12 Days Botswana and Beyond Tour Package

Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights 
Priced From: $6,998 pp Dbl. Occ.
Dates: May, Jun, Oct

Glide in mokoros across the verdant labyrinth of lagoons in the Okavango Delta; stand in awe of an endless curtain of water at majestic Victoria Falls; and watch for hippos, crocodiles and massive herds of elephant while on a river safari, all while discovering the remarkable landlocked national parks and reserves of Zambia, Namibia and Botswana.

On your Botswana Vacation you will discover that the dynamic curtain of water found at Victoria Falls, the floodplains of Puku Flats and shimmering Okavango Delta stand in sharp contrast to the lifeless, barren desert often imagined. These oases are crammed with wildlife, allowing for unimaginably rich wildlife viewing. And even in the world’s largest unbroken stretch of sand, the Kalahari Desert, a full-spectrum of birds, wildlife and plants spread across the Makgadikgadi Pans.

Depart the U.S. en route to Johannesburg, South Africa, where we overnight at the Mondior Condor Hotel. (Meals Aloft)

Day 3
Victoria Falls, Zambia

Fly to Livingstone, where we spend the afternoon at stunning Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls is one of the world’s greatest cataracts, a mile wide and 360 feet high where the Zambezi River plunges into a deep chasm. Spend tonight at the David Livingstone Hotel and Spa. (B,L,D) 

Days 4 & 5
Chobe National Park, Namibia

Board boats as we head into Namibia to the Chobe National Park. Our home for two nights is Chobe Savanna Lodge, overlooking the Puku Flats. The Puku Flats are renowned for prolific wildlife, including the rare Puku antelope, herds of elephant, buffalo, hippo and concentrations of giraffe, sable, wild dog, lion and the other predators which come down to the river to drink and hunt. (B,L,D Daily)

Days 6 & 7
Okavango Delta, Botswana

Fly to the Okavango Delta, a wilderness of waterways, islands and wildlife. We’ll stay in the delta’s heart, and enjoy game viewing drives, foot safaris, mokoro excursions and boating explorations. Wildlife includes lion, leopard, hippo, elephant and rarities such as the shy sitatunga antelope. The bird life here is exceptional. (B,L,D Daily)

Days 8 & 9
Makgadikgadi Pans

Fly to the Makgadikgadi Pans, exploring the remains of what was once an enormous lake at the southern end of the Great Rift Valley. Our activities here include night drives to view desert wildlife, game walks with Bushmen trackers and bird walks to the breeding sites of migratory birds. Spend two nights at Leroo La-Tau. (B,L,D Daily)

Days 10-12
Maun, Botswana / Johannesburg / U.S.

Fly from Maun, Botswana to Johannesburg, and spend tonight at the Mondior Concorde Hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Johannesburg. While here, you may wish to take in Johannesburg's eclectic mix of museums, galleries and theaters or shop, before meeting our connecting flights to the U.S. (Days 10 & 11: B; Day 12: Meals Aloft)

The new Mondior Concorde Hotel is furnished with contemporary elegance, and offers wireless Internet in all public areas. The hotel is conveniently located next to the Convention Center and offers easy access to the Emperors Palace.

Chobe Savanna Lodge

Chobe Savanna Lodge is situated on the northern banks of the Chobe River in the Eastern Caprivi, Namibia. Chobe Savanna Lodge accommodates a maximum of 24 guests in thatched chalets, each with a combined bedroom/lounge area, en suite bathrooms and private deck. All rooms are furnished in a contemporary African theme, air-conditioned and have complimentary mini bars. Chobe Savanna Lodge is situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, on the banks of the Chobe River. The lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park's Puku Flats, making it the perfect location for viewing the expanse of the African bush.

Leroo La-Tau

Leroo La-Tau offers 12 luxury thatch and glass suites with en suite bathrooms, each on raised wooden platforms. In the inviting main lounge and dining area, sit back and relax while listening to the wide variety of night sounds so characteristic of the African bush. Or simply lounge around the poolwhile appreciating the herds of zebra and wildebeest which are often seen around the lodge grounds and watering hole.

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