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Botswana Family Safari Comfort

Botswana Family Safari Comfort

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Description

Get the family together and set off on an eight-day safari adventure through Botswana. Visit Victoria Falls at sunrise, adventure through the Chobe National Park on a 4WD game drive and spend a night under the stars on the Ntwtwe Salt Pans. Explore the Okavango Delta on a traditional mokoro boat safari, see a local meerkat colony and enjoy the comfort of lodge accommodation along the way. Try local dishes like phaleche (maize) or magwinya (donuts), learn about the local culture at an entertaining live show featuring songs, dance and puppetry and join a basket weaving class with a local artist.

Trip Name
Botswana Family Safari Comfort
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • See Victoria Falls at sunrise – one of the world’s largest waterfalls and a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the Zambezi River. As the early morning light glistens on the water, colourful rainbows often emerge through the mist.
  • Adventure through the Chobe National Park on a 4WD game drive. Botswana's first national park is known for its many elephants and hippos, so keep an eye out for herds walking by.
  • Watch a family of meerkats on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans go about their morning rituals.
  • Explore the Okavango Delta's maze of lagoons, lakes and streams via a traditional mokoro boat safari.
  • Learn about the local culture at an entertaining live show featuring songs, dance and puppetry – an activity the kids are sure to love!

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Victoria Falls
Mhoro! Welcome to Zimbabwe. Your adventure starts with a welcome meeting at 4 pm this afternoon in Victoria Falls – one of the world’s largest waterfalls and a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the Zambezi River. If you arrive early maybe join a traditional village tour, cruise along the River Song on a sunset cruise or take a thrilling free-fall adventure at the Bridge Swing. After your meeting, there will be time to grab some dinner, then join your fellow travellers to watch the incredible Simunye show at Victoria Falls Theatre.
Day 2 - Kasane
Wake up early to catch the sunrise on a guided tour of the Falls. Spanning about a mile wide and falling 108 m into a narrow gorge below, the spray from the falls can sometimes be seen from far away. In the dry season, the view of the falls is unobstructed by spray and it's possible to see little islets in the river below. After, sit down for breakfast before travelling to Kasane in Botswana – the gateway to Chobe National Park, known for its herds of elephants that converge on the Chobe River in the dry season. When you arrive, the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace.
Day 3 - Kasane
This morning, set off on a 4WD game drive adventure. Journey through the park, you’ll see wildlife up close, and with luck, you’ll spot lions and exotic birds. Botswana's first national park is known for its many elephants and hippos, so keep an eye out for herds walking by, too. They can also often be seen swimming in the Chobe River! The river also attracts buffalo, hippos and crocodiles who like to sun themselves by the water's edge. In the afternoon, take a sunset boat cruise along the river and gain a different view of these amazing animals and landscape.
Day 4 - Makgadikgadi Pans
This morning is free for you to relax, swim in the pool or venture out to see more of the park’s diverse wildlife on another game drive. Later, you’ll travel to Makgadikgadi Pans – one of the world’s largest salt flats in the Kalahari Desert. Today is a bit of a long travel day, so it's a good idea to get stuck into your book or favourite podcasts. When you arrive, you'll have the rest of the evening to spend however you like.
Day 5 - Makgadikgadi Pans
This morning is free for you to relax, maybe at the pool or with a book, before travelling to the edge of the Ntwtwe Salt Pan to see a local meerkat colony. Watch the social animals in their natural habitat as they play, then venture out across the Salt Pans to see the mighty desert covered in white salt crystals. Later, continue to your accommodation for the night – camping out in the middle of the salt flats under a blanket of stars.
Day 6 - Maun
Wake up to the Kalahari sun and enjoy a hot drink before driving back to the edge of the Ntwetwe Salt Pan. Here you’ll spend some time exploring the surrounding area – be sure to look for the adapted desert species of bat-eared foxes, springbok and kori bustards. After a fun-filled adventure, you’ll stop back in at Planet Baobab for breakfast and to freshen up in the shared facilities before continuing on to Maun. On the way, stop at Shorobe Basket Co-operative, where you’ll learn about the craft firsthand. Here, a local artist will take you through the journey of basket weaving, including harvesting and dyeing. Hear the stories behind each pattern and how the organisation is working to empower female-headed households to support their families, before visiting Planet Culture Cafe for a traditional Botswana lunch. Enjoy sampling some delicious Setswana cuisine while learning and participating in some traditional Botswana games. This afternoon, enjoy some free time to relax or continue exploring Maun at your own pace.
Day 7 - Maun
Today you'll set out on a drive through the Okavango waterways on a traditional mokoro (a dugout canoe steered by friendly local polers). With some luck, you might spot some of the delta's wildlife and birdlife. Explore the maze of lagoons, lakes and streams, then head out on foot with your tour guide. See plants, trees and animals from a different perspective and learn about the region’s distinct landscape and history. After, have lunch at one of the many secluded islands created by the Delta waterways. After your daytrip through the Okavango waterways, you’ll return to your accommodation in Maun.
Day 8 - Maun
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast, but this doesn’t mean the adventure has to end! For those interested, there’s the opportunity to fly over the Delta in a helicopter for a bird's-eye view. This is a great way to appreciate the vast scale of this waterscape. Your local leader can give you more information on this activity and how to reserve a place. If you’d like to spend more time here, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
03-07-202610-07-2026AUD $ 6,861-
24-07-202631-07-2026AUD $ 7,131-
07-08-202614-08-2026AUD $ 6,861-
14-08-202621-08-2026AUD $ 6,861-
18-09-202625-09-2026AUD $ 6,861-
26-03-202702-04-2027AUD $ 7,111-
02-04-202709-04-2027AUD $ 7,111-
25-06-202702-07-2027AUD $ 7,111-
02-07-202709-07-2027AUD $ 7,111-
09-07-202716-07-2027AUD $ 7,111-
23-07-202730-07-2027AUD $ 7,111-
06-08-202713-08-2027AUD $ 7,111-
13-08-202720-08-2027AUD $ 7,111-
19-09-202726-09-2027AUD $ 7,111-
26-09-202703-10-2027AUD $ 7,111-
19-12-202726-12-2027AUD $ 7,111-

Accommodation

Hotel (6 night), Open air camp 'Sleep Out' experience (1 night)

Transport

4x4 Open Safari Vehicle, Private Vehicle, Mokoro

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