Botswana attraction

Kalahari Desert

Dune walks, meerkat colonies, and the night sky.

About this place

The Kalahari is the contrast to the Okavango: dry, vast, quiet. The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is the second-largest game reserve in the world. The wildlife density is lower than the wetter parks, but the landscape, the stargazing, and the meerkat colonies are the headline. Pair a Kalahari stay with the Delta for the full Botswana contrast.

What to do

Meerkat habituation walks (sit with a wild colony at dawn)

San Bushman walks (traditional tracking and plant knowledge)

Quad biking on the Makgadikgadi salt pans (October-April only, dry pan season)

Sleep-outs under the stars on the pans

Black-maned Kalahari lion tracking

Practical information

Fly-in from Maun. Best November to April for the desert in bloom and zebra migration; June to October for cooler weather and the green Kalahari fringes. Premium camps: Jack's Camp, San Camp, Tau Pan.

Combine with

Okavango Delta

Victoria Falls

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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…

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★ 4.8 8 Hrs
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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. …

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★ 0.0 1 Full Day
$200.00
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…

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★ 0.0 2 Day
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Kazungula border transfer

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

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  • Convenient cross-border shuttle service linking Kazungula Border Post with Victoria Falls
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★ 0.0 1hr 30mins
$65.00
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Chobe, Savuti & Okavango — 7 Days

7 Days / 6 Nights. Chobe National Park riverfront, Savuti Marsh, Okavango Delta.

  • Accommodation as per tier
  • all meals
  • house drinks at camp (except premium cellar)
★ 0.0 7 Days / 6 Nights
$17500.00
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Chobe & Nxai Pan — 4 Days

4 Days / 3 Nights. Chobe National Park, Nxai Pan National Park, Baines' Baobabs, Makgadikgadi fringe.

  • Accommodation as per tier
  • all meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the final day
  • twice-daily game activities with a licensed guide
★ 0.0 4 Days / 3 Nights
$7025.00
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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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