African Wildlife Safaris invites you to join us in Southern Africa on our escorted small group safari:
Classic Botswana & Zimbabwe
Tour Cost
6+ with Tour Leader: USD$10,995 /pp*
Departs 2025
Sun 06 July – ex Maun, Botswana
Group Size
Min 6 (with escort)
Max 12
*Price based per person twin share. Single travellers on request. Subject to availability. Conditions apply.
Following the success of our two inaugural safaris this year, we are running another Classic Botswana & Zimbabwe group tour in 2025, departing on Saturday 06 July. So join our us on this extraordinary escorted journey through the stunning landscapes of Botswana.
Departing from Maun, Botswana, this all-inclusive 13-day tour provides guests with a classic safari experience during prime gameviewing season, exploring one of the world’s most remarkable and pristine areas – the Okavango Delta. This maze of lagoons and islands sustains a huge variety of flora and fauna, including iconic African animals such as lion, elephant, leopard and hippo, as well as antelope like lechwe and the shy sitatunga.
In keeping with our company philosophy this is an African safari of old, exploring pristine wildlife areas, treading softly on the landscape, whilst enjoying the comforts of a fully supported mobile safari camp. Travelling by 4WD vehicle and accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, we explore three contrasting regions, spending a number of days in each. The camps are set up in advance by a superb team of camp staff who cater to our every need. The tents are spacious with ensuite bush showers and toilet. This safari also offers the chance to step out into the bush on foot and paddle by mokoro (dugout canoe) through the delta’s pristine waterways.
The last 3 nights are spent in Zimbabwe, in the heart of Victoria Falls staying at beautiful Ilala Lodge, just 10 minutes walk from the falls themselves. Here we will enjoy a tour of the falls, a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River and a fun-filled elephant interaction experience. A special excursion into the Zambezi NP to meet the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit, which we have supported since their inception over 20 years ago, is also planned.
This memorable trip will be escorted by Jeremy Cameron, one of our experienced team who has travelled many times to Africa.
Tour details
- Explore 3 different regions of Botswana – Moremi, Mababe & Savuti
- Enjoy intimate camps with a light footprint but plenty of comfort
- Experience a mokoro excursion through the waterways
- Listen to the sounds of the African bush at night sitting around the fire
- Tour one of the Natural Wonders of the World – Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya)
- Take a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River
- Spend a morning with the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit
- 9 nights mobile tented camping accommodation
- 3 nights accommodation at Ilala Lodge
- Meals and sightseeing as per the itinerary with services of a local English-speaking guide & camp assistants
- Beverages (except in Victoria Falls).
- Internal light aircraft flight Maun – Xakanaxa
- Transfers by air-conditioned vehicle from Victoria Falls to Kasane and whilst in Victoria Falls on included activities.
- Gratuities
- All airfares (other than mentioned)*
- Visas and travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
*We can book international airfares in your preferred class of travel and any additional arrangements. Contact us for details.
Unfortunately, there are not many direct flights into Botswana. Most travellers fly into Johannesburg in South Africa, the major hub for Southern African Safaris. From there, there are regular flights between Johannesburg and Maun, the Okavango Deltas major access point.
Itinerary
Classic Botswana & Zimbabwe
Sunday 06 July 2025 – Ex Maun, Botswana
13 days/12 nights
Days 1-3 | 06-08 July
Moremi Game Reserve
On arrival in Maun, you will meet your Tour Escort, before flying to Xakanaxa Airstrip in the Moremi Game Reserve to start your mobile camping safari. Our guide will be waiting for us to drive to our first picturesque campsite. Settle in and get to know the staff before heading out on an afternoon game drive. The reserve is home to sensational bird life and iconic species including hippo, elephant, lion and giraffe. In between game drives, relax around camp each day, and get used to the sounds of the bush around you. This is classic camping at its best! D (day 1) B L D (days 2 & 3)
Days 4-6 | 09-11 July
Mababe Private Reserve
Early breakfast this morning before taking a slow game drive through the Moremi to the Mababe Concession. During the morning, enjoy a mokoro excursion in the calmer backwaters of the Khwai channels. The Mababe Concession allows for walking safaris, night drives and has a strict maximum of just 20 vehicles. Exploring after dark, we may see rarely encountered species such as African wild cat or genet. B L D
Days 7-9 | 12-14 July
Savuti
We head further north on day 7 en-route to the Central Chobe region, exploring the desert-like landscape on game drives. This area is lion and cheetah country. On days 8 & 9 explore the renowned Savuti Marsh, which has been the stage for many of the most dramatic wildlife documentaries in Africa. B L D
Day 10 | 15 July
Victoria Falls
We depart early and travel along the Chobe River to Kasane, where we stop for a picnic lunch. Afterward, explore the famous Chobe River on an afternoon boat cruise. Later, transfer by road to Victoria Falls just across the Zimbabwe border to Ilala Lodge, a peaceful lodge located in the heart of the Victoria Falls National Park. B L D
Days 11/12 | 16-17 July
Victoria Falls
An early guided tour of the famous Victoria Falls beckons, followed by an elephant interaction experience and lunch at the Lookout Cafe. In the afternoon take a scenic sunset cruise along the Zambezi River where we enjoy sundowners. On day 12, head into the Zambezi National Park and meet the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit. B L D
Day 13 | 18 July
Tour Ends
This morning transfer to Victoria Falls airport. Tour ends. B
B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner
Tour escort
Jeremy Cameron – Graphics & Web Designer
By the time Jeremy was 18, he had travelled through many African countries, including beautiful Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania. He has visited the famous Victoria Falls, camel trekked in Kenya and camped under the stars in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. A more recent safari took him to Zimbabwe, Zambia and South Africa, visiting renowned Hwange National Park and the wildlife rich Sabi Sands adjacent to the Kruger National Park where he encountered the ‘Big 5’. Jeremy has spent time in India, experiencing the magic and traditions of the sub-continent and witnessing its greatest treasure – the Bengal Tiger. A fan of the outdoors and sustainable living Jeremy enjoys running, rock climbing and has also spent many months cycling and hiking through the European Alps.
The array of wildlife and birdlife that we saw, as well as the quantity, amazed us both; it was more than we dared to hope for. On top of that, the two local guides who led us through the 3 parks in Botswana were extraordinary – so knowledgeable, articulate, sensitive to the animals and the tour participants, and considerate. We also really enjoyed our morning with Charles from the Anti-poaching unit; he was generous with his time and, again, so knowledgeable and interesting. I should also add that all of the staff associated with the trip were excellent and contributed to not only the smooth running of the trip but also our fun and enjoyment.
I had a wonderful return visit to Africa and it was all I expected. We saw animals in larger groups than I’ve experienced previously and the diversity was amazing. Being a bird watcher, I was delighted to see 108 species! The camping facilities were more than I expected – especially the very tasteful and non-repeat dishes expertly prepared by the camp cook. Amazing what he turned out of that camp ‘kitchen’. The guides were simply fantastic. Their knowledge, bush craft, tracking skills, eyesight, passion for their wilderness, good humour and skilled driving made the trip ever so enjoyable.