8 Days Zambia Safari to Lower Zambezi and Botswana Safari

Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Lusaka hotel for the scenic 130-kilometer journey to Lower Zambezi National Park, taking approximately 2.5 hours through the beautiful Zambezi Valley. This exciting Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari day includes arrival at Chiawa Camp, situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River in an area known locally as "Mubvumira" (Place of the Baobab). Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience commences with a welcome lunch and afternoon boat safari along the Zambezi River, offering your first glimpses of elephants, hippos, and crocodiles. The day concludes with sundowners on the riverbank while watching the African sunset paint the sky in brilliant colors.

Dawn breaks on your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari with the sounds of the African bush awakening, followed by an exhilarating canoe safari along the Lower Zambezi River through the pristine wilderness of the 4,092-square-kilometer national park. This immersive Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience takes you silently through channels and backwaters known locally as "Mubvumira" (Quiet Waters), where you'll encounter elephants drinking at the water's edge and diverse birdlife. Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari Day continues with a traditional game drive through the park's interior, targeting buffalo, lions, and leopards in the mopane woodlands and riverine forests. Evening activities include a boat cruise to spot nocturnal wildlife and enjoy dinner under the stars at your exclusive riverside camp.

Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari adventure intensifies with an early morning walking safari through the untamed wilderness of Lower Zambezi, led by expert guides who interpret the intricate ecosystems of this 4,092-square-kilometer park. This authentic Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience allows intimate encounters with wildlife on foot, exploring areas known locally as "Chongwe" (Meeting Place) where the Chongwe River meets the Zambezi. The afternoon portion of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari includes a boat safari to the Chongwe River confluence, approximately 15 kilometers from camp, where elephants frequently cross between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Your day concludes with traditional fishing activities with local guides, followed by a bush dinner featuring fresh catch from the Zambezi River.

Today your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari focuses on intensive game drives through the diverse landscapes of the Lower Zambezi Valley, covering approximately 80 kilometers of pristine wilderness tracks. This comprehensive Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari Day explores the park's interior woodlands and floodplains, searching for the four Big Five species present in the area - lion, leopard, buffalo, and elephant. Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience includes visits to traditional salt licks and watering holes where wildlife congregates, particularly in the "Mubvumira" region known for its high predator density. The afternoon game drive extends to the park's eastern boundary, offering spectacular views of the Zambezi Escarpment before returning to camp for a farewell dinner celebrating your Zambian safari experiences.

Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari journey transitions today with a morning transfer from Lower Zambezi to Kasane, covering approximately 280 kilometers through scenic landscapes over 5-6 hours. This important day of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari includes crossing the international border at Kazungula, where the Zambezi River forms the boundary between Zambia and Botswana. Upon arrival in Kasane, your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience continues with a brief game drive through Chobe National Park before transferring to your aircraft for the flight to the Okavango Delta. The day concludes with arrival at your exclusive delta camp, where you'll enjoy a welcome dinner and preparation briefing for your Botswana safari adventures.

Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari adventure reaches new heights with a full day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Okavango Delta, a 15,000-square-kilometer inland delta known locally as "Okavango" (The River That Never Finds the Sea). This magical phase of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari includes traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions through crystal-clear channels, guided by expert polers who navigate the intricate waterways. Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience encompasses game drives on the delta's islands, where you'll encounter elephants, buffalo, and the elusive red lechwe antelope in their pristine wetland habitat. Evening activities include a sunset boat cruise and traditional dinner at your exclusive camp, surrounded by the sounds of the African night.

Dawn brings another spectacular day of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari with extended mokoro excursions through the Okavango Delta's maze of channels and lagoons, covering approximately 20 kilometers of pristine waterways. This immersive Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari experience includes guided walks on secluded islands known locally as "Mokoro" (Islands of Peace), where you'll discover the delta's remarkable biodiversity and ecosystems. Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari Day continues with fishing activities and bird watching, as the delta hosts over 400 bird species including the rare African fish eagle and colorful bee-eaters. The afternoon concludes with a traditional bush dinner on a remote island, celebrating the unique beauty of the Okavango Delta under a canopy of southern African stars.

The final day of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari adventure takes you to Moremi Game Reserve, located on the eastern edge of the Okavango Delta, approximately 50 kilometers from your delta camp. This concluding chapter of your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari includes intensive game drives through Moremi's diverse landscapes, specifically targeting the elusive rhinoceros to complete your Big Five experience. Your Zambia Safari and Botswana Safari journey reaches its climax with visits to areas known locally as "Xakanaxa" (Meeting of Waters), where the permanent water attracts incredible concentrations of wildlife. The adventure concludes with a transfer to Maun Airport for your onward journey, carrying unforgettable memories of both countries' remarkable wildlife and pristine wilderness areas.