Fly overnight from London Heathrow, via Addis Ababa, to Victoria Falls.
Victoria Falls to the Okavango
Botswana, Zimbabwe
11 nights 24 Departures Available
View All Dates & BookThis is a tour of wildlife and wonders, from the widest cascade of water on earth, Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls, including a stay at the iconic eponymous hotel; to the pools, pans, and plains of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, and mahogany forests of Chobe National Park
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Overview
This brilliant tour in Zimbabwe and Botswana is bookended by one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Victoria Falls, twice as wide and twice as deep as Niagara, where 600 million litres of water per-minute crash over the Zambezi cataract. From here we drive to Botswana’s Chobe National Park. Not the biggest but considered to be one of the best in Africa, the award-winning park, known as “the land of giants”, has the world’s largest population of elephants. The wild and wonderful Okavango Delta is the setting for the Dinare concession, at the edge of Moremi National Park. The first reserve in Africa to be established by local people, to preserve the wildlife in their ancestral lands, this paradise is visited by kingfishers, copper-tailed coucals, hornbills and hamerkops; its land-based animals including hippos and elephant herds, plains game and predatory big cats, and both Black and White rhino. Combining land-based game drives with ‘mokoro’ canoe safaris, and optional helicopter flights, the tour is a tale of two seasons, the lush landscapes of January to May, and the dry May to October, when animals gather at water resources in Chobe and the Delta.
Highlights
- Traditional ‘mokoro’ canoe safari
- Sunset cruise on the Chobe River
- Visit spectacular Victoria Falls
- Okavango Delta’s wilderness
- Chobe NP huge elephant herds
- Optional flight over the falls
Itinerary
Day 1 - Fly indirect to Victoria Falls
Day 2 - Transfer to your accommodation
Transfer on arrival to the 5-star Victoria Falls Hotel, a member of the prestigious ‘Leading Hotels of the World’, and Zimbabwe’s grandest and oldest luxury hotel, gazing out from its gardens to the spray cloud from the Zambezi River’s 110m high cataract, forming the fantastic Victoria Falls. Two-night stay.
Day 3 - Enjoy a guided walk of the Falls and a sunset cruise
More evocatively known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, ‘the smoke that thunders’, the Falls’ constant spray creates a thriving rainforest, which is buzzing with birds, insects, and small mammals. With a morning guided walk of the Falls and a sunset Zambezi River cruise, there is also a bird’s-eye-view option of a helicopter flight (12 minutes, pre-bookable).
(B)
Day 4 - Travel to Kansane
Transfer to Kasane, at the north-eastern edge of Chobe, Botswana’s first National Park; famed as one of Africa’s great wildlife parks for its concentration of game and unrivalled population of elephants. Three nights at Chobe Safari Lodge, within 150m of the Chobe River.
(B, L, D)
Day 5 - Explore the park on a game drive and river cruise
Spread around the riverbanks, the park’s floodplains and mahogany forests are home to impala, giraffe, zebra herds, majestic kudu, and 450 species of birds. An early morning game drive is followed by an afternoon river cruise.
(B, L, D)
Day 6 - Enjoy a game drive and an afternoon cruise
Rise early for a morning game drive, perhaps seeing the wild dogs, buffalo and Big Cats; and look out for hippos and crocodiles on an afternoon cruise of the Chobe River.
(B, L, D)
Day 7 - Fly to the Okavango Delta
Fly from Kasane to the Okavango Delta, where clear water channels link blue lagoons, cloaked with lilies, cutting through grassland and woodland, and punctuated with papyrus and palm islets. Enjoy a game drive enroute to the boutique Mma Dinare Lodge or Rra Dinare, within the private Dinare wildlife concession, adjacent to Moremi National Park. Afternoon game drive. Three-night stay.
(B, L, D)
Day 8 - Enjoy a traditional canoe excursion and afternoon game drive
Take to the region’s ‘mokoro’ traditional canoes, where your guide propels the craft through the channels with a long ‘nkashi’ pole, for early morning game and birdlife viewing from the channels of the delta (replaced by land-based safari if water levels are low); and enjoy an afternoon game drive.
(B, L, D)
Day 9 - Spend the morning on a game drive or an optional helicopter flight
Enjoy a morning game drive or optional helicopter flight above the wilds of the Okavango (30 minutes, bookable locally). Afternoon game drive.
(B, L, D)
Day 10 - Fly to Kasane and transfer to Victoria Falls
Fly to Kasane and transfer to the Victoria Falls Hotel for an overnight stay.
(B)
Day 11 - Fly home indirect from Victoria Falls
Transfer to the airport for the return flight via Addis Ababa. (B)
(B)
Day 12 - Arrive home
Arrival at London Heathrow.
Notes:
Some travel is on unmade, bumpy roads and it is sometimes necessary to ‘climb’ into the safari vehicle.
A luggage allowance of 20 kg per person in soft or small bags is applicable for internal flights.
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Accommodation
Here is a list of the accommodation you can stay in for this tour. Occasionally we use alternative hotels, or have a choice of hotels to choose from which will be detailed when booking.
Victoria Falls Hotel - Victoria Falls
One of the world’s great hotels, known as ‘The Grand Old Lady of the Falls’ and a member of the exclusive ‘Leading Hotels of the World’, this 5-star hotel is steeped in history and tradition. Fine dining and casual restaurants, afternoon teas on the terrace, pool and gardens, a short walk to the falls and WiFi (free). 161 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe and satellite TV.
Chobe Safari Lodge - Chobe National Park
Chobe Safari Lodge is situated in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River, adjoining and sharing facilities with Chobe Bush Lodge. Restaurant, bar, pool and 76 air-conditioned rooms with safe and satellite TV.
Mma Dinare Lodge - Okavango Delta
Adjacent to Moremi Game reserve on south eastern side of the Delta, overlooking the Gomoti River Channel offering a classic safari experience within its own private wildlife area. Restaurant, bar, small pool, free laundry service. 8 stylish tents overlooking the river floodplains.
Rra Dinare - Okavango Delta
Under One Botswana Sky Tented Camps: Stay at the newly christened Rra Dinare (Father of Many Buffalo) in the south eastern part of the Okavango Delta overlooking the Gomoti River, offering a classic safari experience within it's own private wildlife concession. Restaurant, bar, small pool, free laundry service and 8 luxury tented rooms with private facilities.
Optional Extras
Customize your tour by adding optional excursions or extend your journey with our curated add-on extensions.
Optional Excursions
Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls
Get incredible views of Victoria Falls, from multiple angles, that would not be possible at ground level. This 12 mins helicopter tour takes you over the mighty Falls, the Batoka Gorge, the Zambezi River.
Extension Options
Stay inside Hwange National Park at the Wilderness Davison's Camp or Little Makalolo Camp overlooking a waterhole. Includes game drive, meals and drinks. The largest and most prolific game reserve in Zimbabwe. Hwange is a few hours drive from Victoria Falls. It boasts a variety of landscapes and wildlife such as lion, elephant, giraffe, wildebeest and numerous bird species.
Stay Extra Nights...
Add extra nights to your tour at the starting or ending hotel.
- Travel Guides -
You can find out more about the county on the travel guide.
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Dates & Prices
The below departures are available - please click into the booking process for a quote and to book.
London Heathrow Airport from £ 5895
| Date | Two sharing | Solo traveller | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Mar 25 (11 nights) | £5895pp | £6510pp | Book now | |
| 07 Apr 25 (11 nights) | £6795pp | £7410pp | Book now | |
| 12 May 25 (11 nights) | £6995pp | £7610pp | Book now | |
| 02 Jun 25 (11 nights) | 4 Places Remaining | £6995pp | £7610pp | Book now |
| 16 Jun 25 (11 nights) | £6995pp | £7610pp | Book now | |
| 07 Jul 25 (11 nights) | 4 Places Remaining | £7245pp | £7940pp | Book now |
| 21 Jul 25 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (1 Room Remaining), 4 Places Remaining | £7245pp | £7860pp | Book now |
| 25 Aug 25 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £7595pp | £7595pp | Book now |
| 08 Sep 25 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £7595pp | £8290pp | Book now |
| 15 Sep 25 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £7445pp | £8140pp | Book now |
| 06 Oct 25 (11 nights) | Solo Group Departure | £7695pp | £7695pp | Book now |
| 03 Nov 25 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £7095pp | £7790pp | Book now |
| 16 Feb 26 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £6295pp | £6295pp | Book now |
| 09 Mar 26 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £6295pp | £6295pp | Book now |
| 06 Apr 26 (11 nights) | £7145pp | £8890pp | Book now | |
| 11 May 26 (11 nights) | Solo Group Departure | £7145pp | £7145pp | Book now |
| 01 Jun 26 (11 nights) | £7195pp | £8940pp | Book now | |
| 15 Jun 26 (11 nights) | £7195pp | £8940pp | Book now | |
| 06 Jul 26 (11 nights) | £7445pp | £9190pp | Book now | |
| 24 Aug 26 (11 nights) | £8345pp | £10340pp | Book now | |
| 14 Sep 26 (11 nights) | £8195pp | £10190pp | Book now | |
| 21 Sep 26 (11 nights) | £8195pp | £10190pp | Book now | |
| 05 Oct 26 (11 nights) | £8195pp | £10190pp | Book now | |
| 02 Nov 26 (11 nights) | No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining) | £6545pp | £6545pp | Book now |
Private Groups Available
- Privately guided options available, £1495 per person (based on 2 people)
- On request, please call
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes, transfers, 9 nights' accommodation, breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 6 dinners, park fees, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, optional excursions, visa procurement, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
Optional Excursions
- Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls (2025) - £180
- Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls (2026) - £180
Extension Options
The following extensions are available to book with this tour. Please click through to the booking process to check your preferred departure date and to make a reservation.
Hwange Extension
Stay inside Hwange National Park at the Wilderness Davison's Camp or Little Makalolo Camp overlooking a waterhole. Includes game drive, meals and drinks. The largest and most prolific game reserve in Zimbabwe. Hwange is a few hours drive from Victoria Falls. It boasts a variety of landscapes and wildlife such as lion, elephant, giraffe, wildebeest and numerous bird species.
Zimbabwe
2 nights
Price
- 2025: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov £1095
- 2026: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov £1145
Single Supplement
- 2025: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep 11, Sep 18, Sep 25, Oct, Nov £195
- 2025: Sep 04 £215
- 2026: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov £215
Itinerary
Day 1 - Transfer by road to Hwange National Park before an afternoon game drive
Transfer by road from Victoria Falls Hotel to Hwange National Park visiting en route the Painted Dogs Centre. Two nights at the Wilderness Davison's Camp or Little Makalolo Camp. Afternoon game drive.
(D)
Day 2 - Enjoy two game drives in search of wildlife
Morning and afternoon game drive.
(B, L, D)
Day 3 - Travel to the airport for your return flight to the UK
Transfer by road to Victoria Falls airport for your return flight to London.
(B)
Stay Extra Nights...
Extra nights are priced per person, per night.
Please contact us to check availability and book alongside your tour.
Stay in Victoria Falls before you start your tour or before flying back to the UK
Extra nights are on request, please call to discuss your requirements
Victoria Falls Hotel
(per night) £295 (2025/2026 £315)
Single supplement £245 (2025/2026 £250)
Departure transfer add £20