Day 1: Savute Elephant Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana, Savuti - Chobe National Park
Savuti - Chobe National Park
Savuti, also known as Savute lies in the heart of Botswana’s beautiful Chobe National Park. This dynamic wilderness is a sweeping expanse of savannah brooded over by several rocky outcrops which guard a relic marsh and the dry channel that was once its lifeline. The Savute goes through wet and dry cycles, where wild dogs hunt in the dry river channel where crocodiles swam only twenty years ago. Visitors to this spectacular area can spot abundant wildlife including: a variety of birds, elephants, antelope, lion prides, black-backed jackal, bat-eared foxes, tsessebe, kudu, hyena, cheetah Cape buffalo herds, and thousands of migrating zebra and wildebeest.
Day Itinerary
Arrive in Maun, meet and greet at the airport and assistance to your scheduled charter flight to the Savute.
Check-in and orientation at the lodge, afternoon tea is served before your first afternoon activity.
Game Drives
It’s dark outside as a cup of steaming coffee and a freshly-baked pastry is brought to your tent. The first rays of sun are sneaking over the horizon as you set out with your guide. As the light intensifies, the scent of wild sage perfumes the air.
Early morning and late afternoon game drives take you out and among Africa’s largest populations of elephants. Big cats are on the prowl, from leopards to lions. Depending on the season you will also experience the great migrations such as zebra and antelope. Rare sightings might include the endangered wild dog, rock-climbing klipspringers and the elegant roan antelope.
Equally atmospheric and exciting are evening drives, as the shadows lengthen and the sky turns red. Animals and birds emerge from their siesta, and suddenly the bush is alive with sights and sounds.
Game viewing vehicles sit up to only 6 guests, allowing all on board to enjoy the wildlife from a window seat.
Day 2: Savute Elephant Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana, Savuti - Chobe National Park
Day Itinerary
Full day on safari with twice daily safari activities.
Basis
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Day 3: Eagle Island Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana, Okavango Delta
Okavango Delta
Situated in the northwestern corner of Botswana, the Okavango Delta is a World Heritage Site as it is the largest inland delta in the world. The magnificent Okavango River sprawls out over the dry sands of the Kalahari Desert forming this flourishing waterlogged oasis featuring countless meandering waterways and crystal clear lagoons studded with water lilies, as well as fertile floodplains and reeded islands inhabited with abundant wildlife. The Okavango Delta stretches over an impressive15000 square kilometres. Visitors can enjoy a number of wonderful activities such as game viewing, fishing, bird watching or taking an authentic guided Mokoro excursion through this wetland paradise in a traditional dugout canoe. Commonly spotted animals include: lion, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippos, elephants, crocodiles and countless species of bird.
Day Itinerary
Morning activity, check out and transfer to airstrip for scheduled charter flight to the Okavango Delta.
Check-in and orientation at the lodge, afternoon tea is served before your first afternoon activity.*
* Kindly note that water activities (Mokoro Canoe, Barge Cruise and Motorboat Safari) depend on water levels and are generally not offered during low season when water levels are too low.
Day 4: Eagle Island Lodge, A Belmond Safari, Botswana, Okavango Delta
Day Itinerary
Full day on safari with twice daily safari activities.
Basis
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Day 5: Victoria Falls River Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most impressive waterfalls. It is set on the magnificent Zambezi River which creates the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. These spectacular falls can be easily visited and viewed from the Zimbabwean side. Considered to be the world’s widest waterfalls, Victoria Falls measures an impressive 1708 metres in width. The small town of Victoria Falls, which lies adjacent to the waterfalls, serves as a great base from which to explore the many attractions this area of Zimbabwe has to offer. The surrounding area provides a wide range of adrenalin-filled activities for adventure lovers. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities including: scenic flights, micro lighting, white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and once-in-a-lifetime expeditions into the incredible Chobe National Park.
Day Itinerary
Transfer to airstrip for seat-in-charter flight to Kasane. Here you will be met and transferred across the Botswana border, into Zimbabwe to your luxury lodge located on the banks of the Zambezi River.
Lunch, check-in and orientation before your first afternoon activity.
Morning and Afternoon Game Drives
Join your Guide and head out in a game-viewer to explore the 150,000 acres that make up the Zambezi National Park.
Whether the opting to be the first to catch the ‘bush telegraphs’ early broadcast of the previous night’s events - or preferring to take a leisurely break, from an afternoon of game spotting, to enjoy the phenomenal sunset with sun-downers – a Victoria Falls River Lodge's safari experience promises to be memorable.
(Included in accommodation rate)
Day 6: Victoria Falls River Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Full day to enjoy the wide range of activities on offer from the lodge and to relax and take in the unique setting.
Basis
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Day 7: Victoria Falls River Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day Itinerary
Another full day to explore the Victoria Falls area.
Basis
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Day 8: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
After your final morning activity you will transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your departure.
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
