A Deluxe Highlight Tour of Victoria Falls and Botswana
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Come and explore the famous characteristics of Zimbabwe and Botswana, on this magnificent 8 day itinerary. Your first stop is in Zimbabwe where you can discover the thundering waters of Victoria Falls, Africa’s largest waterfall. Participate in a variety of adrenaline adventures at the falls, ranging from canoe safari tours, canopy tours, and even zip lining. Once you arrive in Botswana, you will spend the remaining days of your adventure exploring remote and untouched wildlife areas. Discover large herds of elephant and buffalo, and experience a tranquil river cruise in the Chobe National Park. You will also get the opportunity to explore some exceptional birding destinations along with the crystal-clear lagoons and winding waterways of the Okavango Delta.
- Tour of the Falls (excludes entrance fee)
- Sunrise and Sunset River Cruises
- Morning and Afternoon Game Drives
- Sundowner Cruise
- Bird Watching
- Game Drives
- Nature Walks
- Bush Walks
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Victoria Falls River Lodge is secluded in the outskirts of the Zambezi River. Set in the most pristine location, the lodge offers amazing sights of the renowned Victoria Falls. At Zambezi National Park, due to the area being remote and undisturbed, guests can experience exceptional wildlife adventures which can be discovered on game drives, walking safaris and leisurely river cruises offer game viewing from a different perspective. Awaken to sensational views of the sunrise and picture perfect views of the sunsets.
During your time here visit the gift shop situated in the main lodge and bring some trinkets home for friends and family, all exclusively crafted by high quality arts and talented local artists. Go on an exhilarating adventure, such as a Tour of the Falls (excludes entrance fee), Sunrise and Sunset River Cruises, Morning and Afternoon Game Drives and Bird Watching.
Victoria Falls and the Zambezi National Park
The Zambezi National Park is 560 kilometres² of untouched and pristine nature. The wide sparkling Zambezi River sits as the park’s northernmost border, with stretching luscious grasslands, glistening floodplains and mopane woodland making up the varied topography of the park, and acting as home to a number of wildlife species. Wandering through the park are buffalos, elephants, leopards, antelope, zebras, giraffes, and impala, as well as over 400 species of bird filling their air with their calls.
Roughly half way down the Zambezi, and close to Islands of Siankaba, is the natural wonder of Victoria Falls. This waterfall is the largest curtain of falling water in the world, at 1708m wide, and occurs at a point where the Zambezi River is more than 2km wide. The falls has the local name of ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’, which means ‘smoke that thunders’ and the beauty of the thundering water makes it easy to understand why it is one of the seven wonders of the world.
Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge
Located in the Kasane Forest reserve, the lodge is known for its angelic beauty and often referred to as safari heaven. Spend your days discovering the beauty of your surroundings, on exhilarating game drives around the reserve, where you will get the opportunity to look for the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalos). Or go on a relaxing sundowner cruise and search for hippos, who are known to lounge around by the river. Experience a photographic safari cruise which offers exclusive and intimate interactions with the animals in order to capture the perfect shot. At an additional cost you can experience a fishing excursion.
For those on a family trip, Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge offers a children’s program, with a wide range of activities to explore to keep them entertained. Walking safaris are conducted within the grounds of the lodge for children to learn about tree identification by collecting pods, leaves and seeds scattered across the area. Children will also participate in a ‘safari hunt’ with clues and hints hidden around the lodge, kiddie croquet on the lawn, shortened game drives and make your own pizza classes with the resident chef.
Chobe National Park
Located in the north of Botswana, Chobe National Park stretches over 11700 square km of land and is home to one of the largest concentrations of elephants on the African continent. There are no fences within the park, meaning that wildlife and game are able to roam freely. There will be nothing between you and the exciting interactions of nature. Watch elephants drink and bathe in the river with their families, view hippos out of water in the middle of the day, and observe the Puku and Chobe Bushbuck antelopes – which cannot be encountered anywhere else in Botswana.
andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Located in a private concession in the Okavango Delta, alongside the Moremi Game Reserve, this camp is known to draw its inspiration from nature, as the lodge blends into the landscape, providing an experience that is serene, earthy and organic. The lodge was built in this location specifically for its extraordinary beauty and proximity to the game-rich grassy plains. Throughout your stay at andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge, you will get to participate in some exhilarating adventures searching for the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalos) on exciting game drives as well keeping an eye out for cheetahs, hyenas, wild dogs, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
To discover the smaller wildlife creatures you can go exploring on a bush walk, with a specialist guide who will show you all the hotspots to encounter. Go bird watching and be on the lookout for a number of species like the white-backed vulture, grey go-away bird, and the vibrant lilac-breasted roller. For those feeling adventurous, you can take a “bird’s eye view” of the delta on a mindblowing scenic helicopter tour for an additional cost. andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge offer a WildChild programme filled with exciting activities for your child to enjoy ranging from animal tracking, arts and crafts to even making some bow and arrows.
Okavango Delta
Botswana’s magnificent Okavango Delta is situated within the boundaries of the Moremi Game Reserve and exists as the world’s largest inland delta, exhibiting a labyrinth of deep lagoons, large lakes and hidden, meandering channels. The Okavango Delta is a maze of lagoons, lakes and hidden channels covering an area of over 16,000 square km in flood and shrinking to less than 9,000 square km during the dry season. Trapped in the parched Kalahari sands, the fresh water oasis attracts a variety of wildlife that depends on the permanent waters of this unique wilderness.
Once you arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport, an andBeyond representative will be waiting to collect you, and drive you and your companions to Victoria Falls River Lodge.
Make the most of your adventure and explore to your heart’s content. Your 2 night stay at Victoria Falls lodge is all inclusive, where you will be accommodated in an island treehouse. Your stay also includes shared transfers to and from Victoria Falls International Airport and local beverages. If you wish to travel outside the island please be aware that a transfer will depart at 10h00 and return at 15h00, from the pier and then by road to Victoria Falls Town. A tour of the falls is part of the daily transfer to town, transfer to and from the National Park Gate or jetty for 3rd party activities.
While staying at Victoria Falls River Lodge the following activities are included:
Tour of the Falls
With a knowledgeable and passionate guide enjoy a remarkable tour of Victoria Falls which will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Experience the breathtaking ‘smoke that thunders’ and learn about the local flora and fauna while finding the best viewing spots around the falls. Your guide will be able to point you in all the right directions to ensure your tour is unforgettable.
Sunrise and Sunset River Cruises
Glide along the calming waters of the Zambezi on a sunset or sunrise cruise. This is arguably one of the best ways to soak in the spectacular river, and the stunning surroundings. At sunrise you will be able to experience the bush waking up for the day, with animals dotted along the banks enjoying a refreshing drink.
Or, if rising early is not for you, you can head out on a sunset cruise. With an apt sun-downer drink, sit back and relax as the setting sun lights the sky in all shades of pink, orange, and red, and the river takes on a glistening golden hue.
Game Drives
Head out on a traditional safari activity and explore the bushveld in detail on an exciting game drive. Journey through the bush in a 4×4 vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for herds of elephants in the distance, leopards lounging in the shade of a tree or giraffes poking their heads out the tree tops. Knowledgeable and friendly guides will be able to take you to all the best viewing spots while educating you about the animals.
Bird Watching
Victoria Falls River Lodge and the Zambezi National Park are a bird watcher’s paradise. Local species include Rock Pratincole, Schalow’s Turaco, African Finfoot, Thick Billed Weaver, Pels Fishing Owl, Collared Palm, and many many more. View the birds from your private decking as the foliage surrounding the lodge acts as home to many of these species.
Recommended Activities (at an additional cost):
- Canoe safaris
- Canopy tours
- Zip lining
After breakfast you will be collected by an andBeyond representative and driven to Kasane International Airport. Your transfer involves clearing customs and immigration formalities at both the Zimbabwe and Botswana border posts. Upon arrival at Kasane International Airport you will be welcomed by a member from the andBeyond team and driven, with fellow guests to Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge.
The 2 nights at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge are all inclusive. Indulge during meal times and stay freshed with unlimited choices of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (with exception of premium brands and champagne). Spend your days exploring with a wide range of game viewing activities, and your nights relaxing in one of our beautiful suites fully furnished with air conditioning, ensuite bathroom with al fresco shower, veranda and access to a private garden. Your stay also includes laundry service, emergency medical evacuation and park fees.
While staying at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge the following activities are included:
Game Drives
Journey through the bush in an open-sided 4×4 safari vehicle. Be captivated by the herds of elephants you may pass, the impalas grazing in the distance, and lions napping in the shade of the trees. Pass watering holes and winding streams where lazy hippos lounge, and spot a variety of game going about their daily routines. No two game drives are the same, and guests have the choice of a morning or an afternoon game drive. The professional and passionate guides will be able to teach you about the flora and fauna, and will be able to answer any questions you may have.
Sundowner Cruise
Glide along the sparkling calm waters of the Chobe River in one of Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero’s comfortable river boats. Enjoy a refreshing drink while the sky turns shades of pink, orange, and red, and the river becomes glistening and golden. Great photographic opportunities will present themselves, whether that be trying to capture the hues of the sunset, an elephant on the banks coming for a drink, or a pod of lazy hippos lounging in the shallows.
Recommended Activities (at an additional cost):
- Fishing excursion
Once you have finished your breakfast you and your companions will be collected from Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge, and transferred to Kasane International Airport so you don’t miss your check in time for your scheduled flight to Chitabe Airstrip. An andBeyond representative will be waiting to greet you once you arrive at Kasane International Airport, to guide you on to the charter flight, which will be departing for Chitabe airstrip. Enjoy the beautiful views as you fly over Mopane bushveld, which soon reaches the breathtaking waterways of the Okavango Delta (approximately 80 minute flight).
Your stay at andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge is all inclusive with access to an unlimited supply of soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers. Your stay also includes refreshments on game drives, scheduled safari activities, emergency medical evacuation insurance, laundry service, as well as transfers to and from the airstrip. After a long day of exploring, unwind and relax in your suite with access to an indoor and outdoor shower.
While staying at andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge the following activities are included:
Game Drives
Traverse expansive delta landscapes in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle on a traditional game drive. The big 5 are present here, but many more animals such as zebras, kudus, giraffes, red lechwes, and rare wild dogs make for interesting and unique game drive experiences.
Game Walks
Immerse yourself in the heart of the delta on a guided walk. An area is chosen at the guide’s discretion, to offer the best views while maintaining a safe distance from the animals. Surround yourself with the sights, smells, and sounds of the bushveld – and don’t forget to take your camera to capture any meandering animals in the distance.
Recommended Activities (at an additional cost):
- Massage and spa treatments
- Scenic helicopter flight
Once you have finished breakfast you will be able to enjoy your last game drive of the trip, during your journey to Chitabe Airport where a charter flight will be waiting to fly you to Maun International Airport. Take in the beautiful views of the sparkling lagoon and palm tree islands for the last time during your flight over the water wonderland. (Approximately 15 minute flight).
Dates are flexible so please make an enquiry and tell us a range of dates you are considering so we can check availability.
What Makes Our Lodges Special
Victoria Falls River Lodge
- The main lodge areas have been designed to look out over a popular elephant route, so sit back with your favourite cocktail and watch as they take their evening walk
- Take a trip to nearby Victoria Falls and indulge in one of a long list of thrilling adventure activities
Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge
- Take an evening cruise on the Chobe River and marvel at the spectacular sunsets
- Ask about the soothing Soul of Africa Conditioning body massage!
andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
- Indulge in a full-day picnic with your guide, tracker and butler
- Enjoy a morning of game viewing and watch as the wildlife residents come to life
- Take a siesta under the large jackalberry and fig trees, it is a magical experience
- Accommodation inclusions as per itinerary above
- Scheduled charter flights and transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Local brand drinks where specified (premier brands to own account)
- All your meals are included
- Park Fees where applicable
- Laundry where specified
- Administration fee
- Emergency medical evacuation insurance
- All Flights
- Heath Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Visas
- Canoe Safari
- Canopy Tours
- Zip Lining
- Fishing Excursion
- Massage and Spa Treatments
- Scenic Helicopter Flight over the Delta
- Carbon Offsetting through Climate Care
- Luxury adventure travellers
- First time travellers to Africa
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Adrenaline junkies
Suitable for ages 6 to 65
Some safaris and activities may be unavailable to children due to age restrictions
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