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Botswana in Style

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This 9-night vacation allows you the chance to experience incredible wildlife in Botswana! Stay in three ideal locations: Khwai, Linyanti, and Livingston, Zambia! Participate in daily activities, included during your stay. You'll embark on game drives for a chance to see the "Big Five" live and in action! You may also participate in nature walks, bird watchin...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

What's this trip about?

    This 9-night vacation allows you the chance to experience incredible wildlife in Botswana! Stay in three ideal locations: Khwai, Linyanti, and Livingston, Zambia! Participate in daily activities, included during your stay. You'll embark on game drives for a chance to see the "Big Five" live and in action! You may also participate in nature walks, bird watching, and other exciting activities specific to the area you're staying in. Be sure to keep your camera charged and your eyes peeled at all times throughout your trip-- You won't want to miss a single second of the action!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityKhwai
End CityZambia

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Botswana

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Maun Airport (MUB), out of Livingstone (LVI)
    • All airport transfers and ground transportation
    • 3 nights in the Khwai Community Area at the African Bush Camps Khwai Tented Camp, or similar All park fees & safari activities included as per the itinerary
    • Lunch & dinner included daily during your stay 3 nights in Linyanti Concessions at the African Bush Camps Linyanti Bush Camp, or similar All park fees & safari activities included as per the itinerary
    • Lunch & dinner included daily during your stay
    • One 30 minute scenic helicopter flight included* 3 nights in Livingston, Zambia at the African Bush Camps Thorntree River Lodge, or similar All park fees & safari activities included as per the itinerary
    • Lunch & dinner included daily during your stay All scheduled charter flights as per the itinerary: Maun Airport (MUB) to Khwai Airstrip
    • Kwai Airstrip to Linyanti Airstrip
    • Linyanti Airstrip to Kasane Airport (BBK) Breakfast daily *Please note: Helicopter flight is included if you are traveling between April to November only and is subject to weather and flight conditions. Helpful links for travelto Botswana: Visa & Passport Info Vaccines & Medications Info Helpful links for travelto Zambia: Visa & Passport Info Vaccines & Medications Info

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Khwai!

Upon arrival at the Maun Airport, you'll take a charter flight to the Khwai Tented Camp. 

Enjoy beautiful views of the lagoon and natural surrounding environment tonight!

Day 2 Khwai

During your stay, you'll enjoy two daily game drives, plus additional included activities! Let a knowledgeable guide lead the way throughout the day!

Day 3 Khwai

Spend your day participating in two more game drives! You may also wish to engage with locals and chat about their way of life.

Day 4 Khwai - Linyanti Concessions

Depart this morning for your helicopter transfer to Linyanti Bush Camp!

Upon arrival, you'll check in and freshen up before an evening game drive.

Day 5 Linyanti Concessions

Linyanti Bush Camp is situated on the border of Botswana's Chobe National Park. Today, you'll enjoy two game drives, plus a helicopter ride!

Spend the night at leisure as you continue to enjoy your time at the camp.

Day 6 Linyanti Concessions

Two more game drives are included today! You may also partake in activities such as bird watching, mokoro, and more!

Day 7 Linyanti Concessions - Livingstone (Victoria Falls)

Today, you'll depart and head for Livingstone (Victoria Falls). 

Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to African Bush Camps Thorntree River Lodge.

Day 8 Livingstone (Victoria Falls)

There are a handful of activities included with your stay at Thorntree River Lodge! Go on game drives, guided walking safaris, boat cruises, and more!

Day 9 Livingstone (Victoria Falls)

Consider a trip to Victoria Falls today! Situated just down the river from your lodge, it is an easy excursion! Spend the final night of your trip at your lodge.

Day 10 Depart Zambia

Toady, you'll be transferred to the Livingstone Airport for your flight home!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $10,615
Price per day$1,062
Last Updated: 10/31/2023

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