Beautiful Botswana Luxury Safari and Victoria Falls

Following a morning arrival into Maun, Botswana (accommodation possible for afternoon arrivals if needed).

You will be met and helped to join your scenic light aircraft for the flight from Maun into the heart of the Okavango Delta.

Here you will stay in the private Khwai Community area on the edge of the Moremi Game Reserve for an authentic bush experience and sustainable community-focused safari.

Khwai Leadwood Camp

Set within the Okavango Delta’s community-run Khwai Concession, this beautiful camp is tucked under the trees on the edge of the Khwai River. This river is all that separates the iconic Moremi Game Reserve and the concession, with hippos, elephants and even lions crossing over from time to time. Watching these animals manoeuvre through the water is an exceptional experience for even the most travelled safari veterans.

The elegantly designed camp hosts six standard tents and one family unit, keeping in line with the intimate and exclusive wilderness experience. The new camp effortlessly bridges the gap between luxury accommodation and feeling like you’re in the great African outdoors. Woven baskets and beaded décor, along with modern elements, create an authentic contemporary African style.

During the day, guests can enjoy game drives, walking safaris and mokoro safaris (water levels permitting) on the search for Africa’s big attractions including lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, elephant, buffalo, hippo and giraffe.

An additional virtue of this private concession area is that guests can head off on night drives and get an up-close and personal experience with some of Africa’s nocturnal and more elusive animals.

Khwai’s biggest drawcard is undoubtedly the plentiful and extraordinary wildlife – you’ll never be bored here! Adventure and relaxation are on offer as guests live out their ultimate safari experience – from setting off on a morning walking safari to enjoying a gin and tonic overlooking the Khwai River.

Why Stay at Khwai?

1. All year round destination
2. Huge concentrations of game year-round
3. Unique and varied combination of activities – day and night game drives, walking safaris, mokoro excursions, cultural village tour, scenic helicopter flight, kids club and bird watching.
4. Kids club and kids of old ages welcome at Khwai Leadwood Camp
5. Nearby luxury Khwai Lediba Camp is suitable for adults and older children only.

Transfer by light air into the Linyanti to stay at Linyanti Bush Camp.

Linyanti Bush Camp, is an intimate luxury tented camp situated on the banks of the Linyanti Marsh.

In a game rich area in a private concession bordering the iconic Chobe National Park, Linyanti Bush Camp is the perfect place to explore the African wilderness.

As the only water source in the dry months, the Linyanti Marsh is one of the most sought-after destinations in Northern Botswana, boasting a great diversity of game year-round and a peaceful atmosphere.

Linyanti Bush Camp has just six spacious luxury tents, offering a personalized safari experience on a private concession away from crowded tourist routes.

All of the secluded luxury tents incorporate en suite bathrooms and private decking where you can sit and gaze out over the seasonal marshland.

The elevated communal area offers a cosy lounge, library bar and dining area. The plunge pool provides a beautiful place to enjoy the unique Linyanti landscape.

Activities at Linyanti Bush Camp

A wide range of activities are on offer, including day and night game drives, walking safaris, seasonal mokoros and a 30-minute scenic helicopter flight between April and November, allowing guests to experience this pristine area from the air.

The area offers spectacular birding all year round and is best known for its large herds of elephants that move toward the Linyanti River at the start of the winter months and only move back inland once the main rains arrive. Lion, Buffalo, Sable, Roan, Leopard and Wild Dog are frequent visitors to Linyanti as is the elusive Sitatunga Antelope, Red Lechwe, Hippo and Crocodile.

The Chobe Enclaveof Linyanti is on the quiet western side of Chobe, far from the crowded eastern area. The whole area simply teems with wildlife due to the Linyanti Wetlands – a significant area that is one of the primary sources of water during the drier months. Look forward to exceptional and diverse wildlife encounters year-round.

In the fast-paced, man-made world we live in, this is a truly authentic and honest travel experience where you will relax and connect with the wilderness and wildlife around you.

Why Linyanti Bush Camp?

1. Located in a private concession on the border of Chobe National Park
2. Huge herds of elephant and buffalo in peak dry season
3. Birding from October to April is spectacular and usually visitors can see European and North African migrants while resident species are in colourful breeding plummage
4. Helicopter Scenic Flight experience
5. Older children and Adults
6. For those with younger children nearby Linyanti Ebony is also lovely and accepts kids of all ages with a kids club offering fun activities to keep the little ones busy and help the adults to relax.

After an easy transfer by air and road you will arrive at this haven of serenity on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. The perfect end to your safari adventure.

Beautifully designed Thorntree River Lodge graces the banks of Zambia’s glorious Zambezi River in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. Find perfect respite after a day of activities by relaxing in the infinity pool that seamlessly blends into the river horizon.

Thorntree River Lodge celebrates the spirit of community. After a refreshing sundowner drink while watching an exquisite African sunset, spend your evening sharing stories of your safari around the fire from within the comfort of the sunken boma before enjoying our African inspired fine-dining experience.

Just twenty minutes upstream from Victoria Falls and accessed via the international airports of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia Thorntree River Lodge is the perfectly positioned lodge from which to enjoy the cascading spectacle, of the Victoria Falls nearby. Children of all ages are most welcome and the celebrated kids’ club, will ensure hours of fun for your kids of all ages along with relaxation time for the adults.

Thorntree River Lodge blends a tranquil riverside setting with an eco-conscious approach, and offers a tranquil base from which to explore a plethora of awe-inspiring activities, all within easy access.

Showcasing incredible river panoramas from its unique vantage, the shared areas are fluid hubs of relaxation; the lounge flows seamlessly into the dining area, and the library hosts WIFI connectivity.

The communal deck is set on the edge of the stunning riverside and is home to a sunken boma area and an infinity pool. There is also a gym and spa which promote a sense of holistic well being at Thorntree River Lodge.

Activities at Thorntree River Lodge

Included in your stay are daily excursions to the Zambian side (and Zimbabwean side – in the dry season) of The Victoria Falls, private river cruises, cultural visits, fishing expeditions, canoeing, rhino tracking and game drives.

You can also book optional external activities such as guided rainforest walks, bungee jumping and helicopter flips over ‘The Smoke that Thunders’.

Transfer to the airport for your flight out.

Or perhaps extend your stay to visit one nearby Hwange National Park, or the South Luangwa.