Verdanti
Africa
Verdanti Africa Logo
African Elephant
Our Heartlands

Southern Africa

Explore Victoria Falls, Chobe, and Hwange — the crown jewels of African wilderness.

Botswana

Zimbabwe

Verdanti Africa Logo
The Gentle Southern Africa Journey
All PackagesEasy

The Gentle Southern Africa Journey

12 Days · 11 Nights

Journey Overview

Southern Africa's icons don't have to come with long days and rough roads. This twelve-day journey was built specifically with a gentler pace in mind: fewer destinations visited more thoroughly, accommodation chosen for accessibility and comfort, and activities — game drives, river cruises, mokoro outings — selected for how little physical exertion they require while still delivering exceptional wildlife and scenery. The journey moves through three destinations at an unhurried pace: several days at Victoria Falls to take in the Falls themselves and a Zambezi sunset cruise without rushing; a stretch in Chobe National Park, where game drives and river cruises bring you close to enormous elephant herds from the comfort of a vehicle or boat; and finally the Okavango Delta, where mokoro (traditional canoe) outings offer a quiet, low-effort way to experience one of the world's great wetland ecosystems. Rest days are built in throughout, and transfers are arranged to minimize long driving days.

Itinerary At A Glance

Your Day-by-Day Journey

Victoria Falls & Zambezi River
Days 1 – 11

Victoria Falls & Zambezi River

After arrival and check-in, settle into Victoria Falls at an easy pace with time to rest and acclimatize before tomorrow's activities.

Featured Highlights

Airport meet & greetPrivate transfer from the airport to your lodge
Lodge check-inSettle in and unwind after your journey
Welcome sundownersRelax with drinks as the day ends

Photo Gallery

Chobe National Park, Botswana
Days 4 – 6

Chobe National Park, Botswana

Okavango Delta, Botswana
Days 7 – 10

Okavango Delta, Botswana

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe; Chobe National Park, Botswana; Okavango Delta, Botswana
Day 9

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe; Chobe National Park, Botswana; Okavango Delta, Botswana

Departure
Day 12

Departure

Featured Experiences

Guided Victoria Falls Rainforest Tour
Experience

Guided Victoria Falls Rainforest Tour

Walk the lush paths of the Victoria Falls Rainforest with a local expert guide. Learn about the geology, flora, and history of the falls, hear stories of David Livingstone, and stand at 16 spectacular viewing points in the thick spray.

Luxury Zambezi Sunset Cruise
Experience

Luxury Zambezi Sunset Cruise

Cruise the calm waters of the Upper Zambezi above the Falls. Enjoy a premium open bar, fine local hors d'oeuvres, and expert commentary from guides while watching herds of elephants drink at the riverbanks and hippos yawn at sunset.

Chobe National Park Game Drive
Experience

Chobe National Park Game Drive

Explore the game-rich Chobe Riverfront in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Track lions, leopards, large herds of buffalo, and elephants. Guided by professional rangers who share tracking secrets and wildlife insights.

Chobe River Safari Cruise
Experience

Chobe River Safari Cruise

Embark on a custom safari boat along the Chobe River floodplains. Drift close to bathing elephant herds, pods of wallowing hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species. A quiet, eco-friendly water safari guided by specialists.

Best Time to Visit

This package covers multiple destinations. Here is the seasonal weather breakdown to help you plan:

MonthsSeason / WeatherWildlife & Safari Conditions
May – OctDry Winter (23°C – 28°C) • Clear days, cold nightsPeak wildlife viewing. Animals gather around rivers & waterholes. Best time for the full itinerary.
Nov – DecHot Spring (30°C – 35°C) • Humid, first rainsAntelope birthing season. Great birding. Devil's Pool is open. Excellent Batoka gorge white-water.
Jan – AprWet Summer (26°C – 31°C) • Lush, green landscapes"Green Season". Spectacular high water spray at Victoria Falls. Quiet camps, lower rates.
Before You Travel

Planning Your Safari

Climate, packing, and logistics shape every great safari. Here is what to expect before you depart.

When to Go
May – Oct
25°CLow

Dry Winter

Peak wildlife viewing. Animals gather around rivers and waterholes.

Nov – Dec
32°CModerate

Hot Spring

Antelope birthing season. Excellent birding and gorge activities.

Jan – Apr
28°CHigh

Green Season

Lush landscapes, quieter camps, and spectacular Victoria Falls spray.

Visas & Travel Notes

  • Travel note: Not included: International flights and any light aircraft transfers between regions
  • Travel note: Not included: KAZA Univisa ($50, covers Zimbabwe and Botswana entry for most nationalities)
  • Travel note: Not included: Meals not specified above
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We highly recommend travelling in May–October (dry season) for the most comfortable temperatures, easiest game viewing, and driest underfoot conditions across all three destinations when the wildlife and weather conditions are optimal.
Yes! All our safaris are 100% customizable. You can adjust the lodging tier, add or remove days, or swap specific activities.