7-Day Into The Wild: Northern Botswana Wilderness Trail & Victoria Falls
Embark on an unforgettable journey through some of the most stunning landscapes and wildlife habitats in Botswana, concluding with the majestic Victoria Falls. This tour can also be done in reverse, starting in Victoria Falls and ending in Maun.
DAY 1: INTO THE WILD OF MOREMI GAME RESERVE (B/L/D)
The adventure begins early as you are picked up from your hotel or lodge in Maun. Meet your highly trained and experienced guide, who will lead you through Botswana’s beautiful wildlife and nature over the next few days. Travel in a 4×4 open-sided safari vehicle to Moremi Game Reserve, where you’ll spend the day on game drives through diverse terrains, including floodplains, waterways, lagoons, and forests. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before arriving at your campsite, where you can take a refreshing bush shower. After a delicious dinner, gather around the campfire to share stories of the day’s adventures.
DAY 2: WILDLIFE TRACKING IN MOREMI (B/L/D)
Awaken early for a quick breakfast and head out on a morning game drive, the prime time for spotting predators. Afterward, return to camp for a chance to freshen up with a delightful bush shower before enjoying a brunch prepared by the team. Later, embark on another game drive as the midday sun fades and the animals become more active. As night falls in Savute, enjoy dinner and storytelling around the campfire, immersing yourself in the sounds of the bush.
DAY 3: FROM BUSH TO SAVANNAH (B/L/D)
On this day, the camp moves from Moremi to Savute National Park. The team will break down the camp while you enjoy a light breakfast, and then start your cross-park drive. Stop for a picnic lunch and a short siesta in the Mababe Depression area. Along the way, take in the change from green bush to expansive savanna as you spot wildlife. Upon arrival in Savute, the team sets up camp, and you can wash off the dust before enjoying another evening around the campfire.
DAY 4: CLOSE-UP WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS IN SAVUTE (B/L/D)
Rise early for another thrilling game drive, taking advantage of the cooler morning temperatures when predators are most active. Return to camp for a refreshing bush shower and brunch. Afterward, prepare for an afternoon game drive when the animals are more active again. Conclude your day with dinner and more storytelling around the campfire, experiencing the magic of the bush at night.
DAY 5: SAVANNAH TO RIVERFRONT (B/L/-)
Awaken to a warm “Dumela” and enjoy a light breakfast with coffee or tea. Then embark on a scenic drive to Chobe Riverfront, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way. Arrive in Kasane around lunchtime, where you will be accommodated at a budget-midrange lodge (upgrades available). After checking in and refreshing, set off for a thrilling 3-hour boating safari on the Chobe River, capturing incredible photographs and memories.
DAY 6: VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE (B/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls, a journey that takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours (traffic permitting). Enjoy a guided walk through the Victoria Falls rainforest, experiencing the breathtaking views of this natural wonder. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Additional activities can be organized for a surcharge. Accommodations for the night will be in a comfortable double room.
DAY 7: DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your departure.
This tour promises a deep immersion into the natural beauty and wildlife of Botswana, combined with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
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