Your 7-day itinerary, day by day

This is the exact seven-day sequence from the original trip page. A road transfer links Victoria Falls with Chobe, followed by scheduled light-aircraft flights into the Okavango Delta and onward to Maun.

Duration7 days
Guide price$9,790
RouteVictoria Falls to Maun
Where you stay3 safari lodges
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  1. Day 1-3
    Victoria Falls and the upper Zambezi region

    Arrive beside the Zambezi River

    Make your own flight arrangements to Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe. After immigration and customs, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the lodge on the banks of the Zambezi. Join an afternoon game-viewing activity when arrival time permits.

    OvernightOld Drift Lodge (2 nights)

  2. Day 2
    The Zambezi near Victoria Falls

    Explore Victoria Falls and the Zambezi

    Choose from shared morning and afternoon game drives, river safaris, bush walks and a guided tour of Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side. Falls entrance fees are excluded.

  3. Day 3-5
    Wildlife beside the Chobe River in Botswana

    Cross into Botswana and Chobe National Park

    After breakfast, travel by road to Chobe National Park and complete immigration at the Kazungula Border. The journey normally takes around 2 to 2.5 hours. Arrive at the lodge inside the park on the Chobe River, have lunch and join an afternoon activity.

    OvernightChobe Game Lodge (2 nights)

  4. Day 4
    A boat safari on the Chobe River

    Game drives and boat cruises in Chobe

    Spend the day on shared wildlife activities, choosing between morning and afternoon game drives and boat cruises on the Chobe River.

  5. Day 5-7
    Waterways and floodplains of the Okavango Delta

    Fly into the Okavango Delta

    After breakfast and a morning activity when time permits, transfer to Kasane Airport and fly by light aircraft to the Okavango Delta. Meet your guide at the airstrip, game drive to camp and join an afternoon activity before dinner.

    OvernightKanana (2 nights)

  6. Day 6
    A mokoro safari in the Okavango Delta

    Explore the Okavango Delta

    Choose from shared day and night game drives, mokoro canoe trips, boat cruises, fishing, walking safaris and birdwatching. Water-based activities are seasonal and depend on local water levels. A sleepout deck can be pre-booked at a surcharge.

  7. Day 7
    Game viewing in the Okavango Delta

    Fly to Maun

    After breakfast, take a final game-drive transfer to the airstrip and fly by light aircraft to Maun, where the safari ends. Check onward international flight timings with us before booking.

Your route along three iconic waterways

The journey begins beside the Zambezi near Victoria Falls, crosses by road to Chobe National Park and continues by light aircraft into the Okavango Delta before ending in Maun.

  1. 1Zambezi River and Victoria Falls
  2. 2Chobe National Park
  3. 3Okavango Delta
  4. 4Maun

Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. The Victoria Falls to Chobe leg is by road via Kazungula; scheduled light-aircraft flights connect the Delta and Maun.

Where you'll stay

The three named stays follow the source itinerary. They are shown text-only because complete current first-party property galleries could not be verified without guessing.

Lodge beside the Zambezi from the air at Old Drift Lodge
Private pool and guest deck at Old Drift Lodge
Main lodge and firepit at Old Drift Lodge
Outdoor riverside dining at Old Drift Lodge
Main lounge and fireplace at Old Drift Lodge
Indoor dining room at Old Drift Lodge
Double guest bedroom at Old Drift Lodge
Outdoor copper bathtub at Old Drift Lodge
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Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe

Old Drift Lodge

A two-night riverside base for game drives, river safaris, bush walks and a guided Victoria Falls visit.

Riverfront lodge and boardwalk from the air at Chobe Game Lodge
Honeymoon suite and private pool from above at Chobe Game Lodge
Guest suite sitting area at Chobe Game Lodge
Riverfront timber boardwalk at Chobe Game Lodge
Covered dining terrace at Chobe Game Lodge
Swimming pool from above at Chobe Game Lodge
Indoor dining room at Chobe Game Lodge
Standard guest bedroom at Chobe Game Lodge
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Chobe National Park

Chobe Game Lodge

A two-night lodge inside Chobe National Park on the river, used for shared game drives and boat cruises.

Main lounge at Kanana
Bar beneath the thatched roof at Kanana
Family tent exterior at Kanana
Viewing deck dining table at Kanana
Open-sided lounge with a water view at Kanana
Double guest bedroom at Kanana
Swimming pool at dusk at Kanana
Circular fire deck and main lodge at Kanana
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Okavango Delta

Kanana

A two-night Delta camp for day and night drives, seasonal mokoro and boating, fishing, walking and birdwatching.

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Ready to plan your Best of Three Rivers?

Share your dates, priorities and budget. One of our Botswana specialists will come back with first thoughts and tailor this itinerary around you, with no obligation.

What's included

Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.

In your price

  • Experienced safari guides
  • All domestic and internal flights listed in the itinerary
  • All road transfers and airport pick-ups and drop-offs
  • All accommodation as per the itinerary, amendable to your budget and preferences
  • Fees for guides, scouts, drivers and cooks
  • All entrance and park fees
  • Fees for all activities as per the programme
  • Shared or private daily game drives, depending on your route and preferences
  • Full-board meal plan unless specified otherwise
  • Select local-brand drinks on safari
  • Conservation charges
  • Okavango Air Rescue cover

With Brilliant, you'll also get

  • One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
  • A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
  • Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
  • A personalised guest portal and mobile app
  • WhatsApp contact with your local support team
  • A one-to-one safety briefing
  • Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
  • Access to our international flight specialist for US guests

The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee

If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.

Prices are per person based on two people travelling together during high season from June to October. Travel outside this period generally costs less; final pricing depends on dates, flights and lodge availability.

Your questions answered

How much does Best of Three Rivers cost?

The seven-day itinerary starts from $9,790 per person based on two people travelling together during the June to October high season. Travel outside this period generally costs less.

Where does the trip start and finish?

The trip starts at Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe and finishes with a light-aircraft flight to Maun in Botswana on day seven.

How do you travel between the three rivers?

A road transfer connects the Zambezi and Chobe via the Kazungula Border. Scheduled light-aircraft flights then connect Kasane, the Okavango Delta and Maun.

Which activities are included?

The route includes game drives, river safaris or boat cruises, bush walks and a guided Victoria Falls tour, followed by seasonal Delta activities such as mokoro trips, boating, fishing and walking.

Can I change the lodges or extend the trip?

Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can change the lodge level, add nights and adjust the activity mix around your dates and priorities.

Talk to someone who's actually been there

This route depends on well-timed border transfers, light-aircraft schedules and seasonal water levels. Our Botswana specialists will tailor the lodges and activity mix around your dates and priorities.

  • Barry, Safari Specialist & Field Guide, Brilliant Africa

    Barry

    Safari Specialist & Field Guide
  • Alyson, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Alyson

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Tracy, Tailor-Made Safari Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Tracy

    Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
  • Holly, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Holly

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Marc, Africa Travel Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Marc

    Africa Travel Specialist

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