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Overland
Wildlife
Botswana Adventure
10 days • 4.7
4.5
Excellent
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Start
Windhoek, Namibia
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Finish
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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Trip Code
UBKF
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 13
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Physical Rating
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Meals
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
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Transport
Overland vehicle, Mokoro, Open Safari Vehicle, Boat
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Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Houseboat (2 nights), Lodge (4 nights)
From £3,735(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Immerse yourself in the spectacular Okavango wilderness with two nights on a houseboat. Listen to the melodies of the African wildlife outside your door as the sun sets and night descends each night.
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Enjoy an unforgettable sunset cruise in Chobe National Park. Spot African elephants and other wildlife while enjoying a sundowner and breathtaking views.
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Venture out on an exhilarating morning game drive in open 4WDs through Chobe National Park, home to an impressive concentration of African wildlife. You may encounter elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelope, and many other fascinating animals that thrive here.
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Explore the Makgadikgadi Pans, one of the largest salt flats in the world, with local Kalahari Bushman and keep your eyes peeled for adorable meerkats and majestic elephants. Enjoy refreshments in the wild while watching the sunset over baobab trees.
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Experience the awe-inspiring force of Victoria Falls and savour a taste of the local brew after. Take advantage of your free time to participate in a multitude of optional activities.
Is this trip right for you?
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This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, and getting the best possible views of Africa's iconic wildlife. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows that let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page: https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland (https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland)
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This itinerary includes two nights on a houseboat at the Okavango Delta Panhandle. Cabins are very small and basic, with shared facilities.
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Botswana temperatures rise in the hot dry period of September and October before the rains hit and temperatures can get as high as 34 to 38°C. Not all accommodation will have air-conditioning. This is quite common across Africa, particularly in remote locations where lodges or camps operate on solar power or generators.
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Botswana is a very seasonal destination. What you see and experience can differ quite dramatically depending on the time of year you visit. Please consider this before you choose your departure date. See the 'Climate and seasonal information' section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
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There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
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This trip can be partnered with other adventures into a ‘combo’, which means that some of your fellow travellers may have begun their journey before today. If you’d like to spend more time in Africa, have a look at the combo itinerary: Amazing Southern Africa (UBKEC)
Itinerary
Brave the wilds of Botswana in style on an exhilarating adventure
Who says overland adventures through Africa can’t be comfortable? On this 10-day African journey, you’ll travel through Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe from Windhoek to Victoria Falls. Discover Botswana’s rich natural beauty, thrilling wildlife and fun locals. Experience exciting game drives through national parks looking out for elephants, impala and thousands of birds. Acclimatise to life aboard a houseboat and soak in the sunset every night from the comfortable deck. See ancient rock art and feel the power of Victoria Falls – one of the world’s natural wonders. Keeping comfort, ease and hospitality in mind along the way, this wildlife-focused adventure is a nature-lover's dream.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Windhoek
- DAY 2Day 2 • Ghanzi/Central Kalahari
- DAY 3Day 3 • Okavango Delta Panhandle
- DAY 4Day 4 • Okavango Delta Panhandle
- DAY 5Day 5 • Maun
- DAY 6Day 6 • Makgadikgadi Pans
- DAY 7Day 7 • Chobe National Park
- DAY 8Day 8 • Chobe National Park
- DAY 9Day 9 • Victoria Falls
- DAY 10Day 10 • Victoria Falls
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Overland vehicle, Mokoro, Open Safari Vehicle, Boat
bed Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Houseboat (2 nights), Lodge (4 nights)
festival Included activities
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleOkavango Delta - Speedboat Cruise
circleOkavango Delta - Mokoro safari
circleOkavango Delta - Nature Walk
circleMakgadikgadi Pans - Meerkat & Kalahari Bushman Experience
circleMakgadikgadi Pans – Baobab Dinner
circleChobe National Park - River Safari Cruise
circleChobe National Park - Open Safari Vehicle Game Drive
circleVictoria Falls - Entrance & Visit
circleVictoria Falls - Brewery Tour and Tasting
museum Optional activities
circleOkavango Delta - Helicopter Scenic Flight - USD280
circleVictoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD126
circleVictoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD110
circleVictoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
circleVictoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
circleVictoria Falls - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD75
circleVictoria Falls - Standard Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD45
circleVictoria Falls - Bridge Tour - USD68
circleVictoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour - USD55
circleVictoria Falls - Bridge Swing - USD168
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Thursday May 29, 2025
Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - Sold Out
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Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 5 spaces left
£4,796£4,556
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Trip size max: 13 - 6 spaces left
£5,071£4,817
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Trip size max: 13 - 1 space left
£5,484£5,209
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Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,906
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Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,906
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Thursday Aug 14, 2025
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Saturday Aug 30, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 2 spaces left
£5,187£4,927
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Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 6 spaces left
£5,104£4,849
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Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 6 spaces left
£5,165£4,906
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Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 11 spaces left
£4,890£4,645
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Important notes
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1. If you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, you may purchase a single supplement, subject to availability. The single supplement excludes Days 3 & 4 (House Boat), where you will be in shared accommodation. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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3. The weight of baggage that can be brought on this tour is limited by the packing space and weight restrictions of the truck. The weight limit for luggage on all of our trucks is a maximum of 15-20kgs per person, plus a maximum of 5kgs for your day pack. Backpacks shouldn’t have an external frame unless it can easily be removed and stored separately to avoid damaging other people’s luggage. We strongly advise passengers to travel with a backpack or a duffel bag, and it is essential that no hard suitcases be brought on tour. For valuables, like passports, we offer a safe on each vehicle that is shared by all passengers to keep their documentation safe during their journey.
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4. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.
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5. The minimum age for this trip is 15 at the time of travel. Any travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian, or in lieu of a legal guardian, by an escort over the age of 18, appointed by their legal guardian. The legal guardian or their designee will be responsible for the traveller under the age of 18 day to day’s care. If a legal guardian elects to designate an escort in their lieu, they will be required to complete and sign a relevant document to delegate their authority.
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Ray
Jan 08, 2025
Just finished an Intrepid Adventure tour with Admore and Christian our tour leaders — terrific people doing a terrific job— loved the tour — can recommend an Intrepid African Adventure.
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Chihiro
Jan 08, 2025
Amazing safari through Botswana! Our fantastic leader, Admore and fun-loving driver, Christian made it unforgettable with local insights and endless fun. From the Okavango Delta to Chobe and Victoria Falls, every moment was magical! Highly recommend this trip!
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Akash
Jan 04, 2025
An unforgettable adventure! Traveling with Intrepid in Botswana, and Zimbabwe was an incredible experience. From the abundant wildlife of the Okavango Delta to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, every moment was magical. The itinerary was well-paced, the guides were knowledgeable and passionate, and the small group size made for a personal and enriching journey. Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore Africa's natural beauty!
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Julie
Nov 22, 2024
The Botswana Adventure was incredible - everything was so well organised, and every day was filled with more highlights than you can imagine - the houseboat, the wild life, the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Vic Falls - every moment imprinted in my memory forever!
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Roz
Nov 15, 2024
Excellent African Safari Trip made more enjoyable by our excellent guide Bonnie. His knowledge of the area and organisation was superb. We will definitely use Intrepid Travel for future trips.
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Dermot
Oct 08, 2024
Could very much recommend this trip across Botswana. So many things to see and experience - Okavango, the Delta, the San People of the Kalahari and Meercats, Chobe and, of course, one of wonders of the world, Victoria Falls. What’s not to like? Looked after by the Intrepid staff like kings and even though the road is long and sometimes you have to rough it; is that not good for the soul?
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Melanie
Sep 14, 2024
This trip was amazing and I encourage anyone to do it!! The animals are breathtaking & the whole African experience was surreal.
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Hui-chang
Aug 22, 2024
The travel days on this trip are long and can be uncomfortable, but the payoff is terrific. Each place we visited was packed with exciting activities, sights and experiences - all unforgettable. Highly recommended!
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Declan
Jul 18, 2024
Our family's Botswana Adventure with Intrepid has provided us with memories to cherish for a lifetime. As our son prepares study overseas in the Autumn, it has afforded us a memorable bond that we can carry in our hearts. Thank you.
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Louise
Jul 13, 2024
A wonderful trip with informative guide and excellent driver. There are so many opportunities to see the local wildlife by air, boat, car and foot. From delta to desert its all here.