Basix
18 to 35s
Overland
Wildlife
Essential Botswana
9 days • 4.7
4.5
Excellent
46 reviews
9 days
Start
Johannesburg, South Africa
Finish
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Trip Code
UBYB
Min Age
18
Trip Size
1 - 22
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, 4WD safari vehicle, Mokoro
Accommodation
Camping (with facilities) (5 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night)
From £1,015(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Safari through Chobe National Park for a chance to see lions, elephants, zebras, impalas, wildebeest, giraffes, leopards, hyenas, jackals, warthogs, baboons, monkeys and much more.
Take a sunset 4WD ride through the Khama Rhino Sanctuary – did you know that rhinos come out to play when the sun goes down?
Cruise through wildlife-filled waterways – there's nothing more relaxing than feeling the African sun on your face as you lie back in a mokoro with your eyes closed, while your expert poler propels you through the Okavango Delta.
Make the most of your free time and maybe cruise down the river in Chobe National Park – home of the world's highest concentration of African elephants!
Try and tell the difference between your fellow traveller’s snores and the sounds of wild hippos while camping in the heart of the Okavango wilderness under a brilliant night sky.
Is this trip right for you?
This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of Africa's iconic wildlife. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows, which 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/africa/overland https://www.tuuur.com/africa/overland (https://www.tuuur.com/africa/overland)
As this trip only has limited time in Victoria Falls, we highly recommend staying a few extra days after your tour to enjoy all this amazing destination has to offer.
The African wild comes alive at sunrise, so there will be some early starts for game drives. The thrill of spotting your first lion or rhino is well worth the early start!
This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Real Southern Africa.
Itinerary
Take on an epic adventure packed with wildlife, waterfalls and wide plains
Time to break out your best Attenborough impression – you’re going on safari! This nine-day trip doesn’t skimp on the savannah, but it mainly follows the rivers and watering holes that sustain life (human and wild) throughout Africa. Drive across the sands of the Kalahari Desert in search of rhinos, then spot elephants and warthogs while you cruise down the Okavango Delta in a dugout mokoro canoe. Travel through the Caprivi Strip, try to spot hippos on a sunset river cruise and search for wildlife in Chobe National Park. How many species can you spot?
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, 4WD safari vehicle, Mokoro
Accommodation
Camping (with facilities) (5 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night)
Included activities
Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Entrance
Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle
Okavango Delta - Mokoro Safari
Caprivi - Sunset River Cruise
Chobe National Park - Open Safari Vehicle Morning Game Drive
Victoria Falls Town - Leader-led orientation walk
Optional activities
Johannesburg - Apartheid Museum - ZAR190
Okavango Delta - Helicopter Scenic Flight - USD280
Okavango Delta - Cook-led Cooking Class - Free
Chobe National Park - Sunset Game Drive - BWP580
Chobe National Park - Sunset River Cruise - BWP580
Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD126
Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD110
Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour - USD55
Victoria Falls - Bridge Tour - USD68
Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing - USD168
Victoria Falls - Helicopter flight (12 mins - excludes USD25 Fuel & NP Fee) - USD150
Victoria Falls - Helicopter flight (25 mins - excludes USD30 Fuel & NP Fee) - USD284
Victoria Falls - Standard Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD45
Victoria Falls - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD75
Chobe National Park - Morning Game Drive - BWP580
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip finishes upon arrival in Victoria Falls on Day 9. Please do not book any flights until after 9pm this evening.
3. Border crossing delays in the region can be 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.
Reviews (45)
5 stars
35
4 stars
7
3 stars
3
Nikka Pearl
May 02, 2025
The whole trip was wonderful! Really great people to be with. Would highly recommend.
Kristian
May 02, 2025
The trip was excellent. Met new people, made new friends. The crew was amazing. Another Intrepid trip in the books.
Macy
Apr 29, 2025
Had a fantastic trip with the group. Siya, Ivan and Mr. T were fantastic. Traveling as a solo female from the US had no problems and the group easily meshed right off the bat. Would recommend to anyone interested in seeing Africa.
Jack
Apr 03, 2025
A truly excellent trip from Joburg to Vic Falls. Basic? Yes. Long travel days? Yes. One of the best group trips I've done? Absolutely! Being out in Africa with no phone, up close and personal with The Big 5 and sharing the memories with a fantastic group, it truly was a trip of a life time and I would recommend to anyone looking to discover more of Southern Africa!
Rory
Mar 31, 2025
A phenomenal trip - once in a lifetime, seeing incredible animals in a variety of safari styles (land, water), and camping underneath the stars in national parks, AND much less basic than they prepare you for - USB charges in the van and hot showers! 10/10 would recommend, fantastic experience and value for money
ANJULI
Feb 21, 2025
An unforgettable adventure through Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe! Tshepo’s excellent leadership, Christian’s safe and friendly driving, and Irvin’s delicious meals truly made this trip stand out. The activities were diverse, from safaris to cultural experiences, and the team ensured we were always comfortable and well taken care of. A perfect mix of adventure, wildlife, and cultural exploration, with plenty of opportunities to relax and connect. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an enriching and memorable journey!
Beatriz
Nov 17, 2024
The experience of a lifetime! You will be a better person after this tour. If you are after beautiful sunscapes, adventurous game drives and meals shared around a campfire this is the trip for you.
Jessica
Sep 05, 2024
This trip was well thought out, the group was the perfect size, the guides were amazing, the food was great. It was a very well rounded trip with lots of game drive, sunset cruises, great talks around the fire, fun games, nature walks, and so many cool animals! Dumi, our tour guide, was incredible- funny and a group and nature loving man. This trip was the trip of a lifetime and the crew definitely made it that way! So grateful for intrepid and the friends I made on this journey!
Emily
Sep 05, 2024
Unbelievable trip full of full and adventure. Unreal team with Dumi, Fitz and Irwin, absolutely loved them.
Savannah
Aug 26, 2024
This trip exceeded my expectations. The leaders constantly went above and beyond making sure we were safe & having the best time. 10/10 recommend
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