Southern Africa Explorer

Southern Africa Explorer

"Botswana, Zambia & Zimbabwe in One Journey"

Duration

14 Days / 13 Nights

Group Size

2–6 people

A 14-day bespoke journey through Southern Africa's finest wilderness — the Okavango Delta by mokoro, Victoria Falls, South Luangwa's walking safaris, and Hwange's elephant kingdom.

This journey distils the very best of Southern Africa into 14 extraordinary days. Begin in the Okavango Delta — gliding through reed-lined channels by mokoro canoe — before crossing to the thundering spectacle of Victoria Falls. Continue to Zambia's South Luangwa for the continent's finest walking safaris, then conclude in Zimbabwe's Hwange with some of Africa's greatest elephant encounters.

Each destination presents a distinct character: the waterway intimacy of the Okavango, the raw power of the Falls, the walking-first philosophy of Luangwa, and the professional guiding excellence of Zimbabwe. Together they form one of Africa's great safari journeys.

Safari Highlights

Okavango Delta mokoro canoe safaris
Victoria Falls helicopter & Devil's Pool
South Luangwa walking safaris
Hwange elephant herds at waterholes
Multi-country bespoke routing
Remote fly-in luxury camps

Your Itinerary

1

Arrive Maun, Botswana

Stay: Jacana Camp, Okavango Delta

Fly into Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Transfer and light aircraft flight into your remote delta camp. Afternoon mokoro excursion through the channels.
2

Okavango Delta — Mokoro & Walking

Stay: Jacana Camp, Okavango Delta

Full day exploring the delta by mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) and on foot with a San guide. Track wildlife on islands and listen to the extraordinary soundscape of the waterways.
3

Okavango Delta — Game Drives & Mokoro

Stay: Jacana Camp, Okavango Delta

Morning vehicle game drive on the outer edges of the delta where large mammals concentrate. Afternoon mokoro safari exploring the inner channels and lily-covered lagoons. Sundowner from a papyrus island.
4

Okavango to Chobe

Stay: Chobe Game Lodge

Light aircraft flight from the delta to Kasane, gateway to Chobe National Park. Afternoon Chobe River sunset boat cruise watching enormous elephant herds come to drink.
5

Chobe Game Drive & Boat Cruise

Stay: Chobe Game Lodge

Full day in Chobe with a morning vehicle game drive (home to 130,000+ elephants) and an afternoon boat cruise along the Chobe River — one of Africa's finest game-viewing experiences from the water.
6

Chobe to Victoria Falls

Stay: Livingstone, Zambia

Morning game drive, then cross the border into Zimbabwe or Zambia and arrive at Victoria Falls. Afternoon walking tour of the Falls — the full width of Mosi-oa-Tunya revealed for the first time.
7

Victoria Falls Activities

Stay: Toka Leya Camp, Livingstone

A full day at the Falls. Optional helicopter "Flight of Angels" for an aerial perspective, white-water rafting on the Zambezi's grade 5 rapids, sunset cruise, or the extraordinary Devil's Pool swim at the rim (seasonal).
8

Livingstone to South Luangwa

Stay: Tena Tena Camp, South Luangwa

Light aircraft or road transfer to South Luangwa National Park — the birthplace of the walking safari. Afternoon game drive introducing the Luangwa Valley.
9

South Luangwa — Walking Safari

Stay: Tena Tena Camp, South Luangwa

Explore South Luangwa on foot with professional walking guides — Africa's most authentic safari experience. The bush reveals itself differently at ground level: tracking elephant, reading spoor, and experiencing the raw detail of wilderness.
10

South Luangwa — Night Drive & Day Safari

Stay: Tena Tena Camp, South Luangwa

Morning game drive in the Luangwa Valley. Afternoon at camp. After dark, a night drive reveals Luangwa's famous leopards, civets, and nocturnal creatures.
11

Luangwa to Hwange, Zimbabwe

Stay: Little Makalolo Camp, Hwange

Fly via Lusaka to Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. Arrive and transfer to your camp for an introductory afternoon game drive — Hwange's famous waterholes are already buzzing with elephant activity.
12

Hwange — Full Day Safari

Stay: Little Makalolo Camp, Hwange

A full day with some of Africa's finest professional guides. Morning and afternoon game drives around Hwange's network of waterholes. Lion, elephant, wild dog, and hyena are all regularly seen.
13

Hwange — Walking Safari & Final Drive

Stay: Little Makalolo Camp, Hwange

Morning walking safari with Hwange's exceptional guides. Afternoon final game drive as the sun paints the bush gold. Farewell dinner under the Milky Way.
14

Departure

Early morning game drive before transfer to Hwange airstrip or Vic Falls airport for your onward flight. The bush recedes behind you — but the memories do not.

Included

  • All park and conservation fees
  • Private flights between destinations
  • Expert guides throughout
  • 13 nights full-board accommodation in premium lodges and camps
  • All activities as per itinerary (including walking safaris, mokoro, boat cruises)
  • Return regional airport transfers
  • Bottled water and snacks on game drives

Not Included

  • International flights to/from Maun, Botswana
  • Visas for Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Victoria Falls activities at own cost (bungee, white-water rafting)

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Duration 14D / 13N
Group Size Up to 6
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