Overland Adventure: Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta

Experience exciting game drives at the Chobe National Park and relaxed river cruises along the Chobe River during your stay at the Chobe Safari Lodges. Your stay will include two game drives and two boat cruises. The Chobe National Park is part of the mythic Okavango Delta sprawled across northern Botswana. The Park is extremely rich in game and bird species. Expect to spot huge herds of elephants and Cape buffalo, lions, hippos, antelopes and migrating zebras on thrilling game drives! Marvel at the wild beauty of the majestic Chobe River on leisurely boat safaris. Watch large elephant herds bathing, drinking, and cavorting by the riverbank, as you peacefully glide over the tranquil waters. Expect to see huge buffalo herds drinking by the river as well as groups of hippos and crocs. The Chobe River is a paradise for bird lovers too, with the opportunity to spot numerous exotic species. (Duration: 3 hrs, Time of Day: Early Morning and Afternoon for Game Drives, Afternoon for Boat Cruise; Fitness Level: Easy; Please bring sunglasses, hats, binoculars and don’t forget your cameras).

On your way to the Kalahari Salt Pans, make an enchanting stopover at the Nata Bird Sanctuary. Spend a few hours exploring this wildlife reserve at your own pace. Although you will spot herds of antelope, zebras, jackals and plenty of primates, it is actually a paradise for bird lovers. The sanctuary is home to more than 150 species of birdlife. In the wet season, you can even spot great flocks of flamingos, pelicans and teals. Return to the main highway after an enjoyable birding trip. (Duration: 2 hrs; Self-guided Activity; Fitness level: Easy; Please wear sunblock, sunhat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes; Entrance Fees at your own account).

Enjoy an incredibly diverse safari experience! Explore the Okavango Delta on exciting game drives in the early morning when the animals are very active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon. You can also enjoy wonderful bush walks with an experienced guide to stretch your legs and discover the small wonders of nature. A mokoro excursion will take you along the channels and lagoons of the Delta to view game from another perspective and to experience this tranquil mode of transport.

En route to the Okavango Delta, take an hour to drop by a traditional basket weaving workshop in the village of Shorobe. Inform the village’s basket weaving cooperative of your visit in advance to ensure that a local weaver will be available to show you around the workshop. Learn all about the intricate traditional art, watching the village women create their typical Ngamiland-style baskets. Browse through the beautiful wares made by the local women, choosing a few for the folks back at home. Drive back to the highway after your workshop visit. (Duration: 1-2 hrs; Self-guided Activity; Fitness level: Easy; Please wear sunblock, sunhat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes, Any costs on your own account).