Wild Waters of Southern Africa

7 Nights / 8 Days

Journey overview

Experience a taste of the best Zimbabwe and Botswana have to offer on this grand 8-day itinerary – Wild Waters of Southern Africa. Explore the thundering majesty of the famed Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, ending with the most remote and untouched wildlife areas in Botswana. Your adventure begins with the sight of the magnificent flume of water vapour that hangs above the mighty Victoria Falls. The next stop is the famed Chobe National Park where elephant wander dreamily into camp and hippo slumber as you float down the river on a sunset cruise. Your journey culminates in the Okavango Delta, a magical setting where land blurs with water. Be captivated by a maze of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels and overgrown islands teeming with wildlife. A sensational experience!

Trip Highlights

The thundering waters of Victoria Falls, Africa’s largest waterfall
Variety of adrenaline adventures at Victoria Falls
Large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as river cruises, in the Chobe National Park
Exceptional birding destinations
The crystal-clear lagoons and winding waterways of the Okavango Delta, a lush oasis in a desert

Make the most of your adventure

A riverboat cruise offers the perfect angle to snap away at vast families of elephants drinking from the Chobe River.
Spoil yourself with an unforgettable Botswana wilderness experience and book a helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta. This thrilling adventure offers awe-inspiring aerial views of this dramatic water-wonderland.
Take an aerial photograph of the Victoria Falls or Okavango Delta from your aeroplane or a helicopter.

SUGGESTED ITINERARY:

Day 1

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, you will be welcomed by a representative and driven with fellow guests to Ilala Lodge.

Explore the sights of Victoria Falls during your 2-night stay at Ilala Lodge in a Deluxe Room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast and 1 x 3-course dinner (depending on validity dates).

Included activities:

Sunset Cruise

Day 2

Recommended activities (at additional cost):
Scenic Flight over the Falls
Bungi Jumping
Zambezi Riverside Dinner
The Palm Restaurant

Day 3

Next, with Wild Waters of Southern Africa, after breakfast, you will be collected by a 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 you will be welcomed by a member from our team and driven, with fellow guests to Chobe Under Canvas. At Chobe Under Canvas you can live out the adventure of a lifetime as close to nature as you can get in the relaxing solitude of the African landscape.

Expect adventure during your 2-night stay at Chobe Under Canvas in a comfortable and spacious mobile tent with en-suite bathroom. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, refreshments on game drives, scheduled safari activities, one photographic riverboat safari on the Chobe River, emergency medical evacuation insurance, and transfers to and from Kasane International Airport.

Day 4

Included activities:

Game Drives
A photographic boat safari on the Chobe River

Day 5

After breakfast, you will be driven with fellow guests to Kasane International Airport, in time to check-in for your scheduled flight to Nxabega Airstrip.

Upon arrival at Kasane Airport, you will be greeted by a member from the team who will assist you onto a scheduled flight. From here, you and fellow guests will be flown to Nxabega Airstrip. Enjoy the beautiful views as you fly over mopane veld which soon reaches the breathtaking waterways of the Okavango Delta (Approximately 80 minutes).

Adventure awaits you during your 3 night stay at Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp in a Luxury Tent with en-suite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, beers, refreshments on game drives, scheduled safari activities, emergency medical evacuation insurance, laundry as well as transfers to and from the airstrip.

Day 6 – 7
Included activities:

Game Drives
Mokoro Trips
Motorized Boat Excursions

Recommended activities (at additional cost):

Scenic Helicopter Flight
Massage: Quiet Mind Journey
Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual
Massage: Soul of the Earth Celebration
Massage: Earth Glow Body Polish and Wrap

Departure
Okavango Delta, Botswana

Day 8

The reluctant end to Wild Waters of Southern Africa: after breakfast enjoys a game drive to Nxabega Airstrip where a light aircraft will be waiting to fly you, and fellow guests, to Maun International Airport. Savour the views of the sparkling lagoons and palm tree islands as you fly over this water wonderland for one last time (Approximately 25 minutes).

We wave a fond farewell to you as you proceed with your onward arrangements.

Ilala Lodge

Located near the majestic Victoria Falls. Contains spacious rooms with breathtaking views of the falls, and ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead fans and satellite television ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can embark on a cruise on the Ra-Ikane (the lodge’s small cruise boat) and visit the crocodile farm and nature sanctuary. Other adventures include exhilarating water sports, trips to Victoria Falls and cultural village tours.

&Beyond Chobe Under Canvas

Expect adventure during your 2-night stay at &Beyond Chobe Under Canvas in a comfortable and spacious mobile Tent with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, refreshments on game drives, scheduled safari activities, one photographic riverboat safari on the Chobe River, emergency medical evacuation insurance, and transfers to and from Kasane International Airport.

&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp

&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp is a skilful combination of luxury and integration with the environment, they feature ensuite bathrooms and private verandas overlooking the reeded molapo (floodplain). Guest areas, made from the local timber, reed and thatch, include indoor and outdoor dining, a Safari Shop and a swimming pool with an expansive deck provided with pleasure by Nxabega’s warm and friendly staff.

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