14-Day Botswana & South Africa Safari: Delta, Chobe & Kruger
Experience the wonders of Southern Africa on this unforgettable Botswana & South Africa Safari. From the sweeping Kalahari Desert and the lush Okavango Delta to the wildlife-rich Kruger National Park and thundering Victoria Falls, this overland lodge safari is the ultimate African adventure.
Safari Highlights
- Okavango Delta safari with mokoro ride and nature walk
- 4×4 game drive in Moremi Game Reserve
- Scenic views of Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
- Chobe River sunset cruise in Chobe National Park
- Visit to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
- Big 5 Kruger National Park Safari and Panorama Route tour
Detailed Itinerary: Botswana & South Africa Safari
Day 1: Johannesburg to Palapye – Botswana
Depart Johannesburg and journey through South Africa’s North-West Province into Botswana. Overnight in a comfortable lodge in Palapye, gateway to the Kalahari Desert.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Palapye to Maun – Botswana
Travel through Botswana’s countryside and past the Orapa Diamond Mine to Maun. Catch your first glimpse of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans along the way. Optional scenic flight over the Okavango Delta available in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 3: Okavango Delta & Khwai River – Botswana
Head into the Okavango Delta and Khwai River Conservation Area in open 4×4 vehicles. Enjoy a tranquil mokoro canoe trip and guided bush walk with local guides. Overnight in a rustic mobile tented camp.
Included: Mokoro Trip
Optional: Scenic Delta Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Moremi Game Reserve – Botswana
Spend a full day on safari in Moremi Game Reserve, a prime wildlife area in the Okavango Delta. Spot the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife during the 4×4 game drive.
Included: Full-Day Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Khwai to Maun & Makgadikgadi – Botswana
Return to Maun and travel east toward the surreal Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Take in the arid beauty of this ancient lakebed before overnighting near Nata.
Included: Salt Pans Visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Nata to Kasane & Chobe National Park – Botswana
Travel to Kasane, gateway to Chobe National Park. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River, perfect for wildlife and bird watching.
Included: Chobe River Boat Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Kasane to Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Cross into Zimbabwe to visit the mighty Victoria Falls. Take time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site or book optional adventure activities.
Optional: Zambezi Cruise, Victoria Falls Visit, Adventure Activities
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Enjoy a free day in Victoria Falls. Try adrenaline-filled excursions like bungee jumping or white-water rafting, or relax and soak in the local culture.
Optional: Bungee Jump, Helicopter Flight, Boma Dinner, White-Water Rafting
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Victoria Falls to Francistown – Botswana
Re-enter Botswana and head south to the historic town of Francistown, staying on the outskirts in a cozy lodge.
Meals: None
Day 10: Francistown to Johannesburg – South Africa
Travel south across the border to Johannesburg, completing the overland section of your Botswana & South Africa Safari.
Meals: None
Day 11: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park – South Africa
Begin the Kruger leg of your safari. Travel via Mpumalanga to a private game concession in Kruger National Park. Switch to a small group tour and enjoy your lodge accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 12: Kruger National Park Safari – South Africa
Spend the day exploring Kruger National Park in open 4×4 vehicles. Spot Africa’s Big Five and a wide array of other animals and birdlife.
Included: Full-Day 4×4 Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 13: Panorama Route – South Africa
Discover the Panorama Route, including highlights like God’s Window, Three Rondavels, and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Return to your lodge for a final safari evening.
Included: Panorama Route Tour
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 14: Kruger to Johannesburg – South Africa
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Kruger before returning to Johannesburg, where your Botswana & South Africa Safari ends.
Included: Morning Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Travel Notes
We recommend arriving in Johannesburg at least one day before your Botswana & South Africa Safari begins, and booking post-safari accommodation for onward travel. This tour is also available as a camping safari with the same itinerary. Speak to your safari consultant for details.
Starting Point: Johannesburg, South Africa
Optional Join: Maun, Botswana (Day 2)