7 Days Jewels of Botswana & Victoria Falls
Explore Botswana’s diverse and unspoiled landscapes, and the majestic Victoria Falls on this 7 Day Jewels of Botswana & Victoria Falls. The Okavango Delta remains as one of the top safari destinations in Africa, the Delta’s wetlands and rivers support some of the highest wildlife densities in Africa, and the savannah are playground for big cats, wild dogs and dramatic migrations. On this tour, you will stay at stunning luxury lodges handpicked to accommodate you in the best wilderness and wildlife areas.
This tour ends with a visit to the majestic Victoria Falls with a stay at Victoria Falls River Lodge, overlooking the Zambezi River, with direct access to the magnificent Victoria Falls.
Highlights of 7 Day Jewels of Botswana & Victoria Falls
Day 1-2: The Jewel of the Okavango Delta
Day 3-4: Chobe & Wildlife Extravaganza
Day 5-6: Royal Ending at Victoria Falls
Day 7: Departure
Detailed Itinerary of 7 Day Jewels of Botswana & Victoria Falls
Day 1-2: The Jewel of the Okavango Delta
On arrival at Maun Airport in Botswana, you will be warmly welcomed by an African Vacation Safaris representative and assist you onto a charter flight to Shinde Airport where you will be met by your driver-guide and driven to Shinde Camp where you will spend 2 nights on a full board basis.
Situated on a lush palm island in the northern Okavango Delta in Botswana, Shinde Camp is a luxurious safari lodge overlooking the Shinde Lagoon. It offers an intimate and classic safari experience, with eight spacious en-suite tents, including a family unity. The camp’s main area is designed in a unique treehouse style, providing panoramic views over the permanent lagoon and shaded by ebony and mangosteen trees.
During your stay at Shinde Camp, there are several activities to enjoy thanks to its location on a private concession. These activities include game drives, walking safaris done with trained guides, and fishing. The camp’s diverse environment supports a wide range of wildlife, including leopards, elephants, lions and numerous bird species.
Main Destination: Okavango Delta
Overnight stay: Shinde Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3-4: Chobe & Wildlife Extravaganza
You will be transferred to the airstrip for a flight to Kasane Airport where you will be met by our African Vacation Safaris Representative and transferred to the Ngoma Safari Lodge where you will spend two nights on full board basis.
After lunch, your guide will drive you to the Xakanaxa Airstrip for your flight to Kasane Airport, followed by a 45-minute drive to your lodge – Ngoma Safari Lodge, located in the Chobe Forest Reserve just three kilometers from the Chobe National Park (a region renowned for its incredible wildlife, in particular the famous Chobe large herds of elephants, and more than 75 mammal and over 450 bird species. The lodge boasts awe-inspiring views over the Chobe River and Caprivi Floodplains.
Due to the lodge’s location in the Chobe Forest Reserve, it is able to offers walking safaris with a professional guide as well as night drives. On a full day in Chobe National Park, you will enjoy a game drive, sumptuous lunch and boat cruise on the Chobe River.
Ngoma Safari Lodge is committed to making a difference to the local communities and also offers entertaining and immersive cultural experiences.
Main Destination: Chobe National Park
Overnight stay: Ngoma Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5-6: Royal Ending at Victoria Falls
After breakfast, you will embark on a road transfer across the border into Zimbabwe. Head to The Victoria Falls River Lodge for check-in, the lodge lies on the banks of the Zambezi and only a few miles away from the majestic Victoria Falls. You will spend two nights here in the luxury suites on a fully inclusive basis.
The Victoria Falls River Lodge is nestled on the banks of the might Zambezi River, within the Zambezi National Park offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities and easy access to the historic town of Victoria Falls and the opportunity to visit the world-famous Victoria Falls and explore this incredible natural wonder on foot. Spend the night in luxurious thatched tents constricted of canvas, glass and timber extend out into a private deck with plunge pool and views of the Zambezi River and natural bush. There are a wide selection of activities including in your stay such as Zambezi River Cruise, Batoka Gorge activities, Victoria Falls Walking safaris among others.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls
Overnight stay: Victoria Falls River Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Departure
You will spend the morning at leisure, then be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for your international flight back to Johannesburg, bringing your holiday to an end.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Zambia)
Accommodation: No Accommodation
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of 7 Day Jewels of Botswana & Victoria Falls
