Guided Tour Of The Falls
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Makgadikgadi Pans & Meerkats — 8 Days
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Makgadikgadi salt pans; habituated meerkat colony; Zu/'hoasi Bushman walk; quad biking on the pans; sleep-out under the stars; Boteti zebra migration; brown hyena; Baines' Baobabs; Okavango Delta mokoro and game drives.
8 Days / 7 Nights. Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan, Baines' Baobabs, Boteti River, Kalahari fringe, Okavango Delta.
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Why this one is worth your time
You see the full price upfront, talk to a real person before paying, and reschedule free if your plans shift. The team running this trip lives in Victoria Falls.
Traveler note
This one is for travellers who want a real guide, real flexibility on the dates, and a real person to call if anything changes.
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Flexible cancellation options and custom trip adjustments are available with the team.
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Experience overview
What to expect
8 Days / 7 Nights. Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan, Baines' Baobabs, Boteti River, Kalahari fringe, Okavango Delta.
Quick facts
Destination
Makgadikgadi salt pans; habituated meerkat colony; Zu/'hoasi Bushman walk; quad biking on the pans; sleep-out under the stars; Boteti zebra migration; brown hyena; Baines' Baobabs; Okavango Delta mokoro and game drives.
Ideal for
Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
Route confidence
How this trip fits into a real itinerary
We check pickup timing, border movement, accommodation fit, activity order, and backup contact before confirming the final plan.
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Start point
Makgadikgadi salt pans; habituated meerkat colony; Zu/'hoasi Bushman walk; quad biking on the pans; sleep-out under the stars; Boteti zebra migration; brown hyena; Baines' Baobabs; Okavango Delta mokoro and game drives.
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Route timing
Transfers, borders, and activity order checked locally
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Stay level
Budget, mid-range, lodge, camp, or premium pairing
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On-trip support
WhatsApp, phone, and local supplier coordination
Trip breakdown
What's included
Accommodation as per tier; all meals; house drinks at camp (except premium cellar); twice-daily activities with a licensed guide; all light-aircraft charter sectors on the circuit; park, concession and conservation fees; road/air transfers; laundry at camp; emergency medical evacuation cover.
Best season: Apr–Oct for the Boteti zebra concentration and dry pan surface. Dec–Mar the pans fill and flamingos arrive at Sua Pan — a completely different but excellent experience.
Pace and grading: Moderate. Quad biking and pan walks in extreme heat and glare; sun protection essential.
Ideal for: Clients who want landscape and culture as well as wildlife, families with older children (meerkats are a guaranteed hit), photographers, honeymooners.
Accommodation tiers: COMFORT: quality tented camps on shared activities. LUXURY: premium concession camps, all-inclusive, private vehicle. ULTRA: exclusive-use villas, private chef and guide, helicopter transfers on request.
International airfare; visas and border fees; travel and medical insurance; gratuities; premium cellar wines and champagne; balloon safaris and helicopter flips unless stated; spa treatments; excess-baggage charges above the 15 kg soft-bag light-aircraft limit; personal purchases.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival Maun
Arrival Maun. Transfer east to the Makgadikgadi. Afternoon quad-bike ride onto the salt pan and sundowners on a horizon with no features at all.
1 day
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Day 2 — Makgadikgadi — a morning with a habituated meerkat colony
Makgadikgadi — a morning with a habituated meerkat colony, where the animals use guests as sentry posts, and an afternoon walk with Zu/'hoasi Bushmen learning tracking, trapping, water-sourcing and fire-making.
1 day
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Day 3 — Boteti River game drive for the zebra migration (Apr–Oct
Boteti River game drive for the zebra migration (Apr–Oct, when the herds concentrate on the river) plus elephant, lion and the brown hyena of the pans. Optional sleep-out on the salt pan under the stars.
1 day
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Day 4 — Transfer to Nxai Pan
Transfer to Nxai Pan. Afternoon at Baines' Baobabs and a game drive on the fossil pan.
1 day
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Day 5 — Charter west to the Okavango Delta
Charter west to the Okavango Delta. Afternoon mokoro excursion.
1 day
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Day 6 — Delta — morning island walking safari, afternoon boat cruise
Delta — morning island walking safari, afternoon boat cruise.
1 day
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Day 7 — Delta land concession — dawn and afternoon game drives for
Delta land concession — dawn and afternoon game drives for wild dog, lion and leopard, with a night drive.
1 day
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Day 8 — Final morning drive, brunch, then flight to Maun for
Final morning drive, brunch, then flight to Maun for departure.
1 day
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
February has maximum water flow: The falls are at their most powerful with incredible spray (the "smoke that thunders"). Views may be obscured by mist, but the experience is dramatic. Temperatures are warm (25-30°C) with occasional rain.
Yes, bridge tours are available including: Historical tours explaining construction, engineering tours, and bridge walks. Some include bungee jumping or bridge swinging. Tours typically cost $15-$30 and require booking in advance. Safety equipment is provided.
The bridge was built from both sides simultaneously, meeting perfectly in the middle. Construction took 14 months (1904-1905) using steel shipped from England. The arch was assembled on falsework and then dropped into place - a remarkable engineering feat for its time.
Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.
Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.
It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.
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