Classic Botswana Safari and Victoria Falls

Day 1

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

We will meet you at Victoria Falls Airport and drive you to Ilala Lodge, the closest hotel to the mighty Victoria Falls. It's a lovely spot and you have two nights here. There is plenty to do in the town aside from visiting the falls (which is a must) - there's theatre productions, adrenalin activities, cultural visits and some lovely places to sit and have a spot of lunch such as the Lookout Café.

Day 2

Victoria Falls

Enjoy another day of exploration of this magical part of the world. You could choose a helicopter flight over the falls, white-water rafting, or even a bungee jump. Enjoy a Boma dinner, a lively experience celebrating Zimbabwe's rich culture or enjoy lunch at a home in the village. The choices are endless. One activity we recommend is a sunset cruise on the Zambezi, watch as the sun sets and turns the water various shades of yellow, orange and red before it disappears below the horizon.

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Day 3

Chobe

After breakfast, we will take you over to Botswana, to Chobe Game Lodge in the Chobe National Park. Your lodge is on the banks of the Chobe River and being the only accommodation situated within the park, you can beat the rush in the mornings and stay out longer in the evenings. You have two nights here, and there is a range of things to do. Perhaps today an afternoon boat trip on the Chobe River might be the perfect way to celebrate being in Botswana!

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Day 4

Chobe

You'll be able to enjoy a game drive in the famous Chobe National Park. It is a park well known for its huge population of elephants, but that is certainly not all. There is a wide diversity of wildlife here, from antelopes such as impala and sable, to giraffes, buffalos and hippos to predators such as lions, leopards and hyenas. It's a fabulous park.

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Day 5

Okavango Delta

This morning we will drive you to Kasane Airport where you'll take a light plane to the Okavango Delta. Your camp, Camp Okavango, is on a private concession and the focus is the water. The diversity of the landscape here attracts an equal diversity of wildlife. You can enjoy the wildlife experience in a variety of ways here too. Explore with your expert poler in a mokoro (dugout canoe) trips and in contrast abord a modern motorboat trips too. If you want to get close to nature guided walks are offered on nearby islands.

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Day 6

Okavango Delta

Enjoy an early breakfast this morning, as you anticipate another exciting day in the Delta, encountering all manner of wildlife. After relaxing back at the camp during the lunchtime siesta, you'll be out again in the afternoon, and enjoying sundowners by the evening. Birding in the Delta is often a highlight and those who like fishing can try and catch some bream or, depending on the time of year, a tiger fish.

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Day 7

Moremi Game Reserve

A short flight will take you to the famous Moremi Game Reserve - a wildlife enthusiasts heaven. You have two nights here at Camp Moremi. Together with your guide you can traverse this game rich terrain in a 4x4 and also head out in a motorboat on the lagoon. As you are within the game reserve, walking is not allowed, but you can cover more ground in the game drive vehicle.

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Day 8

Moremi Game Reserve

Another exciting wildlife-watching day in the Moremi Game Reserve. By now you'll be a dab hand at recognising animal behaviours and spotting tracks and spoor. Every game drive is different, you never know what you will encounter. Return to camp for a delightful dinner and a drink by the crackling fire before falling asleep to the sounds of the bush.

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View from the hide at Leroo La Tau, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana

Day 9

Makgadikgadi National Park

After your morning game activity, you are flown to Makgadikgadi National Park for a change of scenery. This is a total contrast to the lush Okavango Delta. The lodge is perched above the Boteti River, an important water source which is critical to the annual zebra migration. The main activity here is game driving, but depending on water levels boat activities can also be offered.

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Bush dinner at Leroo La Tau, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana

Day 10

Makgadikgadi National Park

Enjoy your last day on safari, and make the most of this lovely camp during the day. The wildlife you might see here varies depending on the time you visit, as it's very much a seasonal movement of game in this area. In the dry winter months, around June to November, you will often see big herds of elephants, plus large numbers of zebra and wildebeest (and their accompanying predators), though there is always resident wildlife around throughout the year.

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Lion near Leroo La Tau, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana

Day 11

Depart

After breakfast and your morning game activity we will take you back to the airstrip to catch your flight to Maun. From here you will be able to link with your onward flights.

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Classic Botswana Safari and Victoria Falls Itinerary

11 days from £5,875pp plus international flights.