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8 Night Luxury Safari

8 Night Luxury Safari

From €2500 per person

Zimbabwe and Botswana

8 Night Luxury Safari

Botswana Chobe Park and Safari is a wildlife enthusiast’s dream come true. Located in northern Botswana, Chobe National Park is known for its vast and diverse wildlife, including large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and more. The Chobe River, which flows through the park, offers a unique opportunity for visitors to view hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic animals up close on river safaris. Visitors can also enjoy walking safaris, birding tours, and even helicopter tours over the park for a breathtaking view of the landscape.
Victoria Falls, located on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, is one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. Known locally as “Mosi-oa-Tunya,” or “The Smoke That Thunders,” Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts visitors from all over the world. In addition to the stunning views of the falls themselves, visitors can enjoy a range of activities in the area, including bungee jumping, white-water rafting, and helicopter tours over the falls. The town of Victoria Falls also offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and accommodations for visitors to enjoy.

THE TOUR

Our 8-day luxury safari tour will take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning wilderness of Zimbabwe and Botswana. You will witness breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters while enjoying the comfort of luxurious accommodations and all-inclusive meals. This itinerary includes three nights in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and five nights in Chobe Park, Botswana. Our tour offers a variety of activities, including river cruises, safaris, walking safaris, helicopter tours, and more.

Day 1: Arrival in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, you will be greeted by our tour representative who will transfer you to your luxurious accommodation, where you will spend the next three nights. After check-in, you will have time to relax and explore the surroundings.

Day 2: Victoria Falls Tour and River Cruise
After breakfast, you will visit the magnificent Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Your guide will take you on a tour of the falls, where you will witness the incredible beauty and power of the Zambezi River. After the tour, you will enjoy a leisurely lunch before embarking on a sunset river cruise on the Zambezi River, where you will have the chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife while sipping on a sundowner.

Day 3: Helicopter Tour and Wildlife Photography
Today you will have the opportunity to see Victoria Falls from a different perspective with a thrilling helicopter tour. You will fly over the falls and the surrounding landscapes, capturing stunning aerial photographs. After the tour, you will have some free time to relax or explore the town before embarking on a wildlife photography safari in the late afternoon.

Day 4: Transfer to Chobe Park, Botswana
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kasane, Botswana, where you will spend the next five nights in a luxurious lodge in Chobe Park. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a leisurely lunch before embarking on an afternoon safari drive where you will have the chance to see the Big 5 and other wildlife.

Day 5-7: Chobe Park Safari and Walking Safari
During your five nights in Chobe Park, you will experience the best of African wildlife. You will embark on morning and afternoon safari drives, with the chance to see elephants, lions, giraffes, and more. You will also have the opportunity to take a walking safari and explore the park on foot. In the evenings, you will enjoy delicious meals and relaxing in the lodge.

Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Kasane Airport for your departure flight.

The cost per person for this luxury safari tour in low season (April-June and November) is $5,500. In high season (July-October), the cost is $6,500 per person. The price includes all accommodations, meals, transfers, and activities mentioned in the itinerary. Flights to and from Victoria Falls International Airport are not included.
Wildlife Enthusiasts

Here are some safari and wildlife activities to do in Botswana:

Game drives: Take a guided tour of the national parks and wildlife reserves to spot some of Africa’s iconic animals, such as elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, and more.

River safaris: Go on a boat ride along the Chobe River, which flows through Chobe National Park, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic wildlife.

Walking safaris: Explore the African wilderness on foot with a guided walking safari. This is a great way to see smaller wildlife, learn about local plants, and experience nature up close.

Mokoro trips: Hop on a traditional canoe called a mokoro and glide silently through the waterways of the Okavango Delta, spotting birds, hippos, and other wildlife.

Birding tours: Botswana is home to a diverse range of bird species, and birding tours are a great way to see them up close and learn about their behavior and habitats.

Night drives: Take a guided tour after dark and see nocturnal animals such as hyenas, jackals, and owls.

Horseback safaris: Explore the savannah on horseback and see wildlife from a different perspective.

Hot air balloon rides: Experience the African wilderness from a unique vantage point by taking a hot air balloon ride over the Okavango Delta or the Kalahari Desert.

Helicopter photographic safari tours, from a completely different angel capture some of the most incredible wildlife and landscape photography.

From €2500 per person

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