Uganda: Private tour • 8 days
The Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta safari trek is one of the best. The Okavango Delta is one of the world's largest inland waterways. Its sources originate in Angola's western highlands, where various rivers merge to form the Cubango River. It then runs through Namibia (named the Kavango) before entering Botswana, where it is known as the Okavango. Millions of years ago, the Okavango River flowed into Lake Makgadikgadi, a vast interior lake.
Day 8: Sedia Hotel to Maun Airport
Each day below shows where you go, what you experience, and where you can stay—luxury, mid-range, and budget lodge options included.
When you arrive, an Africa Zim Travel & Tours agent will greet you and bring you to your accommodation. You go on an afternoon sunset cruise and spend the rest of the evening at leisure. You can book a number of tours while staying in Victoria Falls (not included in the package).
Accommodation: Shearwater Explorers Village.
After breakfast, you'll take a tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. This nature walk leads you into the gorgeous rainforest, where you can see the Cataracts, Livingstone's statue, and a diverse range of birds and flora. This afternoon, you are free to undertake whatever additional activities you want.
Accommodation: Shearwater Explorers Village.
Game drives are tailored to the guests' preferences, although the most popular focus on this specific game drive is the quest for the endangered Black Rhino. Their population on this reserve is healthy, but they have a large range to travel; therefore, it is unlikely that you will locate them, but there is a good chance you will. The black rhinos spotted here differ from the white rhinos found during rhino walks in Livingstone's Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. The expedition begins from Victoria Falls at 11:30 a.m. and proceeds to Chobe National Park. The park, located 100 kilometers west of Victoria Falls, is home to Africa's highest population of elephants. Kasane Travel Lodge provides accommodation. Following lunch, you will embark on an afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Kwalape Safari Lodge.
Go on an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park. Tea and coffee are available before and during the game drive. After the game drive, you will return around 9:30 to 10 a.m. for a full meal. The early drive is the greatest time to spot big cats like as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Later in the afternoon, you will go on a sunset boat on the Chobe River. The excursion normally begins at 3 p.m. Watching the game from the boat allows you to get up close to the animals, making it one of the best experiences.
Accommodation: Travelodge Gaborone.
Elephant Sands is a wilderness lodge and campsite in northeastern Botswana, 250 kilometres from Chobe or Kasane. Enjoy watching elephants at a natural waterhole directly in front of the lodge. Watch these amazing creatures drink within a few meters away from you for a very unique experience!
Accommodation: Elephant Sands.
Travel by vehicle from Nata to the heart of the Okavango Delta. It is a one-of-a-kind wetland system with rivers, crystal-clear canals, islands, and lagoons that provides a safe sanctuary for numerous bird and mammal species. We spent one night at the Sedia Hotel before heading to the Okavango the next day. We eat lunch at Planet Baobab before returning to the hotel for dinner.
Accommodation: Sedia Hotel.
Soon after breakfast, you will begin your Okavango Delta day trip adventure with mokoro trips and game hikes. It is a one-day tour to the delta with local community guides and includes all meals. Explore the Okavango with a mokoro, a traditional dug-out canoe, a boat, or bush walks on adjacent islands.
Accommodation: Sedia Hotel.
This is the day we shall say our goodbyes to one other. You will pack your baggage, eat breakfast, and await the departure time of the shuttle. Your excursion will conclude with a transfer to the airport.
| What's included |
|---|
| Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off in Entebbe or Kampala |
| Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof, fuel, and professional English-speaking guide |
| Accommodation and meals as indicated in the day-by-day itinerary |
| National park entrance fees and ranger guide fees on included activities |
| Bottled drinking water during road transfers |
| Rhino tracking activity at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where included on the route |
| Scheduled boat safaris and launch trips listed in the itinerary |
| What's not included |
|---|
| International flights to and from Uganda |
| Uganda visa fees and travel insurance |
| Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff |
| Personal expenses (laundry, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, etc.) |
| Optional activities not listed in the itinerary |
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Independent feedback from travellers who explored Uganda with us
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Excellent logistics for a short 5-day safari. Every driver was on time, every lodge matched the description, and the office team answered questions quickly.
Great value for a private safari. Our guide knew the parks intimately and adjusted the route when wildlife sightings were best. Highly recommend for photographers.
As solo travellers we felt safe and well looked after throughout. Permits, park fees, and lodge check-ins were all sorted before we arrived — stress-free from day one.
Outstanding gorilla trekking experience. Guides were knowledgeable, vehicles comfortable, and every lodge exceeded expectations. Would book again without hesitation.
A flawless family safari — patient guides, thoughtful pacing, and help with permits made this the trip of a lifetime. The team genuinely cares about guests.
Your company's planning and execution are excellent, well worth your money and time. Permits, lodges, and transport were handled without stress — we could focus on the wildlife.
