Summary

7-day Botswana Three Rivers (Budget)

From: NZD0* per person sharing

This safari captures the three most important riverine areas in Southern Africa. Starting in Victoria Falls, you experience the mighty Zambezi River tumbling over the Victoria Falls, locally known as Mosi oa Tunya, or ‘The Smoke that Thunders’. From the falls you head to the Chobe Riverfront a remarkable wildlife area, arguably the best place in Africa to see elephants and spectacular sunsets. Finally, you finish your adventure in the Okavango Delta, one of Africa’s last remaining great wildlife habitat and provides refuge to huge concentrations of game.

This itinerary is available in 3 levels of accommodation:

Day	Budget	Standard	Superior
Day	BUDGET	STANDARD	SUPERIOR
1	Pioneers Victoria Falls	Ilala Lodge	Victoria Falls Safari Club
2	Pioneers Victoria Falls	Ilala Lodge	Victoria Falls Safari Club
3	Chobe Bush Lodge	Chobe Elephant Camp	Chobe Game Lodge
4	Chobe Bush Lodge	Chobe Elephant Camp	Chobe Game Lodge
5	Sango Safari Camp	Bushman Plains Camp	Sable Alley
6	Sango Safari Camp	Bushman Plains Camp	Sable Alley
7	End	End	End

Highlights

Chobe River Front
Khwai Community Area
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
Botswana

Tour Summary

From: NZD0* per person sharing*All prices shown are for low season, per person, on a twin share basisDuration: 7 daysDeparts from: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweEnds in: MaunDestinations: Botswana, ZimbabweExperiences: Lodges and Tented Camps, Daily DeparturesGroup Size: Daily departures, subject to availability. Pricing based on 2 people travelling together.

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At Victoria Falls, the earth splits open and swallows one of Africa’s greatest rivers, the mighty Zambezi, creating the largest sheet of falling water on earth. As the water hits the narrow depths of the Batoka Gorge beneath, it blasts a cloud of mist skywards, lending the falls their local name ‘mosi-oa-tunya’ (the smoke that thunders). When the Zambezi is its fullest, the mist hangs a permanent raincloud above the falls. This mist showers visitors on even the sunniest of days and visible for miles around. Above the falls on the upper Zambezi, you can take a boat cruise in the tranquil water at sunset while the distant spray catches the fading light downstream.

Below the falls, the Batoka Gorge’s rocky walls funnel the lower Zambezi into a chain of world-class rapids, prime for white water rafting. Aside from being a UNESCO world heritage site and a natural world wonder, Victoria Falls also forms a natural border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. The falls can be seen from both countries, and for the most part the same activities are offered on both sides, from helicopter scenic flights to village visits and souvenir shopping. From Zambia, a side on view of the falls is on offer with views into the Batoka Gorge, as well as the possibility of perching yourself at the edge of the falls on the vertigo-inducing Livingstone Island.

From Zimbabwe, you’ll get a full-frontal view of three quarters of the falls’ 1.7 kilometre wide curtain of water from viewpoints and footpaths meandering through a rainforest kept hot and humid by the spray of the falls.

From price: NZD0Type: LodgeLocation: Zimbabwe

Includes: bed & breakfast (Please refer to daily information & itinerary overview for additional meal basis.)

Pioneers Victoria Falls is situated in the quiet suburbs of Victoria Falls’ residential area, 2.5 kilometres from the Falls. Pioneers offers 50 elegant en-suite rooms all designed to embrace the Zimbabwean Pioneer era, with private verandas overlooking the garden and pool. All rooms at Pioneers are air conditioned and have free limited WiFi. The lodge has four family rooms making it ideal for families. At the heart of the lodge is a snug lounge, an indoor and outdoor dining area, curio shop, as well as a terrace opening onto the pool and garden area. Activities in Victoria Falls (at an additional cost) can be arranged at the activities desk.

Airport Transfer Time: 20 minutes

From price: NZD0Rooms: 42Rating: Type: LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Birding, Fishing, Flora, Leisure, Wildlife, WineLocation: Botswana

Chobe Bush Lodge is a brand new property in Kasane right on the doorstep of the famous Chobe National Park, overlooking the African bush and located within 150m of the Chobe riverfront. This is where four diverse African countries converge, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia, which makes the town of Kasane an excellent gateway to Chobe, Victoria Falls or the Caprivi.The lodge consists of 38 spacious luxury en-suite rooms, featuring an open plan bathroom with bath and shower, air-conditioning, TV and safe and tastefully furnished in modern-bush style design. Families can be accommodated in one of 4 large exclusive family rooms which consist of two separate bedrooms, each with its own en-suite facilities. Rooms on the ground floor offer verandas as the perfect place of relaxation - top rooms are provided with balconies and have exquisite views over the Chobe National Park. The varied views of the park and the Chobe floodplains in the distance from the rooms and public areas, is one of the many reasons in making Chobe Bush Lodge your ideal vantage point in exploring this magnificent region

From price: NZD0Rooms: 1Type: LodgeSpoken Languages: EnglishSpecial Interests: Adventure, Big 5, WildlifeLocation: Botswana

Sango Safari Camp is nestled in the shade of the trees overlooking the Khwai River. Situated on the outskirts of the traditional village of Khwai and on the border of Moremi Game Reserve, the camp offers guests the perfect base from which to explore the wildlife and culture of this unique habitat.

Set on the banks of the beautiful Thamalakane River in northern Botswana, Maun is the third largest town in this spectacularly scenic southern African country. Maun is the starting point for most expeditions into the Okavango Delta and as a result, has developed into a bustling metropolis that is considered Botswana’s tourism capital. Area attractions include a renowned riverboat that offers cruises up and down the Thamalakane River; the forest groves of the Maun Game Reserve; and Moremi Game Reserve, home to hippos, lions and rhinos. Maun also serves as the jumping off point for many safaris and air charters as well as offers 4x4 rentals. Don’t miss the Nhabe Museum exhibiting the local history, art and culture of the Ngamiland region.

Full Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 – 2 : Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

On arrival into Victoria Falls Airport you will be met by a representative and transferred to Pioneers Victoria Falls for 2 nights. After arriving at your accommodation and completing check-in procedures, spend the balance of your stay at leisure.

Destination: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweAccommodation: Pioneers Victoria FallsType: LodgeMeal Plan: B&B: Bed and Breakfast

Day 3 – 4 : Chobe River Front

You will be met and transferred by road through the Zimbabwe/Botswana border to Chobe Bush Lodge for 2 nights.

Destination: Chobe River FrontAccommodation: Chobe Bush LodgeType: LodgeMeal Plan: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

Day 5 – 6 : Khwai Community Area

Following the morning activity (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred by road to Kasane Airport for your light aircraft flight to Sango Safari Camp, for 2 nights.

Destination: Khwai Community AreaAccommodation: Sango Safari CampType: LodgeMeal Plan: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

Day 7 : Departure

Following the morning activity (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred by light aircraft back to Maun Airport where you will be met and assisted with the check in for your onward flight.

Accommodation: Missing PointType: Dummy Point

Included / Not Included

Included

Meet/greet services
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Accommodation, meals and activities, as per itinerary
All internal light aircraft flights and road transfers, as per itinerary

Excluded

International flights
Travel insurance
Optional activities
Visas
Vaccinations
Gratuities
Increases in park fees, government taxes and levies and fuel