Zambia, Zimbabwe & Botswana – Fivesenses Travel

Best of Zambia, Zimbabwe & Botswana

The best of Zambia, Zimbabwe & Botswana

Day 1: Livingstone

Today you arrive in Livingstone where our local guide, Mortimer transfers you to your tranquil camp on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. Later this afternoon you embark on a complimentary sunset cruise (Incl. snacks and all drinks) on this famous river.

Secluded on the banks of the Zambezi River yet only a 45-minute drive from the bustling town of Livingstone, AVANI HOTEL is the perfect spot to commence your journey. Stay in style in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for close encounters with Zambia’s amazing wildlife and incredible views of Victoria Falls.

Located in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
Free unlimited access to Victoria Falls
Access to viewing decks at sister hotel Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara

Accommodation:

Avani Hotel
Mid-range hotel near Victoria Falls

Meals & Drinks:

Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2 Zambia & Zimbabwe Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia and Victoria Falls

You arise early this morning and travel to the nearby Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for a Rhino Walking Safari, viewing the only surviving population of white rhino in all Zambia. This is followed by lunch with the resident herd at the Elephant Café. You are then transferred by speed boat down the Zambezi towards the bridge/border with Zimbabwe, where you disembark and Mortimer transfers you across to Zimbabwe and your lodge in the town of Victoria Falls.

Supporting a herd of ten rescued elephants, the Elephant Café is a combination of three exclusive experiences – a close encounter with the world’s largest land animal, gourmet dining in a salubrious setting, and an epic boat trip down the Zambezi River.
NOTE: It’s possible to include the Livingstone Island “Afternoon High Tea” Tour (seasonal, subject to water levels) after you disembark from your Elephant Café boat transfer.

Accommodation:

Avani Hotel
Mid-range lodge located in or near Victoria Falls

Day 3: Victoria Fall Zimbabwe & Zambia

We are pleased to offer you a complimentary guided visit to the Victoria Falls during your stay (Zambian & Zimbabwean sides; includes entrance fees). Your safari also includes a Zambezi river cruise, Rhino walking safari and Elephant Café lunch during your stay on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River. The plethora of other activities on offer includes white-water rafting or canoeing, birding and horse-back safaris, helicopter and microlight scenic flights, African township and village tours, adrenaline activities like bungee jumping and zip sliding, and much more. We especially recommend “Tour the Township”. Dinner at The Boma, as well as an afternoon High Tea at the Victoria Falls Hotel.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls (Highlight, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Avani Hotel
Mid-range lodge located in or near Victoria Falls

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included

Day 4-6: Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

You now travel by private vehicle to Hwange National Park, from where you embark on a game drive to Hwange Safari Lodge for 2 nights nights you are immersed in the special wilderness surrounding The Hide, which boasts the dual prizes of being located within the Hwange National Park while also surrounded by a private wildlife concession area.

Home to some of Africa’s largest elephant herds and renowned for its wild dog population, Hwange National Park is Zimbabwe’s largest safari wilderness. This massive national park (14,650km²/5,657mi²) is easily accessed from Victoria Falls and is a year-round option, best combined with a visit to Botswana’s Chobe and Okavango regions to then offer ‘the big three’ of game drives, bush walks and boat safaris.

Accommodation:

Hwange Safari Lodge or the Hide with an additional fee of 250$ per night and per person.

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7: Chobe River & Chobe National Park, Botswana

You now travel to Botswana and river view lodge, on the banks of the lower Chobe River in the Kasane region, River View Lodge is nestled amongst a manicured garden. The lodge offers rooms and chalet accommodation with river and garden and an outdoor pool.

The private road transfer from Hwange passes through bushveld that is home to wildlife such as elephant and giraffe, sightings of which often occur during the drive. You are again accompanied by our guide, who will assist with the cross-border formalities. This afternoon you embark on a private boat safari along the Chobe River.

The accompanying sunset on the river often provides a truly memorable moment of your African safari. From your riverside accommodation, you are usually ‘serenaded’ to sleep tonight by the grunts coming from nearby pods of hippo as they venture out of the water to graze on the lodge’s lush lawn.

Accommodation:

River View Lodge
Luxury lodge located inside Chobe Riverfront

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Day 8: Chobe River & Chobe National Park, Botswana

Your day revolves around morning and afternoon private game drives within the Chobe National Park. You’ll also enjoy delicious home-style meals and have time for some quality lazing by the pool and perhaps even a midday siesta.

Note: You have the option today of a full day private game drive that ventures further into the park and takes along a picnic lunch. To make your safari extra special, Compass Odyssey travelers are provided with a private vehicle and boat during your stay in Chobe – other companies typically offer game drives with up to 10 passengers and boat safaris with 10-50+ travelers on board.

During your game drives, be on the lookout for predators such as lion and hyena, and iconic herbivores such as buffalo, zebra, giraffe, warthog and wildebeest. On your boat safaris along the Chobe River you will encounter all manner of wildlife, including Nile crocodile and the Chobe’s great herds of elephant as they come to the river’s edge to drink and frolic in the fresh water.

Accommodation:

River View Lodge
Luxury lodge located inside Chobe Riverfront

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 9: Okavango Delta, Botswana

This morning’s private boat safari on the Chobe River offers a tranquil beginning to another day on safari. After brunch you are transferred the short distance to Kasane Airport for your flight into the wild expanse of the Okavango Delta. The flight travels in a light aircraft deep into the delta floodplains and is part of a daily route that often stops at a number of bush airstrips to deliver/collect other travelers. Upon arrival you are greeted by your camp guide who provides a game drive on the way to camp. After lunch and a short rest, you embark on an afternoon/evening game drive.

You stay here for three nights immersed in the absolute serenity of one of the world’s last true wildernesses. After evenings backed by a chorus of night time sounds in the African bush, your days include morning and afternoon/evening game drives as well as bush walks. You may also wish to visit a local village or simply relax by the pool and enjoy the expansive views from your luxury safari tent.

Main Destination:

Okavango Delta (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Nokanyana
Luxury tented camp located inside Khwai

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
All drinks (Premium wines might be excluded)

Day 10-11: Okavango Delta, Botswana

Opened in March, 2020 and overlooking the confluence of the seasonal Khwai and Mababe rivers, Nokanyana Camp is located within the wildlife-rich Khwai concession in the south eastern region of the Okavango Delta, adjacent to Moremi Game Reserve.

Being located in a private concession means not being bound by the national park regulations imposed on camps located within Moremi Game Reserve. Nokanyana can therefore offer guided bush walks and year-round day and evening/night game drives that can go off-road if necessary.

Some or all of these activities are not allowed within the national park. Wildlife viewing opportunities are considered some of the best offered in the Delta and thanks to the surrounding diverse landscape, guests have the chance to see all the major predators, a variety of big game and plains game, as well as an abundance of bird life. Guests can also enjoy an open-sided helicopter flight over the delta (At additional cost; Must be pre-booked).

Main Destination:

Okavango Delta (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Nokanyana
Luxury tented camp located inside Khwai

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 12: We are sad to say goodbye

After an early morning game drive , we say tsamaya sentle as you board your light aircraft for the flight to the bustling safari town of Maun and your onward travel arrangements.
During your stay in Southern Africa you will experience our natural beauty, diverse cultures and renowned African hospitality, as well as the iconic wildlife of Africa.