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4-Day Mid-Range Safari in Zimbabwe & Botswana: Victoria Falls and Chobe

Take a sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River, then spend a full day in Chobe with a river cruise and game drive.

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Duration
4 days
4 stops
Stays
2 stays
Guide price
From US$1,155
per person
Best for
Mid-range tour
Shared tour

The journey

Journey overview

The fabulous Batonka Guest Lodge offers a great alternative to larger hotels. The polite staff is well-trained, friendly, helpful, and welcoming, ensuring a rewarding stay. Nestled between lush gardens in a restful suburb of Victoria Falls, the Lodge exudes a serene aura and provides guests with the privilege of being within walking distance of the main attractions, including Victoria Falls, only 2.1 km away.

  • Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks & boat trip
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: minivan International flights can be arranged A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Mid-range tour
  • Shared tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for single travelers
  • Minimum age of 6 years

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Arrival & Dinner River Cruise

You are whisked from the airport to Batonka Guest Lodge, where you are greeted with warm hospitality and expedited check-in. After settling in, you'll go on a picturesque sunset dinner cruise along the majestic Zambezi River. Each guest receives a refreshing towel and a chilled flute of sparkling wine as they soak in the stunning river views. The evening culminates with a delightful gourmet meal onboard, accompanied by the serene sounds of the river. After an enchanting experience, you are smoothly transported back to the lodge to unwind and reflect on your day.
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
02Day 2

Day 2

Tour of Victoria Falls

You'll start the day with an excellent breakfast and are advised to dress comfortably, bringing along a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and something warm if it is winter. A guided morning nature walk through the rainforest to the Falls follows, where knowledgeable guides assist with photographs and share information on the history, fauna, and flora of the Falls. Lunch is enjoyed at the renowned "Lookout Cafe, " perched high over the Zambezi. In the afternoon, you can choose from various optional activities such as the Gorge Swing, Flying Fox, Vic Falls Canopy, and more. Dinner can be enjoyed at any hotel or the restaurant at Batonka Lodge.
  • Mid-range lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included
03Day 3

Day 3

Chobe National Park Full-Day Trip

After a good breakfast, you'll be picked up for a distinguished full-day Chobe day trip. The day's activities, including lunch, a boat cruise, and a game drive, are all included. You are transferred to the Kazungula Border to meet your Botswana guide for a spectacular morning cruise along the Chobe River for game viewing. Lunch is served at a hotel on the riverbank, followed by an exciting game drive in safari vehicles in Chobe National Park. Satisfied and content, you'll be transferred back to Kazungula to join your Zimbabwean guide for the return to the lodge, where you can attend the restaurant for dinner.
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included
04Day 4

Day 4

Morning Leisure & Departure

On the last day, you can indulge in optional activities around Victoria Falls, such as a helicopter scenic flight over the Falls, a half-day cycling tour over the bridge, a unique three-hour safari game drive through Zambezi National Park, a Birdwatching Cruise on the Zambezi River with breakfast, or shopping for artifacts and gifts. After enjoying your chosen activities, you'll return to the lodge to check out and are then transferred to the airport.
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

Batonka Guest Lodge Days 1 to 2 · 2 nights

Batonka Guest Lodge

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Mid-range lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

2 nights Room confirmed with quote
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Batonka Guest Lodge Day 3 · 1 night

Batonka Guest Lodge

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Mid-range lodge 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

1 night Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Roundtrip airport transfer
  8. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  9. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

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From

US$1,155

per person

Guide price

US$1,155 per person

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Journey details

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Mid-range tour

Shared tour

Journey pace

2 stays

3 nights across 4 days.

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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