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Family Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari Adventure

12 days
From Victoria Falls to Maun
4.6
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Safari
Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
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 8 - 12
Ages 7+

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Victoria Falls

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge), Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Whitewater rafting on the Zambezi River
    • Canoeing on the Upper Zambezi
    • Dinner with tour group
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Victoria Falls

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge), Lodge (Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Victoria Falls with tour leader guidance and time to explore the surrounding paths and viewpoints

    Optional Activities

    • Half-day game drive in Zambezi National Park
    • Whitewater rafting on the Zambezi River (US$ 160 per person half day low water, US$ 170 per person full day low water; minimum age 15 years)
    • Upper Zambezi canoeing (US$ 115 per person half day, US$ 140 per person full day; minimum age 12 years)
    • Zambezi River cruise on MV Makumbi breakfast cruise (US$ 50 plus US$ 10 park fee per person)
    • Zambezi River cruise lunch (US$ 55 plus US$ 10 park fee per person)
    • Zambezi River cruise sunset (US$ 55 plus US$ 10 park fee per person)
    • Livingstone Island tours (from US$ 105 per person including transfers)
    • Cultural village tour (US$ 50 per person including transfers)
    • Scenic helicopter flight over Victoria Falls (US$ 360 per person plus US$ 6 aviation fee)
    • Game Safari in Zambezi National Park (approximately 2 hours, US$ 60 plus US$ 10 park fee per person)
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls
    Zambezi National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park

    Accommodation
    Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp), Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Late afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park
    Landmarks
    Chobe National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Chobe National Park

    Accommodation
    Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp), Camping (Chobe Noka Tented Camp (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive along the Chobe River
    • Afternoon boat trip on the Chobe River for wildlife viewing
    Landmarks
    Chobe River
    Serondela
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  5. Day 5

    Chobe to Okavango Panhandle

    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat), Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Motor launch transfer to houseboat on Okavango River
    Landmarks
    Okavango River
    Caprivi Strip
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  6. Day 6

    Okavango Panhandle

    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat), Berth / Cabin (Okavango Spirit House Boat (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Motorised boat trips through Okavango Delta channels
    • Traditional sundowner relaxation on houseboat
    Landmarks
    Okavango Delta
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  7. Day 7

    Okavango to Maun

    Meals
    Lunch (Early picnic lunch at Tsodilo Hills site)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Island Safari Lodge), Lodge (Island Safari Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Tsodilo Hills rock paintings (approximately 2 hours with local expert guide on flat well-graded path)
    • Early picnic lunch at Tsodilo Hills site
    Landmarks
    Tsodilo Hills
    Moremi Game Reserve
  8. Day 8

    Moremi Game Reserve

    Accommodation
    Camping (DWNP Public Campsite), Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Late afternoon game drive in Moremi Game Reserve
    Landmarks
    Moremi Game Reserve
    Xakanaxa
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  9. Day 9

    Moremi Game Reserve

    Meals
    Breakfast (Brunch after morning game drive)
    Accommodation
    Camping (DWNP Public Campsite), Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive at first light
    • Afternoon game drive (departure around 4pm)
    Landmarks
    Moremi Game Reserve
  10. Day 10

    Moremi Game Reserve

    Accommodation
    Camping (DWNP Public Campsite), Camping (HATAB Moremi Game Reserve Camps (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Full day of game drives in Moremi Game Reserve
    Landmarks
    Moremi Game Reserve
  11. Day 11

    Moremi to Maun

    Accommodation
    Lodge (Island Safari Lodge), Lodge (Island Safari Lodge (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional activities in Maun
    • Swimming pool relaxation at hotel
  12. Day 12

    Maun

    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.6
Overall rating based on 140 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.2
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.7
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  • R
    August 28th, 2024
    5.0
    My wife and I hadn't "camped" since we were married some 35 years ago but we more than survived the 5 days on Safari....
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    Traveled in August 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am thrilled to read that you had such an incredible experience with us and fully embraced the camping experience. We pride ourselves on providing our guests with great facilities and excellent care of our leaders and camp staff and I will make certain that they get to see your feedback. Hopefully, your comments will encourage others to take that step and embrace Botswana in the way you clearly have! I hope it won't be too long before we see you on another small group adventure with Explore. Lisa, Customer Relations
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  • Family Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari Adventure reviewer 2
    August 12th, 2024
    4.0
    This was a very intrresting tour but one has to be prepared for the long drives in an open vehicle where you are...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you for taking the time to review your Botswana Wildlife Safari. We are sorry for the changes made to the itinerary and the accommodations, however, due to feedback received from a member of the Explore team, we felt these changes would provide a more enjoyable experience for your group. We are so delighted that you found the itinerary to have been put together well, had an overall good experience, and would recommend this trip to others. Thank you once again for your feedback as it is invaluable to ensuring we are offering unforgettable experiences. We hope to have the chance to welcome you on another Explore adventure in the future. Best regards, Explore!
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    May 6th, 2024
    2.0
    To Whom it May Concern [Removed in Moderation] I am disappointed that I have had to write to you regarding my...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you were disappointed in elements of this tour. We have responded to your complaint directly.
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  • A
    April 25th, 2023
    4.8
    Obviously seeing all the animals and birds which was the reason for booking this trip. The Victoria Falls zipline was...
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    Traveled in April 2023
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  • A
    April 28th, 2023
    4.2
    Victoria falls and leopards
    Traveled in April 2023
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  • A
    May 8th, 2023
    5.0
    All I wanted to see was an elephant! We saw hundreds. Seeing lion cubs with their mother, leopard (twice) Cheetahs....
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 10th, 2023
    4.7
    Victoria Falls from Zimbabwe. Fantastic close up wildlife. Brilliant Guide and Houseboat / Camp crew.
    Traveled in April 2023
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  • A
    May 13th, 2023
    5.0
    The greatest highlight of our trip was to have Solomon guide for us, because of him, we saw so many different and...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 28th, 2023
    4.7
    Wildlife, brilliant guide (Jo) and wonderful fellow travellers
    Traveled in May 2023
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  • A
    June 5th, 2023
    4.5
    The highlights were seeing all the animals we did see - sadly no rhinoceros or cheetah - feeling privileged to be in...
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    Traveled in May 2023
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    Sandy

    Asked on February 13th, 2025

    I am looking for a great nature tour to present to my Naturalist Club of Springfield , Ma. We are a group of interested environmentalists, and there are many science teachers at different levels of education. The Family Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari Adventure has exactly what we would like to do. It has several days in Moremi, with the tent camping, and the river with the house boat, and quite an adventurous itinerary. We are a hiking group with many animal and bird lovers. We are still sending out information in our group for interest. We are hoping to get 10-12 people to go. I have looked at the other adventures, and no others have what this one has. We would like to go in May or June or September of 2026. Is there any way that we could have our own trip with this itinerary.? I'd like to present this to the group with our next meeting Feb. 19, 2025. Is this kind of trip a possibility? Please advise.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2025

      We would be happy to look into a private departure of this itinerary for you. To get started on a provisional price for the group we would require the below information: Preferred Date Option 1, Preferred Date Option 2, Total Number of Travelers, Number of Twin Rooms, Number of Single Rooms, Number of Triple Rooms, How Many Children, Children Ages, If any Pre or Post Tour Accommodation is Needed, Currency to Quote in. Once we have the above details, we are generally able to provide a quote within 10 business days. If the provisional quote is within a range you are happy with, then we would require a 10% deposit to inquire about and secure availability.

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      Sandy

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      I will be meeting with my co-member Tom Condon next Wednesday pm to discuss our options. There will be no children, so we will be discussing a school time as that is also cheaper airfare. I'd like to shoot for 12 Travelers as 12 is the maximum. Are there any reduced prices for a full group?

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    Amy

    Asked on December 17th, 2024

    Can I book a Family Tour if I’m not traveling with a child?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      Family Tours are specifically designed for families traveling with children. Unfortunately, these tours are not available for booking if you are not traveling with a child. This ensures the experience remains focused on creating a family-friendly atmosphere and catering to the needs of young travelers and their families.

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    Philip

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    We are an Australian family keen to explore a private tour of the Okovango Delta and Victoria Falls for about 12 days or so - would you be able to send us a quote?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten November 2024

      The departure for our Family Botswana and Zimbabwe Safari Adventure tour on 19 July only has 3 spaces available. Currently, the next available date is Sat 26 Jul 2025 - Wed 6 Aug 2025. An adult price is $6730 AUD and a children's price is $6160 AUD. We are able to accept children from the age of 7, and a child's price will apply to ages 7-16 for our 2025 departures.

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    Kristina

    Asked on February 16th, 2024

    How much walking is required I am disabled

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2024

      Most days include game drives and these will be on vehicles and not on foot.

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    Annie

    Asked on September 24th, 2023

    do you still have room for 6 of us? And is there a way to hold it while my son and family confirm their schedules?

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      Annie

      TravelerWritten September 2023

      might have to plan it for 2025. It is a great itinerary even if we have to wait a year

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      Annie

      TravelerWritten September 2023

      Don't stress if we do it it will be 2025 due to my son's work he cannot take that time off

    • Explore!OperatorWritten September 2023

      We usually release next years dates towards the end of this year, sometimes it may be the first few months of 2024. As soon as they are available to book we will release them on our website so please check back towards the end of this year.

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    Kimberly

    Asked on July 21st, 2023

    Are international flights included?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten July 2023

      No, flights are not included. But if you would like you can book the flights with us. We can provide you a quote for the international flights.

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    Justin

    Asked on July 10th, 2022

    Is it possible to book with hotel?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten July 2022

      We do not have any group departures for 2022. We no longer run Private departures. Should you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us again on this chat.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana.Namibia.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Botswana.Namibia.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Botswana.Namibia.Zimbabwe. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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