18-Day Kruger, Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari – Lodge Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable Kruger, Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari, exploring the top wilderness regions of Southern Africa. This small group and overland safari starts and ends in Johannesburg, taking you through iconic destinations such as Kruger National Park, the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, and Hwange National Park. Discover breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures, and abundant wildlife while staying in comfortable lodges and luxury safari camps.
Highlights of the Kruger, Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari:
- Full-day game drives in Kruger National Park
- Scenic journey along the Panorama Route
- Traditional mokoro boat rides in the Okavango Delta
- Safari in Moremi Game Reserve
- Explore the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
- Wildlife cruise on the Chobe River
- Witness the mighty Victoria Falls
- Game viewing in Hwange and Matobo National Parks
- Tour of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Responsible Travel Note:
We strongly discourage activities involving direct wildlife interaction such as lion walks or elephant rides, as these practices are harmful to wild animals. Our tours focus on ethical and sustainable wildlife experiences that respect animal welfare.
Kruger, Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Johannesburg to Greater Kruger National Park – South Africa
Depart from Johannesburg and journey east through the Highveld and into the Lowveld to reach the Kruger National Park region. Stay in a comfortable lodge near the park gates. Prepare for thrilling game drives over the next two days.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park
Enjoy a full-day safari in open 4×4 vehicles, seeking out the Big Five and more than 500 bird species in Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife reserves.
Included: Full-Day 4×4 Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Panorama Route – South Africa
Take a scenic drive along the Panorama Route, stopping at highlights like God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels overlooking Blyde River Canyon.
Included: Panorama Route Tour
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Kruger to Johannesburg
Enjoy a final morning drive through Kruger before returning to Johannesburg for an overnight stay in a city hotel.
Included: Morning Kruger Drive
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Johannesburg to Palapye – Botswana
Travel through the North-West Province and cross into Botswana. Stay overnight in the town of Palapye on the edge of the Kalahari Desert.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Palapye to Maun
Continue along the Trans-Kalahari Highway, passing the Makgadikgadi region and Orapa Diamond Mine. Overnight in Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta.
Optional: Scenic Okavango Delta Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Maun to Khwai (Okavango Delta)
Transfer into 4×4 vehicles and head into the Delta’s floodplains. Enjoy a tranquil mokoro excursion and overnight in a rustic fly camp in Khwai.
Included: Mokoro Excursion
Optional: Scenic Flight, Poler Tips
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Safari in Moremi Game Reserve
Spend a full day on safari in Moremi Game Reserve, one of Botswana’s top wildlife destinations, home to the Big Five and rare species such as the African wild dog.
Included: Full-Day Moremi Safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Khwai to Nata (Makgadikgadi Pans)
Return through the Okavango and head toward the vast salt pans of Makgadikgadi. Overnight near the edge of the pans.
Included: Salt Pan Visit
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Nata to Kasane & Chobe National Park
Arrive in Kasane and enjoy a spectacular boat cruise on the Chobe River, famous for its massive elephant herds and stunning sunsets.
Included: Chobe River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Days 11-12: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Cross into Zimbabwe and explore the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Optional adventure activities include white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and scenic flights over the falls.
Optional: Helicopter Flight, Bungee Jump, Rafting
Meals: Breakfast x2