Majestic Falls and Chobe Elephants
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,933
FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Experience the beauty of Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park on this vacation to Zimbabwe and Botswana. Begin at Victoria Falls, where you’ll take in the Smoke That Thunders before cruising the Zambezi River. It’s then into Botswana to head on game safari in Chobe National Park.
This 6-day Zimbabwean vacation takes you to Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park. It features first-class accommodations, small group tours, and is an ideal introduction to southcentral Africa.
Your journey begins in Zimbabwe at Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall system and one of the seven natural wonders of the world. On your first full day you’ll hike through the rainforest, feeling the spray of the falls mist your face as you approach its overwhelming torrents, eventually breaking through the bush to see the millions of gallons of water gushing over the falls each second. In the afternoon, embark on the Zambezi Explorer and journey along the Zambezi River, drinking sundowners as you venture along this mighty river and enjoy the sun falling in the sky.
From Victoria Falls, cross the border into Botswana and head to Chobe National Park, a massive game reserve known for its abundance of elephant herds. Staying at Elephant Valley Lodge, situated adjacent to Chobe National Park, you’ll enjoy first-class accommodations as you head on daily game drives in the park and boat cruises on the Chobe River. Venture through the park to see elephant herds crossing the swampy plains or zebra and water buffalo crowding along the banks of the Chobe River.
At the end of your stay, connect back to Kasane to continue to your onward destination.
Accommodation in Victoria Falls
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Ilala Lodge
The perfect platform from which to explore the Natural Wonder of the majestic Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls accommodation at Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance. The hotel is ideally situated and is closest to the Victoria Falls as …
The perfect platform from which to explore the Natural Wonder of the majestic Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls accommodation at Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance.
The hotel is ideally situated and is closest to the Victoria Falls as well as the town centre. Wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns with the spray of the falls in the background.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Conference Facilities
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Parking
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
Photo gallery
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- Duration
- 6 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,933
Itinerary View Trip Map
Arrive Victoria Falls
On arrival, you are met by your local representative from Goway and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the morning is spent at leisure to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
The afternoon is spent on a unique elephant experience that is brought to life by the artistic strokes of your fingertips, while surrounded by the African bush. The Manager at 'The Wallow' will meet guests on arrival to talk to them about the elephants and their history. After interacting with the 'models', guests will make their way down to the adjacent waterhole and mud wallow where under the shade of an enormous Mopane tree, they will find a chair and easel - each set up with a fresh sheet of paper. Brightly colored aprons and palettes with bright splotches of paint will also be handed out. Soon guests' white sheets of paper will be transformed into a canvas with a glorious blue sky, sunshine, yellow, brown or green grass and of course elephants. Once finished, guests will go back to 'The Wallow' for a delicious two-course buffet lunch accompanied by a cold beverage rounding off a perfect morning's experience. After lunch guests will be transferred back to their accommodation in Victoria Falls.
| Meal Plan | Full Breakfast |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Ilala Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Ilala Lodge
The perfect platform from which to explore the Natural Wonder of the majestic Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls accommodation at Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance. The hotel is ideally situated and is closest to the Victoria Falls as …
The perfect platform from which to explore the Natural Wonder of the majestic Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls accommodation at Ilala Lodge provides distinguished yet affordable accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance.
The hotel is ideally situated and is closest to the Victoria Falls as well as the town centre. Wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns with the spray of the falls in the background.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Conference Facilities
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Parking
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
Private Tour of Victoria Falls
No surprise why Victoria Falls is one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World! You'll understand it instantly as you tour the Zimbabwean side, for there are numerous spectacular vantage points along the width of the Falls, and the sight of this astounding gift of nature, simply takes your breath away. Walk through the permanent, beautifully misty rain forest which flanks the Falls, stopping to marvel at the principal sites as it cascades to the depths below: the Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Rainbow Falls, the Boiling Pot, Cataract Island and Livingstone Island. We'll stand and watch, feel and listen to the spray and thunderous noise, as millions of litres of water tumble over the Falls into a series of narrow gorges below. The seventh Natural Wonder of the World puts on the most dramatic show for you, and you'll be privileged to have watched it.
| Duration | 2 Hours |
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Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park
After breakfast a one hour transfer takes you to Chobe National Park.
The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Elephant Valley Lodge lies along one of these routes and is situated in the Kasane Forest, which is adjacent to the Chobe National Park.
| Meal Plan | Full Board |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Elephant Valley Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Elephant Valley Lodge
The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Elephant Valley Lodge lies along one …
The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Elephant Valley Lodge lies along one of these routes and is situated in the Kasane Forest, which is adjacent to the Chobe National Park.
Chobe National Park
This morning enjoy a morning game drive in the park. Chobe is the 3rd largest park in Botswana and is home to 450 species of birds and the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. In the afternoon set out once again on either an afternoon game drive or game viewing cruise before returning to your lodge for a delicious dinner.
Chobe National Park
A second full day to explore the park and its many inhabitants on your included scheduled activities.
Depart Chobe
Following a final early game drive and breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Private arrival transfer in Victoria Falls
- Private transfer Victoria Falls to Elephant Valley Lodge
- Shared departure transfer to Kasane Airport
- 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Victoria Falls
- 3 nights in first-class accommodations near Chobe National Park
- Private tour of Victoria Falls
- 2 shared safari activities per day at Elephant Valley Lodge including:
- Morning boat cruise on Chobe River
- Afternoon game drives in Chobe National Park (max 9 guests)*
- All park fees
- All government taxes
- Limited laundry at Elephant Valley Lodge
- Soft drinks, water, and select local drinks at Elephant Valley Lodge
- 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 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.
2 Nov 2023
