Is there luggage restriction for the tour?

We suggest carrying soft luggage with a limit of about 20KG.

Can I stay at the hotel for a few extra days?

Post-tour accommodation can be arranged depending on availability.

What visas are required for this trip?

Visas are not required by Australian and New Zealand citizens for this trip.

What transportation will be used during the tour?

Transportation includes shared safari vehicles and mini buses for different parts of the journey.

What is included in the meals during the tour?

Meals vary, but they do cater for special dietary requirements upon request.

What is the maximum group size for the tour?

Group sizes differ, but you can expect a comfortable travel experience with enough room.

Can I book extra nights before or after the tour?

Yes, extra nights can be arranged based on availability at the chosen accommodation.

What is the accommodation type during the trip?

Camping accommodations are set up with private bathrooms and comfortable bedding.

Is there an option for solo travelers?

Yes, solo travelers can book a single supplement for private accommodation.

Is he able to qualify for this tour? What time of year if best for game?

We do not have an upper age limit, but I have highlighted below some things to consider: We drive in safari trucks which are open sided when the canvas sides are rolled up. There are long drives of 5hrs+ up to 9 hrs on Days 2, 3, 5, 9, 10 & 12. Houseboat will have ladder steps so need to be aware and able to manoeuvre. Will need to be able to get in and out of small boats for any of the boat trips on days 2-4. Day 3 includes a 2 hr walk. Rest of the trip will be mostly game drives so as long as you are able to get in and out of these vehicles which have high steps that will be fine. Passengers should also advise the tour leader on arrival of any walking restrictions or need to be near to the toilet block when camping.

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Botswana Wildlife Safari

14 days

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Start and end in Victoria Falls

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The food was all cooked over an open fire and was great. The sights our Guide Chief showed us will be with us forever.
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Robert Innes, traveled in August
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Platinum Operator: Explore!
Safari: Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 12
Ages 16+

Animals You Might See

Elephant
Buffalo
Wildebeest
Zebra
Giraffe
Hippo
Lion
Leopard
Hyena
White Rhino

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Itinerary

Day 1
Victoria Falls
Accommodation
Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge), Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Whitewater rafting
- Canoeing
- Zambezi River cruises
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Zambezi River
Day 2
Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park
Accommodation
Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp (or similar))
Included Activities
- Kazungula border crossing
- Late-afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Chobe River
Kazungula border crossing
Day 3
Chobe National Park
Accommodation
Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp (or similar))
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Chobe National Park
- Afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
Optional Activities
- Chobe River cruise
Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Day 4
Chobe National Park to Savuti
Accommodation
Camping (HATAB Camp Savuti (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel to Savuti game area
- Wildlife viewing in Savuti
Landmarks
Savuti Channel
Savuti game area
Day 5
Savuti
Accommodation
Camping (HATAB Camp Savuti (or similar))
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Savuti
- Afternoon game drive in Savuti
Landmarks
Savuti game area
Day 6
Savuti to Moremi Game Reserve
Accommodation
Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))
Included Activities
- Drive to Moremi Game Reserve
- Wildlife viewing in Moremi
Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta
Xakanaxa area
Day 7
Moremi Game Reserve
Meals
Brunch
Accommodation
Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Moremi Game Reserve
- Afternoon game drive in Moremi Game Reserve
Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta
Day 8
Moremi Game Reserve
Accommodation
Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))
Included Activities
- Game drives deeper in Moremi Game Reserve
- Wildlife viewing in Okavango area
Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta
Day 9
Moremi Game Reserve to Maun
Accommodation
Hotel (Thamo Telele), Lodge (Thamo Telele (or similar))
Included Activities
- Morning game drive in Moremi Game Reserve
Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Day 10
Maun to Okavango River
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (In the top-floor dining room with panoramic windows of the Okavango River basin), Dinner
Accommodation
Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat (or similar))
Included Activities
- Drive to Shakawe
- Board motor launch to houseboat
- Afternoon launch cruise on Okavango River
Landmarks
Okavango River
Okavango Delta
Day 11
Okavango River
Meals
Lunch (Late lunch aboard the houseboat)
Accommodation
Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Tsodilo Hills with expert local guide
- Afternoon wildlife viewing launch on Okavango River
Optional Activities
- Morning launch on houseboat (alternative to Tsodilo Hills visit)
Landmarks
Tsodilo Hills
Okavango River
Day 12
Okavango River to Victoria Falls
Accommodation
Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Drive through Caprivi Strip
- Border crossing at Mohembo Border Post
Landmarks
Mohembo Border Post
Caprivi Strip
Day 13
Victoria Falls
Accommodation
Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Victoria Falls
Optional Activities
- Two-hour game drive in Zambezi National Park in search of the Big 5
- Scenic helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
- Whitewater rafting in the Zambezi
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Zambezi National Park
Zambezi River
Day 14
Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Victoria Falls town

Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Zambezi River

Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Chobe River
Kazungula border crossing

Landmarks
Chobe National Park

Landmarks
Savuti Channel
Savuti game area

Landmarks
Savuti game area

Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta
Xakanaxa area

Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve

Landmarks
Okavango River
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Tsodilo Hills
Okavango River

Landmarks
Mohembo Border Post
Caprivi Strip

Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Zambezi National Park
Zambezi River

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Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar)
Lodge
Days 1, 12, 13
Batonka Guest Lodge
Lodge
day 1
Chobe Noka Tented Camp (or similar)
Camping
Days 2, 3
HATAB Camp Savuti (or similar)
Camping
Days 4, 5
HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar)
Camping
Days 6, 7, 8
Thamo Telele (or similar)
Lodge
day 9
Thamo Telele
Hotel
day 9
Okavango Spirit House Boat (or similar)
Berth / Cabin
Days 10, 11

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Rating: 4.5(8,639 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 92%
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Traveler Reviews

4.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
3.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.5
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.5

R
Richard
October 18th, 2025
Sam was a great guide, showing us how to spot animal behaviors and tracking wildlife. He is a highly competent and...
Sam was a great guide, showing us how to spot animal behaviors and tracking wildlife. He is a highly competent and very communicative guide and Driver.The food was very good, well prepared and plentiful. The staff in every location accommodated my gluten-free sugar-free requirement with Grace and entertaining options. Some of the drives were too far. Too many hours in the truck bouncing around. The houseboat lacked screens and the high temperature and high humidity was less than fun. During our five day rough camp, the afternoon recess where there was no place to get away from the extreme heat was less than ideal. And if you could put a better refrigerator in the truck it would help as well.Show more
Traveled in October 2025
Reply from: Explore!
Thank you for such a lovely four star review! It's so great to see you had a great time in Botswana with us, and thank for you for your kind words about your Tour Leader, Sam. I will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to him and the rest of the team behind this adventure. Thank you as well for your feedback about the houseboat and some of the drives, I will pass this on to our Local Partners to see if there are any changes which need to be made. Feedback such as yours is the only way for us to ensure our trips are running to the high standard which we expect. We hope you decide to join us on another Explore adventure again soon!
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Marilee
September 8th, 2025
This trip takes you deep into Botswana with Chobe, Saudi and Okavango yielding many up close animal sightings. It...
This trip takes you deep into Botswana with Chobe, Saudi and Okavango yielding many up close animal sightings. It does include 5 nights of rough camping and most transportation is in a 12 passenger open sided jeep so be prepared to get windswept and dusty. Our guide, Phenyu, was outstanding in that he was exceptionally knowledgeable about the wildlife and attentive to the needs of his group. The one unresolved issue we had was with Explore and their subcontracted company Wilderness Dawning. We were switched to a different houseboat the day before before we were to arrive there. The new houseboat was promised to be an upgrade but was actually, at best, a 2 star experience with some rooms not having proper bathrooms. The new boat added 2 additional hours to an already 11 hour trip to Victoria Falls in that open sided jeep. Under protest, the company picked up one dinner and provided a hot van for part of the drive and has promised compensation which has yet to materialize.Show more
Traveled in August 2025
Reply from: Explore!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed the incredible wildlife encounters in Botswana and that your Tour Leader, Phenyu took such great care of your group. We’re truly sorry for the disruption caused by the houseboat change and its impact, and we’ve already been in touch with your group directly with our apologies and compensation. We hope the many special memories from your adventure stay with you and we hope to welcome you on another Explore trip in the future.
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Victoria
Asked on February 17th, 2025
Is there luggage restriction for the tour?
Transport
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2025
  We suggest carrying soft luggage with a limit of about 20KG.
D
Dianne
Asked on December 17th, 2024
Can I stay at the hotel for a few extra days?
Accommodation
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2024
  Post-tour accommodation can be arranged depending on availability.
F
Franc
Asked on December 14th, 2024
What visas are required for this trip?
Visa
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2024
  Visas are not required by Australian and New Zealand citizens for this trip.
C
Carlita
Asked on October 23rd, 2024
What transportation will be used during the tour?
Transport
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
  Transportation includes shared safari vehicles and mini buses for different parts of the journey.
A
Anton
Asked on October 21st, 2024
What is included in the meals during the tour?
Meals
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
  Meals vary, but they do cater for special dietary requirements upon request.
M
Maria
Asked on September 17th, 2024
What is the maximum group size for the tour?
Group size
- Explore!Operator•Written September 2024
  Group sizes differ, but you can expect a comfortable travel experience with enough room.
P
Philippe
Asked on July 31st, 2024
Can I book extra nights before or after the tour?
Accommodation
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
  Yes, extra nights can be arranged based on availability at the chosen accommodation.
L
Lhoussain
Asked on May 15th, 2024
What is the accommodation type during the trip?
Accommodation
- Explore!Operator•Written May 2024
  Camping accommodations are set up with private bathrooms and comfortable bedding.
E
Estefania
Asked on April 7th, 2024
Is there an option for solo travelers?
Single supplement
- Explore!Operator•Written April 2024
  Yes, solo travelers can book a single supplement for private accommodation.
G
Gail
Asked on March 10th, 2024
Is he able to qualify for this tour? What time of year if best for game?
Age Range
Tour Details
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2024
  We do not have an upper age limit, but I have highlighted below some things to consider: We drive in safari trucks which are open sided when the canvas sides are rolled up. There are long drives of 5hrs+ up to 9 hrs on Days 2, 3, 5, 9, 10 & 12. Houseboat will have ladder steps so need to be aware and able to manoeuvre. Will need to be able to get in and out of small boats for any of the boat trips on days 2-4. Day 3 includes a 2 hr walk. Rest of the trip will be mostly game drives so as long as you are able to get in and out of these vehicles which have high steps that will be fine. Passengers should also advise the tour leader on arrival of any walking restrictions or need to be near to the toilet block when camping.

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As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types D, M, G. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types D, M. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 20th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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