Michael H.
The Okavango & Chobe Trail Tour in Botswana and Zimbabwe requires physical fitness and adaptability. The full-day safari in Chobe National Park and the mokoro e...
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Botswana Safari Tour: Chobe & Okavango
Chobe National Park safari and Okavango Delta tour combined in one 8-day botswana safari tour by overland truck. This route connects Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls, Botswana's Chobe river floodplains, the remote Moremi Game Reserve, and the waterways of the Okavango Delta.
How long?
8 Days
When?
Autumn, Winter
Price
$ 2,394
/ Person
The Journey
8-Day Overland Safari in Southern Africa
This botswana safari tour links Victoria Falls to the Okavango Delta in 8 days. Starting in Zimbabwe, a full day is open for optional activities: white-water rafting on the Zambezi, helicopter flights, and sunset cruises. The route crosses into Botswana for the Chobe National Park safari, one of Africa's top wildlife destinations with an estimated 50,000 elephants and an included boat cruise along the Chobe River. Subsequent days cover Kalahari salt pans, Moremi Game Reserve, and the Khwai Conservation Area before the Okavango Delta tour by mokoro canoe. Groups run between 4 and 20 travelers with camping and lodge options available.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Chobe River Boat Cruise
01
Chobe River Boat Cruise
The included Chobe National Park safari boat cruise puts you close to elephants, hippos, and crocodiles along the Chobe River — one of the most concentrated wildlife corridors in southern Africa.
02
Moremi Game Reserve Drive
02
Moremi Game Reserve Drive
A full-day 4x4 game drive through Moremi Game Reserve covers dry woodland, floodplains, and lagoon edges. Expect lions, wild dogs, lechwes, and over 500 bird species across 5,000 square kilometers.
03
Mokoro in the Delta
03
Mokoro in the Delta
A guided mokoro outing through the Okavango Delta channels reaches areas only accessible by traditional canoe. The delta hosts elephants, buffalo, and exceptional birdlife across 15,000 square kilometers.
04
Victoria Falls Arrival
04
Victoria Falls Arrival
The victoria falls safari tour opening offers optional white-water rafting on the Zambezi, helicopter flights over the falls, bungee jumping, and a sunset river cruise from the Zimbabwe side.
05
Kalahari Salt Pan Route
05
Kalahari Salt Pan Route
The overland safari africa segment crosses Botswana's central salt pans past Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, where flamingos, zebras, and wildebeest gather near seasonal waterholes in the Kalahari.
Zimbabwe & Botswana
This botswana safari tour opens in Zimbabwe at Victoria Falls before crossing into Botswana for the Chobe National Park safari, Moremi, and the Okavango Delta.
Days 1–8
Victoria Falls – Arrival
Botswana safari tour begins in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Today is free for optional activities: rafting on the Zambezi River, helicopter flights over the falls, bungee jumping, or a sunset river cruise. Meals: Breakfast.
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Victoria Falls – Kasane
After a final morning in Victoria Falls, we drive the short distance to the Botswana border and cross into Kasane. In the late afternoon we set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River for the start of our Chobe National Park safari. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Chobe National Park Safari
Today is the core of the Chobe National Park safari. We explore the park from the river on an included boat cruise, getting close to the estimated 50,000 elephants, hippos, and crocodiles. An optional 4x4 game drive is also available in the afternoon. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Khwai – Kalahari Salt Pans
We break camp at dawn and depart in open 4x4 safari botswana vehicles, joining the overland truck in Maun. The drive crosses Botswana's salt pans — dry Kalahari landscape that floods seasonally, drawing flamingos, zebras, wildebeest, and predators. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Moremi Game Reserve
A full-day botswana wildlife safari through Moremi Game Reserve — 5,000 sq km of floodplains, forests, and channels. The reserve holds lions, leopards, wild dogs, buffalo, and over 500 bird species. Expect rough tracks in the 4x4 vehicles. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Khwai – Okavango Delta Tour
We leave the overland truck in Maun and transfer by smaller safari vehicles to the Khwai Conservation Area. The evening briefing prepares us for the Okavango Delta tour by mokoro canoe through the delta's waterways and a game drive in Khwai. Optional scenic flight over the delta available. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Maun – Palapye via Kalahari
Heading north through the central Kalahari to the gateway of the Okavango Delta. The route passes smaller Botswana villages and the Orapa diamond mine — one of the largest in the world. We also skirt the southern edge of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, home to zebras, lions, and cheetahs. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Johannesburg – Tour End
The final day of this southern africa safari. After breakfast, we drive south on the highway to Johannesburg, arriving in the afternoon. The guided safari southern africa route ends here. Meals: Breakfast, lunch.
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Verified Reviews
What participants say about Adventure-tours in Africa
4.7
Tobias F.
The tour took us through the Okavango Delta in Botswana and Chobe National Park. The guide demonstrated extensive knowledge of the wildlife, which was especiall...
Daniel H.
The team’s support during the Okavango & Chobe Trail Tour was clearly structured and precise. The guide was very competent and explained in detail the wildlife...
PRICE
from
$ 2,394
/ person
Additional Options
Singles supplement
$ 273
Surcharge for single room
$ 204
Trip includes
- Meals as described in the itinerary (prepared & served at the truck)
- Overnight stays in fixed accommodations/lodges/permanent tents OR in a tent (lodge OR camping option)
- Trained, English-speaking tour guide (unless otherwise noted)
- Entry fees for the national parks
- Transport in a 4x4 overland truck
- Information for preparing for the trip & tour folder
FAQS
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The tour takes place in a small group, usually between 6 and 12 participants.
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It depends on your nationality. Zimbabwe, Botswana, and South Africa have different visa regulations. Please check this before booking.
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Yellow fever vaccination, malaria prophylaxis, standard vaccinations:
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Comfortable, breathable clothing Sturdy shoes for safaris Sunscreen (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses) Binoculars for wildlife observation Camera with enough storage space Insect repellent
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Scenic flight over Victoria Falls or the Okavango Delta White-water rafting on the Zambezi Bungee jumping at Victoria Falls Safari in Chobe National Park
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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