7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour

7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour Overview

On this 7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour, you’ll gaze out at vast plains filled with wildlife from Tau Pan in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Navigate the labyrinth of water channels and secret islands in the Okavango Delta on a mokoro safari. Then cross the border into Zimbabwe to witness “The Smoke That Thunders,” known as the iconic Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

This one-week luxury tour of Botswana brings you the best experiences southern Africa has to offer and is sure to leave you wanting more.

Day 1-2: Arrival in Botswana and Transfer to Central Kalahari Game Reserve

You’ll arrive in Botswana at Maun Airport and then take a short domestic flight to the Tau Pan airstrip. Tau Pan Lodge is the first semi-permanent camp inside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. It offers truly incredible views from the elevated ridge of an ancient sand dune (an unusual experience in a land as flat as Botswana) and overlooks the famous Tau Pan, recognized for its stark beauty and remoteness.

The activities offered at Tau Pan include game drives, day trips to the well-known Deception Valley, Sunday, Piper and Passarge Pans, stargazing and nature walks with Bushman trackers. Species that can be found in the Kalahari include oryx, the desert-adapted springbok, jackals, the rare brown hyena, red-crested Korhaan and herds of wildebeest.
Main Destination: Central Kalahari Game Reserve (Botswana)
Accommodation: Tau Pan Camp
Luxury lodge located inside Central Kalahari GR (Botswana)

Day 3-4: Transfer to the Okavango Delta

Today, you’ll head to the famous Okavango Delta by taking a short domestic flight from the Tau Pan airstrip to the Kwara Airstrip.
You’ll be staying at Splash Camp, located in the heart of the Okavango Delta, within the Private Kwara Reserve. The Kwara Reserve shares a 30-kilometre water boundary with the famous Moremi Game Reserve and its unique location boasts both permanent water and seasonal flood plains, as well as extensive dry bush wilderness. With labyrinthine water channels and secret islands, this area offers the perfect delta experience and is considered to be amongst the best in Botswana for game-viewing activities.

Here, you can enjoy game drives, mokoro excursions, boat cruises, seasonal fishing, walking safaris, off-road game drives, and night safaris, which offer the opportunity of observing nocturnal predators in action.
Main Destination: Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Accommodation: Splash Camp
Luxury tented camp located inside Okavango Delta (Botswana)

Day 5-6: Transfer to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Next, you’ll take a one-hour flight from the Kwara Airstrip to Kasane Airport, then a road transfer to Ilala Lodge and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel offering luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, this well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Known as Africa’s adventure capital, high-adrenaline activities such as bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge and white-water rafting down the Zambezi River are popular, whilst more sedate pastimes include Ra-Ikane River cruises and fishing. There is plenty to see and do.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation: Ilala Lodge Hotel
Luxury lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Day 7: Depart from Victoria Falls

Sadly, your luxury tour of Botswana and Victoria Falls draws to a close and you’ll transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (Zimbabwe) in plenty of time for your onward flight. However, you’ll be left with incredible memories of game viewing in some of Africa’s richest wildlife spots, as well as witnessing “The Smoke That Thunders” at the wondrous Victoria Falls.
If you’d like to adjust this itinerary, add time in other destinations, or create your own bespoke Botswana holiday, get in touch with our friendly team of Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your dream trip.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

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A Guide to this 7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour

Entry Requirements for This Tour:

On this 7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour, all visitors must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest Botswana and Zimbabwe Embassy or Consulate.

Language On This 7 Days Botswana and Victoria Falls Luxury Tour:
English

Time:
GMT +3

Voltage:
220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.

Currency:
Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.

Clothing:
Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.

Baggage:
Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.

Water:
You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.

Health;
East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential.
You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.

Dietary Requirements:
For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel

Gratuities:
As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day

Photography:
Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.

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