Day 1

You will be met by an Africa Travel representative off your flight into Johannesburg and assisted with your luggage and check-in for the flight up to Livingstone. There you will be met and transferred to the Royal Livingstone Hotel (20 minutes) where you will be staying for the next 3 nights on a B&B basis. The rest of the day will be at leisure for you to relax.

Overnight at The Royal Livingstone, B&B basis

A classic colonial style hotel on the banks of the Zambezi River, just a few metres from The Victoria Falls themselves, The Royal Livingstone is the iconic hotel of the area. Rooms are spacious, set in blocks away from the main building and have their own butler to serve them.

There is a great choice of dining options here, however, for many guests, a highlight is the decking area over the river, providing a perfect location for a Sundowner drink with a stunning view of the Falls.

Day 2

Your time at The Falls is at leisure to relax and enjoy some of the many activities on offer (additional cost). These can either be pre-booked or arranged through the concierge at the hotel, but if there is something you are set on doing we would recommend pre-booking.

You can access the public walkways around The Falls via the neighbouring Zambezi Sun Hotel (small National Park fees payable locally) and enjoy the views from a different angle. We would recommend hiring a poncho from one of the vendors as you will get very wet otherwise! There is also the chance to enjoy a “Flight of the Angels” above the Falls, either by helicopter of microlight, with a variety of durations available.

Overnight at The Royal Livingstone, B&B basis

Day 3

Another day for you to relax and enjoy the Falls, perhaps just taking the day to enjoy the lush gardens and fantastic facilities at the hotel. For those feeling adventurous, game drives into the nearby Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park can be organised as a prelude to your Botswana safari. There are also sunset boat cruises on the river organised by the hotel, another great way to see the Falls from another angle.

Overnight at The Royal Livingstone, B&B basis

Day 4

After breakfast you will be collected and transferred by road to Kasane on the Botswana border to complete your border formalities. From there you will fly to Maun and then on to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve where you will be spending the next 3 nights at the stunning Kalahari Plains Camp. After lunch and some time to relax, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading back to the lodge for dinner.

Overnight at Kalahari Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Kalahari Plains Camp is a wonderful, isolated camp in a remote section of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. The spacious rooms look out onto the plains of the Kalahari, making for some wonderful views at sunrise and sunset. The main lodge has a large lounge area and swimming pool and is the focal point for relaxing during the day.

In addition to the game drives, guests can enjoy guided walks and cultural interactions with the San bushmen of the area.

Day 5

Today will see an early start for your morning game drive, a truly spectacular experience as the sun rises over the endless Kalahari Desert and the animals rouse themselves for the day. After finishing the game drive you will return to camp for a hearty breakfast and some time to relax. In additional to the game drives you will have the chance to take guided walks and enjoy cultural tours should you wish.

Overnight at Kalahari Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Day 6

Another full day on safari from Kalahari Plains Camp.

Overnight at Kalahari Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Day 7

This morning you will be transferred back to the airstrip for your flight up to the Okavango Delta, via Maun. From the airstrip you will be transferred to Vumbura Plains Camp for the final 3 nights of our stay. After some time to relax you will join the rest of the camp for afternoon tea and then head out for an afternoon and evening game drive – a great chance to see the nocturnal animals of the bush.

Overnight at Vumbura Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Located in the Northern part of the Okavango Delta, Vumbura Plains is one of the most luxurious camps in Botswana. Split into two 7 room camps, guests will be able to enjoy a private, intimate safari experience, complimented by excellent food and friendly, discreet service.

Rooms are spacious with sunken sitting areas and private decks with plunge pools, ideal for escaping the heat of the day.

In addition to the game drives, guests can enjoy guided walks and, when water levels permit, canoe excursions for another perspective on their game viewing.

Day 8

A full day on safari from Vumbura Plains will give  you the chance to enjoy some of the other safari activities on offer from the lodge, including boat trips, canoe safaris and birding excursions. Between your safaris you can relax in the lovely surroundings of the lodge and enjoy the fantastic food and service for which Vumbura Plains is so well known.

Overnight at Vumbura Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Day 9

Another full day on safari from Vumbura Plains Camp.

Overnight at Vumbura Plains Camp, Fully Inclusive basis

Day 10

After your morning safari activity you will head back to the lodge for breakfast. You will then be transferred from there to the airstrip for your flight to Maun and onward flight to Johannesburg. There the arrangements end and you take your International flight.