Ultimate Botswana & Zambia

Day 3 - Livingstone/Chobe National Park

The morning is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer and afterwards you will be transferred by road to Chobe Chilwero.

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is a 5-star luxurious riverside retreat in the heart of the bush on the edge of Chobe National Park, home to the world's largest remaining population of elephants. Sitting above the Chobe River, the lodge offers unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and floodplains as far across as Namibia.

Chobe Chilwero Room

This is an incredibly luxurious lodge with just 15 guest cottages, as well as the only full spa on the Botswana safari circuit. Relax in the split-level swimming pool, unwind with a pampering session in the spa or enjoy the gourmet food that the lodge has become known for.

Each of the cottages has two showers, one inside and one outside. The en-suite bathroom also has a large free-standing bath. After a day of game viewing, what better way to relax than in your own private garden with a cocktail? Or you can have your gourmet dinner served under the African sky.

Game Viewing in Chobe National Park

During your stay at Chobe Chilwero you will enjoy a 30 minute Soul of Africa Conditioning Massage at Chobe Chilwero Spa, go on a game drive in the Chobe National Park, and enjoy a sundowner cruise on the Chobe River.

Accommodation: Chobe Chilwero – Suite (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Chobe National Park

Elephants feature largely on any activity at Chobe Chilwero, as the largest population left in Africa occupies this northern corner between Botswana, Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe. Game drives in open-sided 4x4 vehicles bring these grey giants into easy reach as they drink and play at the water's edge in their boisterous herds.

Leopard

The best way to end a day of safari, is sipping on a cocktail while watching an African sunset over the still waters of the Chobe River from the comfort of a riverboat.

Sundowner Cruise

Sundowner cruises are also a great way of seeing buffalo up close as they come out of the shade to graze in the cooler evenings. Elephants are normally seen in abundance during sunset too, as they wade in the river. Chobe is renowned for its abundance of dramatic sable and roan antelopes with their impressive horns.

Accommodation: Chobe Chilwero – Suite (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Chobe/Kasane/Okavango Delta

Look forward to your next safari experience as you are transferred to Kasane. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred by light charter aircraft to the airstrip at your camp. On arrival at Sanctuary Stanley’s private Airstrip you will be met and transferred to the camp.

Stanley's Camp Lounge

Please Note: Luggage restriction on the Botswana light aircraft transfer flights is 20kg/44lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.

Set in an amphitheater of ebony and sausage trees on the southern tip of Chief’s Island in the world renowned Okavango Delta, Stanley’s Camp sits amidst 260,000 acres/105,218 hectares of untamed African bush. A small luxury camp of only eight ensuite classic style safari tents overlooking the Okavango Delta floodplains, the tents exude classic Africa; hand crafted beds dressed with the finest linen, individually selected antique furniture and oriental carpets that give a delightful glimpse of colonial Africa.

The main building is raised on decking and offers expansive views over the surrounding floodplains.

During your stay at Stanley’s Camp you will enjoy a private dinner.

Accommodation: Stanley’s Camp – Tented Suite (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Okavango Delta

Bordering the southern section of the famous Moremi Game Reserve this private concession is home to a wide variety of big game including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog.

Mokoro ride

Activities offered by the lodge include game drives, walks, mokoro excursions (the traditional dug-out canoe). There is also a swimming pool for taking refreshing dips between game activities.

Early morning and later afternoon game-drives are conducted in open vehicles, which offer unencumbered views for photography.

Lion

Game viewing in the area is extremely good with excellent numbers of predators and plains-game. The area has one of the largest Buffalo populations in the Okavango Delta, which, in the dry season, can be in excess of 2000 head.

Accommodation: Stanley’s Camp – Tented Suite (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Okavango Delta

Today you will take a light aircraft transfer from Stanley’s Camp to Chief’s Camp. Personal service, an extraordinary setting, exceptional viewing and enthusiastic expert guides are the hallmarks at Sanctuary Chief’s Camp to ensure the ultimate luxury safari experience.

Chief's Camp

Spacious and breezy, the 10 stylish bush pavilions are some of the region’s largest places to spend the night.

The bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and folding glass doors leading to outdoor showers and generous tubs are perfect for long, indulgent soaks. In the mood to dine alone together? Relax on your covered deck and look out for elephants, giraffes, buffalo and other wildlife as you enjoy the Camp’s excellent cuisine and wines.

Another day to experience up close encounters with the Okavango Delta’s abundant wildlife. One of the best ways to see the wildlife is in one of the locally made dugout canoes, known as a mokoro. Float around the waterways and lagoons that make up the delta, looking out for hippos and crocodiles in the water, but also getting a remarkable view of the plains game from a new and exciting angle.

End the day sitting around the fire discussing your day’s wildlife sightings.

Accommodation: Chief's Camp – Bush Pavilion (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Okavango Delta

Wake up early in the morning as your tent attendant brings fresh coffee, tea or hot chocolate to your room. Before departing for your morning game viewing activity enjoy a scrumptious full English and continental breakfast.

Upon your return to camp an early buffet lunch is served under the trees out on the deck of the main area. Then it’s time to relax at the pool. Keep a look out for roaming wildlife as you enjoy the stunning view.

Chief's Camp Breakfast

Afternoon tea is definitely a highlight for most, the selection of cakes, warm scones and quiche to name a few is something most find hard to resist. Indulge and enjoy with a delicious cup of coffee or a refreshing ice tea before setting off for your afternoon game viewing activity.

The expert guides are always on hand to share their wealth of wildlife knowledge as you explore the Delta in modified open 4 x 4 vehicles on morning and afternoon game drives. The game viewing opportunities at Sanctuary Chief's Camp are awe-inspiring. On the plains one may find the roaming lions that prey on the thousands of antelope, zebra and buffalo who live here all year round. There are also healthy populations of wild dog. These extremely rare predators have been hunted to the point of extinction in most areas of Africa and this is one of their last strongholds. There are several local lion prides and leopards, genet cats and hyena are in abundance.

Accommodation: Chief’s Camp – Bush Pavilion (B, L, D)

Day 9 - Okavango Delta/Maun

Make the most of your last morning as you take in all the sights and sounds on your final game activity of this trip. Later you will be transferred to the camp’s airstrip for your flight to Maun. (B)