Best of Three Rivers: Luxury Zimbabwe & Botswana Tour
Discover the best of Southern Africa on this luxurious Zimbabwe safari and Botswana tour, combining spectacular natural wonders with world-class wildlife experiences. Over 7 unforgettable days, explore the majestic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe before crossing into Botswana to experience the game-rich Chobe National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, river safaris, and exceptional wildlife viewing. Continued by scenic light aircraft into the breathtaking Okavango Delta, where exclusive safari camps, pristine waterways, and remarkable wildlife encounters create an authentic African safari adventure. Blending luxury accommodations, expert-guided activities, and some of the region's most iconic landscapes, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of comfort, adventure, and unforgettable safari experiences.
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary (subject to availability at the time of booking)
- Meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Included activities and excursions
- Shared ground transportation as mentioned
- Seat on all indicated domestic flights
- Rainforest entrance fee
- Comprehensive travel documentation, including a detailed itinerary, route maps, vouchers, and travel information
- 24/7 friendly customer support throughout your trip
- Prompt and reliable assistance with local service providers
- Personal expenses and items of a personal nature
- Optional tours and additional activities
- International airfare
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met and transferred to Old Drift Lodge, located approximately 40 minutes from the airport. Settle into your luxury riverside accommodation and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Zambezi National Park and enjoy your Zimbabwe Safari.
Safari Experiences:
Enjoy a full day exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of the region with a selection of included activities:
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Zambezi River safaris
- Guided bush walks
- Guided tour of Victoria Falls (entrance fee excluded)
Accommodation:
- Old Drift Lodge
- Room: Luxury Tented Suite x 1 (Fully Inclusive)
- Nestled on the banks of the Zambezi River, just 7 km upstream from Victoria Falls, Old Drift Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience in the heart of Zambezi National Park. The lodge overlooks the river and a nearby waterhole, where elephants, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, kudu, sable, eland, waterbuck, and impala are frequently seen.
- Features: A private plunge pool, indoor and outdoor showers, an outdoor bathtub, and a star bed for an unforgettable night beneath the African sky.
Included: All meals, selected safari activities, local beverages, return airport transfers (Victoria Falls or Livingstone), conservation levy and national park fees, and complimentary town shuttle service.
Excluded: Premium beverages, optional excursions and activities, and laundry services.
After breakfast, and a final morning activity on your Zimbabwe safari (time permitting), you will be transferred from Old Drift Lodge to Chobe Game Lodge in Botswana. Your driver will assist you with the border crossing before continuing to the lodge, where your next safari adventure begins.
Safari Experiences:
During your stay, enjoy expertly guided safari activities showcasing the incredible wildlife of Chobe National Park, including:
- Morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles
- Scenic boat safaris along the Chobe River
Chobe is famous for hosting Africa's largest concentration of elephants, offering remarkable opportunities to observe large herds up close. The park is also home to buffalo, lions, African wild dogs, giraffes, sable antelope, roan antelope, red lechwe, puku, and an abundance of birdlife, making it one of the highlights of any Botswana tour.
Accommodation:
- Chobe Game Lodge
- Board Basis: Fully Inclusive
- The only permanent lodge within Chobe National Park, Chobe Game Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience with direct access to the wildlife-rich Chobe Riverfront. This five-star eco-certified lodge features elegant lounges, riverside viewing decks, multiple dining venues, and a swimming pool overlooking the surrounding wilderness.
- Features: Riverside viewing decks, a swimming pool, multiple restaurants, lounges and bars, a prime location within Chobe National Park, and a five-star eco-certified setting.
Included: All meals, local beverages, scheduled game drives and river safaris, national park fees, laundry service, and intermittent Wi-Fi.
Excluded: Premium imported wines, champagnes, and spirits.
The next chapter of your Botswana tour unfolds in the spectacular Okavango Delta. After your morning safari activity (depending on your flight schedule), you will transfer to Kasane Airport for a scenic light aircraft flight to Kanana Airstrip, followed by a short game-drive transfer to your safari camp.
- Transfer to Kasane Airport: Approximately 30 minutes
- Transfer from Kanana Airstrip: Approximately 30 minutes
Safari Experiences:
Enjoy a variety of guided activities led by expert safari guides, including:
- Game drives (maximum four guests per vehicle)
- Mokoro excursions
- Motorboat safaris (water levels permitting)
- Guided bush walks
Accommodation:
- Kanana Camp
- Board Basis: Fully Inclusive
- Nestled on the picturesque Xudum River in the southwestern Okavango Delta, Kanana is surrounded by palm-fringed islands, winding waterways, and open lagoons. This private concession offers exceptional wildlife viewing on both land and water, making it one of the Delta's most diverse safari destinations.
- Features: Spacious en-suite safari tents, raised teak viewing decks, a unique Sleep Out Deck under the stars, and access to exclusive safari experiences within a private concession.
Included: All meals, local beverages, scheduled safari activities, park fees, and laundry service.
Excluded: Premium beverages.
After a final morning safari activity (time permitting), check out of Kanana and transfer to Kanana Airstrip, approximately 30 minutes from the lodge. From there, board your scheduled light aircraft flight to Maun International Airport, where your unforgettable Botswana and Zimbabwe safari comes to an end.
Transfer Time: Approximately 30 minutes from Kanana to Kanana Airstrip.
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