9 Days Okavango Delta & Chobe National Park.
This 9-day overland journey begins in Johannesburg, which has several airline connections, and ends at the magnificent Victoria Falls. We link the two with a week spent visiting Botswana’s attractions. We travel to Botswana and the Kalahari Desert, home of the nomadic San hunter-gatherers, after leaving Johannesburg. We next go to Botswana’s crown gem, the Okavango Delta, for a Mokoro ride along the canals and a wildlife safari in Moremi National Park. There’s also a 2-night fly-in upgrade to a premium lodge available here.
Before arriving to the famed Victoria Falls, we will visit Chobe National Park, which is known for its high populations of wild elephants as well as a variety of other big game. Before the trip concludes, we have some time to visit the falls and participate in some of the various activities offered. If you want to fly out of the airport in Johannesburg or have onward travel plans in South Africa, a two-day
transit is possible.
Highlights for 9 Days Okavango Delta & Chobe National Park.
Day 1: Pick-up from Johannesburg to Kalahari Gateway.
Day 2: Kalahari Gateway to Ghanzi
Day 3: Transfer to Okavango Delta
Day 4: Explore Okavango Delta
Day 5: Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve
Day 6: Nata
Day 7: Transfer to Chobe National Park.
Day 8: From Kasane to Victoria Falls
Day 9: Departure.
Detailed Itinerary for 9 Days Okavango Delta & Chobe National Park.
Day 1: Pick-up from Johannesburg to Kalahari Gateway.
We start from Johannesburg and travel through the North-West Province till we arrive at the Botswana border. We then go on a journey along the Trans-Kalahari highway till we arrive at our overnight destination. You will need to add at least one night’s pre-trip lodging to the commencement of the tour because it you will depart Johannesburg early this morning.
Day 2: Kalahari Gateway to Ghanzi
We’ll journey deeper into the Central Kalahari this morning to our camp in the Ghanzi District, where we’ll meet and learn about the intriguing San people. We’ll spend the day with the San guides on a guided tour across the Kalahari Desert, learning about the many survival tactics used there. We’ll study about the many plants and animals that are important in the San way of life. To round off a fantastic day, we’ll spend the evening learning about the nomadic San people’s culture, traditions, music, dances, and stories firsthand.
Day 3: Transfer to Okavango Delta
We say our goodbyes to the San this morning and head to Maun and the Okavango Delta. We’ll have some additional time this afternoon for anyone who want to take a beautiful flight over the Okavango Delta. Following that, your guides will educate you about the requirements for the next Delta trips.
Day 4: Explore Okavango Delta
We begin our day early, traveling by safari vehicle to the polling station, which takes about an hour. We meet the polers who will accompany us into the Delta and lead us through the lovely, reed-lined waterways that lead to lagoons. An optional nature walk with your poler can be performed after reaching one of many islands. Following that, we return to the mooring station by mokoro, where we may see elephants, giraffes, kudu, impala, and zebra, among other animals. Guests who have pre-purchased the 2-night package will be flown into the Delta this morning and will rejoin the group on day 6.
Day 5: Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve
You will be picked up from your hotel at early light for our journey to the Moremi Game Reserve’s South Gate. Sightings of various bird and animal species will become increasingly common as we travel through the Okavango Delta environment of channels and lagoons. The game watching paths may vary depending on the expert guides, especially if there are significant floods, since certain routes may be restricted.
Day 6: Nata
Those that flew into Delta will be reunited with the rest of the group this morning. Our drive will next take us over the Makgadikgadi Pans’ northern length, where we will see stunning specimens of the famous Baobab tree. We also have the option of taking a guided afternoon tour to the Pans and Nata refuge to take in the breathtaking sights and have a memorable sundowner. Maun to Nata is the route.
Day 7: Transfer to Chobe National Park.
This morning, we’ll proceed north to our camp along the Chobe River’s banks. An optional afternoon safari exploring Chobe National Park in 4×4 vehicles is available, allowing us to get as near as possible to the many elephants that congregate around the river in the afternoon. We finish the day with a peaceful boat ride and a dinner cooked over an open fire.
Day 8: From Kasane to Victoria Falls
After a wonderful stay at Chobe National Park, we go across the border and a short distance to Victoria Falls this morning. You will have the chance to schedule some interesting extra activities when you arrive in Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls has a wide range of activities to appeal to both adrenaline enthusiasts and more relaxed visitors. Choose from craft markets or the Victoria Falls Hotel’s delectable High Tea.
Day 9: Departure.
With so many things to choose from in Victoria Falls, today is the ideal day to go on your favorite adventure. There’s more time today to explore the various activities on offer at Victoria Falls, whether it’s rafting the enormous Zambezi River or taking a beautiful flight over the falls below. Your trip will end after breakfast, with additional nights’ lodging available upon request. If you want to take advantage of the cheaper international flights departing from Johannesburg international airport, or if you have additional onward travel plans in South Africa, a two-day transit return to Johannesburg is also possible. Optional activities include a trip to the Victoria Falls, bungee jumping, gorge swinging, and more. End of Tour.