Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (2 nts), lodge/chalet (4 nts), basic camping (1 nt).

• Meals
  7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

• G for Good Moment

  Enjoy a lunch at the Lusumpuko Women's Club in Victoria Falls.

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group upon arrival.

• San/Bushmen Walk

  Experience a walk with the San/Bushmen to learn about their culture and survival skills.

• Traditional Dinner

  Participate in a traditional dinner experience.

• Okavango Delta Overnight Bush Camping Excursion

  Experience an overnight bush camping excursion in the Okavango Delta.

• Transport

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

• Wildlife Walks and Mokoro Excursions

  Enjoy wildlife walks and traditional mokoro excursions in the Okavango Delta.

• Traditional Dance Performance

  Watch a traditional dance performance in the Okavango Delta.

What's Not Included

• Tipping and Gratuities

  Tipping and gratuities are not included in the tour price.

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities such as a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River and a helicopter flight over Victoria Falls are not included.

• Visa Requirements

  Visa requirements and fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and additional meals are not included.

Transport

Air-conditioned touring vehicle, walking, mokoro, safari vehicle.

Accommodation

Experience a blend of comfort and adventure with 2 nights in hotels, 4 nights in lodge/chalets, and 1 night of basic camping, offering a unique stay amidst the stunning landscapes of Botswana and Victoria Falls.

Meals Included

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Group Size

Max 18, avg 14.

Solo Travellers

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Meals

Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in southern Africa. On this tour, we provide only a few meals for you and your group members, so as to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility in you choices. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though - while in the larger centres, your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.



Your CEO prepare the meals included in the Okavango Delta, arranging to purchase the foodstuffs before our bush camping excursion begins. Breakfasts will generally be cereals, if time allows a warm breakfast may be prepared. Lunches will be light meals such as sandwiches and/or salads. All evening meals will be freshly-prepared hot meals, and will consist of a variety of continental and local dishes.



For the included meals, vegetarian meal requests and other dietary requirements need to be specified prior to arrival.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style and comfort with an air-conditioned touring vehicle, walking excursions, traditional mokoro rides, and safari vehicles, ensuring a seamless journey through the breathtaking terrains of Botswana and Victoria Falls.

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Important Notes

1.This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, countries, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience. We use a comfortable and safe air-conditioned vehicle for the long drives.



2. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.



3. According to the WHO and CDC, there is no risk of yellow fever in Botswana. It is compulsory to show a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate if you are travelling to Botswana from a Yellow Fever endemic country, or have recently travelled to a Yellow Fever endemic country (with entry stamps in your passport), including the following countries (but not limited to): Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Zambia, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela.



**We advise all travelers to Botswana who are coming from one of the above countries, or who have visited them in the last 10 years, to be prepared with a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate or letter from your doctor with proof of vaccination. Yellow Fever inoculations need to be administered at least 10 days prior to your entry into the country. Border officials in Botswana have been strictly enforcing these requirements. Travelers without the correct documentation run the risk of being denied entry, and will not be able to continue with the tour. (Any additional travel expenses will be on your own account.) **



4. MONEY EXCHANGE

We strongly advise that you bring ZAR or USD from your home country or exchange money before the start of the tour, to avoid delays on tour. Please see the Money Exchange section for more details.



5. DRONES

The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.



6. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

Group Leader

On this tour, you will be accompanied by a group Chief Experience Officer (CEO) and an expert driver. The Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will be the group manager and leader. All of our leaders in southern Africa are registered and licensed tourism guides, meaning they’ve studied to have a broad knowledge base of the region’s history, cultures, and wildlife, and are legally certified to lead/guide tours in the regions visited. Most of our leaders in the region are from South Africa, though it may be possible that you’ll have a leader from another country in the southern African region.



As the group manager and leader, the aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places where are travelling, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. He/she will take care of the small things so you can concentrate on enjoying your adventure. In addition, as an integral part of the team, your driver is skilled and experienced driver who has intimate knowledge of the vehicle and routes travelled.



We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting.

About Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights in comfortable twin rooms with en suite or shared facilities.



Cabin/Huts

1 night are spent in simple Hut. Rooms are twin or single with shared facilities.



Lodge

1 night in standard rooms with en-suite facilities.



Adventure Tents

2 nights are spent in simple Dorm/Adventure tents. Rooms are twin or single with shared facilities.



Basic Camping (participative, please bring your sleeping bag and towel)

1 night is spent in pitched tents in the Delta with very basic facilities (no shower, dig-out toilet). Tents are twin.

What to Take

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase (please avoid a hard-top case), or sports bag, maximum 15kg, plus a daypack. Luggage limits on airlines are strictly enforced and space on vehicles is limited. Porters are not often available, so be prepared to carry your own bags. It is important to pack clothes for warm days and cool evenings, as well as a warm jacket for early morning safaris. A set of smart casual clothes is also advisable. A set of smart casual clothes is also advisable. During the winter months (May to October), the temperatures can get quite cold in Botswana. It is wise to bring plenty of layers for cool mornings and evenings. A set of smart casual clothes is also advisable. Please don't forget to bring your sleeping bag for the two nights spent in pitched tents in the Delta.



Please be advised that if you plan to bring a drone with you, the use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.