CROSS BOARDER SAFARI & ADVENTURE
From the thundering mist of Victoria Falls to the gentle flow of the Zambezi River, your journey begins where nature shows its most dramatic face.
Safari Adventure Southern & Eastern Africa
From the thundering mist of Victoria Falls to the gentle flow of the Zambezi River, your journey begins where nature shows its most dramatic face. Follow the water’s path as it leads you south into an immersive safari that speaks to the animal lover’s soul—an adventure that carries you straight into the heart of Tanzania’s finest wildlife sanctuaries.
Wander across golden plains alive with movement, then retreat to luxurious, eco-friendly lodges tucked deep within the bush. Each night, sink into a soft down bed and drift into sleep to the wild, rhythmic soundtrack of the African night.
ZAMBIA, BOTSWANA & TANZANIA - SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
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Day
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Date
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Location
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Accommodation
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Meals
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1 |
15/5/2027 |
FLY INTO LIVINGSTONE - ZAMBIA |
PALM RIVER HOTEL ZAMBIA |
FB |
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2-3 |
16-17/5/2027 |
VICTORIA FALLS - ZAMBIA |
PALM RIVER HOTEL ZAMBIA |
FB |
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4-5 |
18-19/5/2027 |
CHOBE N. PARK – KASANE BOTSWANA |
CRESTA MOWANA RESORT & SPA |
FB |
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6 |
20/5/2027 |
FLY INTO KILIMANJARO - TANZANIA |
ARUSHA GRAN MELIA HOTEL |
FB |
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7 |
21/5/2027 |
ARUSHA FLY TO NDUTU WOODLANDS |
NDUTU LUXURY TENTED LODGE |
FB |
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8-9 |
22-23/5/2027 |
NDUTU WOODLANDS |
NDUTU LUXURY TENTED LODGE |
FB |
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10 |
24/5/2027 |
CENTRAL SERENGETI |
FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE |
FB |
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11-12-13 |
25-27/5/2027 |
CENTRAL SERENGETI |
FOUR SEASONS SAFARI LODGE |
AI |
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14-15 |
28-29/5/2027 |
NGORONGORO CRATER |
NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE |
AI |
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16-17 |
30-31/5/2027 |
TARANGIRE N. PARK |
MPINGO RIDGE TENTED CAMP |
AI |
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18 |
01/6/2027 |
ARUSHA THEN FLY HOME |
ARUSHA HOME & GRAN MELIA |
LD |
Day By Day Itinerary
PREPARED FOR SCHLUETER X 12
DAY 1. Arrival Livingstone International Airport. 15/05/2027
Upon arrival in Livingstone, you will be met by your local representative and transferred to the elegant Palm River Hotel, where you can settle in and enjoy the serene atmosphere along the Zambezi River – your first taste of the next chapter of your adventure.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: The Palm River Hotel | Meals: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 2. Victoria Falls In Zambia. 16/05/2027
After a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Zambezi River, set out on your included guided tour of the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Thanks to The Royal
Livingstone’s privileged location, you have direct and unlimited access to the Zambian side of the Falls, allowing you to continue exploring the network of rainforest pathways and scenic viewpoints at your own pace after your guided tour. The morning light often creates beautiful rainbows in the mist, making it one of the most rewarding times to visit.
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A cultural village tour to learn about local traditions and daily life. Mukuni village is close to the border gate and is home to about 6000 people from the Leya community, who have lived in the Falls area for many generations. Guides are available to take you through the village to get an insight into the traditional lifestyle of rural Africans
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Palm River Hotel | Meals: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 3. Victoria Tour & Game Drive in ZAMBIA. 17/05/2027
In the afternoon, you will head out for a game drive in Zambezi National Park, located just a short drive from Victoria Falls. This beautiful park stretches along the Zambezi River and offers excellent wildlife viewing without long travel times. You may encounter elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and a variety of birdlife, with the possibility of spotting predators such as lions or leopards. The combination of river scenery, open savanna, and woodland makes this a rewarding and relaxed safari experience.
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After your game drive, you will return to Palm River Lodge to unwind for the evening, enjoying the peaceful riverside atmosphere.
After breakfast, set out on a memorable morning exploring the remarkable wilderness of Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll enjoy a game drive through the reserve before continuing on foot for one of Zambia’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters – tracking the park’s protected white rhino. Walking alongside these magnificent animals in their natural habitat is a truly unforgettable experience, while your guide shares fascinating insights into the ongoing conservation efforts that have helped restore this endangered species to the region.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: The Royal Livingstone Hotel | Meals: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4. ZAMBIA To BOTSWANA Chobe National Park. 18/05/2027
After breakfast at The Royal Livingstone hotel, you will check out and begin your journey toward Chobe National Park in Botswana—one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. The drive takes you across the Zimbabwe–Botswana border, with smooth assistance through immigration formalities. By midday, you will arrive at the beautiful Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa, located along the banks of the Chobe River.
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After settling in, you will enjoy a relaxing lunch at the lodge, taking in the serene river views and the wildlife that often wanders near the water’s edge. In the late afternoon, you will head out for your evening activity—either a Chobe River sunset cruise or an evening game drive, depending on your preference. Both experiences offer exceptional wildlife viewing, with opportunities to see elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, and a variety of birdlife as the sun sets over the river. You will return to Cresta Mowana for a peaceful evening and overnight stay.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa | Meals: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 5, Kasane BOTSWANA Chobe National Park. 19/05/2027
Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Chobe National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. After an early breakfast at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa, you will set out for a full day of unforgettable activities. Your morning begins with a game drive through Chobe’s rich savanna and riverfront ecosystems. This park is famous for its massive elephant herds, as well as buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, lions, and an impressive variety of birdlife.
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The early hours offer the best light and excellent chances to see predators on the move. You will enjoy a bush lunch or return to the lodge for a relaxed midday break, depending on your preference and the day’s schedule. In the afternoon, you will experience one of Chobe’s signature highlights: a boat safari on the Chobe River. This river cruise brings you close to hippos, crocodiles, elephants bathing along the riverbanks, and countless birds. The golden light of late afternoon makes this one of the most magical wildlife experiences in Southern Africa. After your activities, you will return to Cresta Mowana to unwind, enjoy dinner, and relax by the river
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa | Meals: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 6, BOTSWANA - ZAMBIA Livingstone Airport. 20/05/2027
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Chobe River before checking out of Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa. Your private road transfer will then take you back across the Botswana and Zambian border to Livingstone Airport, where you will be assisted with your departure formalities before boarding your scheduled flight to Johannesburg and connect as you continue your journey Tanzania
ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. 20/05/2027
Met upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your guide from Kaoneka Safaris in the arrivals area and transfer to Gran Melia Hotel. You will be assisted with check-in at your hotel for overnight.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Gran Melia Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7. Arusha to Ngorongoro Ndutu Woodlands. 21/05/2027
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport for your private charter flight to Ngorongoro Ndutu Woodlands, approximately one hour away. Upon arrival at Ndutu Woodlands, you will enjoy lunch. There may be a chance to see herbivores and big cats before reaching the lodge. We’ll head out for evening game drive.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8-9. Full Days At Ndutu Woodlands and Plains. 22-23/05/2027
Spend two full days in the Ndutu woodlands and short-grass plains searching for cheetahs, hyenas, lions, and other predators following the wildebeest and zebra migration. This is one of the best areas for close wildlife encounters. Between the two lakes, you will have an opportunity to see flamingos at Lake Ndutu and hippos at Lake Masek. Your guide will arrange the best time to go out, drawing on deep knowledge of the area.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10. Ndutu Woodlands to Central Serengeti. 24/05/2027
Drive to Central Serengeti, enjoying a game drive along the way toward Four Seasons Safari Lodge for lunch. After settling into your accommodation, relax by the swimming pool while watching wildlife come to drink at the waterhole. Each room also features a private veranda for game viewing, reading, or simply taking in the surrounding scenery. In the evening, join fellow guests for a sundowner followed by an elegant dinner.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge | Meals: Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 11-12. Full Days at Central Serengeti. 25-26/05/2027
Spend two full days exploring the open savanna, woodlands, and tree-fringed rivers of the Orangi, Retima, and Seronera areas, where patience is rewarded with memorable sightings. You may see leopards resting in acacia branches, elephants protecting their young, and many other species across the plains. Game viewing is never dull in the Serengeti, especially when the dramatic annual Great Migration unfolds. During one of your mornings here, you
may wish to enjoy an optional hot-air balloon ride over the sprawling Serengeti.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 13, Full Day at Serengeti Central National Park. 27/05/2027
Today you may choose an optional pre-booked hot-air balloon safari or enjoy a half-day game drive for more wildlife viewing. Depending on wildlife movement, you may visit key areas such as Retima Hippo Pool, the Seronera River Valley, or the Maasai Kopjes. Stop to stretch your legs and enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic site under the shade of an acacia tree or near a riverbank. After lunch, drive back to the lodge to freshen up and enjoy a sundowner around the lodge.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 14, Serengeti To Ngorongoro Crater. 28/05/2027
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, pausing for a privately guided cross-country stop at Shifting Sands, then visit the archaeologically rich Olduvai Gorge en route. Next, visit a Maasai village and meet with an elder to learn about local culture and traditions. Witness a traditional beadwork demonstration as part of an artisan visit. Today you will also have the opportunity to enter a Maasai classroom and observe how children are taught.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 15. Full Day At Ngorongoro Crater. 29/05/2027
Today, set out on a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, exploring the panoramic, short-grass prairies along the floor of this ancient volcanic caldera, home to rare black rhinos as well as lions, hyenas and gazelles. The diverse and profuse wildlife dwelling within the encircling crater walls led this incredible “Lost World” to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also see colorfully garbed Maasai herdsmen, who call the stunning landscape home. This afternoon after lunch proceed with game drive then drive back to the lodge.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 16. Ngorongoro To Tarangire National Parl. 30/05/2027
Drive to Tarangire National Park via Mto wa Mbu village for cultural tourism and interaction with local residents. Mto wa Mbu is one of Tanzania’s richest cultural tourism hubs, offering hands-on activities that blend nature, food, art, and community life. The village brings together more than 120 tribes, making it one of the most diverse cultural destinations in East Africa.
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After lunch, proceed toward Tarangire and arrive at your luxurious accommodation at Mpingo Ridge Tented Camp for dinner. Mpingo’s large tents are built on raised platforms overlooking acacia woodlands and the Tarangire River. The camp setting has scattered trees and resident herds of elephant, wildebeest, zebra, impala, warthog, and waterbuck often grazing nearby. Wide panoramas of wooded savanna stretch in every direction between Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park.
This evening, sit back, relax, and enjoy the view.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 17. Full Day At Tarangire National Park. 31/05/2027
Today, explore Tarangire National Park, backed by the spectacular rust-hued Great Rift Valley. Tarangire is known for a stunning concentration of animals, including herds of elephants, impalas, and zebras. Look out for pythons and for leopards resting high in sausage and acacia trees. Stop for lunch at Matete or Silale Plains picnic site, then continue with a game drive on your way back to camp.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge | Meals: All inclusive – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks and House Wine
DAY 18. Tarangire To Arusha and Fly Home. 01/06/2027
After breakfast, drive to the bustling city of Arusha and stop at the Cultural Heritage Centre and Museum for shopping. Enjoy a farewell lunch at Gran Melia Hotel. After lunch, you will be picked up and transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for check-in two hours before your international flight home.
Accommodation
- Accommodation: Gran Melia Hotel | Meals: Lunch
NOTE:
Price is subject to change according to Hotel, Lodges, Camps, Park fees and Government Taxes
COST INCLUDES
- Private Safari Guides And Tour Leader
- Private Transport In 4×4 While On Safari
- Private Airport Transfers And Assistance
- Guided Tours & Boat Ride In Zambia And Botswana
- Scheduled Flight From Zambia To Tanzania
- Private Charter From Arusha To Ndutu Woodlands
- Flying Doctor Insurance
- Accommodation On Bed And Breakfast Gran Melia Hotel
- Full Board And All-Inclusive As Indicated On Safari Highlights & Itinerary
- Single Entry Crater Permits, National Parks Entry Fees And All Government Taxes
COST EXCLUDES
- International Flights Tickets & Visa Entry Fees To Rwanda, Tanzania
- Personal Insurance & Any Item Not Specified Above
- Tips And Gratuies To Safari Guides, Gorilla Park Ranger, Porters & Hotel
TERMS & CONDITION
- BOOKINGS AND PAYMENTS
- Safari Confirms once the deposit is received.
- 30% advance payment is required to secure the booking. iii. 65 Days before arrival full payment is required to be received
- PRICES
- Our Invoice amount/Prices depends on current Park Fee, Accommodations costs, Vehicle costs and Governments Taxes
- CANCELATIONS POLICY & RELEASE PERIODS
- Safari Cancellations must be in writings.
- Refunds depends on Hotels /Lodges/ Parks Policies and Current Government’s Tax Laws (On Vat & Service levies). iii. The Following will apply for cancellations of Booking; Ø Between 45 – 60 days before arrival date: 55% cancellations fee of the contract will be charged Ø Between 30 – 45 days before arrival date: 75% cancellations fee of the contract will be charged Ø Between 0-30 days and arrival days: 100% cancellations fee of the contract will be charged
- AMMENDMENTS
- In case of changes on Date/Itineraries, accommodations depend on rooms availability and may attract extra charges
- HEALTH & INSURANCE
- Clients must be edically fit and are advised to have travel Insurance.
- LIABILITY.
- Kaoneka Safaris Ltd are not responsible for delays, injuries and Losses that are beyond our control.
- Clients are advised to have valid Passports, Visas and required vaccinations.
- Payment made with respect to the Invoice means you accept these terms and conditions.
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