Victoria Falls to the Okavango Delta

Days 1-2: Touch down in Johannesburg and enjoy a smooth arrival with airside assistance, ensuring you're through the airport with ease. Spend your first night in Africa at a well-appointed airport hotel — the ideal place to rest and reset after a long international journey. Enjoy a quiet evening, perhaps with a good meal and a glass of South African wine, as you prepare for the adventure ahead. 1 night at InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, breakfast included

Days 2-5: Fly north to the mighty Victoria Falls — one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. You'll spend three nights at The Wallow Lodge, a tranquil retreat set within a private wildlife concession just minutes from the falls. Here, your days blend adventure and relaxation: take a guided walking tour of the falls to feel the mist on your face and hear the thunder of the Zambezi River up close. Enjoy a serene sunset cruise, drifting along the river as hippos yawn and birds call from the trees. Visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust for an inspiring look at local conservation efforts, and head out on optional game drives in nearby Zambezi National Park, where elephants, giraffes, and more roam freely. 3 nights at The Wallow Lodge, all meals included

Days 5-7: Cross into Botswana and journey to Muchenje Safari Lodge, tucked away on Chobe's quieter western edge. Overlooking the floodplains of the Chobe River, this intimate lodge offers a front-row seat to some of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife viewing. Chobe is famous for its enormous elephant population, but you'll also encounter buffalo, lion, sable antelope, and a rich variety of birdlife. Game drives offer thrilling encounters, while boat safaris reveal an entirely different perspective — with crocodiles sunbathing on the banks and elephants wading through the water. Between activities, relax with a sundowner on the deck and watch the light shift over the plains. You can also opt for a guided village visit or a walking safari to explore the land on foot. 2 nights at Muchenje Safari Lodge, all meals included

Days 7-10: End your safari in one of Africa’s most remote and soul-stirring wilderness areas — the Okavango Delta. Accessible only by light aircraft, Okavango Explorers Camp is a classic tented camp set in a pristine private concession within the UNESCO-listed Delta. Spend your days on early morning and late afternoon game drives, led by expert guides who track leopard, wild dog, elephant, and countless other species. When water levels allow, glide silently through the reeds on a mokoro (dugout canoe), or enjoy the serenity of a seasonal catch-and-release fishing session. Guided bush walks offer a more tactile experience of the Delta’s intricate ecosystem, from the spoor of passing wildlife to medicinal plants used for generations. After three nights of immersive safari experiences, fly back to Johannesburg to connect with your international journey home — carrying with you the stories, sightings, and stillness of Botswana’s wild north. 3 nights at Okavango Explorers Camp, all meals included