5 Star Botswana Safari

OVERVIEW

This 10-day luxury safari takes you through some of Botswana’s most iconic wildlife destinations, starting with a 3-night stay at the renowned Chobe Game Lodge. After arriving in Kasane, you’ll embark on river safaris and thrilling 4×4 game drives through Chobe National Park, known for its dense elephant population and diverse wildlife. With plenty of opportunities for relaxation and adventure, including sunset cruises and personalized activities, your days at Chobe will be filled with unforgettable experiences. From here, a chartered flight takes you to the Khwai River Lodge in Moremi Game Reserve, where you’ll enjoy private game drives, night safaris, and the serene beauty of the surrounding wilderness.

Next, journey to the heart of the Okavango Delta for a 3-night stay at Eagle Island Lodge. Here, you’ll explore the delta’s unique landscape through guided game drives, mokoro (dugout canoe) trips, and even helicopter rides. Each day offers the flexibility to tailor your activities, ensuring you make the most of your final days on safari. From horseback safaris to sunset river cruises, the Okavango offers a wealth of options for exploration. The adventure concludes with a final morning in the delta before your chartered flight to Maun for your international departure, leaving you with memories of Botswana’s incredible wildlife and natural beauty.

5 Star Botswana Safari

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Detailed Itinerary

Upon arriving at Kasane International Airport, you will be greeted by a Chobe Game Lodge staff member holding a sign with your name. A short transfer takes you to the stunning Chobe Game Lodge, where you’ll check in for a 3-night stay. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at the lodge and unwind by the pool. In the afternoon, embark on your first river safari cruise, where you’ll encounter herds of elephants, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, and even lions along the Chobe River. Drinks will be served on board. Conclude your first day with a delicious dinner at the lodge.

Chobe Game Lodge
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Overnight:Chobe Game Lodge

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge, followed by an exciting 4×4 game drive through Chobe National Park, famous for its diverse wildlife and large elephant herds. After the morning adventure, return to the lodge for lunch and a relaxing afternoon by the pool. The rest of the day is yours to customize—whether you prefer another game drive, a nature walk, or simply unwinding, the concierge desk will assist in booking your chosen activity. End the day with a serene dinner at the lodge, reflecting on your wildlife encounters.
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After breakfast, embark on a mid-morning riverboat safari to observe different wildlife in action, such as crocodiles basking on riverbanks or elephants crossing the water. Return to the lodge for lunch and relax on the viewing decks, spotting more wildlife from the lodge’s walkways. In the late afternoon, enjoy a celebratory sunset cruise, watching the golden hues of the African sunset. As your time in Chobe comes to a close, relish a final dinner at the lodge, savoring the incredible experiences of the past few days.

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Chobe Game Lodge
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Overnight:Chobe Safari Lodge

Enjoy a final breakfast at Chobe Game Lodge before checking out. A transfer takes you to Kasane Airport, where you’ll board a chartered safari flight to Moremi Game Reserve. Upon landing, you’ll be greeted by the safari guides from Khwai River Lodge and transferred to your new home for the next three nights. After lunch, take in the views of this iconic wildlife destination from the lodge’s decks or plunge pool. Later, head out on an afternoon game drive that culminates with sunset drinks in the bush, followed by a short night drive back to the lodge. Dinner will be served under the stars.

Khwai River Lodge
Khwai River Lodge
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Overnight: Khwai River Lodge

Wake up to coffee and refreshments before setting out on a thrilling early morning game drive, exploring the rich wildlife habitats around Khwai River. After the drive, return to the lodge for a delicious brunch and some leisure time to enjoy the camp’s facilities. In the afternoon, embark on another game viewing safari within the private concession, with the option to stay out as late as you wish, taking full advantage of the exclusive area. Enjoy sunset drinks followed by dinner around the campfire, reflecting on a day filled with unforgettable wildlife moments.

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Overnight: Khwai River Lodge

After a leisurely breakfast on the lodge’s decks, take the day to customize your final experiences at Khwai River Lodge. Whether you prefer a spa treatment, a guided walking safari, or simply relaxing by the pool, the day is yours to enjoy. Lunch will be served at the lodge, and the afternoon holds another opportunity for an exhilarating game drive, with sunset drinks to mark the perfect end to your stay. Enjoy a farewell dinner at the camp, savoring the serenity of the African bush one last time before your departure.
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Overnight: Khwai River Lodge

After a final morning game drive and brunch at Khwai River Lodge, you’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your chartered flight to the Okavango Delta. Upon arrival, the safari guides from Eagle Island Lodge will meet you and transfer you to your new lodge. Settle in and enjoy lunch while taking in the breathtaking surroundings of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in this new, exciting environment. The day ends with sunset drinks and dinner at the lodge, marking the beginning of your Okavango adventure.
Eagle Island Lodge
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Overnight: Eagle Island Lodge

Your day starts with an early morning wake-up call and refreshments. Head out on a morning game drive through the diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning beauty and wildlife. After your drive, enjoy brunch in the bush or back at the lodge. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the camp, taking in the views or lounging by the pool. Later, join a river cruise through the channels for a sunset experience. Enjoy dinner back at the lodge, or arrange a special dinner on a floating boat, perfect for an unforgettable evening.
Eagle Island Lodge
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Overnight: Eagle Island Lodge

Start with a delightful breakfast at Eagle Island Lodge before enjoying a fully customized day. Whether you wish to embark on a guided horseback safari, take a helicopter flight for a bird’s-eye view of the delta, or enjoy a serene mokoro (dugout canoe) trip, the day is yours to tailor. Your guide will assist in arranging your preferred activities. After a fulfilling day of adventure, return to the lodge for a final farewell dinner, savoring the magic of the Okavango Delta one last time.
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Overnight: Eagle Island Lodge

After a final breakfast at Eagle Island Lodge, it’s time to pack up and say goodbye to the magnificent Okavango Delta. You’ll be transferred to the airstrip for your chartered flight to Maun International Airport. The safari company will ensure you arrive in plenty of time for your international departure, marking the end of your remarkable journey through Botswana’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

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Travel Information

Destination Location

Lake Manyara National Park covers 330 sq km (127 sq mi), 70% of which is a lake. Along with its western boundaries is the Rift Valley’s western wall. The park is famous for its birdlife – almost 400 different species – and for its elephant population and tree-climbing lions, who have a large variety of tree species to choose from. The short game-viewing circuit through Manyara offers a microcosm of the Tanzanian safari experience.

One of nature’s true wonders and a photographer’s paradise, Ngorongoro is the largest intact crater in the world, covering 265 square kilometers (102 sq mi). The 2,000-foot deep crater is home to an abundance of wild game including elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, lions, leopards, hyenas, serval cats, jackals, pushbacks, elands, waterbucks, wildebeest, many antelope, and a large variety of birds. This is a sight that you will always remember!

Tarangire National Park covers 6,734 sq km (2,600 sq mi) and includes two large plains and a seasonal swamp in the south. This is a beautiful park filled with Baobabs and Acacias with a large variety of game such as zebras, elephants, giraffes, and waterbuck. All the animals enjoy the water coming from the Tarangire River. The animals are best viewed during the dry season, including elephant herds, elands, oryx, lesser kudo, rhino, leopards, lions, and cheetah. The birdlife is varied and plentiful. You can also see the very rare Roam Antelope in this park.

Is This Trip For You?

Zara Tours has been working successfully with visitors in the region since 1986 as a tour operator.

We were established in 1987 as an official Agent of ZaraTours organising Mount Meru, Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing and National wild parks safaris and have guided Safely, Reliably and Professionally many visitors anywhere from the plain of Serengeti to the summit of Kilimanjaro.

Our years of experience and knowledge as qualified climbing guides and safari tours operation in Tanzania, Assures you an experience you can remember a life time. Safety, efficiency and reliability have earned us the reputation for being one of the best-valued and most reliable operators in the region.

With 88 registered Kilimanjaro Guides and a fleet of 4x4 Land rovers, 4x4 mini buses and 4x4 Land cruisers (all equipped with viewing roofs) we are ready to take you on your safari adventure and on top of Kilimanjaro Mountain.

Our English-speaking guides will share the knowledge and stories of the incredible Tanzania Game reserves or joining you on your climb on the many routes to the top of magnificent Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Travel Companions
The maximum group size for this trip is 16. If you are interested in organizing a group with Zara we offer great incentives! Please inquire if you are interested.

Guide(s)

With 88 registered Kilimanjaro Guides and a fleet of 4x4 Land rovers, 4x4 mini buses and 4x4 Land cruisers (all equipped with viewing roofs) we are ready to take you on your safari adventure.  Our English-speaking guides will share the knowledge and stories of the incredible Tanzania Game reserves 

Safari Tips for guide and cook:

$15/day for driver/guide and $10/day for cook (basic camping) for the whole safari group.

Gifts: Guides and porters also appreciate your warm clothing, shoes, and packs. You may want to bring some older clothing items just for this purpose.

Celebration: You are also welcome to invite your guides back to the Springlands Hotel for drinks and/or dinner (on you) as a thank-you in addition to their tip.

Expectations 

Tips should not be dependent on whether you summit or not, but rather whether they were professional and had your best interests in mind.

Transportation

With the exception of airfare, all Zara trips include all transportation costs and arrangements within the destination country. This does not include transfers to and from the aiport to the hotel or the equipment for all activities listed.

Money

The local currency is Tanzanian shillings. U.S. dollars, Euros, and credit cards may be accepted by larger stores and hotels, but the exchange rate is better with shillings. ATM's are only available in larger towns like Moshi and Arusha.  Yahoo Currency Converter

Safari Packing List Notes

  • You can leave extra luggage in a locked storage room at the Springlands Hotel for no charge.
  • You can leave valuables in a safe deposit box at the Springlands Hotel for $1/day.

 

Footwear

  • Sturdy, comfortable shoes, preferrably waterproof. They will get dirty.
  • Tennis shoes or sandals for lounging in the evening
  • Comfortable, breathable socks

 

Clothing

  • Shorts, mid-thigh or longer
  • Lightweight, breathable pants
  • Short-sleeved shirts, cool and breathable
  • Long-sleeved shirt or sweater for evenings
  • Rain racket and pants or rain poncho

 

Baggage

  • Day pack, for you to carry
  • Large duffel bag or backpack

 

Sleeping, for camping safaris

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad and repair kit
  • Tents are supplied by Zara at no charge
  • Foam sleeping pads are provided by Zara at no charge

 

Other

  • Water bottles, and water purification tablets or purifier
  • Bottled water is also available for purchase on safari
  • Sun hat with brim
  • Sunglasses
  • Bandana (for dust, etc.)
  • Money ($400 or more in cash and/or travellers cheques, including some small U.S., Euro, or Tanzanian bills)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Camera, film/disks, mini-tripod
  • Video camera, tapes
  • Maps, guidebooks
  • Batteries
  • Binoculars
  • Notebook, pencil, and pen
  • Pocket knife
  • Electricity adapter
  • Energy bars, hard candy, snacks, and comfort foods
  • Playing cards, games, books, frisbee, football, kite
  • Chocolate or pens for village children, momentos for guides and other travellers
  • Umbrella, particularly useful in the rainy season, can be purchased in the market for around $2
  • Plastic bags and zip-lock bags for waterproofing
  • Sewing kit
  • Salt, pepper, spices for bland food
  • Business cards
  • Alarm clock
  • Calculator (for currency conversion)
  • Swim suit for hotel swimming pool

 

Toiletries

  • Toilet paper (and baggie to carry used paper while walking)
  • Small towel
    Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Handi-wipes (moist towelettes for cleaning)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Lotion
  • Glasses, contacts, solution
  • Comb, mirror

 

Documents

  • Passport
  • Yellow fever certificate
  • Tanzania Visa
  • Medical insurance
  • Address book
  • Vaccination records
  • Airline tickets
  • Cash, travellers cheques, credit cards
  • Maps, guidebooks
  • Make copies of passport, TZ visa, airline tickets/schedule, travellers cheques numbers.
    Leave a copy with someone at home and put a copy in a separate place in your luggage.

 

First Aid

  • Ibuprofin, Aceteminophen, or Aspirin
  • Throat losenges
  • Bandaids
  • Moleskin
  • Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
  • Lip balm with sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Disinfectant, Antiseptic cream
  • Bandages and tape
  • Diahrea medicine
  • Antihistemines
  • Ace bandage
  • Melatonin (1-3mg) or other sleep aid
  • Malaria pills (talk to your doctor)
  • Antibiotics (talk to your doctor)
  • Prescription drugs (talk to your doctor)
  • Diamox (talk to your doctor)

 

Gifts for Guides, Locals

  • Shoes
  • Any warm clothing
  • T-shirts
  • Hats
  • Nerf football, frisbees
  • Candy
  • Pens

 

Packing for your flight to Africa

  • U-shaped neck pillow (blow-up)
  • Books/magazines
  • Toiletries
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Walkman and music
  • Eye shades, ear plugs
  • Melatonin or other sleep aid
  • Critical items (in case baggage is delayed)

Springlands Hotel
Pembo Road
Moshi 
Tanzania, United Republic of

 

We Accept:
Category: Safari
Destination: Tanzania
Theme: Culture and Sightseeing
Skill Level: Intermediate
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Cancellation of a booking or failure to join a tour will result in a retention of funds by ZaraTours  Inc. as follows: Upon receipt of written cancellation by any member of the tour indicated on this reservation 30 days or longer prior to departure, 20% of the reservation of the canceling party will be retained by ZaraTours and the balance of the package price refunded. If a cancellation is received at least 14 days and up to 29 days prior to departure, 50% of the package price will be retained by ZaraTours Inc.

If a cancellation is received less than 14 days prior to departure, 100% of the total package price will be retained by ZaraTours Inc. and all outstanding payment will become payable immediately. Should the canceling party be able to find a replacement for themselves no less than 14 days prior to departure and the replacement completes this booking form individually, no retention of funds will take place.

However, should no replacement be found by 14 days prior to departure, a 100% cancellation penalty will apply to the canceling party. ZaraTours  Inc. and its agents reserve the right to terminate, at their discretion and with immediate effect, the participation of any person on the tour.

Payment:

  • A 20% deposit is due at time of reservation.
  • Final payment is due 60 days prior to arrival.
  • We accept Visa, AMEX, and Mastercard.
  • You can also wire transfer your money directly to our bank.
  • Please review our Cancellation Policy.

Price Increases:

  • Price increases are permitted when an itinerary is changed at the request of customer(s)
  • Prices will remain quoted unless otherwise add-ons and or other changes are requested and availed by customer(s) and such requests are provided by Zara Tours Inc.


Forms and Other Documents Required by all Passengers:

  • VISA (as detailed below)
  • All passengers must sign the waiver form and return to us.
  • Your passport must be valid for six months. 
  • Entry to another country may be refused even if the required information and or travel documents are complete

VISA:

  • Visas can be obtained upon arrival at Dar es Salaam International Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport, Zanzibar International Airport and the border posts of Namanga, Tunduma, Taveta and Holili.
  • All Canadian Citizen who hold Canadian Passports are required to pay US$50.00 for the purpose of obtaining an ordinary VISA.
  • All United States Passport holders are required to pay US$100.00 for the purpose of obtaining an ordinary VISA.
  • All Passport holders with EU Citizenship are required to pay US$50.00 or €50.00 for the purpose of obtaining an ordinary VISA.
  • For additional information on obtaining a VISA to Tanzania please go to https://reveccs.com/resources/


Living Standards:

  • Living Standards and practices at the destination and the standards and conditions with respect to the provision of utilities, services and accommodation may differ from those found universally.


Insurance:

  • In order to obtain travel Insurance coverage for medical expenses, trip cancellation, trip interruption, baggage loss and or other travel insurance related matters, kindly follow the link to reach World Nomads, who provide such insurance coverage services 
       

Cancellation Policy:

  • Zara Tours Cancellation policy applies to the package offered, upon payment of deposit and confirmation of reservation.

Cancellation of booking or failure to join a tour will result in retention of funds by Zara Tours as described below:

  • Upon receipt of written cancellation by any member of the tour indicated on this reservation 30 days or longer prior to departure, 20% of the reservation of the cancelling party will be retained by Zara Tours and the balance of the package price refunded.
  • If a cancellation is received at least 14 days and up to 29 days prior to departure, 50% of the package price will be retained by Zara Tours.
  • If a cancellation is received less than 14 days prior to departure, 100% of the total package price will be retained by Zara Tours and all outstanding payment will become payable immediately.
  • Should the cancelling party be able to find a replacement for themselves no less than 14 days prior to departure and the replacement completes this booking form individually, no retention of funds will take place.  However, should no replacement be found by 14 days prior to departure, a 100% cancellation penalty will apply to the cancelling party.
  • Zara Tours and its agents reserve the right to terminate, at the discretion and with immediate effect, the participation of any person on the tour.



Refund Processing Fee:

  • While processing a refund, a 3% credit card fee is charged to the client's Visa, AMEX, or MasterCard.
  • When a refund is processed using a Bank Wire payment, bank charges apply.



Disclaimer of Liability:

Kindly check the details of your trip.  Please contact us directly for any questions you may have at zara@zaratours.com or at 1-866-550-4447.

Thank you for choosing Zara Tours and you are most welcome again to adventure with us!

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