Botswana & Zimbabwe Family Adventure: Khwai, Linyanti, Livingstone & More
- Duration
- 13 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 13,593
FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Not only does an African safari experience provide educational value for children, but it also allows for families to bond in the most remote and wild areas. Spend 12 nights enjoying these three beautiful countries, sharing life-lasting memories and stories along the way.
This 13-day family safari brings together the best of Botswana and Zimbabwe, creating a unique itinerary for animal lovers of all ages. It even includes three nights at Victoria Falls, the ‘Smoke that thunders.’
Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve, which is nourished by the Khwai River in Botswana. You’re likely to encounter a wide array of animals including elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, zebra, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippos, and many more. The landscape completely changes at night as the nocturnal beasts come out to hunt. Daytime and nighttime game drives let you see the contrasts in full. You will even have the chance to explore on foot for a closer look.
Fly on to the Linyanti Concession, which features the world’s highest density elephant population. This is also a great area for spotting lions, leopards and cheetahs, as well as giraffes, impala, and buffalo. Guests can choose to extend their afternoon game drives into the night if they wish – particularly good for spotting big cats on the hunt! As at Khwai, guided walks can take you in for a deeper understanding of the area.
Fly on to Livingstone in Zambia, on the edge of Victoria Falls. Visit the Livingstone museum to learn about the town’s namesake, then explore the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, the world’s largest single sheet of falling water. Listen to the mighty Zambezi crash over the threshold to the rocks below, then rush through a series of canyons, each of which is a former location of the falls cut by years of erosion.
Cross to the Zimbabwean side of the falls, and board your flight to Hwange National Park. This is Zimbabwe’s biggest wildlife reserve and home to approximately 40,000 elephants. Again, you’ll enjoy game drives day and night with expert guides.
- Duration
- 13 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 13,593
Itinerary View Trip Map
Khwai Community Area
On arrival into Maun Airport, you will be met and transferred to your light aircraft flight to the Khwai Airstrip. The Khwai area of the Okavango lies along the northern boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve, and offers the same wildlife experience as the reserve with the added advantage of being a private concession which means the ability to do walking safaris and night drives.
Meal Plan | Lunch and Dinner |
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Duration | 3 Nights |
Accommodation |
Khwai Leadwood Camp |
Location | View map |
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Khwai Leadwood Camp
Located on a beautiful site within this community-run concession on the eastern border of the Moremi Game reserve. The banks of the lagoon flowing into the Khwai River act as a boundary between the reserve and the community area, offering visitors staying here several unique …
Located on a beautiful site within this community-run concession on the eastern border of the Moremi Game reserve. The banks of the lagoon flowing into the Khwai River act as a boundary between the reserve and the community area, offering visitors staying here several unique ways to experience Africa. Besides the day-time drives which can feature Africa's big attractions - lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, elephant, buffalo, hippo and giraffe - guests at Khwai Leadwood are able to explore nature after sunset with a night drive. This activity, along with the guided walking safaris, is not usually permitted in the National Parks or Game Reserves, and allows guests to get an up close and personal experience with some of Africa's nocturnal and / or more elusive animals. The camp also provides the opportunity to explore the great stands of leadwood and mopane woodlands as well as open grasslands and banks of the Khwai River on foot.
Facilities
- Bar
- Lounge
Khwai Community Area
The magnificent Khwai River is the hub for some of the most outstanding wildlife viewing. Species to be viewed include elephant, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, eland, sable, hippo, hyena, and various other nocturnal species.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Khwai Community Area
Besides the day-time drives, guests at Khwai Leadwood Camp are able to explore nature after sunset with a night drive. This activity, along with the guided walking safaris, is not usually permitted in the National Parks or Game reserves and allows guests to get an up-close and personal experience with some of Africa's nocturnal and/or more elusive animals. The camp also provides the opportunity to explore the great stands of leadwood and mopane woodlands as well as open grasslands and banks of the Khwai river on foot.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Linyanti Concession
Today you will be flown from the Khwai airstrip to the Linyanti airstrip. The Kwando-Linyanti river system has an abundance of wildlife which roams freely between the woodland habitats, ancient floodplains and forests. The big game in this area increases dramatically during the dry season when the area hosts large herds of impala, blue wildebeest, giraffe and buffalo as well as the world's highest density of elephant. Several packs of wild dog are found in the area and lion, leopard and cheetah are frequently sighted.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Duration | 3 Nights |
Accommodation |
Linyanti Ebony Camp |
Location | View map |
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Linyanti Ebony Camp
Built on raised decking overlooking the Linyanti Marsh, this 10-bedded intimate tented camp offers you stunning views of the Linyanti River. Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, walking excursions with an armed professional guide, boating and fishing along water lagoons, and mokoro excursions are all …
Built on raised decking overlooking the Linyanti Marsh, this 10-bedded intimate tented camp offers you stunning views of the Linyanti River. Game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, walking excursions with an armed professional guide, boating and fishing along water lagoons, and mokoro excursions are all activities on offer to provide you the opportunity to enjoy this unique rivers cape up close. Water activities are available only when water levels permit. The camp's well-appointed accommodation includes 3 twin bedded tents and 1 luxury family tent. A private dining and lounge area with a splash pool makes the camp a perfect choice for family experiences or small groups requiring exclusive use of a camp.
Facilities
- Generator Power
- Heating
- Pool
Linyanti Concession
Twice daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles are offered. Linyanti is best known for its large populations of elephant and buffalo that congregate in vast numbers especially during the dry season. Most of the afternoon game drives continue into the night if all guests on the vehicle wish to continue their safari experience. This is a great way to experience nocturnal wildlife typically not seen during daylight hours.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Linyanti Concession
The area offers spectacular birding throughout the year. With its mixed habitats comes a good variety of bird species. Linyanti birding is one of the biggest attractions on an Okavango safari. Guided walks are lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you. Walking tours are a great way to get within a safe near distance to the animals. During the dry season, one is able to see further due to the thinning vegetation.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Livingstone
This morning you will be transported by light aircraft to Kasane Airport. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your lodge for the next 3 nights. Activities here include a private sunset cruise, a visit to the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, a visit to a local visit, fishing and a visit to the Livingstone Museum.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Duration | 3 Nights |
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Thorntree River Lodge |
Location | View map |
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Thorntree River Lodge
Thorntree River Lodge is set in Zambia's Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just a short distance from the famous Victoria Falls, Thorntree River Lodge is built with an environmentally-conscious design. Drawing inspiration from local customs and culture, it is a modern contemporary design with tented roof structures …
Thorntree River Lodge is set in Zambia's Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just a short distance from the famous Victoria Falls, Thorntree River Lodge is built with an environmentally-conscious design. Drawing inspiration from local customs and culture, it is a modern contemporary design with tented roof structures to maintain the feel of authentic Africa.
Facilities
- Gym
- Library
- Spa
Livingstone
Thorntree River Lodge is situated in Zambia's Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just a short distance from Livingstone and the famous Victoria Falls. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the falls are also one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and are a must see whilst in the area. A visit from Thorntree River Lodge will be seen from the Zambian side of the falls.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Livingstone
Livingstone and the Victoria Falls area is a cultural hot spot, a stay at Thorntree River Lodge includes a visit to a nearby local village for those interested in learning about the heritage, customs and day to day life of local communities.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Hwange National Park
You will be collected from Thorntree River Lodge and transferred to Victoria Falls Airport, where you will board a light aircraft flight to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's biggest reserve and home to approximately 40 000 elephants. It also provides sanctuary for all the countries endangered species, including a notably sizeable population of wild dogs. Enjoy game drives in Hwange over the next 3 days.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Duration | 3 Nights |
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Somalisa Acacia Camp |
Location | View map |
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Somalisa Acacia Camp
Set within Zimbabwe's largest and most wildlife-prolific National Park, Somalisa Camp and Somalisa Acacia (Family Camp) are located on a private concession in Hwange and have become famous for the up close encounters of elephants drinking from the pool in front of camp. Somalisa Camp …
Set within Zimbabwe's largest and most wildlife-prolific National Park, Somalisa Camp and Somalisa Acacia (Family Camp) are located on a private concession in Hwange and have become famous for the up close encounters of elephants drinking from the pool in front of camp. Somalisa Camp comprises of a Large and Spacious open Dining and Lounge area overlooking the Kennedy vlei-line and 7 modern Saile-Style Tents with 180 degree gauze sliding doors, all built on raised decking with en-suite bathrooms, including flush toilets, an indoor and outdoor shower, as well as a slipper-style bath-tub.
The Family-focused Somalisa Acacia has its own Main Dining and Lounge area alongside 2 Family Units and 2 Standard Units, all built in the same style as Somalisa Camp. Activities include game drives, walking safaris, night drives and cultural village visits to the Foundation projects in Hwange can be organised in advance and on request.Facilities
- Game Drives
- Indoor Shower
- Outdoor Shower
- Pool
- Solar Power
Hwange National Park
Activities include game drives (day and night) by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of the bush with you. The open land cruisers will accommodate six passengers on tiered seating so that views are not blocked and photographic opportunities are enhanced. Each of our vehicles are fitted with permanent canvas roofing to protect you from the varying weather elements, whilst still allowing an optimized up close and personal experience of wildlife.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Hwange National Park
Activities include guided walks lead by qualified guides. We believe that there is much more to an African safari than being driven around in a vehicle while passively viewing animals. In combining the ultimate itinerary with an expert guide, we create the complete journey, where experiences, knowledge and passions are shared and whereby a standard Safari is transformed into an extraordinary one.
Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Depart
After breakfast you will be transferred by light aircraft to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.
Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Shared arrival and departure transfers at Khwai Airstrip
- Shared arrival and departure transfers at Linyanti Airstrip
- Shared arrival transfer from Kasane Airport to Livingstone
- Shared departure transfer from Livingstone to Victoria Falls Airport
- Shared arrival and departure transfers at Hwange Airstrip
- 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Khwai at Khwai Leadwood Camp
- 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Linyanti at Linyanti Ebony Camp
- 3 nights in deluxe accommodations in Livingstone at Thorntree River Lodge
- 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Hwange National Park at Somalisa Acacia Camp
- Services of qualified English-speaking guides on safari activities
- 2 shared safari activities per day at Khwai Leadwood Camp including: Early morning and afternoon game drives, Night game drives, Walking safaris, Mokoro safaris (dependent on water levels), Khwai village visits
- 2 shared safari activities per day at Linyanti Ebony Camp including Early morning and afternoon game drives, Night game drives, Walking safaris, and Mokoro safaris (dependent on water levels)
- 2 shared safari activities per day at Thorntree River Lodge including Game drives in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, Rhino tracking, Bushwalks, Sunrise & sunset boat cruises, Simonga Village visits, Visit to the Zambian side of the Falls, Visit to the Zimbabwean side of the Falls in low water season (excludes visa fees), Visit to the Livingstone Museum, Canoe trips, Visit to Maramba & Makuni Markets, Catch & release fishing (not available in December due to breeding season)
- 2 shared safari activities per day at Somalisa Acacia Camp including Early morning and afternoon game drives, Walking safaris, Village visits at Hwange Main Camp
- All park and concession fees
- All government taxes
- Laundry at all properties
- Internal light aircraft flights: Maun - Khwai - Linyanti - Kasane / Victoria Falls - Hwange - Victoria Falls including air taxes
- All beverages, excluding premium imported spirits and champagne
12 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners
*Please note maximum vehicle capacities are subject to change without prior notice
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel Insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals & beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees, if applicable
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
9 Dec 2025