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18 Day | Botswana and Zimbabwe African Bush Camps Safari

Countries Botswana Southern Africa Combo Zimbabwe
Theme Expedition Collection from Mark Nolting | Safari Specials | City Touring | Active - Moderate
Time of Year April - November | High Season: Jun-Oct | Savings Season: Apr-May & Nov
Budget From $13,795
Duration 18 Days

Itinerary Description

This exciting safari highlights the best of Botswana and Zimbabwe utilizing African Bush Camps’ portfolio, offering UNPARALLELED SAVINGS! Visit two distinct regions of Botswana including the Khwai Concession, within the Okavango Delta, followed by the Linyanti Reserve. Enjoy three nights in each camp. Continue to Livingstone, Zambia where you have the opportunity to visit the world famous Victoria Falls. End your safari in Zimbabwe, with time in Hwange and a choice between Mana Pools, known for walking safaris and canoeing on the Zambezi River, or Lake Kariba. You are based three nights in each camp.

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Day by Day Itinerary

Days 01+02

USA/Johannesburg

Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Johannesburg. On arrival you will be met and escorted to your hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight InterContinental O.R. Tambo Hotel.

Days 03-05

Okavango Delta

Return private transfer back to the airport for your scheduled inter-Africa flight to Maun, Botswana. On arrival you will be met by your pilot and board the aircraft for your scheduled charter flight to your first safari camp situated in the Khwai Concession. 3 nights Khwai Leadwood.

Days 06-08

Linyanti Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by brunch in camp.  Depart on your scheduled charter flight to your next camp within the Linyanti Reserve. Enjoy two full days of game activities. 3 nights Linyanti Bush Camp.

Days 09+10

Livingstone

Board your scheduled charter flight to Kasane. On arrival you will be met and transferred by vehicle to the Kazangula Ferry border post, where you will clear customs out of Botswana. Board a small boat and cross the Zambezi River to Livingstone, Zambia. Here they clear customs into Zambia, disembark the boat and onward road transfer to your lodge. 2 nights Thorntree River Lodge.

Days 11-13

Hwange National Park

Depart this morning and transfer across the Zimbabwe border to the Victoria Falls Airport. Board your scheduled charter flight to Hwange National Park. 3 nights Somalisa Camp or Somalisa Acacia.

Days 14-16

Mana Pools OR Lake Kariba

Board your scheduled charter flight to your next camp, located in Mana Pools or Lake Kariba. 3 nights Nyamatusi or Bumi Hills.

Days 17+18

Overnight Travel

Board your scheduled charter flight to Harare. Onward inter-Africa flight to Johannesburg. Depart this evening on your overnight international flight. Welcome Home!

Safari Pricing Details

2024 Land Arrangements:

Travel Apr-May / Oct-Nov and enjoy special savings! Rates reflect 1 FREE night at Nyamatusi.

Apr - May & Nov

Per Person Sharing

From $13,795

Jun - Sep

Per Person Sharing

From $19,995

Oct

Per Person Sharing

From $18,995

Parks

Accommodations

Khwai Leadwood Camp

Vintage

Khwai Leadwood is located on the eastern border of Moremi Reserve, on the banks of a lagoon flowing into the Khwai River.  The camp preserves the romance and traditions of a

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Linyanti Bush Camp

Vintage

Linyanti Bush Camp is an intimate 12-bedded tented camp limited to small exclusive groups who seek a personalized experience in a private concession away from Northern

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Thorntree River Lodge

Classic

Thorntree River Lodge is located in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The lodge features 10 spacious suites, including two family units,

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Somalisa Acacia

Classic

Somalisa Acacia Camp is located in Hwange National Park on the Sumamalishe seasonal flood plains. The intimate camp features 4 luxury tents including 1 family tent. Each tent

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Somalisa Camp

Classic

Somalisa is a classic safari camp blending old African charm and elegance together with an exclusive safari experience. Seven elegant tents feature en suite bathrooms with flush

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Nyamatusi Camp

Vintage

Nyamatusi Camp is located on the far east side of Mana Pools National Park and consists of six luxury tented suites with uninterrupted views of the Zambezi River and escarpment

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Bumi Hills Safari Lodge

Classic

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge sits on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Lake Kariba near Matusadona National Park. The lodge features 10 lakeview rooms and 2 premium suites, each

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Intercontinental Johannesburg Airport Hotel

Deluxe

The InterContinental Johannesburg Airport Hotel is located within walking distance from the terminals at O.R. Tambo. This luxury hotel features 138 rooms and offers business and

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