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Botswana

Chobe elephants, the Okavango Delta, and quiet luxury.

About Botswana

Botswana operates on a deliberately high-value, low-volume model: fewer beds per park, higher rates, almost no self-drive overland traffic in the premium concessions. Chobe is the day-trip headline from Victoria Falls, but the Okavango Delta is the country's soul: water-based safaris by mokoro canoe in a wetland the size of Switzerland. Kalahari adds the dry-country contrast.

Practical information

When to visit

May to October is peak. The Delta flood actually arrives in dry season (it travels south from Angola), so July to September is when water levels are highest and mokoro safaris work best. Chobe game viewing peaks August to October when animals press to the river.

Best for

Delta canoe safaris, big elephant herds, fly-in safaris, honeymoons.

Gateway airports

Maun (MUB) for the Delta, Kasane (BBK) for Chobe, Gaborone (GBE) for the south

Currency and payment

Pula (BWP). USD accepted at major lodges; ATMs widely available in Maun, Kasane, and Gaborone.

Visa

Most US, EU, UK, and Australian passports get 90 days visa-free. Day-trips into Botswana from Victoria Falls via Kazungula bridge are seamless under KAZA arrangements.

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Full Day Chobe Trip
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Full Day Chobe Trip

An immersive full-day Chobe Safari Experience combining a guided game drive and a Chobe River cruise, delivering except…

  • Transfers to the activity
  • Airport Pickup
  • Game drive
★ 4.8 8 Hrs
$135.00
Wild Escapade: Chobe Full-Day Safari Adventure
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Wild Escapade: Chobe Full-Day Safari Adventure

A full-day safari adventure to Chobe National Park, renowned for its dense wildlife populations and scenic riverfront. …

  • Water
  • Pickup
  • Game drive
★ 0.0 1 Full Day
$180.00
2 Day Transfer, Falls Tour- Chobe Day Trip Combo
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2 Day Transfer, Falls Tour- Chobe Day Trip Combo

Summary A concise two-day combo crafted for travellers seeking a seamless Victoria Falls and Chobe experience. The jou…

  • Passport
  • national ID
  • birth certificate for kids under 11years
★ 0.0 2 Day
$600.00
Kazungula border transfer
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Kazungula border transfer

Convenient cross-border shuttle service linking Kazungula Border Post with Victoria Falls, Livingstone, and surrounding…

  • water
  • Convenient cross-border shuttle service linking Kazungula Border Post with Victoria Falls
  • Livingstone
★ 0.0 1hr 30mins
$65.00
5-Day Okavango Delta & Moremi Explorer
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5-Day Okavango Delta & Moremi Explorer

Discover the pristine waterways of the Okavango Delta

  • Mokoro excursions
  • Game drives
  • Full board accommodation
★ 4.9 5 Days / 4 Nights
$1450.00
6-Day Khwai, Savuti & Chobe Wilderness Trail
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6-Day Khwai, Savuti & Chobe Wilderness Trail

Classic Botswana safari through three premier wildlife areas

  • All game drives
  • Camping equipment
  • Professional guide
★ 4.7 6 Days / 5 Nights
$1890.00
2-Day Chobe National Park Wildlife Immersion
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2-Day Chobe National Park Wildlife Immersion

Intensive wildlife experience in Africa's elephant capital

  • Sunset boat cruise
  • Morning game drive
  • Accommodation
★ 4.6 2 Days / 1 Night
$520.00
4-Nation Zambezi River Discovery
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4-Nation Zambezi River Discovery

Experience four countries in one incredible river journey

  • All meals
  • Professional guide
  • Park fees
★ 4.8 5 Days / 4 Nights
$1250.00
Questions answered

Frequently asked questions

Bungee jump: $160 – $210 Off the Victoria Falls Bridge; includes t-shirt & certificate. Night jumps usually at the higher end.

Helicopter flight: $160 – $450 12–15 min “Flight of Angels” $160–$200; 25–30 min extended flight $380–$450.

White water rafting: $130 – $180 Half-day lower Zambezi (low-water season, roughly Jul–Jan); full-day raft with lunch at the top of the range.

Sunset cruise: $55 – $120 Standard 2‑hour cruise with snacks & drinks $55–$80; luxury dinner cruises up to $120.

Devil’s Pool: $100 – $200 Includes Livingstone Island visit, guided swim and meal. Morning tea $100–$140; lunch $160–$200.

Guided walking tour (Falls rainforest): $25 – $50 Park entry and guide on the Zimbabwe side. Private tours a little higher.

Microlight flight: $180 – $250 15 or 25 minutes over the Falls; open-air view, unforgettable.

Gorge swing & zipline: $70 – $110 per activity, combos from $130 Off the bridge or cliff.

Abseiling / rappelling: $100 – $140 Half-day down the Batoka Gorge.

Zambezi River canoeing (half-day, above Falls): $90 – $130

Full-day canoe & walking safari (Mosi-oa-Tunya NP): $140 – $180

Game drive (Zambezi NP / Mosi-oa-Tunya NP): $70 – $130 3–4 hours; price depends on vehicle type.

Chobe National Park day trip (Botswana): $180 – $260 Includes transfers, river cruise, game drive & lunch. Visas extra.

Livingstone Island swim (Angel’s Armchair): $100 – $200 High-water alternative to Devil’s Pool; meal included.

Steam train dinner / bridge run: $80 – $160 Bamba Tram or Bushtracks experiences.

Village / cultural tour: $30 – $70 Local homestead visit, usually 2–3 hours.

Rhino walking safari (Mosi-oa-Tunya NP): $80 – $120

Quad biking / horse riding along the Zambezi: $90 – $150 per hour.

Tips on Pricing

Low-water season (Aug–Jan) is the peak for Devil’s Pool, rafting, and gorge activities; prices stay firm.

High-water season (Feb–Jul) means rafting and Devil’s Pool usually close, but scenic flights are spectacular; some operators offer small off-peak discounts.

Combo packages (e.g., bungee + swing + zipline) can save 15–25%.

Park entry fees are typically separate: Victoria Falls rainforest ~$30–$50 (Zim), ~$20–$30 (Zam). Transfers between Livingstone and Victoria Falls run about $30–$50.

Yes, popular combinations include: Victoria Falls + Chobe National Park (Botswana), Victoria Falls + Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe), or Victoria Falls + Kruger Park (South Africa). Package tours typically last 5-10 days.
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