9-Day Experience the Best of Botswana

9-Day Experience the Best of Botswana

$64,960 (Per Adult)

$7,218 (Per Adult) / Day

(Includes)

  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Accomodation
  • Sightseeing

Duration9 day(s)

LocationBotswana

Start PointVictoria Falls

End PointJohannesburg

AvailabilityJan 23 , 2019 to Nov 27 , 2019

Summary

Join this scheduled small group adventure tour that starts in Victoria Falls and ends in Johannesburg, with monthly set departures dates. Stand on the edge of the mighty Victoria Falls, enjoy a sunset river cruise in the Chobe National Park, marvel at the vastness of the Makgadikgadi salt pans, glide through the waterways of the Okavango Delta and traverse the remote Central Kalahari.

Activities

  • Bird Photography
  • Boat Cruise
  • Canoeing
  • Dance
  • Evening Drives
  • Game Walk
  • Landscape photography
  • Morning Drives
  • Night drive
  • Scenic Drive
  • Wildlife Photography
  • Game drive
  • Bird Watching
  • Culture

Places

  • Okavango Delta, Botswana
  • Maun, Botswana

Physical Condition

  • Normal Physical Condition

Connectivity

  • WiFi and phone coverage at some lodges

Day-by-day Description

Day 1Victoria Falls

Activities Included

Bird Photography Landscape photography Bird Watching Culture

Today you have the opportunity to visit the incredible Victoria Falls, also known by the local name of “Mosi-oa Tunya” meaning the smoke that thunders. While much of day will be dedicated to viewing the mighty Zambezi River as it drops into the Batoka Gorge below, the bustling adventure town of Victoria Falls offers a range of optional activities for those wanting a dose of adrenaline in the afternoon. For travellers looking to relax there are craft markets to explore and a delicious high tea is on offer at the Victoria Falls Hotel. Tonight we enjoy an optional dinner out, your guide will assist you to decide on the many options available. Optional Activities: Visit the Victoria Falls, Bungee Jump, Gorge Swing, Sunset Cruise, Helicopter Flights, Boma Dinner Experience, Dinner Cruise and more.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Available Accomodations

Rainbow Hotel Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

$0 Per Adult

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Day 2Chobe National Park

Activities Included

Bird Photography Boat Cruise Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture

After breakfast you will take a short drive to the Botswana border, crossing into Botswana where we will set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon is set aside for exploring the Chobe National Park. If you have purchased the Activity Package you will begin your exploration in 4x4 vehicles, which allows an up close and personal experience with the many elephants that frequent the Chobe riverfront in the afternoons. The afternoon ends with a leisurely boat cruise on the Chobe River. Activity Packages: Chobe National Park Game Drive and Chobe National Park Boat Cruise.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Chobe National Park, Kasane, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Thebe River Safari

Chobe National Park, Kasane, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 3Kasane to Nata

Activities Included

Bird Photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture

Today we leave Kasane and travel south towards Nata. Some people also call this route the “game drive route”, as you might see some wildlife while travelling through the area. Upon arrival you will be able to relax and spend some time at the lodge. If times allows we have some activities available to enjoy at sunset.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Nata, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Nata Lodge

Nata, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 4Nata to Maun

Activities Included

Bird Photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture

Today our journey takes us across the northern reaches of the Makgadikgadi Pans, the road from Nata to Maun is lined with majestic examples of the amazing iconic Baobab tree and we will catch glimpses of the extensive pans that stretch out to the South. As portion of our route bisects the Nxai Pan and Makgadikgadi National Parks, if we are lucky we may encounter some of the wildlife that roams this vast protected area. Activity Package: Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Maun, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Sedia Riverside Hotel

Maun, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 5Maun

Activities Included

Bird Photography Boat Cruise Game Walk Landscape photography Morning Drives Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture

The most rewarding and enjoyable way to explore and experience the beauty and serenity of this intricate system of lily covered channels and lagoon’s is by mokoro. Heading out early, you will be transferred by safari vehicle to the poling station (approximately 1 hour away) where you will meet the polers who will be escorting us into the Delta. The polers will steer us through the serene area of narrow, reed lined channels which open out onto beautiful lagoons. Reaching one of the many islands, a nature walk may be taken with your poler. Return by mokoro back to the mooring station. While the mokoro trail is not primarily a game viewing activity, a variety of game may be encountered in this pristine wilderness area including elephant, giraffe, kudu, impala and zebra. Those guests who have pre-purchased the upgrade package – will be transferred into the Delta upon arrival in Maun and will re-join the group on the morning of day 7. Included Highlight: Okavango Delta Day Excursion.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Maun, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Sedia Riverside Hotel

Maun, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 6Maun

Activities Included

Bird Photography Morning Drives Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching Culture

For those guests who have purchased the activity package, you will be collected from the hotel before first light and we will enter Moremi Game Reserve. As the lagoons and channels form a vital section of the Okavango Delta eco-system, sightings of bird and animal populations become more frequent as the day progresses. The game viewing routes chosen on the day by the professional guide may vary especially when high floods are experienced. Those guests who have not purchased the activity package have the day to relax at the accommodation establishment. Activity Package: Moremi Game Reserve full day excursion (Game Drive – including lunch). Optional Activity: Scenic Flight over Okavango Delta (for those that have not purchased the activity package).

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Maun, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Sedia Riverside Hotel

Maun, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 7Okavango Delta to Central Kalahari

Activities Included

Scenic Drive Culture

We travel to the Ghanzi district situated in the central Kalahari and this evening we get a first-hand experience of the very unique San culture, well known for its rich traditions of song, dance and story-telling. The nomadic San are hunter-gatherers that have passed down a rich knowledge of the plants and animals that play such an important part in their lifestyle. Included Highlight: San Tribal Dance in the evening.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

Location

Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Ghanzi District, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Tautona Lodge

Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Ghanzi District, Botswana

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Day 8Central Kalahari to Kang

Activities Included

Bird Photography Game Walk Morning Drives Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird Watching

This morning enjoy a guided walk with our San guides who will introduce you to the many secrets of their survival in the Kalahari Desert. After the guided walk we will make our way across the Trans-Kalahari highway towards the remote town of Kang. We will travel slowly along this stretch of unfenced road which could provide the odd sighting of wildlife in its natural environment. Included Highlight: Bush walk with San Guides.

Location

Kang, Botswana

Available Accomodations

Cresta Jwaneng

Kang, Botswana

$0 Per Adult

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Day 9Kang to Johannesburg

Activities Included

Scenic Drive Culture

With a long day ahead we continue our journey south to Johannesburg and South Africa. Leaving the Kalahari behind we cross the North-West Province, arriving at Belvedere Estate in the late afternoon. All travellers are invited to join us tonight for an optional traditional meal, this can be booked with your guide on the day before arrival. Many great tales are shared and tonight presents an opportunity to join fellow travellers in celebrating the many wonders of African travel. Optional Activity: Traditional meal at Belvedere Estate.

Other Benefits (On Arrival)

  • Transfer

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Upgrade Accomodation

Rainbow Hotel Victoria Falls

A stay at Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel places you in the heart of Victoria Falls, a 1-minute drive from Victoria Falls National Park and 7 minutes from Victoria Falls. This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Victoria Falls Bridge and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Devil's Pool. Make yourself at home in one of the 88 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers are provided. Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.

Accomodation Type

Hotel

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child
Thebe River Safari

Located in Kasane, within a 15-minute walk of Tiger Fishing Spot (not accessible anymore) and 1.7 km of School, Thebe River safaris features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool. Impalila Conservancy is 2.1 km from the hotel. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to barbecue facilities and to a garden. The hotel provides a shared lounge. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and a shower, and selected rooms include a terrace. The rooms at Thebe River safaris are fitted with a seating area. Buffet and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation. At Thebe River safaris you will find a restaurant serving international, steakhouse and pizza cuisine. Gluten-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Accomodation Type

Lodge

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child
Nata Lodge

An oasis set among the Mokolwane palms on the edge of the pans. It is ideally situated close to the entrance to the Nata Sanctuary and is just off the main road, 10 km from Nata village. This is the junction to the Okavango, Chobe and Francistown areas. The Nata River delta feeds the Sua Pan in the Nata sanctuary and forms the breeding ground for a host of water birds including pelicans and flamingo in their thousands, transforming the shore line into a pink haze blending into the western sky. Nata Lodge offers guided tours in open safari vehicles into the sanctuary, not to be missed.

Accomodation Type

Lodge

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child
Sedia Riverside Hotel

In harmony with nature, small but unique with only twenty four rooms and ten cottages. The Sedia Riverside Hotel is characterized by competent service from a very personable staff who create a warm and welcoming ambiance Spacious grounds stretch down to the Thalamakane River, offering a sanctuary for total relaxation and privacy in which you may find yourself carried away from stress and routine. The environmentally friendly facilities integrated into this attractive natural setting ensures an enjoyable stay whether for business or pleasure.

Accomodation Type

Hotel

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child
Tautona Lodge

Tautona Lodge is a private game reserve located 5 minutes from the town Ghanzi. Ghanzi is a town in the western part of the Republic of Botswana in Southern Africa. The lodge is situated on a private reserve surrounded by beautiful palm trees and a quiet atmosphere in the Kalahari with an abundance of wildlife including Eland, Oryx, Giraffe, Zebra, Impala, Ostrich, and Kudu as well as an extensive variety of bird life. Tautona Lodge offers affordable accommodation to holiday makers as well as the many business people that frequently visit Ghanzi. Secluded and tranquil with Waterbuck, Wildebeest and Eland that graze peacefully amongst the chalets. A place to enjoy your stay while in Ghanzi or to use as a stop-over during your travels through Botswana, the amenities at the lodge include an excellent À la carte restaurant, sports bar, pool table, darts and a swimming pool. Our friendly staff is committed to ensure you have an enjoyable stay.

Accomodation Type

Lodge

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child
Cresta Jwaneng

Cresta Jwaneng Hotel is undoubtedly the best place to stay in Jwaneng, with comfortable and friendly accommodation, conveniently located just along the Trans-Kalahari Highway that links Johannesburg to Windhoek. The hotel is only five minutes away from the world-renowned Jwaneng Mine as well as the nearby Jwana Game Park, which attracts students and wildlife enthusiasts alike. A place to enjoy your stay while in Jwaneng or to use as a stop- over during your travels through Botswana, the fully-equipped Cresta Jwaneng has all the modern amenities one would need, including a swimming pool, restaurant and bar, Internet access and satellite television. Surrounded by pleasant gardens and a quiet atmosphere, this Jwaneng accommodation establishment has 65 air-conditioned bedrooms, each with their own with en suite bathroom. Whether you are in town for business or pleasure, the hotel provides a perfect balance, with adequate conference facilities that can accommodate up to 200 people, comfortable accommodation and superb cuisine. Coupled with this is the ever-friendly staff who will make your stay at Cresta Jwaneng an unforgettable experience. Cresta Jwaneng is a true African Roots Brand that provides great value and service; it is modern, affordable and represents something that is inherent in African hospitality. The emphasis of the hotel is on being able to deliver value for money and go beyond the guests’ expectations.

Accomodation Type

Hotel

Granduer

Medium

Adults

$0 Per Adult

Childrens (Under 12)

$0 Per Child

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