, with Autograph Safaris” by Gesser Images

Day 1: Departure for Botswana

Departure from Europe at the end of the day and overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Arrival at Maun

Transit via Johannesburg in the morning to continue your trip to Maun Airport where you will be met and greeted by your guide.

Transfer to Thamalakane River Lodge where you will arrive for your lunch.

Installation in your room and afternoon of walk or rest to prepare for the beginning of your safari the following morning.

Night at Thamalakane River Lodge in Babbler Chalet. Bed & Breakfast.

Day 3: From Maun to Moremi Game Reserve

After breakfast, depart from the lodge and drive to Maun airport where a charter flight will transport you to your lodge, giving you a stunning view of the Okagango Delta on the way.

Lunch at Moremi Crossing Camp. Afternoon guided bush walk on Chief’s Island.

Dinner at the lodge.

Night in Moremi Crossing Camp. Full board and boat drives and activities included.

Day 4 and day 5: Moremi Game Reserve

These days are dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and the landscapes around Chief’s Island, one of the area of the Okavango Delta with the highest density of wildlife.

The activities are mainly water based with a guided boat cruise in the morning and afternoon guided mokoro excursions or optional guided bush walks.

Nights in Moremi Crossing Camp. Full board and boat drives and activities included.

Day 6: From Moremi Game Reserve to the Concession of Khwai, north of Moremi

After breakfast, transfer to your local airstrip where a charter flight will transport you to your camp, offering you another stunning view of the Okagango Delta on the way.

Lunch at Sango Safari Camp. Afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Dinner at the camp

Night in Sango Safari Camp. Full board and game drives included.

Day 7 and day 8: Concession of Khwai in the north of Moremi Game Reserve

These days are dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of the Khwai Concession, north of Moremi Game Reserve. They allow you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa, as well as numerous birds, during morning and afternoon game drives in your 4×4 vehicle.

Night in Sango Safari Camp. Full board and game drives included.

Day 9: From the Concession of Khwai to the Zone of Savuti in Chobe National Park

After breakfast, transfer to your local airstrip where a charter flight will transport you to your next camp, offering you another stunning view of the Okagango Delta.

Lunch at Savuti Safari Lodge. Afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Dinner at the camp

Night in Savuti Safari Lodge. Full board and game drives included.

Day 10: Zone of Savuti in Chobe National Park

This day is dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of the Savuti Zone of Chobe National Park. It allows you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa, as well as numerous birds, during morning and afternoon game drives in your 4×4 vehicle.

Night in Savuti Safari Lodge. Full board and game drives included.

Day 11: From the Zone of Savuti to the Zone of Kasane in Chobe National Park

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip of Savuti for your scheduled flight to Kasane.

Game drive en route.

Transfer to Chobe Elephant Camp.

Settle into your room, lunch at the lodge and afternoon of game drive.

Night at Chobe Elephant Camp. Full board and game drives included.

Day 12 and day 13: Zone of Kasane in Chobe National Park

These days are dedicated to the discovery of the wildlife and landscapes of the Kasane Zone of Chobe National Park. They allow you to observe and photograph most of the big fauna of Africa, as well as numerous birds, during morning and afternoon game drives in your 4×4 vehicle.

Night at Chobe Elephant Camp. Full board and game drives included.

Day 14: From Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls

After breakfast, you will transfer by road to the Zimbabwe border, clear immigration and continue your journey to Ilala Lodge in Victoria Falls.

Settle into your room, lunch at the lodge (own account) and afternoon of leisure or of visit of the town or the Victoria Falls (own account).

Dinner on own account.

Night at Ilala Lodge. Bed and Breakfast.

Day 15: Departure from Victoria Falls

At the end of the morning, you will be transfered to Victoria Falls International Airport for a flight to your next destination or for your return to the United Kingdom.

Indicative price:

From £ 7.490 per person on the basis of 2 participants sharing 1 double or twin room or tent, for the period of May and June.

Subject to availability at the time of booking.

The final budget will be communicated after establishing a personalised quotation that will depend on the exchange rates at the time.

– All transfers to activities & locations, transportation by road and game drives in a shared 4×4 vehicle driven by an experienced English speaking driver guide

– Scheduled flights Maun -> Moremi -> Khwai -> Savuti -> Kasane.

– All Park Fees and Camping Fees (except Victoria Falls USD 30 per person, all subject to possible changes)

– 1 night at Thamalakane River Lodge at Maun. Room with en-suite bathroom. Bed and Breakfast.

– 3 nights in Moremi Crossing Camp in Moremi NP. Luxury tents with en-suite bathroom. Full board.

– 3 nights in Sango Safari Camp in the Khwai Concession. Luxury tents with en-suite bathroom. Full board.

– 2 nights in Savuti Safari Lodge in Chobe NP. Luxury rooms with en-suite bathroom. Full board.

– 3 nights at Chobe Elephant Camp in Kasane. Luxury rooms with en-suite bathroom. Full board.

– 1 night at Ilala Lodge in Victoria Falls. Room with en-suite bathroom. Bed and Breakfast.

– Okavango Air Rescue insurance.

– International flights to Maun and departing from Victoria Falls.

– Travel or Insurances (cancellation, repatriation, luggage, other risks and any additional insurance)

– Visas if required for Botswana and Zimbabwe, please check with your consulate

– Meals not mentioned or mentioned as “free” or “on won account” in the itinerary, in particular the drinks and dinner at Thamalakane River Lodge and at Ilala Lodge

– Any extras of personal nature, tips, laundry and drinks not mentioned in the program, etc.

Please consult us.

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