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Livingstone and Botswana Family Safari

Inspirational safari family vacation to Zambia and Botswana

A bucket list family safari packed full of adventure and excitement.  See one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls, and then wonder at Botswana’s famous wildlife on a 2-part, family-friendly safari.   The perfect start to your safari, Toka Leya Camp overlooks islands in the Zambezi River and is situated in Mosi- oa-Tunya National Park, a short drive from Livingstone and Victoria Falls. Relax, rejuvenate, or pump up your adrenalin with bungee jumping, white-water rafting, helicoptering, and other thrills. 

From Zambia your family will head into the wilds of Botswana, taking in 2 of the country's most diverse and game-rich areas, the Linyanti, staying at Savuti Camp, and the Okavango Delta, staying at Little Vumbura Camp. At each stop you will enjoy a specially tailored daily program of activities from day and night game drives to boat trips and fishing adventures, all accompanied by a private guide, ensuring complete flexibility.  Each camp also has a Bush Buddy program designed to engage your children in nature-based, fun-filled activities. 

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Day by Day summary

  • Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Livingstone
  • 3 nights - Toka Leya Camp, Livingstone & Victoria Falls, Zambia
  • 3 nights - Savuti Camp, Linyanti, Botswana
  • 3 nights - Little Vumbura Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
  • Ends - Transfer to Maun for your international flight home

At a glance

  • Country Icon Botswana, Zambia
  • Nights Icon 9 Nights
  • Safari Icon Safari

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Guide Price

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Includes flights from JFK
Price per person based on a family of 4
Itinerary Details

Day-by-day

Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Livingstone

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Day 1 - 4

Upon arrival at Livingstone Airport you will be met by a member of the Mahlatini team who will transfer you by road to your lodge.

  • 3 nights

Toka Leya Camp
All Inclusive | Family Room
Zambia

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Day 4 - 7

Today you will be transferred back to Livingstone airport where you will connect with your onward flight via light aircraft to the Linyanti.

  • 3 nights

Savuti Camp
All Inclusive | Family Room
Botswana

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Day 7 - 10

Today you will be transferred back to the airstrip for your onward flight via light aircraft to the Okavango Delta.

  • 3 nights

Little Vumbura Camp
All Inclusive | Family Room
Botswana

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Day 10

Today you will be transferred back to the airstrip for your onward flight via light aircraft to Maun Airport. Here you will connect with your onward flight home.

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Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.

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Includes

  • Accommodation in family rooms
  • Meals as specified
  • Drinks (excluding premium brands)
  • Light aircraft transfers as detailed in the itinerary
  • All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
  • Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
  • National Parks and conservation entry fees
  • Private safari vehicle & guide
  • Itinerary and costings are based on 2 children aged between 6 - 16 (inclusive)
  • Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
  • Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
  • Community projects contribution with Uthando
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Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
  • Visas and visa fees where relevant
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ACTIVITIES

This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.

  • 4 WD Safari Icon 4WD Safari
  • Birdwatching Icon Birdwatching
  • Boat Trip Icon Boat Trip
  • Guided Walking Safari Icon Guided Walking Safari
  • Mokoro Icon Mokoro
  • Night Drive Icon Night Drive
  • Helicopter Flights Icon Helicopter Flights
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights Icon Hot Air Balloon Flights
  • White Water Rafting Icon White Water Rafting
  • Conservation Experience Icon Conservation Experience
  • Cultural Experience Icon Cultural Experience
  • Canoeing Kayaking Icon Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing Icon Fishing
  • Kids Club Icon Kids Club
  • Kids Bushcraft Icon Kids Bushcraft
  • Food Experience Icon Food Experiences
  • Photography Safari Icon Photography Safari
  • Star Gazing Star Bed Icon Star Gazing/Star Bed
  • Natural Wonders Icon Natural Wonders
  • Wellness Spa Icon Wellness/Spa
Enriching encounters

ICONIC WILDLIFE

Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.

  • African Wilddog
    African Wilddog
  • Zebra
    Zebra
  • Wildebeest
    Wildebeest
  • White Rhino
    White Rhino
  • Southern Giraffe
    Southern Giraffe
  • Sable
    Sable
  • Pels Fishing Owl
    Pels Fishing Owl
  • Lion
    Lion
  • Leopard
    Leopard
  • Lechwe
    Lechwe
  • Impala
    Impala
  • Hippo
    Hippo
  • Elephant
    Elephant
  • Crocodile
    Crocodile
  • Cheetah
    Cheetah
  • Bushbuck
    Bushbuck
  • Buffalo
    Buffalo
  • African Fish Eagle
    African Fish Eagle
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