Northern Cruise
13 days—A journey through Botswana’s most iconic wilderness areas, ending at the majestic Victoria Falls.
$6500-10920 USD
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Safari summary
This 13-night safari adventure takes you deep into the heart of northern Botswana, combining the watery wonderland of the Okavango Delta, the predator-rich Moremi Game Reserve, the legendary Savuti, and the elephant paradise of Chobe, before culminating at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Carefully balanced between water, land, and cultural experiences, this itinerary offers an unforgettable immersion into Africa’s wild beauty.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Moderate activity | |
| Best months | March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Walking safari—with armed guard
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Alcoholic beverages
- Laundry
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Xaxaba – Into the Delta
Arrive in Xaxaba, deep in the Okavango Delta. Settle into camp and enjoy your first mokoro excursion, gliding silently through reed-lined channels while spotting kingfishers and hippos.
Mobile Tented Camp
Exploring the Okavango – Game Drive
Morning and afternoon game drives reveal the Delta’s diverse wildlife, from giraffes browsing acacia trees to lions on the hunt. Evening relaxation around the fire completes the day.
Mobile Tented Camp
Culture and Wilderness
Spend time with local guides to learn about traditional ways of life in the Delta. Later, enjoy another mokoro outing or short bush walk to connect with the land at a slower pace.
Mobile Tented Camp
Journey to Moremi
Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve. After settling in, head out on an afternoon game drive across floodplains and forests, with chances to see elephants, buffalo, and predators, wattled cranes, spur-winged geese, and herons.
Mobile Tented Camp
Predators of Moremi
A full day of game drives in Moremi. This reserve is renowned for leopards and lions, often seen resting in the shade or stalking prey across the open plains.
Mobile Tented Camp
Into Savuti – Legendary Landscapes
Travel north to Savuti, part of Chobe National Park. Afternoon drive introduces you to the dramatic Savuti Marsh, home to elephants and large prides of lions.
Mobile Tented Camp
Savuti Safari – Predator Encounters
Morning and afternoon drives focus on predator-prey interactions. Savuti is famous for its lions and hyenas, often seen in action across the marsh.
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Savuti Secrets
Explore more of Savuti’s wilderness. Afternoon game drive rounds off your stay in this legendary region.
Mobile Tented Camp
Arrival at Chobe Riverfront
Transfer to Chobe Riverfront. Afternoon boat cruise offers close encounters with elephants, hippos, and crocodiles, plus African skimmers, kingfishers, and fish eagles.
Lodging
Chobe Game Drive
Morning game drive along the floodplains, where buffalo and antelope roam. Birdlife includes red-billed oxpeckers, open-billed storks, and pied kingfishers hovering over the river.
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Victoria Falls – Smoke That Thunder
Cross into Zimbabwe. Afternoon guided tour of the Falls, with sightings of trumpeter hornbills, white-fronted bee-eaters, and swifts darting through the spray.
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Adventure at the Falls
Enjoy a memorable elephant experience with Wild Horizons, where you’ll meet and learn about these gentle giants in a responsible conservation setting. Birders may spot sunbirds and hornbills around the bushveld.
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Final Day – Reflection and Departur
Final goodbyes and departure
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