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Botswana & Zimbabwe – 7-day Okavango Expedition & Victoria Falls – Private Accommodated

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Khwai • Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Country

Botswana, Zimbabwe

Highlights

Khwai

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

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Botswana & Zimbabwe – 7-day Okavango Expedition & Victoria Falls – Private Accommodated

$2,745
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Khwai
Khwai
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Pioneers Victoria Falls
Khwai

Includes

Light aircraft flights from Maun - Okavango Delta - Kasane - only soft bags allowed and baggage weight for flights limited to 20 kg
Airport and inter-lodge transfers
4 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis in Botswana
2 nights accommodation in Victoria Falls on a bed & breakfast basis
2 daily, shared safari activities in Botswana
Botswana park fees

Excludes

International flights
Meals and drinks not mentioned
Optional activities in Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls entrance fees of US$ 50 per person
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Khwai , Botswana

Situated on the banks of the Khwai River near the famous Okavango swamp, the village of Khwai is set in the North-West District of Botswana. The village fringes the magnificent Moremi Game Reserve which is known for its incredible array of wildlife. It serves as a gateway to the reserve as it is set just outside the North Gate. of Moremi. Khwai provides an excellent base from which to explore the spectacularly scenic surrounding area. It is to be home to some of Botswana's most beautiful landscapes which feature vast grass plains, a patchwork of lagoons, shallow pans and lush woodland forests. Visitor can look forward to spotting a fantastic variety of wildlife, learning about the San community and enjoying a wide selection of ecotourism activities. Commonly spotted wildlife species include: lion, leopard, elephant, cheetah, hippo, wild dog and buffalo.
Khwai
Khwai
Khwai
Khwai
Khwai
Khwai
+20
  • Mmatsebe Tented Camp

    Day 1 - 5

    MmaTsebe is an owner-run camp set on 25 hectares of private land along the Mbudi River, a tributary of the Khwai. Bordering the Moremi Game Reserve, the camp enjoys a peaceful setting away from central Khwai’s high-season hustle, yet access to iconic wildlife areas, with game drives traversing both Moremi and the Khwai Concession. 20-minutes drive from Khwai Airstrip the camp offers a relaxed, character-rich setting with sweeping views.
    Mmatsebe Tented Camp
    Mmatsebe Tented Camp
    Mmatsebe Tented Camp
    Mmatsebe Tented Camp

Day 1

Day Notes:

Upon arrival in Maun, you will catch a light aircraft flight to the Khwai Conservancy. Once you arrive at the local airstrip, you will be met and transported via road to MmaTsebe Tented Camp, where you will experience your first shared afternoon game drive.

Transfer Time: ~30 minutes

  • Charter Flight from Maun International Airport [MUB] to Khwai Airstrip

  • Transfer from Khwai Airstrip to Mmatsebe Tented Camp

  • Check-in to Mmatsebe Tented Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 4

Day Notes:

Included activities from Mmatsebe Tented Camp are:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Mokoro rides

Boat cruises are seasonal and can be booked at an additional cost. Scenic helicopter flights can also be organised at an additional cost and are highly recommended.

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Zimbabwe

Known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya—“The Smoke That Thunders”—Victoria Falls is one of the world’s great natural landmarks. Straddling the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe, it forms a vast curtain of water that fills the air with mist and sound. The Zimbabwean side grants the most dramatic views, where mist rises like ghostly curtains and rainbows arc through the spray. Measuring about 1,708 metres across, it is regarded as the largest single continuous sheet of falling water on Earth. The adjacent town of Victoria Falls provides a convenient base for exploring the region, with a wide range of activities from scenic flights and microlight trips to white-water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and safaris into Chobe National Park.
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
+5
  • Pioneers Victoria Falls

    Day 5 - 7

    Surrounded by lush gardens and manicured lawns, this 50-room lodge offers plenty of space, comfort, and charm. Each room is tastefully decorated in a classic style and overlooks the gardens, creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    Pioneers Victoria Falls
    +20

Day 5

Day Notes:

After your last shared morning game drive (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Kasane Airport. Once you land, you will be met and transferred to Pioneers in Victoria Falls. Once you arrive there, settle in and then spend your afternoon at leisure.

Transfer Time: ~75 minutes

  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Mmatsebe Tented Camp

  • Transfer from Mmatsebe Tented Camp to Khwai Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Khwai Airstrip to Kasane Airport [BBK]

  • Transfer from Kasane Airport [BBK] to Pioneers Victoria Falls

  • Check-in to Pioneers Victoria Falls

  • Sunset cruise down the Zambezi

Day 6

Day Notes:

You will have a free day to explore Victoria Falls. Your lodge runs complimentary shuttles between the hotel and the Falls and main town. It is US$50pp entrance to see the Falls and you are free to wander around yourselves.

Some of the most popular optional activities are the following (all at additional cost):

  • Helicopter flight 12/13 minutes or 25/30 minutes
  • Sunset cruise
  • Elephant encounter
  • Zipline canopy tour
  • White water rafting

  • Free day to explore the falls

Day 7

  • Check-out from Pioneers Victoria Falls

  • Transfer from Pioneers Victoria Falls to Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Khwai
Botswana
Day 1-2

Khwai

Situated on the banks of the Khwai River near the famous Okavango swamp, the village of Khwai is set in the North-West District of Botswana.
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Zimbabwe
Day 5-6

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya—“The Smoke That Thunders”—Victoria Falls is one of the world’s great natural landmarks.

Accommodations

Mmatsebe Tented Camp
Khwai
Day 1-5

Mmatsebe Tented Camp

MmaTsebe is an owner-run camp set on 25 hectares of private land along the Mbudi River, a tributary of the Khwai.
Pioneers Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Day 5-7

Pioneers Victoria Falls

Surrounded by lush gardens and manicured lawns, this 50-room lodge offers plenty of space, comfort, and charm.

November 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 3,145
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 3,225
  • Per child 6-11 years, sharing with an adult**: US$ 2,095

December 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 2,745
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 2,825
  • Per child 6-11 years, sharing with an adult**: US$ 1,895

 

CAMP CLOSED JANUARY 2026

 

February - March & December 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 3,010
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 3,130
  • Per child 6-11 years, sharing with an adult**: US$ 2,025

April - May & November 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 3,475
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 3,595
  • Per child 6-11 years, sharing with an adult**: US$ 2,260

June - October 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 4,275
  • Single/solo traveller*: US$ 5,120
  • Per child 6-11 years, sharing with an adult**: US$ 2,660

 

*A supplement might apply for solo travellers if no one else is booked on a flight segment

**Families with children 6 - 11 years-old need to book a private vehicle at MmaTsebe for the duration of their stay at US$ 450 per day 

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Allan Reid
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Matt at Indigo Safaris arranged a fantastic trip for us! He was so helpful; willing to investigate every crazy request and answer every question :)

We experienced a wide range of habitats, from delta to desert, and saw the Big 5 plus so much more. A highlight of the trip was something we’d never heard of until Matt suggested it - a night sleeping under the African sky on an open 2-story platform, alongside a waterhole visited by lions, elephants, and other wild creatures throughout the night. The stars were absolutely magical!

All the internal flights arrived like clockwork. We were delighted with the intimate “mid-range” camps we chose with Matt’s advice. Each of them was very comfortable, employed lovely staff, offered good food, and had prompt laundry service. One of the best features of our trip was having close-up encounters with elephants and other animals as they roamed through these small camps.

We followed up our adventure with a stay at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, and it was the perfect touch of luxury after our time in the bush.

We’ve enjoyed previous safaris in Tanzania, Kenya, and the Pantanal Wetlands of Brazil, and we were delighted that Matt and Indigo were able to provide such a totally different experience for us. Would love to work with them again someday!

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