Luxury Botswana & Victoria Falls

Duration 10 days
Price guide
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Xigera Safari Lodge – Botswana
During this incredible in-depth tour of Botswana, you will discover its many extraordinary habitats, landscapes and wildlife. From the exclusive Okavango Delta reserve to the predator capital of Africa, the Mombo Concession, Botswana has so much to offer.

Trip Highlights

  • Meander around the waters of the Okavango Delta
  • Spend your nights star gazing beside crackling firepits
  • Join experienced private wildlife guides for morning and evening game drives
  • Spot a wild array of local birdlife in the treetops and beside the rivers
  • Take a luxurious sunset cruise along the Zambezi River
  • Enjoy a private tour of the majestic Victoria Falls

Bespoke trips with Jacada

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

  • Luxury accommodation throughout
  • Privately guided tours
  • Private transfers
  • Meticulously selected experiences
  • Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
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  • Days 1–3 Livingstone and Victoria Falls
  • Days 3–5 Linyanti
  • Days 5–7 Mombo Concession
  • Days 7–10 Okavango Delta
Luxury Botswana & Victoria Falls
Price guide
  PP
  • Days 1–3 Livingstone and Victoria Falls
  • Days 3–5 Linyanti
  • Days 5–7 Mombo Concession
  • Days 7–10 Okavango Delta

Itinerary in detail

Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

Days 1–3

Welcome to Livingstone

The magnificent Victoria Falls rank as one of the most spectacular sites in Africa. As the mighty Zambezi River crashes over sheer cliffs onto the rocks below it sprays a cloud of water high into the air. While you’re here you’ll get to enjoy a variety of activities in this area, as well as the falls themselves, of course.

Victoria Falls from the air in the afternoon

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Falls tour

Sunset cruise

A viewing point at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Private half day tour of Victoria Falls

No visit to Victoria Falls would be complete without a tour of the falls themselves, otherwise known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning the smoke that thunders. A knowledgeable guide will take you on an unforgettable experience through the Victoria Falls rainforest, as you discover more about the geology, wildlife and history of Africa’s most famous landmark.

Sunset cruise up the Zambezi River

This evening, climb aboard your spacious cruiser for a sunset sail up the Zambezi River. You’ll be served canapés and refreshments as you take in the golden glow of the river and the wildlife who come down to drink at its banks.

Days 3–5

Exclusive Linyanti

You’ll take a light aircraft flight from Livingstone to Linyanti. Sitting north of the Okavango, the Linyanti is home to some of Botswana’s most exclusive lodges and camp. Due to the fact that the reserve is private, there are no limitations to the activities on offer as in the National Park, so it is possible to do game drives at day and at night, as well as walking safaris, boating, fishing and sleepouts in the reserve’s various hides. Allow your experienced guides to introduce you to the magic of Botswana’s wildlife as you head out on drives in the early morning and later in the afternoon. The wildlife here is plentiful almost from the moment you arrive at the airstrip, even the drive to camp can feel like a game drive, so keep your eyes peeled. Look out for big cat predators, game, giraffes and elephants. Keen birders will also be delighted with the diversity they’ll be able to add to their list over the next week.

Days 5–7

Magnificent Mombo

A light aircraft flight will take you from Linyanti to the the Mombo Concession in the Okavango. Keep an eye out the window for a preview of the beautiful terrain and wildlife that await your landing. This concession has been dubbed the ‘predator capital’ of Africa, so you’re bound to encounter lions and leopards while out on your game drives. You may even spot cheetahs. Early morning coffee at the Wilderness Mombo fire pit, with its views over the grasslands are the perfect way to begin your day before heading out to see if you can find the results of any overnight predator action. Boma night is a wonderfully immersive experience that welcomes you into the family at Mombo and invites you to join in the singing and dancing, before indulging in a feast of delicious local dishes.

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On foot

Song and dance

Embarking on an evening walking safari in the Okavango Delta, Botswana

Evening walking safari

Head out on foot on a walking safari with your experienced wildlife guide. It’s the perfect opportunity to look closer at your surroundings and discover creatures you might otherwise miss. As the sun sets, you’ll also have the chance to spot some of the more timid residents of this part of the Okavango.

Boma night experience

After a day out exploring the concession, join your fellow guests in the boma for an exhilarating evening of song, dance and delicious food. The team at Mombo set aside their duties for a while to invite you to experience a taste of their culture with some of the songs they grew up singing. Join in with the dancing if you’re comfortable and enjoy a refreshing drink before settling down at a long table to enjoy a family-style meal of local dishes.

Days 7–10

Into the Okavango

Another light aircraft flight will take you from Mombo to your next camp in the Okavango Delta. Experience the beauty of the Okavango Delta and the magnificent wildlife that lives here. This is a unique opportunity for both water-based safaris by mokoro and boat and land-based big game drives taking place in the mornings and evenings. Your expert guide will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding the environment and wildlife as you are privately driven across the Delta. Depending on which lodge you choose to stay at there will be a number of different activities that you can choose from to immerse yourself in this incredibly diverse, natural environment.

Mokoro and elephant in Okavango Delta

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On the water

As the sun sets

Mokoro or boat safari

As the waters rise and the delta sends its tendrils across the grasslands, a great way to explore is by boat or mokoro. Slip quietly along the waterways watching the shallow and banks for wildlife and birds. Your guides will tell you what to look out for as you slip quietly past grazing game, the warning calls of birds alerting them to any impending danger.

Enjoy sundowners and stargazing

As the sun sinks below the horizon, blanketing the exquisite Okavango in shades of yellow, orange and gold, your guide will find the perfect place to stop and enjoy refreshing sundowners with nothing but the sounds of the bush and the odd hippo for company. Or, wind down after a day at camp with drinks and gorgeous views before dinner, and then turn your eye skywards to an expanse of stars unlike any you’ve experienced before.

“Botswana & victoria falls‌”

As usual Jacada did really well in organising our holiday. All the camps and wildlife was good and very comfortable. All the guides were very knowledgeable.

Published 19th July 2022 on Trustpilot
Anita Patel

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