Why this route.
Why it works: a road-based, lodge-based, three-country trip (Botswana, Namibia, Zambia) in a closed air-conditioned vehicle, taking in the Panhandle, the Zambezi, Victoria Falls, Chobe and the Makgadikgadi pans.
- Panhandle boat and island walks
- Nambwa Tented Camp in Bwabwata
- A Zambezi sunset cruise
- Victoria Falls (Zambian side)
- A Chobe River boat cruise
- Makgadikgadi salt pans (37,000 km2)
- A Gweta village tour and baobab walk
Perfect for.
Day by day.
Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.
- Stop 1Okavango PanhandleShakawe
- Stop 2Kwando RiverNamibia
- Stop 3Katima MuliloNamibia
- Stop 4LivingstoneZambia
- Stop 5Chobe (Lesoma Valley)
- Stop 6Gweta
- Day 12DepartureOnward or homeward flights
On the map.
Photo gallery.
Includes & excludes.
Includes
- Lodge or safari-tent accommodation
- Meals as indicated
- Guide
- Closed air-conditioned vehicle
- Lodge activities
- Listed park and activity fees
- Victoria Falls Rainforest entrance (Zambian side)
Excludes
- Travel and medical insurance
- Beverages
- Flights
- Optional extra activities
- Visas
- Personal items
- Gratuities
- Optional extensions
Handy hints.
What to pack
Lightweight, neutral-tone clothing with a warm layer for cool mornings, a waterproof jacket, a sun hat and well-worn boots. Full packing list on our Client Planning Reference.
Malaria
Parts of this route are in malaria areas — consult your physician or medical advisor before departure.
Gratuities
Tipping your guide and tracker is customary but never obligatory. See our full gratuities guidance.
Currency
US dollars are widely accepted at safari camps and lodges; carry small notes for gratuities and extras.
Detailed itinerary.
Maun
Maun, Thamalakane River Lodge.
Road to Shakawe
Road to Shakawe, boat to Xaro Lodge.
Panhandle by boat and on foot
Nambwa Tented Camp
Nambwa Tented Camp, Caprivi Strip.
Caprivi River Lodge
Caprivi River Lodge, Katima Mulilo.
David Livingstone Safari Lodge
David Livingstone Safari Lodge, Livingstone (2 nights), Falls tour.
Zambezi ferry to Lesoma Valley
Zambezi ferry to Lesoma Valley, Chobe boat cruise.
Chobe game drive
Gweta Lodge
Gweta Lodge (pans and village).
Back to Maun
Back to Maun (about 12:00).