26 Oct 2026
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£6,156pp
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Escorted tour
Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari with Flights: Chobe to Matobo – 14 Days
Chobe, Victoria Falls, a private Hwange concession and the granite Matobo Hills, in four- and five-star lodges with flights included.
14 days
From £5,861 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 14-day escorted safari combines Botswana's Chobe River, Victoria Falls and two of Zimbabwe's finest wildlife areas, staying in hand-picked four- and five-star lodges. Return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester are included, flying into Victoria Falls and home from Bulawayo, with a local tour representative throughout and expert guides on every excursion. You travel by air-conditioned coach, with open 4×4 vehicles for six game drives. Eleven nights are spent in lodges and hotels and two on overnight flights, with 11 breakfasts, five lunches and eight dinners, plus sundowners on selected activities.
The safari begins with three nights at Chobe Safari Lodge on the Chobe River in Botswana, with a morning and an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park, home to vast elephant herds, and a sunset river cruise. Three nights at Victoria Falls follow, staying at the Palm River Hotel, with a guided visit to the falls, an evening cruise on the Zambezi and an interactive tour of the 1904 Victoria Falls Bridge, plus free time for optional activities such as a helicopter flight or high tea on Livingstone Island. The town is also known for its craft markets and cafés.
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In Zimbabwe, three nights at Sable Valley Lodge in a private concession on the edge of Hwange National Park bring morning and afternoon game drives, underground hides at waterholes for eye-level views of elephants, a visit to a local village, the Painted Dog Conservation Centre and a game drive inside Hwange itself. Sundowners overlook the plains as the light fades.
The final two nights are at Amalinda Lodge, built into the granite boulders of the Matobo Hills. An anti-poaching talk, a guided bush walk with sundowners, a game drive in Matobo National Park, a refuge for rhinos, and a visit to San Bushman caves with ancient rock art complete the safari, before a transfer to Bulawayo for the flight home.
The physical rating is medium, with early starts and a bush walk. This safari suits travellers who want an in-depth, comfortable trip through several parks with all flights and logistics arranged. Your tour representative handles border crossings and transfers throughout.
Trip highlights
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Game drives and a sunset cruise in Chobe (Days 3–4)
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Victoria Falls and an evening cruise on the Zambezi (Day 6)
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Underground hides at a private Hwange concession (Days 8–10)
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The Painted Dog Conservation Centre (Day 10)
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A bush walk and rhino country in the Matobo Hills (Days 11–12)
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San Bushman rock art in the Matobo caves (Day 12)
Your route
7 stops from Victoria Falls to Bulawayo
- Victoria Falls Day 2
- Chobe Safari Lodge Days 1–4
- Victoria Falls Days 5–7
- Hwange (Sable Valley) Days 8–10
- Painted Dog Conservation Day 10
- Matobo NP (Amalinda) Days 11–12
- Bulawayo Day 13
Why choose this tour
Four of southern Africa's great wildlife areas in one trip, with flights from London or Manchester. Hand-picked four- and five-star lodges, including one built into granite boulders.
Best suited to
- Travellers wanting a comprehensive safari
- Couples looking for comfort and variety
- Photographers, thanks to the underground hides
- Return visitors to Africa
Day-by-day itinerary
14 days from London, United Kingdom to London, United Kingdom
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Day 1 · London Fly to Zimbabwe
An overnight flight to Victoria Falls.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
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Day 2 · Victoria Falls, Chobe To Chobe
Meet your tour representative and cross into Botswana to Chobe Safari Lodge.
- Hotel
- Chobe Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 3 · Chobe National Park, Chobe River Chobe game drive and cruise
A morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset cruise on the river.
- Hotel
- Chobe Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 · Chobe National Park Afternoon game drive
An optional morning activity, then an afternoon game drive in Chobe.
- Hotel
- Chobe Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 · Victoria Falls To Victoria Falls
Drive to Victoria Falls, with an optional helicopter flight and evening show.
- Hotel
- Palm River Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Victoria Falls, Zambezi River Victoria Falls and the Zambezi
A guided visit to the falls, then an evening cruise on the Zambezi.
- Hotel
- Palm River Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Victoria Falls Bridge Victoria Falls Bridge
Tour the historic bridge, with the afternoon free for optional activities.
- Hotel
- Palm River Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 8 · Hwange, Sable Valley To Hwange
Drive to a private concession near Hwange for an afternoon game drive.
- Hotel
- Sable Valley Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9 · Sable Valley Sable Valley game drives
Morning and afternoon game drives, with sundowners and time in the underground hides.
- Hotel
- Sable Valley Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Painted Dog Conservation Centre, Hwange National Park Painted dogs and Hwange
Visit a local village and the Painted Dog Conservation Centre, then an afternoon game drive in Hwange National Park.
- Hotel
- Sable Valley Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Matobo Hills To the Matobo Hills
An anti-poaching talk, then drive to the Matobo Hills for a guided bush walk and sundowners.
- Hotel
- Amalinda Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 · Matobo National Park Matobo National Park
A morning game drive in rhino country and an afternoon visit to San Bushman caves.
- Hotel
- Amalinda Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 13 · Bulawayo Fly home
Transfer to Bulawayo for the overnight flight to the UK.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 14 · London Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK in the morning.
Where you stay
- Chobe (3 nights) Chobe Safari Lodge
- Victoria Falls (3 nights) Palm River Hotel
- Hwange (3 nights) Sable Valley Lodge
- Matobo Hills (2 nights) Amalinda Lodge
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester, into Victoria Falls and home from Bulawayo
- Accommodation 11 nights in four- and five-star lodges and hotels
- Meals 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 8 dinners, plus sundowners on selected activities
- Six game drives in Chobe, the Hwange private concession, Hwange National Park and Matobo
- Chobe River sunset cruise and an evening Zambezi cruise
- Victoria Falls guided visit and Victoria Falls Bridge tour
- Painted Dog Conservation Centre, a village visit, an anti-poaching talk and the San caves
- Air-conditioned coach transfers and a local tour representative
Not included
- Zimbabwe visa
- Meals not listed
- Optional activities at Victoria Falls
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want to stay in one place — you change lodges four times
- You want the Okavango Delta — it is not included
- You want all meals included — boards vary
- You want a budget safari — the lodges are high-end
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Departures & prices
From £5,861 per person, including flights. 18 upcoming departures.
02 Nov 2026
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£6,028pp
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25 Jan 2027
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£5,937pp
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22 Mar 2027
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£5,861pp
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03 May 2027
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£6,165pp
Flights from London Heathrow
12 Jul 2027
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£6,551pp
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27 Sep 2027
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£6,165pp
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25 Oct 2027
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£6,165pp
Flights from London Heathrow
01 Nov 2027
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£5,985pp
Flights from London Heathrow
24 Jan 2028
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£6,057pp
Flights from London Heathrow
20 Mar 2028
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£6,218pp
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17 Apr 2028
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£6,456pp
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01 May 2028
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£6,475pp
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05 Jun 2028
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£6,456pp
Flights from London Heathrow
10 Jul 2028
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£7,077pp
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25 Sep 2028
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£6,513pp
Flights from London Heathrow
02 Oct 2028
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£6,503pp
Flights from London Heathrow
23 Oct 2028
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£6,503pp
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester, flying into Victoria Falls and home from Bulawayo.
What are the underground hides?
Sunken hides beside waterholes at Sable Valley, giving eye-level views of elephants and other animals as they drink.
How many game drives are included?
Six, across Chobe, the Sable Valley concession, Hwange National Park and Matobo, plus two river cruises and a bush walk.
Do I need visas?
UK visitors need a visa for Zimbabwe, available on arrival or as a KAZA univisa. Botswana is visa-free for UK visitors.
What are the lodges like?
Hand-picked four- and five-star properties, including Amalinda Lodge, built into the granite of the Matobo Hills.
Is malaria a risk?
Chobe, Victoria Falls and Hwange are in malaria areas. Seek medical advice before you travel.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary