Botswana highlights & Victoria Falls
From US$ 14,175 per person sharing (14 days)
Trust us to find you the rarest animals, the most spectacular wildlife events, the remotest landscapes and deeply meaningful cultural encounters!
This is arguably the ultimate Botswana and Victoria Falls combo safari. We explore the wildlife-rich Okavango Delta, Khwai, Chobe, and Makgadikgadi Pans, and then indulge in the romance of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, Africa's adventure capital
Have you ever slept under a gazillion stars (in comfort, of course), drifted silently amongst playing elephants, met a family of meerkats or been romanced by the 'smoke that thunders'? Well, here's your chance to do these things and much more!
Jam-packed with exciting activities, wildlife action and iconic landscapes - a safari for the connoisseur !
Highlights
Incredible wildlife viewing - including the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo), cheetah, wild dog, spotted and brown hyena, red lechwe, zebra, giraffe, oryx, springbok and smaller creatures such as meerkats, aardvark, serval and pangolin.
Wonderfully scenic landscapes, including vast salt pans, wide rivers and deep channels, floodplains, riverine forest, deciduous woodland and, of course, the iconic Victoria Falls
A range of activities, assuring excellent, varied wildlife viewing - including guided game drives, walking safaris, boat safaris on the Chobe River, mokoro (traditional canoe) outings, quad biking, visiting habituated meerkats, cultural learning from the local Zu/’hoasi Bushmen and a host of optional Victoria Falls activities.
Scenic flights over these vast ancient landscapes
Locations
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans - one of the largest salt flats in the world - offers exciting safaris that include wildlife game drives, meeting habituated meerkats, quad biking, spending time with Bushmen and glamping under the stars (for the more adventurous).
Khwai is a wildlife-rich safari haven in the eastern fringes of the Okavango Delta, sandwiched between Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park. The exclusive Khwai Private Reserve is renowned for its excellent big cat and wild dog sightings.
The Okavango Delta is a verdant inland delta formed by the mighty Okavango River flowing into the Kalahari Desert, a unique ecosystem shaped by annual floodwaters from Angola and channels engineered by hippos and elephants. The lush Okavango Delta teems with diverse wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo & rhino), wild dog, cheetah, hippo and pangolin.
Locations (continued)
Chobe Riverfront in the massive Chobe National Park attracts huge herds of elephants and buffalo in the dry season, offering fantastic photographic opportunities as they bathe and drink in the late afternoon sunlight. Chobe wildlife includes four of the Big Five (only rhinos are absent), cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs and plenty of other species.
Victoria Falls - Africa's adventure capital - marks the spot where the mighty Zambezi River gathers its strength and tumbles into dramatic gorges 100 metres below: the single largest continuous falling curtain of water in the world. To immerse yourself in that thumping energy of the Smoke that Thunders is to recharge your batteries. Victoria Falls is rightly on most safari bucket lists - you could spend weeks there and enjoy a new experience every day.
Lodges
3 nights at Camp Kalahari: An authentic camp on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans that blends rustic charm with comfort. Guests explore the salt pans, meet habituated meerkats, and learn cultural insights with the Zu/’hoasi Bushmen.
3 nights at Sable Alley: Overlooking a hippo-filled lagoon in Khwai Private Reserve, Sable Alley offers spacious tented suites and sweeping views of the floodplains. Enjoy game drives, mokoro excursions, and bush walks.
2 nights at Splash Camp: Located in the heart of the Okavango Delta’s private Kwara Reserve, Splash Camp offers contemporary tented suites in an area known for exceptional year-round wildlife viewing.
2 nights at Chobe Game Lodge: Set on the banks of the Chobe River, this eco-luxury lodge is the only permanent lodge within Chobe National Park. Expect superb game viewing, sunset cruises, and a pioneering all-female guiding team.
3 nights at Palm River Hotel: On the Zambezi River just upstream from Victoria Falls, Palm River Hotel offers a peaceful riverside retreat. Elegant rooms and lush gardens create an ideal base for visiting the Falls and exploring the region.
Timing
The best months for wildlife viewing are from June to mid-November, coinciding with the Southern African dry season. Wildlife concentrates around permanent water sources, maximising sightings of predators. Note that September to November will be warm to hot, whereas June to August offers mild temperatures.
The dry season also coincides with lower Zambezi River water levels at Victoria Falls, ensuring a clear view of the Falls, exciting river rafting and less spray to fog your camera lens.
The rainy season months (December to March/April) are excellent for bird-watchers looking to make the most of the influx of migratory species, as well as for seeing plenty of wildlife babies and predator action, as the big cats focus on young prey.
You can enjoy this safari at any time of year, with careful planning. Our safari experts will help you make the best timing decision.
Price per person sharing
13 nights (14 days) | ||
Low season | January to March 2026 | from US$ 14,175 |
High season | July to September 2026 | from US$ 21,900 |
Includes: All flights Johannesburg-Maun-Camp Kalahari-Sable Alley-Splash Camp-Johannesburg and transfers Kasane Airport-Chobe Game lodge-Victoria Falls-Victoria Falls Airport, all accommodations and activities, all meals and local drinks while on safari, breakfast at Victoria Falls, all park and conservation fees, meerkat experience & walks with the Zu/hoasi Bushmen at Camp Kalahari, visit to Godikwe heronry at Splash camp.
Excludes: International flights and airport taxes, unless otherwise stated; excess luggage charges; visa or entry permits; travel and medical insurance (mandatory); tips and gratuities; personal items such as telephone calls and laundry; optional safari extensions and additional activities not specified in the itinerary; lunches, dinners and drinks in Victoria Falls.
Thank you!
We donate a portion of the revenue from every safari sold to carefully selected conservation projects that make a significant difference at ground level.
“Otherworldly solitude”
Ross Exler, AG Botswana safari expert: "A stunning journey through some of Botswana’s top safari regions, combining exclusive Okavango concessions, the only lodge within Chobe, and the wild, otherworldly solitude of the Makgadikgadi."
“Sustainable luxury”
Benjamin Lederer, AG Botswana safari expert: "Chobe Game Lodge, the only lodge inside the park, offers whisper-quiet safaris with electric boats and vehicles. Don’t miss the eco back-of-house tour - a rare glimpse into how the lodge champions sustainable luxury."
“Unforgettable desert experience”
Our destinations expert, Nadia Lautenbach, says, “At Camp Kalahari, don’t miss a walk with the San Bushmen - their ancient stories and survival skills bring the desert to life in a way you’ll never forget.”
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