Botswana Safari, Vic Falls & Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

This trip brings together Botswana’s most defining landscapes, from the Chobe River and the Okavango Delta to the open salt pans of the Makgadikgadi. You’ll experience a mix of water-based safari, classic game drives, and the thundering Victoria Falls creates a trip of wild contrasts.
11 Days
$11,470

Botswana Safari, Vic Falls & Makgadikgadi Salt Pans - 11 - $11,470

Itinerary

Day 1 - 3: Victoria Falls

Own flight arrangements to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. On arrival, you'll clear immigration and customs and meet our local representative. You'll be welcomed to Zimbabwe and transferred to your hotel. You'll have the rest of the afternoon to relax after your flights.

Overnight: Ilala Lodge Hotel (2 Nights)

Day 2: Victoria Falls

You have a full day to explore. You choose from a range of activities: guided tour of the falls, adrenaline activities, boat cruises, and wildlife excursions (not included, to be prebooked or payable locally). (B)

Day 3 - 5: Chobe National Park

Following breakfast, you'll be collected from your hotel and transferred by road to Chobe National Park, Botswana. You'll complete immigration at the Kazungula Border point, with a total travel time of around 1.5 - 2 hours (depending on immigration). Arrive at your lodge inside the park and on the banks of the Chobe River. You'll enjoy lunch before heading out on an afternoon activity. (BLD)

Overnight: Chobe Game Lodge (2 Nights)

Day 4: Chobe National Park

You have today to enjoy morning and afternoon game activities, and you can choose between game drives or boat cruises. (BLD)

Day 5 - 7: Okavango Delta

After breakfast, and a morning game activities (time permitting), you'll be transferred to the Kasane Airport where you'll board a light aircraft flight to the Okavango Delta (times to be confirmed). You'll be collected from the airstrip and enjoy a short game drive to camp. Your afternoon will be spent on a game activity, returning to camp for dinner. (BLD)

Overnight: Camp Okavango (2 Nights)

Day 6: Okavango Delta

You have a full day to enjoy a choice of shared game drives, bird watching, boating, morkoros, or fishing excursions (water-level dependent). (BLD)

Day 7 - 9: Moremi Game Reserve

After breakfast and a morning activity (time permitting), you'll be returned to the nearby airstrip, enjoying a short game drive en route. Board a light aircraft flight to the Moremi Game Reserve (times to be confirmed). At the airstrip, you'll be met and driven to your camp, enjoying an afternoon game activity. Dinner will be back in camp. (BLD)

Overnight: Camp Moremi (2 Nights)

Day 8: Moremi Game Reserve

Today, you can enjoy a mix of game drives and boating safaris, all shared with other camp guests. (BLD)

Day 9 - 11: Makgadikgadi Pans

After breakfast and a final morning game drive (time permitting), you'll be transferred to the airstrip and board a further light aircraft flight to the Makgadikgadi Pans (time to be confirmed). You'll be collected on arrival and transferred to your camp. You'll have a game drive this afternoon before returning to camp for dinner. (BLD)

Overnight: Leroo La Tau (2 Nights)

Day 10: Makgadikgadi Pans

Enjoy shared morning and afternoon game drives in this incredibly unique wildlife area. You have the option for cultural experiences here. (BLD)

Day 11: Maun

After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airstrip with a final game drive en route. Board a light aircraft flight to Maun, where services end.

Connect here to onward international flight arrangements (please check with us before booking international flights).

We hope you will leave Africa with incredible memories and photos from your time here. (B)

Prices and Inclusions

Price per person: $11,470 USD

Prices are per person based on two people travelling together during 2026 high season (May - October). Travel outside of this period will incur lower costs. 

Includes

All Brilliant trips include:

  • Experienced safari guides
  • All domestic/internal flights
  • All road transfers and airport pickups/drop-offs
  • All accommodation as per the itinerary (accommodation can be amended based on budget and preferences)
  • Fees for guides/scouts/drivers/cooks
  • All entrance and park fees
  • Fees for all activities as per the program
  • Shared or private daily game drives (depending on your route and preferences, please enquire for more details)
  • Meal plan full board unless specified otherwise
  • Select local brand drinks on safari
  • Okavango Air Rescue Cover
  • Conservation charge

You'll also get...

  • Brilliant Africa’s Bucket List Safari System: work one-on-one with a dedicated specialist with decades of experience in East Africa. We'll help you cut through the noise, navigate the thousands of options, design the trip that's right for you and have confidence you'll get what you expect (results in 98% 5* reviews)⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  • Highest-rated African travel company on Trustpilot: so you know you'll be in safe hands with our team.  
  • Ground Support Team: our local ground team are on hand to help if you ever need support during your trip. 
  • Dedicated Pre-Travel Support: access to a dedicated customer support specialist to help you with all of your pre-travel questions and help you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. 
  • Get Me To Africa Flight Package: we'll connect you with our flight specialist who will find and book the right international flights on your behalf*
  • Personalised Guest Portal & Mobile App: access to your individual guest portal, including video guides to common questions, and everything you need to know to prepare for your African adventure.
  • WhatsApp Contacts: your local support team will be easily contactable via WhatsApp.   
  • Safety Briefing: 1:1 consultations with our specialists to answer any of your questions about safety when travelling in Africa. 
  • Done-With-You Visa Service: we’ll send you step-by-step video guides on how to apply for your visas and required travel documents, saving you hours of time, stress and headaches.

*For customers based in the US only. 

'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee

If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to postpone your trip and your deposit will be applied to the postponed trip. T&Cs apply, enquire for details. 

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