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Ultimate Botswana and Victoria Falls Vacation

Inspirational safari to Botswana, Namibia and Zambia

This ultimate safari combines 3 of Southern Africa’s most prolific wildlife areas with a stay at the spectacular Victoria Falls. An adventure like no other, see the wildlife on game drives, mokoro canoes, safari walks, and river boats.

Begin in Botswana’s most famous area, the Okavango Delta where you will spend 3 days getting to grips with the huge concentrations of wildlife amongst the channels and waterways of this immense delta. More Big Game will be experienced on game drives in Botswana's other premier wilderness area the Linyanti before you will embark on an exciting 3-night luxury river cruise on the Zambezi Queen. Cruise along the Chobe River on the lookout for hippos, crocodiles, and the largest number of elephants in Africa. The trip will conclude at the incredible Victoria Falls in Zambia with the surrounding area offering an abundance of activities. At every stop, you will stay at luxury tented accommodations offering an intimate setting with personal service and exceptional guiding.

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Day by Day summary

  • Starts - Catch your overnight flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Maun
  • 3 nights - Little Tubu Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
  • 3 nights - Savuti Camp, Linyanti Region, Botswana
  • 3 nights - Zambezi Queen, Zambezi Region, Namibia
  • 2 nights - Thorntree River Lodge, Livingstone & Victoria Falls, Zambia
  • Ends - Transfer to Livingstone for your international flight home

At a glance

  • Country Icon Botswana, Zambia, Namibia
  • Nights Icon 11 Nights
  • Safari Icon Safari
  • Scenic Icon Scenic

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Guide Price

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Includes flights from Chicago O'Hare International
Itinerary Details

Day-by-day

Catch your overnight flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Maun

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Day 1 - 4

Arrive at Maun Airport in Botswana and fly by light aircraft to the Okavango Delta where you will be met at the airstrip and driven to your camp.

  • 3 nights

Little Tubu
All Inclusive | Tented Room
Botswana

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Day 4 - 7

Fly today by light aircraft to the Linyanti region of Botswana. A guide will meet you at the airstrip and take you to your next camp.

  • 3 nights

Savuti Camp
All Inclusive | Tented Room
Botswana

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Day 7 - 10

Fly by light aircraft today to Kasane in Botswana where you will be collected and driven over the border into Namibia’s Zambezi region. Here you will join your river cruise.

  • 3 nights

Zambezi Queen
All Inclusive | Standard Suite
Namibia

A standard suite with a balcony
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Day 10 - 12

A driver will today take you over the border into Zambia and to your lodge at Victoria Falls.

  • 2 nights

Thorntree River Lodge
All Inclusive | Tented Room
Zambia

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Day 12

Today you will be taken to Livingstone Airport for your international 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

  • International flights as detailed
  • Meals and accommodation as detailed
  • Drinks (excluding premium brands)
  • Road transfers as detailed
  • Light aircraft transfers as detailed
  • Boat transfers as detailed
  • Twice daily scheduled safari activities
  • National Park fees
  • Activities as stating within itinerary
  • Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
  • Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
  • Community projects contribution with Uthando
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Excludes

  • Entry visas and fees
  • Gratuities
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Additional activities or options on offer
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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
  • Scenic Flights Icon Scenic Flights
  • White Water Rafting Icon White Water Rafting
  • Conservation Experience Icon Conservation Experience
  • Cultural Experience Icon Cultural Experience
  • Canoeing Kayaking Icon Canoeing/Kayaking
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
  • Spotted Hyena
    Spotted Hyena
  • Southern Giraffe
    Southern Giraffe
  • Sable
    Sable
  • Pels Fishing Owl
    Pels Fishing Owl
  • Lion
    Lion
  • Leopard
    Leopard
  • Lechwe
    Lechwe
  • Kudu
    Kudu
  • Honey Badger
    Honey Badger
  • Hippo
    Hippo
  • Elephant
    Elephant
  • Crocodile
    Crocodile
  • Cheetah
    Cheetah
  • Buffalo
    Buffalo
  • African Fish Eagle
    African Fish Eagle
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