Southern Africa: 9-Day Safari in Botswana and Zimbabwe
Soar above the Okavango, cruise the Zambezi at sunset, and marvel at Victoria Falls on a 9-day safari across Zimbabwe and Botswana’s untamed wilderness.
Botswana
9 days / 8 nights
$7,750 /person
$7,750 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Gaping at the spectacular 100-meter plunge of Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls
Viewing the Big Five — lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos — in a Botswana safari jeep
Learning about the flora and fauna of Chobe National Park Wildlife with a safari guide
Traveling via sightseeing helicopter between two safari camps in the Okavango Delta
Stargazing from your dark sky luxury tent along the Khwai Community Concession
Welcome to Zimbabwe!
Vistas of Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River
New Borders and the Beginning of Botswana
Back-to-Back Safaris in the Wild African Bush
A Change of Scenery and Safaris in the Okavango Delta
New Borders and the Beginning of Botswana
Overview
After breakfast at your hotel, it’s time to head to Botswana. A driver will pick you up from your hotel for your scheduled road transfer to Kasane International Airport, about an hour and a half away. During this ride, you will cross over the Botswana border, entering the second country of your trip. Upon arrival at Kasane Airport, you’ll meet your new English-speaking driver for a scheduled drive from the airport to the town of Kasane, where you’ll be staying at Jackalberry Chobe (or similar). After you check in to your room, you’ll enjoy a lovely lunch onsite, before heading out on your first game drive. During this roughly three-hour safari, you’ll take to the bush and witness some incredible forms of wildlife. What better introduction to Botswana? Finally, you’ll return to the hotel in the early evening to enjoy pre-dinner drinks and dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Highlights
Kasane
Tucked in the Northeast corner of Botswana, on the banks of the famous Chobe River, the scenic town of Kasane rests on the doorstep of the spectacular Chobe National Park. There are no boundary fences that separate the village from the park and game; elephants and hippos are often spotted roaming around town, while the large dead trees along Sedudu Valley Road frequently provide shelter for leopards. Within Kasane, an ancient baobab tree — once a local prison — also stands on display.
Game Drive in Chobe National Park
Start your first afternoon in Botswana strong with an afternoon game drive directly from the grounds of your luxury tent accommodation. During this three-hour tour, you’ll ride a safari vehicle through the wildlife-filled Chobe National Park, following the expertise and experience of your local safari guide. All kinds of wildlife abound in the park, so you never know if — or when — you’ll spot a leopard, lion, or zebra along the Chobe River banks.
Accommodations
Jackalberry Chobe (or similar)
Nestled on the picturesque banks of the Chobe River in Botswana, Jackalberry Chobe stands as a testament to luxury and exclusivity. This fully inclusive haven presents an unparalleled lodging experience, seamlessly blending tranquility with adventure. A plethora of amenities await, including expansive covered and al fresco dining spaces, a spacious bar, lounge, and an inviting infinity pool, all offering unobstructed vistas of the Chobe River. As the first of its kind in the Chobe region, Jackalberry Chobe promises travelers an intimate escape harmonizing nature, and the captivating allure of the world-renowned Chobe area.
Location:
Presidents Avenue Plot 706 Kasane, Botswana
Phone:
+2676250995
Transportation
Meet your driver at your hotel in Victoria Falls for a transfer over the Botswana border, to Kasane Airport. The drive takes about an hour and a half.
Victoria Falls
Kasane International Airport
Meet your new driver at the airport, for your ten-minute transfer to Jackalbery Chobe (or similar) in Kasane.
Kasane International Airport
Kasane, Jackalberry Chobe (or similar)
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Roadbook with local tips and expert recommendations
- 24/7 on-the-ground support
- On-trip concierge service
- Personalized trip crafting
- COVID entry and exit information and assistance
- All accommodations, with breakfast included
- All meals, activities, transportation, experiences, and entrance fees as listed in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and helicopter rides
Not included in the final price
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Drinks, tips, and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Anything listed as optional or not detailed in the itinerary
- Visa fees to Botswana