Victoria Falls to Okavango via Chobe – Zimbabwe & Botswana Safari

Victoria Falls to Okavango via Chobe – Zimbabwe & Botswana Safari

Short on time but craving epic Africa? This fast-paced 11-day trip delivers Victoria Falls mist, Simunye Theatre energy, a home-cooked Lusumpuko feast by local women, Hwange & Chobe safaris hunting lions/elephants/rhinos, Okavango Delta mokoro glides, guided bush walks, and raw wilderness. Guided, cultural, and packed with jaw-dropping moments – your perfect excuse to finally explore Africa.

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Overview

The thundering mist of Victoria Falls and the sprawling, wildlife-rich floodplains of the Okavango Delta serve as the stage for this 11-day high-impact cross-border expedition.

Provided by G Adventures, this journey transitions from the heritage-rich landscapes of Zimbabwe to the pristine conservation corridors of Botswana.

You move from the educational discovery of the Painted Dog Rehabilitation Centre to an active immersion featuring sunrise safari drives in Hwange and Chobe, experiencing an environment where Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) and local storytellers define the trip's energy.

Because this is a "Classic" style small-group tour with a maximum of 16 travelers, you should secure your 2027 departure early to ensure a spot for your definitive Southern African discovery.

What's Included

  • 10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 10 Dinners
  • G for Good: Lusumpuko Women’s Dinner
  • Hwange & Chobe Safari Drives
  • Simunye Theatre Show & Dinner
  • Okavango Delta Full-Day Excursion
  • Visa Fees (Check requirements tool)
  • Optional Helicopter Flights
  • Additional Drinks & Meals ($115-$150 USD)
  • Gratuities for CEO and Local Guides
  • International Travel Insurance

Itinerary

  1. The journey begins in Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. You’ll perform a transition into the local culture with a group dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Your second day is a "Discover Moment" where you can choose high-impact activities like white water rafting or a 15-minute helicopter flight over the falls. The evening reaches its culminating point at the Simunye Theatre for a captivating performance and dinner.
  2. The core of the Zimbabwe leg focuses on the country's largest park. You’ll perform a visit to the Painted Dog Rehabilitation Centre to learn about wild dog reintroduction. This session reaches its culminating point with an early morning safari drive in Hwange, home to over 100 mammal species. You’ll have the remainder of the day to enjoy the lodge's amenities or opt for a night safari drive into the park's heart.
  3. The expedition crosses the border into Botswana toward the Chobe National Park. You’ll perform a Chobe River Sunset Cruise, witnessing the vertical standard of the African sunset while spotting hippos. The following morning features a safari drive through a landscape hosting the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. You may opt to pre-book the Four Corners of Africa Deluxe Bridge Tour, visiting the unique quadripoint where Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe meet.
  4. The journey transitions to the arid plains of Nata. You’ll perform a guided bush walk to learn about native plant uses and animal track identification. This session reaches its culminating point as you explore the salt pans, a dramatic landscape that contrasts with the lush delta ahead. Optional safari drives offer chances to witness colourful sunsets over the vast, white pans.
  5. The final phase reaches its culminating point in the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. You’ll perform a full-day excursion featuring a traditional mokoro (canoe) ride through the wetlands to search for lions, cheetahs, and hippos. You may choose to add a "Doors-off" scenic helicopter flight for unrestricted views of the hippo highways. The trip concludes in Maun on Day 11, with a final breakfast before your onward departure.

Expect a "spectacular," well-paced, and deeply "purpose-driven" immersion into the African wild. The transition from Zimbabwean home-cooked feasts to Botswanan water-based safaris is managed by a CEO noted for their local expertise, ensuring every "G for Good" moment is a 10/10 vertical standard of impact. The environment is one of monumental biodiversity, where the combination of private safari vehicles and traditional canoes provide a necessary 2027 refresh. Note that for 2027 safety, all travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

G Adventures Insider Secrets

  • Arrive with an open mind; the vertical standard of the Victoria Falls stay is the theatre show, making it a necessity to engage with the local storytelling to understand the region's cultural heart.

  • Book the Delta helicopter; our agency finds that removing the doors provides a 10/10 photographic highlight, and utilizing the headsets for pilot commentary is a vertical necessity for spotting elusive cheetahs.

  • Support local; the transition to the Women's Club dinner is a necessity for community impact, and knowing that your meal directly supports local livelihoods provides a higher vertical standard of travel.

  • Stand at the tripoint; the transition to the Kazungula Bridge area is a necessity for geography buffs, and hearing the storyteller explain why the bridge is curved is a 2027 survival necessity.

  • Arrive by late afternoon on Day 1; the 2027 logistics for the "Meet Your CEO" welcome moment are precise, and a prompt start is a survival necessity for the group dinner.

Best Time for the DZLM Tour

The wildlife visibility and water levels change throughout the 2027 season.

Season Months The Experience The Trade-off
Peak Wildlife July – Oct The best probability of massive elephant herds in Chobe and clear views in the Okavango Delta. High interest; as a "Classic" favorite, we suggest booking your 2027 slot at least 6 months in advance.
Flood Arrival April – June The highest probability of thundering Victoria Falls spray and navigating full Delta channels by mokoro. High mist; the "Helicopter Flight" is a 2027 vertical necessity for seeing the falls clearly.
Green Season Nov – March The most "vibrant" vertical standard of emerald landscapes and newborn wildlife in Hwange. Rainy season potential; the "Private AC Vehicles and Local Guides" are a 2027 survival necessity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a private room?

Solo travelers share a room unless the "My Own Room" upgrade (starting from €999) is selected at booking.

Where do we meet?

Arrive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe on Day 1; the tour ends in Maun, Botswana on Day 11.

What's the group size?

This is a small group experience with a maximum of 16 people (average 14).

Is there an age limit?

Yes—this tour is for ages 12 and up, with all minors requiring an adult companion.

What should I bring?

Comfortable walking shoes, binoculars, a sun hat, and a charged camera are 2027 vertical necessities for the full circuit.

Book it today with Okavango Delta Botswana Tours or simply following this link.

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