Your 10-day itinerary, day by day

This is the exact ten-day route from the original trip page. A boat transfer, road transfer and scheduled light-aircraft flights connect the Zambezi, Selinda Reserve and Okavango Delta before the final flight to Maun.

Duration10 days
Guide price$18,215
RouteVictoria Falls to Maun
Where you stay3 luxury safari camps
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  1. Day 1-4
    Victoria Falls and the upper Zambezi region

    Arrive at Victoria Falls and transfer to Tsowa Island

    Arrange your own flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. After airport formalities, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to the jetty for the scenic boat journey to Tsowa Island, normally taking around 1.5 to 2.5 hours. The rest of the day is free to settle in or begin exploring the activities available from the island.

    OvernightTsowa Safari Island (3 nights)

  2. Day 2-3
    The Zambezi near Victoria Falls

    Explore the Zambezi National Park

    Spend two days choosing from guided game walks, canoe safaris, game drives and river cruises from the island setting.

  3. Day 4-7
    Waterways and floodplains of the Okavango Delta

    Fly to the Selinda Reserve

    Depart the island and transfer to Kasane Airport in Botswana. Board the short light-aircraft flight to the Selinda Reserve, where your guide will meet you and take you to camp. After lunch, choose from activities including canoeing when water levels permit, bush walks and night game drives.

    OvernightSelinda Explorers Camp (3 nights)

  4. Day 5-6
    A mokoro safari in the Okavango Delta

    Canoe safaris and game drives in Selinda

    Spend two days exploring the reserve, with guided canoe safaris when conditions allow and shared game drives through Selinda's open wilderness.

  5. Day 7-10
    Game viewing in the Okavango Delta

    Fly into the Okavango Delta

    After breakfast and a morning activity when the schedule permits, transfer to the airstrip with a brief game drive and fly by light aircraft to the Okavango Delta. Your camp guide will meet you for the drive to camp, followed by an afternoon game activity.

    OvernightDuba Explorers Camp (3 nights)

  6. Day 8-9
    A channel and camp in the Okavango Delta

    Explore the Okavango Delta

    Enjoy two full days of shared game drives, bush walks, night game drives and mokoro excursions, with water-based activities dependent on local conditions.

  7. Day 10
    The floodplains of the Okavango Delta

    Fly to Maun

    After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip with a final game drive en route and fly by light aircraft to Maun, where Brilliant's services end. Check onward international flight timings with us before booking.

Your luxury route through Botswana

The journey begins near Victoria Falls on the Zambezi, continues via Kasane and light aircraft to the Selinda Reserve, then flies into the Okavango Delta before ending in Maun.

  1. 1Victoria Falls and Zambezi National Park
  2. 2Selinda Reserve
  3. 3Okavango Delta
  4. 4Maun

Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. The first stay is reached by road and boat; scheduled light-aircraft flights connect Selinda, the Okavango Delta and Maun.

Where you'll stay

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

Swimming pools and timber deck at Tsowa Safari Island
Indoor dining table beside the river at Tsowa Safari Island
Riverside firepit deck at Tsowa Safari Island
Main lounge with its mural at Tsowa Safari Island
Shaded lounge and viewing deck at Tsowa Safari Island
Guest tent bathroom with a copper washbasin at Tsowa Safari Island
Double guest bedroom at Tsowa Safari Island
Twin guest bedroom at Tsowa Safari Island
Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe1 / 8
Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe

Tsowa Safari Island

An exclusive island base for three nights of guided walks, canoe safaris, game drives and Zambezi river cruises.

Camp and pool beneath large trees at Selinda Explorers Camp
Main tent and timber deck at Selinda Explorers Camp
Main lounge at Selinda Explorers Camp
Pool and candlelit dining at night at Selinda Explorers Camp
Dining tent set for lunch at Selinda Explorers Camp
Double guest tent bedroom at Selinda Explorers Camp
Family tent veranda at Selinda Explorers Camp
Guest tent bathroom at Selinda Explorers Camp
Selinda Reserve1 / 8
Selinda Reserve

Selinda Explorers Camp

A small camp in the Selinda Reserve for canoeing when water levels permit, bush walks and shared day and night game drives.

Camp and water channel from the air at Duba Explorers Camp
Main tent and dining deck at Duba Explorers Camp
Main lounge at Duba Explorers Camp
Raised outdoor dining area at Duba Explorers Camp
Swimming pool at Duba Explorers Camp
Guest tent exterior at Duba Explorers Camp
Guest tent bedroom at Duba Explorers Camp
Guest tent bathroom at Duba Explorers Camp
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Okavango Delta

Duba Explorers Camp

A three-night Delta camp offering mokoro excursions, shared game drives, bush walks and night drives.

A smiling Brilliant Africa guide beside a branded safari vehicle

Ready to plan your Luxury Botswana Safari & Vic Falls?

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 camp availability.

Your questions answered

How much does Luxury Botswana Safari & Vic Falls cost?

The ten-day itinerary starts from $18,215 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 ten.

How do you travel between the safari areas?

The first lodge is reached by road and a scenic boat transfer. A road transfer connects the island with Kasane Airport, followed by scheduled light-aircraft flights to Selinda, the Okavango Delta and Maun.

Which activities are included?

The trip includes guided walks, river cruises, shared day and night game drives, canoe safaris and mokoro excursions. Canoeing and mokoro activities depend on local water levels and conditions.

Can I change the camps or extend the trip?

Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can change the camp level, add nights, adjust the activity mix or combine this route with another part of Southern Africa.

Talk to someone who's actually been there

This route depends on well-timed boat, road and light-aircraft connections, as well as seasonal water levels in Selinda and the Delta. Our Botswana specialists will tailor the sequence and activities 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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Interested in Luxury Botswana Safari & Vic Falls? Tell us your dates, budget and preferred mix of game drives, boating and walking. A Botswana specialist will tailor the camps, flights and pace around you.

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