The A Tale of Botswana
Sitting at the heart of Southern Africa, Botswana is a truly diverse land. From the arid wilderness of the Kalahari to the lush, verdant Okavango Delta, this surprising country will cast its spell over you.
This is undoubtedly Africa's greatest wildlife destination, with game roaming free across the plains and not restricted to the parks.
The capital Gaberone is home to the best selling book ' The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency' and whilst there, we will endeavour to show you as many of the books locations as possible.
For the safari section of this itinerary we have selected a unique collection of small luxury lodges, all located in very different and diverse areas of the country and managed by teams of dedicated professionals determined to show you the best the country has to offer.
Victoria Falls is the point where the mighty Zambezi River plunges into a chasm some 108 metres below. It is a spectacular sight any time of the year and the area offers a wide range of river, land and air-based activities from relaxing sunset cruises to high thrill micro-light and helicopter flights.
Victoria Falls Excursions and Day TripsThis wonderful itinerary can be combined with our fantastic
South Africa Safari Itineraries, which include The Garden Route and The Winelands. The majority start in Cape Town, where we can also offer a number of
Tours and Excursions.
During your stay in Victoria Falls, why not book some of our fantastic
Excursions and Day Trips?
DAY 1 HEATHROW-GABERONEFly overnight via Johannesburg to Gaberone.
DAY 2 GABERONEArrive into Gaberone Airport where you are met by our representative and transferred to your Hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Gaberone Sun, or similar.
DAY 3 GABERONEToday's highlights include a visit to Mochudi, the "birth place" of Precious, Zebra Way where Precious supposedly "lived" and see the Gum tree plantation Precious would gaze at whilst contemplating her latest case. You will also have the chance for a cup of bush tea on the terrace of the President Hotel and to watch the daily activities in the Main Mall area.
Overnight: Gaberone Sun, or similar. (b,l)
DAY 4 GABERONE-MAUN-OKAVANGO DELTATransfer to the airport for your flight to Maun and onward to the Okavango Delta.
Overnight: Camp Moremi (b,d)
DAY 5 OKAVANGO DELTAA full day in the Delta with two game activities included.
Overnight: Camp Moremi (b,l,d)
DAY 6 OKAVANGO DELTA-SAVUTETravel by light aircraft from your Delta Lodge to Savute.
Overnight: Savute Safari Lodge (b,l,d)
DAY 7 SAVUTEA full day at Savute with two game drives included.
Overnight: Savute Safari Lodge (b,l,d)
DAY 8 SAVUTE-CHOBEAfter your morning game activity and breakfast, you will depart for Savute airport for your air charter to Kasane and your Chobe Lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive by 4x4 safari vehicle or a safari cruise.
Overnight Chobe Game Lodge(b,l,d)
DAY 9 CHOBETwo game activities will be offered today, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, options include both water and land based game activities.
Overnight: Chobe Game Lodge(b,l,d)
DAY 10 CHOBE-VICTORIA FALLSEnjoy an early morning cruise on the river or a game drive by open vehicle. In the late morning transfer across the border into Zambia and on to your Victoria Falls hotel and a Sundowner cruise on the Zambezi.
Overnight: Zambezi Sun (b)
Optional Victoria Falls Excursions and Day TripsDAY 11 VICTORIA FALLSTake a guided tour of the 'Falls' then the remainder of the day is free.
Overnight: Zambezi Sun (b)
Optional Victoria Falls Excursions and Day TripsDAY 12 VICTORIA FALLS-HEATHROWTransfer to Livingstone airport for your flight to Johannesburg and on to Heathrow. (b)