10 days luxury safari tour to Botswana and Victoria falls trip Zimbabwe

Upon arrival at Francistown International Airport, where you'll be warmly welcomed by your guide who will give you a briefing about your 10 days luxury safari tour to Botswana and Victoria falls trip Zimbabwe. From here, you'll embark on a scenic drive to Makgadikgadi Pan National Park. Known for its vast salt pans and unique desert landscapes, this park offers a striking contrast to Botswana's more verdant regions. Upon arrival, settle into your luxurious accommodation and enjoy a leisurely evening surrounded by the tranquility of the African wilderness.

Today after breakfast prepare for your first game drive in Makgadikgadi Pan NP, where quiver trees and dry riverbeds harbor abundant wildlife. Your guide will track zebra herds, springbok, and elusive predators like brown hyenas in the cool morning hours. Return to camp for a leisurely brunch, then embark on an adrenaline-fueled quad biking excursion across the shimmering salt crust. This exhilarating activity allows you to cover vast distances and witness the stark beauty of the pans from a different vantage point. Following your full day experience return to lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, don your walking boots for a guided bush walk. Stalk alongside experienced trackers who reveal the smaller wonders of the bush—tracks of shy springhare, medicinal plants, and nests of the industrious sociable weaver birds. This intimate encounter deepens your appreciation for Botswana’s complex ecosystems. Post-walk, bid farewell to Makgadikgadi as you transfer to Nxai Pan National Park. Check in to your luxury safari camp nestled among ancient baobabs, where stylish canvas tents offer en-suite bathrooms and private decks. Have dinner before your overnight stay as your prepare or your next day experience.

Today dedicate to exploring the sweeping landscapes of Nxai Pan NP, famed for its seasonal zebra migrations and lush Baines’ Baobabs. Set out at dawn for a full-day game drive, stopping for a gourmet picnic lunch beneath a giant baobab. Your guide’s encyclopedic knowledge ensures you encounter elephants, giraffes, and perhaps the rare pangolin. During the heat of midday, retreat to camp for a siesta or refreshing dip in the plunge pool. Later, enjoy a gentle evening drive, when predators become more active. Return to camp for a candlelit dinner and an overnight stay.

Today following breakfast enjoy a nature walk safari, where you'll gain a deeper understanding of the park's ecosystem from your knowledgeable guide. Learn about traditional tracking methods and the cultural significance of the land to local San communities. After a hearty lunch, rest by the pool or indulge in a massage at the camp’s wellness pavilion. In the evening embark on a thrilling night game drive. Equipped with specialized spotlights, your guide will seek out nocturnal creatures genets, porcupines, and perhaps the glowing eyes of a leopard. This dual experience of day and night in the bush underscores why our Botswana luxury tours are among the most immersive.

Today, you'll take a short flight to Chobe National Park, renowned for its dense elephant population and diverse ecosystems. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the lush landscapes and abundant wildlife that define this park. Settle into your luxurious lodge and prepare for days filled with exceptional safari experiences.

Today rise early for a game drive through Chobe’s diverse habitats woodlands, floodplains, and savannah teeming with lions, buffalo, and the eponymous elephants. Return to the lodge for brunch before relaxing in your villa. In the evening, board a luxury river cruiser for a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River. Drift past congregations of elephants, hippos, and crocodiles while the sky ignites in shades of orange and pink. Following the experience return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Today you have a full day to explore Chobe National Park’s vast wilderness. Depart at first light for a guided drive, stopping for a gourmet bush lunch under the shade of sausage trees. With your guide’s expertise, you’ll track everything from stealthy wild dogs to regal leopards. As the sun dips, retreat to camp to freshen up, then gather for an al fresco dinner on the riverbank. Authentic storytelling from local guides around the campfire adds cultural depth to your wildlife experiences, rounding out your Chobe adventure in style.

Bid farewell to Botswana and cross into Zimbabwe, arriving at Victoria Falls—one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. After settling into your luxury lodge overlooking the Zambezi River, join a guided nature walk along the Falls. Marvel at the sheer volume of water plunging into the gorge, creating a continuous mist that nourishes a lush rainforest. Your guide shares insights into the Falls’ geology, history, and the flora it sustains. Return to the lodge for high tea on the terrace, where the roar of the Falls underscores the dramatic setting.

On your final day, dive deep into the splendor of Victoria Falls with an extensive guided tour that illuminates the history, culture, and natural artistry behind this iconic landmark. Accompanied by an expert, you explore both celebrated viewpoints and secret spots that unveil the falls’ hidden treasures. For the adventurous, optional activities such as a helicopter flight, a serene canoe ride, or even a heart-racing bungee jump offer a chance to experience the falls from exhilarating new perspectives. As the day wanes, the moment of farewell arrives with a graceful departure in the evening. Your guide will drive your to Victoria Falls international airport to continue on your journey with great memories of your 10 days luxury safari tour to Botswana and Victoria falls trip Zimbabwe.