15 Day Budget Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari
Embark on a thrilling Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari that explores some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This budget-friendly lodge safari spans 15 days, combining mokoro excursions, guided game drives, bush walks, and unforgettable sunsets over the wilderness. Experience the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Makgadikgadi Pans, Chobe National Park, Hwange National Park, and the magnificent Victoria Falls.
Quick Safari Itinerary
Explore the pristine Okavango Delta by mokoro and guided bush walk, spot wildlife in Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai, marvel at the vast Makgadikgadi salt pans, and enjoy river cruises and game drives in Chobe. Then head into Zimbabwe to discover the wild beauty of Hwange National Park before ending your Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari at the majestic Victoria Falls.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Maun, Botswana
Arrive in Maun, where your safari begins. Meet your guide and group at a comfortable lodge on the Thamalakane River. Enjoy optional activities or relax before the safari briefing.
Meals: Dinner | Accommodation: Safari lodge with en-suite rooms
Day 2–3: Okavango Delta – Mokoro Safaris & Bush Walks
Travel to Etsha 13 near the Okavango Delta. Glide through tranquil waterways by mokoro and explore the delta islands on foot, spotting elephants, waterbuck, and diverse birdlife. Optional helicopter scenic flights available.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2) | Travel: 320 km | Accommodation: Safari lodge near the Delta
Day 4–5: Greater Moremi Game Reserve – Game Drives & Night Safari
Head into a private concession near Moremi for immersive wildlife viewing. Enjoy morning, afternoon, and night drives in search of Big Five species and nocturnal wildlife. Stay in a solar-powered tented camp under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2) | Travel: 398 km | Accommodation: Tented safari camp
Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Khwai
Explore the diverse Khwai region, home to lions, leopards, elephants, and rich birdlife. Return to your tented camp in Greater Moremi in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Travel: 150 km | Accommodation: Tented safari camp
Day 7: Makgadikgadi Pans – From Delta to Salt Pans
Journey from the wetlands of the Okavango to the arid Makgadikgadi Pans. Discover ancient salt flats, towering baobabs, and open plains. Stay in a safari lodge in Nata.
Meals: Breakfast | Travel: 406 km | Accommodation: Safari lodge in Nata
Day 8: Nata Bird Sanctuary & Chobe National Park
Visit the Nata Bird Sanctuary to witness seasonal flamingos and antelope before heading to Kasane near Chobe. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Travel: 320 km | Accommodation: Safari lodge in Chobe
Day 9: Chobe National Park – Game Drive & Boat Safari
Enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe, famous for its elephant population, followed by an unforgettable sunset cruise along the Chobe River for close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and elephants.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner | Accommodation: Safari lodge in Chobe
Day 10–12: Hwange National Park – Zimbabwe’s Premier Safari Destination
Cross into Zimbabwe and continue your adventure in Hwange National Park. Spend three days on game drives through diverse habitats teeming with elephants, predators, and rare bird species. Optional sunset drive available.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x3) | Travel: 193 km | Accommodation: Safari lodge near Hwange
Day 13: Hwange to Victoria Falls – Natural Wonder & Adventure Activities
Travel to Victoria Falls, known as the Adventure Capital of Africa. Relax at a Zambezi riverside lodge or choose from adrenaline activities like bungee jumping, white water rafting, or a helicopter flight over the falls.
Meals: Breakfast | Travel: 110 km | Accommodation: Safari lodge in Victoria Falls
Day 14–15: Victoria Falls – Explore & Depart
Enjoy two nights in Victoria Falls to fully experience this natural wonder. Take optional tours or simply relax before your Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari concludes on day 15 with your onward travel.
Meals: Breakfast
Why Choose This Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari
- Explore the Okavango Delta by mokoro and foot
- Game drives in Moremi, Chobe, Khwai & Hwange
- Stay in authentic lodges and tented safari camps
- Visit Victoria Falls and enjoy optional adventure activities
- Experience a well-paced, guided safari in small groups
Join this 15-day Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari for a budget-friendly African safari filled with iconic wildlife, spectacular landscapes, and unforgettable experiences.