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The Ultimate Romantic Safari

10 Nights / 11 Days · Botswana, Zimbabwe & Zambia · RatesOn request
Trip highlights

Why this route.

Who it suits

Perfect for.

Couples
The route

Day by day.

Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.

  1. Days 1–2Wilderness ChikwenyaMana Pools
  2. Days 3–4Wilderness Little MakaloloHwange
  3. Days 5–6Toka LeyaLivingstone
  4. Days 7–8Wilderness ChitabeSouth-eastern Okavango Delta — Chitabe Concession (22,000 ha), bordering Moremi Game Reserve · Wilderness
  5. Days 9–10Little Vumbura
  6. Day 11DepartureOnward or homeward flights
The route

On the map.

Route

Photo gallery.

What's covered

Includes & excludes.

Includes

  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Twice-daily activities
  • Park fees
  • Transfers
  • Helicopter tour

Excludes

  • International flights
  • Gratuities
  • Insurance
  • Visas
Before you go

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.

Planning tip

Book the Star Bed nights in advance.

The full story

Detailed itinerary.

Days 1–2

Wilderness Chikwenya

Wilderness Chikwenya sits at the confluence of the Sapi and Zambezi Rivers within Mana Pools National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site prized for its riverine forest, towering albida trees and famously relaxed elephant and predator sightings. 2 nights at this camp.

Days 3–4

Wilderness Little Makalolo

Wilderness Little Makalolo is Hwange's original intimate safari camp — six traditional-style tented rooms built on solid plinths, set within a private concession known for consistently strong game viewing. 2 nights at this camp.

Days 5–6

Toka Leya — Livingstone

2 nights at Toka Leya (Livingstone). Your consultant will confirm the exact camp, transfers and activity programme for your dates.

Days 7–8

Wilderness Chitabe

Chitabe sits on a wildlife-rich peninsula formed where the Gomoti and Santantadibe channels converge, directly adjacent to Moremi Game Reserve. 2 nights at this camp.

Days 9–10

Little Vumbura

2 nights at Little Vumbura. Your consultant will confirm the exact camp, transfers and activity programme for your dates.

Day 11

Departure

Transfer to the airport or airstrip for onward or homeward flights. Transfer modes and flight timings are confirmed by your consultant.

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The Ultimate Romantic SafariRates on request