Exclusive 5-Star Safari Experience in Botswana and Zambia
Overview
Embark on a 12-day journey that redefines the meaning of luxury in the wild. From the moment you land in Johannesburg, you’re whisked away in style to the dreamlike waterways of the Okavango Delta, where helicopter transfers and designer safari camps await. Glide through lily-laced channels in a mokoro, track elusive predators under starlit skies, and sip sundowners as elephants wade nearby. In Khwai, the drama of the bush is matched by warm cultural encounters and intimate moments in nature. Journey onward to Linyanti, where the wild roars quietly and the wilderness feels untouched. Then, as the Zambezi calls, arrive at Thorntree River Lodge—your front-row seat to the thundering majesty of Victoria Falls. With river cruises, rhino walks, and candlelit dinners beside the water, every moment feels like a page from an African fairytale. All-inclusive, all-incredible—this is luxury that speaks the language of the land.
Included/Exclude
- Airport transfers and all domestic charter flights
- 4-night stay at Tlouwana Camp (Chobe) with all meals, safari activities, local drinks, and laundry
- 3-night stay at Mopiri Camp (Okavango Delta) with all meals, water-based activities, and laundry
- Scheduled daily activities (boat cruises, game drives, mokoro excursions, island walks)
- Park fees and guiding services
- International flights to/from Botswana
- Premium brand drinks and imported alcohol
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips, gratuities, and personal expenses
- Optional excursions not listed in the itinerary
Tour Plan
Touch down at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, where your Wild Star Tours and Travel concierge welcomes you with VIP service. You’ll be assisted through customs, then guided to your boarding gate or the business lounge for your connecting flight to Maun, Botswana. Upon arrival in Maun, your adventure begins in style with a scenic helicopter transfer to the luxurious Atzaro Okavango Camp.
Overnight at Atzaro Okavango – Full board, helicopter transfer included
Spend the next three days immersed in the pristine wilderness of the Okavango Delta. Your stay includes full-board service with gourmet meals, beverages, laundry, and return transfers. Each day offers two thrilling safari activities, including morning, afternoon, and night game drives, mokoro (canoe) safaris depending on water levels, walking safaris with expert armed guides, and seasonal birdwatching. Families can enjoy specialized activities for kids at the Ngwana Club, making this a perfect experience for all ages.
Overnights at Atzaro Okavango – All meals, drinks, and daily activities included
After breakfast, soar over the Delta in a private helicopter to Khwai, where your next luxurious camp awaits. Settle in and get ready for more unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Overnight in Khwai – Full board and activities included
Explore the Khwai region with expert guides on game drives and walking safaris. Visit the nearby Khwai village for a cultural experience (optional, surcharge may apply), and soak in the raw beauty of the area’s diverse landscapes and seasonal birdlife. Just like Atzaro, your stay includes all meals, drinks, laundry, and two safari activities per day.
Overnights in Khwai – All meals, beverages, and activities included
Fly to the Linyanti concession, one of Botswana’s top wildlife areas, where you’ll stay for two nights. This untouched wilderness offers premium sightings of predators, elephants, and other big game. Your stay includes morning, afternoon, and night game drives, plus guided walking safaris for a close-to-nature thrill.
Overnight in Linyanti – Full board, game drives and walking safaris included
Continue exploring Linyanti’s rich ecosystem. With fewer crowds and abundant game, this is one of Africa’s most intimate safari experiences.
Overnight in Linyanti – All meals, drinks, and activities included
Take a short flight to Kasane, followed by a transfer to Zambia’s Thorntree River Lodge, nestled along the mighty Zambezi River. Settle into this elegant lodge and prepare for a blend of adventure and relaxation.
Overnight at Thorntree River Lodge – All-inclusive
Spend the day exploring Victoria Falls from both the Zambian and Zimbabwean sides on guided tours. Enjoy sunrise and sunset river cruises, a canoeing safari, a rhino walk in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, and seasonal fishing—creating the perfect mix of adrenaline and awe.
Overnight at Thorntree River Lodge – All meals and activities included
After breakfast, bid farewell to the Zambezi and transfer to Livingstone Airport for your onward international flight. Your luxurious, all-inclusive journey ends, but the stories, sights, and sounds of Botswana and Zambia will stay with you forever.
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