Heart of Botswana (trip)

Heart of Botswana

  • Maun Airport, Botswana
  • Active & Adventure
Botswana, Africa

from $6,550* per person8 DaysYear-round
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: African Portfolio 12 people max
Welcome to one of the unspoiled corners of Africa, where you experience a land of nature and endless horizons little changed by man. As you travel through Botswana, you discover a land of contrasts. The Heart of Botswana is designed for the traveler seeking a quality wildlife experience while offering outstanding accommodation and service. Explore the dry acacia and woodland forests of the Moremi and the dense bush and broad floodplains of Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. Your journey begins at Sussi Lodge on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls with amazing views of the Zambezi River. From there you transfer by boat and road to arrive in Botswana at Chobe Chilwero ... "the beholden view" ... looking out across the face of Africa, the Chobe River and its National Park. It is here that you experience the magic of a bush breakfast, elephants bathing in the river, the tranquility of bird watching by boat and the ever astonishing African sunset. Chobe is an area where nature affords the time to contemplate, reflect, and look again. Transfering by charter flight you arrive in the Moremi Game Reserve, where some of the best wildlife viewing in all of Africa will be just outside your tent. Located on the world-famous Mombo Concession, Chief’s Camp offers guests game drives in open 4x4 vehicles and mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions (subject to water levels). Your days on safari are spent enjoying game drives by vehicle, sundowner cruises on the Chobe River or relaxing at the lodge. We guarantee your safari experience will be an unforgettable one!

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Botswana, Africa

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  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Day 3
Transfer from Livingstone Airport to Sussi Lodge
Sussi & Chuma is named after David Livingstone’s faithful companions and consist of an intimate lodge and two exclusive houses, both of which are situated to make the most of the amazing views that the sweeping Zambezi River provides. Guest accommodation at consists of 12 luxury tree houses and two 2-bedroomed houses, built into the canopy of majestic ebony trees, which shelter a stunning variety of bird life. Each unit has a private view of the Zambezi and is en-suite with air conditioning, mini bar, mosquito nets and overhead fan. The central lodge building features a raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area, curio shop, swimming pool and a spa which provide incredible views of the mighty Zambezi. Meals are table d’hote with a wide variety of dishes available, served alfresco, often around a roaring fire in the evening. Activities offered at the lodge include, game drives in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, where guests can see a variety of game, including white rhino, elephant, buffalo and giraffe. Tours of the incredible Victoria Falls, a World Heritage Site, are a must as they give guests an opportunity to experience one of the 7 great natural wonders of the world. Livingstone’s reputation as the adventure capital of Africa is richly deserved and guests have a wide range of activities on offer, such as, bungi jumping, white water rafting, horse back safaris, elephant back safaris and helicopter flights over Victoria Falls.

You stay at Sussi Lodge     Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Day 6
Road and boat transfer from Sussi Lodge to Chobe Chilwero Lodge
Deep in the heart of the Botswana wilderness lies Chobe Chilwero Lodge, one of the most enchanting places on earth. With gorgeous, breathtaking vistas as a backdrop, you'll come face-to-face with the abundant creatures of the bush, and some of the most spectacular sunsets Mother Nature bestows. You will enjoy creature comforts - elegantly appointed accommodations, silver service, gourmet meals and fine wines. Relax in our luxurious thatched cottages, with ensuite, sunken handcrafted baths, indoor and outdoor showers, terrace and private garden with hammock overlooking the magnificent Chobe River. There is also a library, curio shop and a communications center. Although located in Botswana, this intimate lodge is easily accessed from Zambia and the world famous Victoria Falls. Guests can enjoy a day trip to visit the falls if desired. Enjoy thrilling guided game drives in open 4X4 vehicles that bring you to the heart of Africa's largest concentration of elephants, as well as hippos, buffalos, puku, antelopes, lions and other creatures that gather on the banks of the Chobe River. Or join the acclaimed guides on a wondrous water safari on specially adapted motorboats. Sundowner cruises are particularly spectacular on the Chobe River. Fishing excursions are also available (additional cost). End each day with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, followed by a sumptuous meal lovingly prepared by the expert culinary staff - a delicious, eclectic fusion of Western and African cuisine and delicacies - all topped off by a sampling of vintage wines and spirits from the cellar. It's the perfect complement to your one-of-a-kind African adventure. High teas are often served on the lawn under the shade of the trees. Superlative game viewing and silver service may now be combined with the ultimate in pampering: spa treatments.

You stay at Chobe Chilwero     Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Day 8
Road transfer from Chobe Chilwero Lodge to Kasane Airport
Mack Air shared charter flight Kasane – Chief’s Camp
Chief's Camp is a luxury bush lodge situated on Chief's Island in the exclusive Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana. In this "predator capital of Africa", wild dog, lion, cheetah and leopard abound, and guests enjoy exceptional opportunities to interact with this amazing environment. Since the introduction of white rhino into the area, this is the only place in Botswana where these magnificent animals can be seen in their natural environment. Chief's Camp has been so skillfully integrated into the landscape that guests can often view game without even leaving camp. Shaded from the heat of the day by a beautiful grove of jackalberry trees, the camp is so remote that you'll feel like the only humans for miles and miles. Twelve secluded, permanent luxury bush pavilions are designed for ultimate privacy and comfort, and to offer you a front row seat for this rich and rewarding African adventure. Each pavilion features a thatched roof, spacious seating area, en-suite facilities with indoor and outdoor shower as well as a private game viewing deck with hammock and deck chairs. Each room boasts a generous mosquito net on a four-poster bed, two wardrobes, a bookshelf, writing desk and mini bar. The main lodge complex houses the dining area, curio shop, library and reception area. There is an exquisite swimming pool and a range of spa treatments are offered by the beauty therapist in a poolside treatment sala (high season only). Game viewing opportunities include daily excursions in open four-wheel-drive vehicles and quiet mokoro excursions along narrow Delta channels during the flood season (subject to water levels). Expert guides are always on hand to offer a wealth of wildlife knowledge, to help you make the most of these rare and wonderful opportunities.

You stay at Chief's Camp     Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8
Mack Air flight Chief’s Camp – Maun


    Breakfast

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