Highlights of Zimbabwe and Botswana
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Highlights of Zimbabwe and Botswana
Itinerary
Fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Fly overnight from London (regional connections available) to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe via Johannesburg, South Africa. (N)
Meal basis
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Victoria Falls
On arrival, transfer to Ilala Lodge for three nights. Set within pretty gardens, this luxury lodge places you just eight-minutes’ walk from the immense waterfalls. (N)
Victoria Falls
Visit a remote village for the chance to watch daily rural life unfold, then enjoy an authentic lunch at a local institute. (B, L)
Victoria Falls
Take a private guided tour of Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya (‘The Smoke That Thunders’). This is the largest sheet of falling water in the world. Its foam-white cataracts plunge some 108 metres into a basalt chasm, stirring up great veils of mist that split the African sun into rainbows. Afterwards, head to the Elephant Walk shopping centre and art village for a behind-the-scenes visit of Ndau Studio, creators of jewellery and leather accessories. (B)
Chobe National Park
Cross the border into Botswana, before driving into Chobe National Park for a classic safari drive. Encompassing sweeping plains, dense forests and riverine habitats, Chobe National Park hosts one of Africa’s greatest concentrations of grazing animals, including over 100,000 elephants. Stay at Chobe Marina Lodge for 2 nights. (B, L, D)
Chobe National Park
Experience the myriad of wildlife focused activities on offer here. Take to the water and view elephants drinking from the banks, enjoy classic safari drives or simply relax at your lodge to the sounds of the African bush. (B, L D)
Okavango Delta
A short flight delivers you onto the banks of the mighty Okavango Delta. Stay at Little Machaba tented camp for 3 nights. (B, L, D)
Okavango Delta
Spend the day exploring the delta. Should water levels permit (typically late June to late September), cruise along the delta by mokoro, a traditional dug-out canoe that offers a different vantage point for witnessing life along the river. (B, L, D)
Okavango Delta
Continue your exploration of the delta. (B, L, D)
Fly home via Johannesburg
Transfer to Maun airport and fly to the UK, via Johannesburg. Alternatively, extend your stay in Botswana and visit the Makgadikgadi National Park or the Kalahari Game Reserve. Or fly to Cape Town and blend some relaxation time with the chance to explore the city and nearby winelands. Please enquire for details. (B)
Arrive in the UK
Arrive in the UK early this morning. (N)
Meal basis
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Visit Victoria Falls with a private guide
- Go behind the scenes at Ndau Art Studio
- View the UNESCO-listed Okavango Delta from the air, including sprawling forests and palm-fringed islands
- Stay in hand-picked safari lodges and tented camps set in the best wildlife-viewing locations
What's included
- International & domestic flights
- UK departure & overseas airport taxes
- Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
- Local transfers in private chauffer driven vehicle
- The support (if needed) of an English-speaking local representative
- Local guides & entrance fees where applicable
Important information
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