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Botswana Adventure Itinerary: Journey from South Africa

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Day 1: Arrival in Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

10:00AM

Arrival & Breakfast

Arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport and enjoy a hearty breakfast at News Cafe.
Airport transfer or shuttle service to the café.
ZAR 200, 1 hour

11:30AM

Exploring Johannesburg

Take a guided tour of the Apartheid Museum to understand South Africa’s history.
Recommended taxi or Uber from the café to the museum.
ZAR 300, 2 hours

2:00PM

Lunch

Stop by The Living Room for lunch with a rooftop view.
Short taxi ride to the restaurant.
ZAR 150, 1 hour

3:30PM

Depart for Gaborone

Begin your journey to Gaborone, Botswana.
Drive to Gaborone via the N1 highway.
N/A, 4 hours

7:30PM

Dinner

Dinner at The Tswana Restaurant to taste traditional Botswana cuisine.
Local drive to the restaurant.
BWP 180, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Explore Gaborone

Gaborone, Botswana

8:00AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a local breakfast at The Capital Grill.
Short taxi ride to the restaurant.
BWP 100, 1 hour

9:30AM

National Museum

Visit the National Museum and Art Gallery to appreciate local art and culture.
Drive to the museum center.
BWP 50, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Lunch at Café Mokolwane to relish Botswana's finest dishes.
Walking distance from the museum.
BWP 120, 1 hour

1:30PM

Gaborone Game Reserve

Take an afternoon tour of Gaborone Game Reserve to view diverse wildlife.
Drive to the reserve.
BWP 200, 2.5 hours

4:00PM

Relax at the Hotel

Spend the late afternoon relaxing at your hotel.
Return to the hotel.
N/A, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at Dros, known for its variety of local and international dishes.
Short drive or taxi.
BWP 180, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Travel to Maun

Maun, Botswana

8:00AM

Breakfast

Start your day with breakfast at your hotel.
N/A
Included with hotel stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Depart for Maun

Drive to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta.
Travel along the A3 road.
N/A, 6 hours

3:00PM

Lunch

Have lunch at The Old Bridge Restaurant.
Near the entrance of Maun.
BWP 150, 1 hour

4:30PM

Okavango Delta Intro

Familiarize yourself with the Okavango Delta through an informative session at the lodge.
Drive to your lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at your lodge featuring a local buffet.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Okavango Delta Adventure

Okavango Delta, Botswana

6:00AM

Breakfast

Early breakfast at your lodge before the excursion.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

7:00AM

Morning Mokoro Ride

Experience an early morning mokoro ride through the Delta's waterways.
Venture out from your lodge.
BWP 300, 3 hours

10:30AM

Nature Walk

Enjoy a guided nature walk to explore the flora and fauna.
Return to the lodge and set out in groups.
BWP 200, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch

Lunch at your lodge after a morning full of adventures.
Return to lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

2:00PM

Afternoon Game Drive

Head out on an exhilarating afternoon game drive in search of wildlife.
Leave from the lodge.
BWP 400, 3 hours

6:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at your lodge will conclude your exciting day.
Back to lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park, Botswana

7:00AM

Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge, ready for the next leg of your adventure.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

8:00AM

Travel to Chobe National Park

Travel to the amazing Chobe National Park for incredible animal sightings.
Drive to Chobe.
N/A, 4 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Stop at Chobe Safari Lodge for lunch and recharge.
At Chobe Safari Lodge.
BWP 200, 1 hour

1:30PM

Afternoon Boat Cruise

Take a refreshing boat cruise on the Chobe River to see wildlife from the water.
Depart from the lodge.
BWP 400, 3 hours

5:30PM

Evening Game Drive

Embark on an evening game drive to see the sunset over the savannah.
Return to the lodge for sunset viewing.
BWP 250, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner

Dinner back at the lodge to share stories from the day.
Back to the lodge.
BWP 200, 1.5 hours
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Day 6: Kasane Sightseeing

Kasane, Botswana

8:00AM

Breakfast

Breakfast at the lodge before exploring Kasane.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Kasane Market

Visit the local market in Kasane to experience the vibrant culture.
Drive to Kasane Town.
BWP 50, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Shopping and Souvenirs

Spend some time shopping for local crafts and souvenirs in Kasane.
At the market area.
Variable, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at The Old Bridge Restaurant again.
Short drive from market.
BWP 150, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit Chobe National Park

Head back for a guided tour of Chobe National Park to explore more wildlife.
Travel back to the park.
BWP 250, 3 hours

6:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at the lodge reflecting on your experiences.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Victoria Falls Day Trip

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

6:00AM

Breakfast

Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

7:00AM

Travel to Victoria Falls

Travel to visit the stunning Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders.
Drive to the border and across to Zimbabwe.
BWP 100, 2 hours

9:30AM

Explore Victoria Falls

Take in the breathtaking views of Victoria Falls on foot.
Drive to the entrance of the falls.
USD 30, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Lunch at The Lookout Café with a view of the gorge.
Short walk from the falls entrance.
USD 25, 1 hour

1:30PM

Optional Activities

Choose an optional activity such as bungee jumping or helicopter rides.
Near the falls entrance.
Variable, 2 hours

4:00PM

Return to Kasane

Drive back to Kasane after a thrilling day.
Return via the same route.
N/A, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner

Dinner at a local restaurant in Kasane.
At a restaurant in Kasane.
BWP 200, 1.5 hours
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Day 8: Wildlife Safari in Chobe

Chobe National Park, Botswana

5:30AM

Early Breakfast

Grab a quick breakfast at the lodge before heading out.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 30 minutes

6:00AM

Morning Safari

Early morning safari to see wildlife in their most active hours.
Depart from the lodge.
BWP 300, 3 hours

9:00AM

Return to Lodge

Return to the lodge to freshen up.
Back to the lodge.
N/A, 1 hour

10:00AM

Leisure Time

Leisure time at the lodge to relax.
At the lodge.
N/A, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Lunch at the lodge.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit to Local Community

Get insights into the local culture with a visit to the nearby community.
Arranged through the lodge.
BWP 150, 3 hours

5:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at the lodge, sharing experiences with other adventurers.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1.5 hours
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Day 9: Return to Johannesburg

Gaborone, Botswana

7:00AM

Breakfast

Breakfast at your lodge before departure.
At the lodge.
Included in lodging fee, 1 hour

8:00AM

Travel Back to Gaborone

Start your journey back to Gaborone.
Drive back to Gaborone.
N/A, 4 hours

12:00PM

Lunch

Lunch at The Tswana Restaurant in Gaborone.
At the restaurant.
BWP 180, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Gaborone

Visit the Three Dikgosi Monument to see a symbol of Botswana's identity.
Short drive to the monument.
BWP 50, 1 hour

3:00PM

Afternoon Shopping

Take a stroll around Game City Mall for local shopping.
Short drive to the mall.
Variable, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at Bull & Bush, a well-known local pub.
Local drive to pub.
BWP 200, 1.5 hours
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Day 10: Departure from Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

8:00AM

Breakfast

Breakfast at your hotel before your flight.
At the hotel.
Included with hotel stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Travel to the Airport

Travel back to Johannesburg for your flight home.
Drive to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
N/A, 1 hour

11:00AM

Departure

Check in for your flight and bid farewell to Botswana’s incredible landscapes.
Airport check-in.
N/A, N/A
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Botswana & Victoria Falls: Okavango Delta → Moremi → Makgadikgadi → Chobe → Victoria Falls (4–11 Nov 2025)
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