An epic Southern Africa safari circuit linking Kruger, Hwange, Chobe and the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls.
16 Days from
$
Adventure touring
66kg of CO2-e PP per day
(988kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
Botswana and Zimbabwe Explorer is a far-reaching Southern Africa safari through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana, linking iconic wildlife parks including Kruger, Hwange and Chobe National Parks, the Okavango Delta and the ancient stone city of Great Zimbabwe in one rewarding circuit.
Starting and returning to Johannesburg, the journey explores Kruger National Park in search of the Big Five before crossing into Zimbabwe to visit the UNESCO-listed Great Zimbabwe and the granite landscapes of Matobo Hills, where rhino and ancient San rock art can be found. In Hwange National Park, vast elephant herds roam open grasslands, followed by time at Victoria Falls, one of the world’s great natural wonders. Entering Botswana, the safari continues with a Chobe River cruise, the stark beauty of the Makgadikgadi Pans, and a mokoro journey into the waterways of the Okavango Delta.
Combining camping, simple lodges and hotels, the journey offers an authentic Southern Africa safari at exceptional value.
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48 scheduled departures between 10 Oct 2026 and 18 Dec 2027.
Fantastic Group / incredible experiences
Amazing journey and value for money. The guides, the transport and of course the animals were outstanding. Don’t leave it for your bucket list go now.
Great trip and we were well advised by World Expeditions. The local staff in Southern Africa were terrific,all the accommodation was great. When unexpected floods affected the end of the trip the staff in Africa and the World expeditions staff were very helpful.
This was a wonderful trip. Our guides, Maxwell and Tanaka were fabulous and definitely helped to make the trip as good as it was
A fine trip, luxurious and adventurous both at once. Marcus and Chandli did an excellent job. Highly recommended.
Fantastic trip from start to finish. The early starts and long drives led to great experiences in all of the places we visited. Would do it again in a heartbeat
Sunways were a great organisation to travel with, both driver and guide were from South Africa and did an amazing job. Always happy to help with requests thanks Steve and Shandler.
Accommodation excellent, food great- felt well catered for as a vegetarian.
Good knowledge of culture and animals/ birds.
This was my 3rd adventure with World Expeditions and my 2nd to South Africa. The variety of each and every tour is a major factor in my decision making and this tour did not disappoint. Each day was something different and we were so lucky to have such wonderful guides as Jojo and Bryan. Their knowledge and those of the local guides were tremendous. Each yummy meal was prepared and delivered by our guides - something we looked forward to each day. We managed to see a wide variety of animals and birds and they were described to us in a very professional way. I loved visiting the historical sites and learning about the lives of the local people. Your Responsible Travel policies and practices are to be applauded. Well done WE. Even the local guides who we had for 1/2 or full day trips were of a high standard. Everything ran so smoothly. I can't wait to visit again!
This was my third ‘overlanding’ expedition in Southern Africa and it did not disappoint. The scenery, wildlife and cultures in Zimbabwe and Botswana were spectacular. Particular highlights were having the fabulous ruins at Great Zimbabwe all to ourselves to explore with our brilliant local guide at leisure; tracking rhino on foot in Matobo NP with an anti-poaching patrol and venturing into the watery Okavango wonderland to free camp in the wild. Unforgettable experiences - thank you World Expeditions!
This trip is run by one of our local partners, on a departure shared with travellers from other companies.
What's the benefit to you? More departure dates, and dates that reach their minimum numbers sooner, because bookings from several companies go into one group. Your guides live and work in the region.
Who is in your group? Expect a mix of travellers and nationalities, not only people who booked with World Expeditions.
What will we tell you when you book? We advise the name of the local partner at the time of booking, along with any terms of their own, such as an additional deposit. These apply alongside our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Travelling alone? On some partner-operated trips your own room is required. The room options on this page show which applies to this trip.
PheZulu Guest Lodge offers twin rooms with ensuite facilities, along with a swimming pool, restaurant and bar, providing a comfortable base for exploring Victoria Falls.
Sustainability matters here. PheZulu is 100% Zimbabwean owned. Rainwater is collected in tanks, grey water is reused in the gardens, food is sourced locally where possible and waste is recycled. The lodge also supports Children in the Wilderness and Greenline Africa, and is part of Green Tourism.
Set on the banks of the Chobe River, Thebe River Safaris offers twin tented rooms with ensuite facilities, plus a swimming pool, bar and restaurant. Wi-Fi is available in the main area only.
Its local and environmental initiatives are a real feature of the stay. The property is Motswana owned and operated, grows its own vegetables and sources other products locally. Waste is recycled, LED lighting is used throughout to reduce energy use, and guests are encouraged to conserve water.
Nata Lodge offers twin-share luxury tents with ensuite facilities in the Nata area. Facilities include a swimming pool, bar and restaurant, providing a comfortable base for visiting the Makgadikgadi Pans and Nata Sanctuary.
Miombo Safari Lodge offers twin chalets with ensuite facilities in the game management area bordering Hwange National Park. Facilities include a swimming pool and central boma area, providing a comfortable base for exploring Hwange National Park.
Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.
If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.
It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.
You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.
If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.
Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.
Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.
Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.
Africa's wildlife is wild and unfenced. On many wildlife safaris you may meet them on foot, or from a vehicle. Walking in big-game country carries some risk, and the safeguards are not the same in every country.
Rules on firearms, guide qualifications, group size and how close you may approach an animal are set country by country, park by park. Many incorrectly assume that every wildlife safari in Africa travels with an armed ranger. Several countries prohibit firearms outright. Where an armed escort is required, it is supplied by the park authority.
What is consistent is how these trips operate. You walk in a small group with a professional local guide who knows the country and the animals in it. We do not include captive or hands-on wildlife encounters in any itinerary.
There are good reasons to plan your African adventure holiday in January and February, also known as the ''Green season".
Your safari vehicle can make or break the experience - ours are purpose-built for comfort, safety and unbeatable wildlife viewing.
Two World Expeditions travellers came back from Botswana with a set of incredible photos - take a visual journey through Botswana with us!
Carbon Footprint
So what does 100 kg of carbon look like? Here is a rough guide to help put it into perspective:
Discover how we're working to cut carbon emissions from our adventures by exploring the Climate Action page within our Responsible Travel hub.
Please note trip footprints do not include flights to and from the tour.
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