8-Day Okavango, Moremi, Makgadikgadi & Victoria Falls Safari — Maun to Victoria Falls Route

Day 1: Arrival & Welcome

Maun, Botswana on November 4, 2025

2:00pm

Arrival transfer to Sitatunga Camp

Meet-and-greet transfer from Maun airport to Sitatunga Camp for check-in and orientation; ideal to settle in and meet your guide. Check-in times commonly from 14:00, so this slot is typical for arrivals.
BWP0, 0h45m

4:00pm

Afternoon walk or short game viewing

A short orientation walk or vehicle game-viewing around the camp to spot birds and nearby wildlife — great first taste of the Delta landscape. Activities typically run until dusk; confirm with camp staff.
BWP0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Welcome dinner at camp

Traditional welcome dinner with the camp chef; a chance to hear the plan for the next days and enjoy local flavours. Most camps serve dinner around 19:00–20:00.
BWP0, 1h30m

Day 2: Moremi Game

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana on November 5, 2025

6:00am

Early morning departure to Moremi

Depart at dawn for the Moremi Game Reserve — early starts catch predators and active wildlife. Gates and game drive windows favour dawn and dusk viewing; confirm gate times with your operator.
USD0, 1h0m

6:30am

Morning game drive (Moremi)

Guided open-vehicle game drive in prime Moremi habitat to look for elephant, lion, buffalo, and abundant birdlife; drives run at first light and typically last until mid-morning.
USD0, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at overnight camp or picnic

Relax and eat at your Moremi overnight camp or a pre-packed picnic — a good chance to recharge in the shade between drives. Camp kitchens usually serve lunch between 12:00–14:00.
USD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Afternoon/evening game drive

Late-afternoon game drive into different Moremi habitats to catch animals at dusk when predators often become active — expect to return after dark with spotlights.
USD0, 3h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at camp

Hearty dinner back at camp, often around a campfire; useful time to review wildlife sightings and tomorrow's plan.
USD0, 1h0m

Day 3: Mokoro & Return

Maun / Okavango Delta, Botswana on November 6, 2025

6:30am

Early mokoro excursion

Traditional dugout canoe (mokoro) trip through Delta channels — a quiet, intimate way to see birds, hippos and marsh-edge wildlife. Mokoro schedules are seasonal and typically run early morning and mid-morning; please check availability.
USD40, 2h30m

10:30am

Return to Maun & brunch

Transfer back to Maun and enjoy a hearty brunch at your lodge or local café — a chance to shower and rest. Many cafes open from 07:00–16:00; allow time for transfers.
USD0, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch — Coffee Buzz or local café

Lunch at a recommended Maun café (Coffee Buzz or similar) offering light meals and good coffee; cafés typically operate 07:00–16:00.
USD10, 1h0m

3:00pm

Optional town visit or rest

Time for a walk in Maun to visit craft shops or relax at the lodge; useful buffer before the drive to the pans the following day.
USD0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at lodge/camp

Dinner at your Maun lodge with briefing for the Makgadikgadi transfer; most lodges serve dinner around 19:00–20:00.
USD0, 1h0m

Day 4: Makgadikgadi Pans

Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana on November 7, 2025

7:00am

Drive to Makgadikgadi Pans

Depart after breakfast for the Makgadikgadi Pans area; the crossing offers wide-open landscapes and a dramatic change from the Delta. Road travel times vary; allow the morning for transit and short stops.
USD0, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at pan camp

Lunch on arrival at your pans camp, with time to acclimatise and prepare for afternoon activities; camps generally serve lunch from midday.
USD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Sunset on the pans

Sundowner on the pans to watch expansive skies and sunset colours — a signature Makgadikgadi experience. Best done late afternoon until after dusk.
USD0, 2h0m

6:00pm

Overnight pans dinner & stargazing

Dinner under the stars with possible guided night sky talk — the pans are superb for stargazing because of minimal light pollution.
USD0, 1h30m

9:00am

Optional scenic flight over the Okavango (book in morning)

Optional scenic aerial flight over the Okavango Delta typically departs in the morning (09:00–11:00) for best visibility — pre-book and check weather, as flights depend on conditions.
USD300, 0h45m

Day 5: Elephant Sands

Elephant Sands, Botswana on November 8, 2025

9:00am

Drive to Elephant Sands

Short transfer to Elephant Sands lodge/area where wild elephants often visit the waterhole — excellent for relaxed wildlife viewing from the deck.
USD0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Elephant Sands

Lunch at the camp restaurant, usually with views over the waterhole where elephants and other wildlife congregate; the lodge serves meals around midday.
USD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Optional nature walk

Guided nature walk near the lodge to learn about local ecology and smaller fauna; typically offered in the cooler hours late afternoon and dependant on guide availability.
USD30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at lodge

Dinner at Elephant Sands with the chance to watch elephants at the waterhole by floodlit viewing area — a memorable close-up experience.
USD0, 1h0m

Day 6: Chobe Cruise

Chobe National Park / Thebe River Safaris, Botswana on November 9, 2025

7:00am

Transfer to Chobe / Kasane area

Drive north to the Chobe National Park region and check in at Thebe River Safaris — travel time depends on pickup point but morning departure is typical.
USD0, 3h0m

9:30am

Optional morning Chobe game drive

Optional early-morning game drive in Chobe to see large concentrations of elephants and buffalo; morning drives generally start at dawn (approx 05:30–09:00) so check with the lodge for exact windows.
USD75, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Thebe River Safaris

Lunch at the lodge with waterside views; a relaxed midday break before the afternoon cruise. Lodge restaurants usually open for lunch from 12:00.
USD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Sunset wildlife cruise on the Chobe River

Sunset boat cruise to see elephants, hippos and a host of birdlife along the riverbanks — cruises commonly run mid-afternoon to sunset (approx 16:00–18:30).
USD45, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at lodge

Evening dinner with wildlife stories from the day; confirm any later departure arrangements for tomorrow to Victoria Falls.
USD0, 1h0m

Day 7: Victoria Falls Tour

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe on November 10, 2025

8:00am

Transfer to Shearwater Explorers Village (Victoria Falls)

Cross into Zimbabwe (border formalities apply) and check in at Shearwater Explorers Village near Victoria Falls. Border crossing times can vary; bring passport and visas if required.
USD0, 2h30m

9:30am

Guided Victoria Falls tour

Guided walking tour of the Victoria Falls rainforest to see the main viewpoints, learn geology and history — the Falls area is open typically 06:00–18:00; guided tours commonly run in the morning and early afternoon.
USD30, 2h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Shearwater restaurant or Falls town

Lunch at the village restaurant or one of the cafés in Victoria Falls town — many spots welcome visitors from 11:00–15:00 with varied menus.
USD15, 1h0m

3:00pm

Optional activities (half-day)

Choose from optional activities such as a helicopter scenic flight 'Flight of Angels' (book ahead), canoeing, or a wildlife visit — operating hours and availability vary, so confirm timing and booking with Shearwater.
USD200, 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at the village

Dinner at Shearwater Explorers Village venue or a recommended local restaurant in town; enjoy an early night or local music depending on schedules.
USD0, 1h30m

Day 8: Departure Day

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe on November 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and check-out

Breakfast at Shearwater Explorers Village and final packing; check-out times are commonly around 10:00, but confirm with the property.
USD0, 1h0m

9:30am

Optional short morning activity

Optional short activity such as a quick visit to the craft markets, short birding walk, or short boat ride on the Zambezi (depending on departure time and bookings). Many attractions open from 08:00–09:00.
USD20, 1h30m

12:00pm

Transfer to airport / tour ends

Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport or onward travel arrangements; this concludes the itinerary — allow plenty of time for border formalities and airport check-in.
USD0, 0h45m
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