This two-country adventure, which includes Zimbabwe and Botswana, offers a wonderfully varied safari experience. Start off at Victoria Falls, where you can take in the glorious waterfall and enjoy activities on the Zambezi River. Next, you’ll cross the border into Chobe, famous for its elephant. Finally, you’ll fly to the watery wonderland of the Okavango Delta.
After clearing immigration and customs at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met by a representative who will transfer you to Batonka Guest Lodge, situated in the heart of Victoria Falls. Settle in and let your adventure begin.
The day is yours to spend at your leisure. Enjoy the variety of activities on offer around Victoria Falls, such as a tour of the falls, where you can witness ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, a canoe trip along the mighty Zambezi (additional cost) or a microlight adventure over the falls (additional cost), to name a few. The choice is yours!
Today you will be transferred to Chobe Bakwena Lodge for your two-night stay. This is an intimate, privately owned eco-lodge on the banks of the Chobe River, where you can enjoy two activities per day – focused on both land and water-based safaris. In between, relax around the natural swimming pool or enjoy a well deserved siesta.
Early morning and afternoon drives ensure every game drive box is ticked. Experienced guides with extensive knowledge of Chobe National Park provide an entertaining and educational addition to your safari. Alternatively, float in a 24-seater boat, past creatures great and small, while you are in awe of the break of dawn with a strong brewed coffee in hand, or swirling a gin and tonic as you watch the setting sun.
Today you’ll head to Kasane Airport for your scheduled flight into the Khwai Private Reserve. On arrival, a guide will be waiting to take you to Elephant Pan Camp, your base for the next three nights. Set beside the area’s only permanent water source — a natural gathering spot for wildlife — the camp offers wonderful game viewing, often right from the comfort of your tent.
Rise early for a morning game drive along the banks of the Khwai River. Later, unwind at the lodge or cool off in the pool before heading out again for an afternoon drive through a section of the 200,000‑hectare private concession that Elephant Pan calls home. As the day draws to a close, gather in the open‑air boma to watch the fire crackle and soak in the sounds of the African night.
Today, enjoy a guided walk from the camp and get a new perspective on your surroundings! Why not adventure to the new underground hide, which offers a spectacular vantage point of Elephant’s Pool. Situated about 20 minutes from camp, here you’ll have the chance to watch elephant, zebra, giraffe, wild dog and other wildlife as they come to cool off and rehydrate. This is a wonderful experience and a photographer’s dream.
Today you will be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Maun, in time for your international flight back home.
