Vic Falls & Botswana Family Safari

Beginning at Victoria Falls, this family itinerary covers Chobe National Park, the Okavango region and the Makgadikgadi Pans. The focus is on varied safari activities, including game drives, river safaris, mokoro trips and desert exploration. The accommodation is perfect for family trips.
12 Days
$11,895

Vic Falls & Botswana Family Safari - 12 - $11,895

Itinerary

Day 1 - 3: Victoria Falls

Fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe under your own arrangements. After completing immigration and customs formalities, you'll be greeted by our local representative for a road transfer to your lodge. You may like to rest after your flights, or you may like to book some of the optional activities available within Victoria Falls, please discuss this with the Activities Desk at the lodge (activities payable locally).

Overnight: Pioneers Victoria Falls (2 Nights)

Day 2: Victoria Falls

Today, enjoy a guided tour of the famous Victoria Falls. The rest of the day can be spent at leisure or you may opt to book some of the activities available. (B)

Day 3 - 6: Chobe National Park

After breakfast, you will be collected for a transfer to the Botswana border. After completing immigration formalities, continue on to Kasane Airport, with the total drive time around 1.5 hours. Here you will be met and transferred to your next camp. After freshening up, you will have an afternoon game activity. (BLD)

Overnight: Chobe Elephant Camp (3 Nights)

Day 4 - 5: Chobe National Park

Two days to enjoy shared activities, including guided game walks, game drives and boat cruises. (BLD)

Day 6 - 9: Khwai Private Game Reserve

This morning, following breakfast, you may have time for a morning activity before heading to the airstrip. Board your light aircraft flight to the Khwai Private Game Reserve (exact times to be confirmed). Arrive at the airstrip where you will be collected and taken to your camp. Relax and refresh after your journey before setting out for your afternoon game activity. (BLD)

Overnight: Sable Alley (3 Nights)

Day 7 - 8: Khwai Private Game Reserve

The next two days are spent on shared day and night game drives and mokoro excursions (water level dependent). Nature walks may be available upon request. (BLD)

Day 9 - 12: Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Today, time permitting, enjoy a morning activity, before being transferred to the airstrip. Fly by light aircraft to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans (exact times to be confirmed). On arrival at the local airstrip you will be met and driven to your camp. In the afternoon you will enjoy a game activity. (BLD)

Overnight: Camp Kalahari (3 Nights)

Day 10 - 11: Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Spend these two days experiencing the wide range of shared activities: game drives, Bushmen walks, Chapman's Baobab, meerkat visit and quad biking (quad bike trips run with TWO guests per quad bike. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult - helmets MUST be worn). (BLD)

Some activities will need to be pre-booked before travel. Please discuss this with us.

Day 12: Maun

After breakfast, a game drive transfer returns you to the airstrip. A light aircraft takes you to Maun, where your trip comes to an end.

Here you'll connect to your international flight home (kindly check with us before booking).

We hope you leave with cherished memories and stunning photos of your African adventure. (B)

Prices and Inclusions

Price per person: $11,895 USD

Prices are per person based on 4 people travelling together during 2026 high season (July - August). 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
  • AMREF Flying Doctors 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. 

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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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