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Victoria Falls and the Okavango Delta sit roughly 600 miles apart by road, and no single operator makes that gap easy to read on a website. Itineraries vary in length, route, and what is actually included. If you are comparing tours from Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta, you need clear numbers before you commit.
Here is the short answer. Most combined trips run 4 to 10 days, pass through Chobe National Park in Botswana, and finish with two nights or more in the Delta. Prices swing widely, mainly based on camping versus lodge stays and whether flights replace long drives. For most travelers, a 6 to 8 day trip gives enough time for the Falls, Chobe, and a mokoro trip without rushing.
Below, we compare 10 options side by side, covering duration, route, accommodation style, activities, and cost. We have run these trips since 2019 with more than 2,500 travelers, so we know where the real differences lie. Use the list to narrow your choices, then match one to your budget and travel dates.
1. Maximum Adventure Trails Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango tour
We list our own trip first because we run it, and we are upfront about that. Maximum Adventure Trails built this route around one operator handling every leg, so you never hand off between companies at a border. Use the details below as the yardstick for the nine tours that follow.
Itinerary and duration
The standard version runs 6 days and 5 nights. It moves from the Falls to Chobe and then into the Delta, with private transfers across the Zimbabwe and Botswana border. We can stretch it to 8 days if you want more time in the Delta.
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Victoria Falls, guided tour of the Falls |
| 2 | Zambezi sunset cruise, then private transfer to Kasane |
| 3 | Chobe morning game drive and afternoon river cruise |
| 4 | Transfer to Maun and on to the Delta |
| 5 | Mokoro excursion and guided bush walk |
| 6 | Morning activity, then airport drop-off in Maun |
Our guides are locally trained and know these areas well. Chobe’s elephant herds along the river are the highlight of day 3.
Accommodation and what’s included
You stay in comfortable lodges and guesthouses, not tents, so you sleep well between early game drives. The price covers private transfers, park fees, all listed activities, and accommodation. Meals are included on safari days. We also handle hotel bookings and visa assistance, which saves you hours of paperwork before you fly.
Flights into Victoria Falls and out of Maun are not included. Optional Victoria Falls extras, such as the Flight of Angels scenic flight, can be added at booking.
Price and best season
Expect roughly $1,500 to $2,400 per person for the 6-day trip when two people share a room. The final figure depends on lodge choice, group size, and dates, so request a written quote before you compare. Fast booking and 24/7 support come standard.
The best window is June to October. Game gathers at the rivers, and the Delta’s floodwater peaks from roughly June to August. The Falls are at their fullest from March to May, but spray can hide the view. If you travel in the green season, expect fewer crowds and lower prices.
A single operator running every transfer and activity is the simplest way to cover this route without logistics problems.
Who it’s best for
This tour suits couples, honeymooners, and small groups who want a guided trip with no logistics to manage. It also works if you are planning a first Okavango Delta safari, since we arrange bookings, transport, and visas in one place. Travelers who want camping on a budget or a fly-in luxury camp should read on, because several later options fit those needs better.
2. Eclipse Travel Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Delta
Eclipse Travel sells the classic route through Chobe, which makes it the closest like-for-like comparison to our own trip. We have not run their itinerary, so treat the details below as a guide to the format and confirm current terms with them before you pay a deposit.
Itinerary and duration
The route follows the same line as most Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tours: the Falls first, then Kasane for Chobe, then Maun and the Delta. Expect roughly 6 to 8 days, with the longer version giving you an extra night in the Delta.
| Stage | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Victoria Falls | Guided Falls tour, Zambezi cruise |
| Chobe | Game drive and river cruise |
| Okavango Delta | Mokoro excursion, bush walk |
Accommodation and what’s included
Before you book any package like this, ask four questions so you can compare it fairly with the others on this list:
- Are park and concession fees included?
- Is the Delta stay in a lodge or a tented camp?
- Is the border crossing a private or shared transfer?
- Are all meals covered, or only breakfast?
The inclusions list matters more than the headline price, because park fees and transfers are where quotes quietly differ.
Get the answers in writing, since they change the real cost by hundreds of dollars.
Price and best season
Tours on this route usually fall between $1,400 and $2,800 per person, depending on room standard and group size. Ask Eclipse Travel for a current quote, as we cannot confirm their rates. The best season is June to October, when wildlife concentrates along the Chobe River and the Delta floods.
Who it’s best for
This option suits travelers who want a conventional, well-trodden route and are happy to compare quotes. It works if you like a set itinerary and do not need heavy customization. If you want a single operator managing visas and hotel bookings too, check whether Eclipse includes that service.
3. Africa Zim 8-day Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta tour
Africa Zim’s 8-day package is the longer take on this route. We have not traveled with them, so we describe the typical 8-day format and leave exact rates for you to confirm directly.
Itinerary and duration
An 8-day schedule gives you one or two extra nights compared with the 6-day trips above. That time usually goes to a second Chobe outing or a longer Delta stay, which helps if you want less time in a vehicle.
| Days | Typical focus |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | Victoria Falls and the Zambezi |
| 3 to 4 | Kasane and Chobe National Park |
| 5 to 7 | Okavango Delta |
| 8 | Onward travel from Maun |
Accommodation and what’s included
Longer trips often mix lodges with tented camps to hold the price down. Ask whether the Delta nights are in a tented camp and whether park fees sit inside the quote.
Price per night, not just the trip total, when you compare. An 8-day tour that looks expensive may cost less per night than a 6-day one, and you get more wildlife time for it.
Divide every quote by the number of nights before you decide which tour is cheaper.
Price and best season
For an 8-day trip on this route, $1,900 to $3,200 per person is a realistic planning range, based on what comparable packages charge. Request Africa Zim’s current written quote, since we cannot verify their rates. The best season is June to October, when animals crowd the Chobe riverbank and the Delta is flooded.
Who it’s best for
This one suits travelers with a full week and a day to spare who want a slower pace. Photographers and repeat safari visitors will value the extra Delta time. If you only have five or six days, one of the shorter options on this list will fit better.
4. Southern Circle 7-day Vic Falls, Chobe and Okavango
Southern Circle’s 7-day trip sits between our 6-day tour and the 8-day package above. We have not traveled with them, so this describes the typical 7-day format. Confirm the current itinerary and rates with the company before you book.
Itinerary and duration
Seven days usually means six nights, split evenly across three stops. That gives each place a fair share without losing a full day to one long drive.
| Nights | Typical stop |
|---|---|
| 2 | Victoria Falls |
| 2 | Kasane and Chobe National Park |
| 2 | Okavango Delta |
Seven days covers all three stops only when transfers are built into the schedule, not squeezed around it.
Accommodation and what’s included
Mid-range packages like this often pair Delta lodges with a tented camp. Ask which style you get for the Delta nights, because that is where standards vary most.
Also check how you reach the Delta. A light-aircraft transfer saves hours but usually adds cost, while a road transfer is cheaper and eats half a day. Confirm park fees and meals in writing.
Price and best season
A fair planning range for a 7-day trip on this route is $1,700 to $2,800 per person, based on what comparable packages charge. We cannot verify Southern Circle’s own rates, so request a written quote.
Plan for June to October, the dry season, when game concentrates along the Chobe River and the Delta holds its floodwater. Prices tend to rise in July and August, so book early for those months.
Who it’s best for
This tour suits travelers with one week of vacation who want all three stops without the rush of a 5-day schedule. It also works well for Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tours that need a middle option on both price and pace. If you want more Delta time, look at the 8-day package above.
5. BrushBuck 11-day Okavango Delta to Victoria Falls
BrushBuck runs this trip in reverse, starting in the Delta and finishing at the Falls. We have not traveled with them, so this describes the typical 11-day format. Confirm the current itinerary and terms with the company before you pay.
Itinerary and duration
At 11 days, this is the longest trip on the list so far. Starting in Maun puts the Delta first and ends with the Falls as a finale. It also suits you if you plan to fly home from Victoria Falls.
| Days | Typical focus |
|---|---|
| 1 to 4 | Okavango Delta, mokoro trips and bush walks |
| 5 to 8 | Overland through northern Botswana, possibly another reserve |
| 9 to 10 | Chobe National Park |
| 11 | Victoria Falls |
Accommodation and what’s included
Trips this long often rely on camping or a camping and lodge mix to hold the price down. Ask exactly how many nights are in tents and whether the operator supplies bedding and gear.
On an 11-day trip, the accommodation style decides both your comfort and your final price.
Also confirm that park fees, meals, and Delta activities sit inside the quote. Eleven days of small extras add up fast.
Price and best season
A realistic planning range is $2,800 to $4,800 per person, based on what comparable packages charge. We cannot verify BrushBuck’s own rates, so request a written quote.
Travel from June to October. Chobe’s riverbanks fill with game, and the Delta’s floodwater peaks from roughly June to August. Divide the quote by 11 nights to compare it fairly against the shorter tours.
Who it’s best for
This tour suits adventurous travelers with nearly two weeks free, especially if you are comfortable with some camping. Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls tours of this length reward you with a slower pace and an extra park or two. If you have under a week, our 6-day trip fits better.
6. Audley Travel Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls explorer
Audley Travel works differently from the fixed departures above. Among tours from Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta, this is the most customizable option, because a specialist builds each trip around your dates. We have not traveled with them, so confirm current terms directly.
Itinerary and duration
Expect 8 to 12 days, shaped by your schedule and budget. A typical build starts at the Falls, adds Chobe, then flies you into the Delta.
| Stage | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Victoria Falls | 2 nights, Falls tour, Zambezi cruise |
| Chobe | 2 nights, game drives, river cruise |
| Okavango Delta | 3 to 4 nights, fly-in camp |
Accommodation and what’s included
Tailor-made trips at this level lean toward fly-in lodges and luxury tented camps. Quotes usually bundle rooms, internal flights, transfers, and guided activities. Ask what sits outside the price:
- International flights
- Visas
- Drinks and some meals
Price and best season
A realistic planning range is $6,000 to $11,000 per person for about 10 days, based on what comparable private trips charge. We cannot verify their rates, so request a written quote.
In the Delta, you are paying for the flight that turns a half-day drive into a 30-minute hop.
Travel from June to October. Floodwater peaks in the Delta around July and August, and Chobe’s riverbanks fill with game.
Who it’s best for
This one suits travelers who want a private, custom trip and have the budget for fly-in comfort. It also fits anyone with unusual dates or a longer wish list. If you want a set price and a shorter schedule, our 6-day tour or the Southern Circle trip will fit better.
7. Travel Nation Botswana and Victoria Falls mobile safari
Travel Nation is a travel agency that sells tailor-made trips, and its mobile safari is the camping-based, move-every-few-nights style of Botswana trip. We have not traveled with them, so we describe the typical mobile safari format and ask you to confirm current terms before you book.
Itinerary and duration
Mobile safaris usually run 9 to 12 days. A guide and crew move you by 4×4 between the Delta, Moremi, Savuti, and Chobe, so you cover far more ground than on a fixed-base tour. Many versions end at Victoria Falls.
| Stage | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Maun | Briefing and start of the safari |
| Okavango Delta and Moremi | Game drives, mokoro excursion |
| Savuti | Predator-focused game drives |
| Chobe | Game drive and river cruise |
| Victoria Falls | Falls tour and departure |
Accommodation and what’s included
Expect walk-in tents with camp beds, a camp crew, and shared bush facilities. Ask what the quote covers. These items are usually included:
- Guide, cook, and camp crew
- Camping gear and meals
- Park and concession fees
International flights, visas, drinks, and tips are usually extra.
On a mobile safari, the crew and the route matter more than the tent.
Price and best season
For a 10-day trip, a realistic planning range is $3,500 to $6,500 per person, based on what comparable private mobile safaris charge. We cannot verify Travel Nation’s rates, so request a written quote.
Travel from May to October. Dry-season tracks are passable, and animals gather around the remaining water. In the wet months, rough roads can cancel parts of the route.
Who it’s best for
This tour suits adventurous travelers with 10 days or more who value wildlife over comfort and do not mind dust and early starts. If you want Okavango Delta tours from Victoria Falls with a proper bed and hot shower every night, our 6-day trip fits better.
8. Okavango Delta Grand Tour with Cape Town
Some operators bolt the Falls and the Delta onto a Cape Town stay and sell the result as a grand tour of Southern Africa. We have not run this version, so we describe the typical format and ask you to confirm current terms with whichever company you choose.
Itinerary and duration
Expect 12 to 16 days. Cape Town comes first, then a flight north to Victoria Falls, Chobe, and the Delta.
| Stage | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Cape Town | 3 to 4 nights, Table Mountain, Cape Peninsula, winelands |
| Victoria Falls | 2 nights, Falls tour, Zambezi cruise |
| Chobe | 2 nights, game drive, river cruise |
| Okavango Delta | 2 to 3 nights, mokoro excursion |
Flights between Cape Town and Victoria Falls often connect through Johannesburg. Budget most of a travel day for that leg, and check whether the operator books it.
Accommodation and what’s included
Hotels in Cape Town give way to safari lodges or tented camps farther north. Most quotes bundle transfers, breakfast, and guided activities.
Ask whether internal flights sit inside the price. They can add $600 or more per person, and they are the line that most often gets left out of a headline rate.
Price and best season
A realistic planning range is $5,000 to $9,000 per person for about 14 days, based on what comparable multi-country packages charge. We cannot verify any operator’s exact rates, so request a written quote.
Timing is the catch. Cape Town is at its best from November to March, while the Delta and Chobe peak from June to October. September and October is the best overlap, with mild weather in the city and strong game viewing in the north.
Cape Town’s summer and the Delta’s dry season barely overlap, so pick your travel month before you pick the tour.
Who it’s best for
Travelers with two weeks or more who want a city, coastline, and wildlife in one trip will get the most from this format. It suits first-time visitors to the region. If you only want Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls tours without the city leg, our 6-day trip costs far less and wastes no days in transit.
9. Overland 8-day Highlights of Botswana and Victoria Falls
Overland trips are the budget Botswana safari option on this list. You get a shared truck, a group of 10 to 20 travelers, and a fixed route. We have not traveled with an overland operator on this exact itinerary, so we describe the typical 8-day format. Confirm current terms before you book.
Itinerary and duration
Eight days usually means seven nights on the road, with the Falls at one end and Maun at the other. Many departures run in both directions.
| Days | Typical stop |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | Victoria Falls |
| 3 to 4 | Chobe National Park |
| 5 to 7 | Okavango Delta, mokoro excursion |
| 8 | Maun, departure |
Expect long driving days between stops. Border crossings are done as a group, so allow extra time.
Accommodation and what’s included
You sleep in shared tents at campsites, usually two to a tent, with a driver-guide and a cook on board. Meals are often included, but cooking and washing up may be shared among the group.
Check the small print on activities. Some operators fold the Delta and Chobe outings into the price, while others ask you to pay for them locally. Ask whether a food or fuel "kitty" applies, and what it covers.
Price and best season
A realistic planning range is $1,300 to $2,400 per person, based on what comparable group overland trips charge. Optional activities can add $300 to $600. We cannot verify any operator’s rates, so request a written quote.
An overland headline price is only the starting point, so add the activities and kitty before you compare it with a lodge tour.
Travel from May to October, when tracks are dry and game gathers near water. In the wet months, flooded roads can change the route.
Who it’s best for
Solo travelers, students, and budget-minded adventurers will get the most from this format, since you share costs and meet other travelers. It suits you if you are fine with dust, early starts, and a tent. If you want a private vehicle and a proper bed on your Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta tour, our 6-day trip fits better.
10. Luxury 12-day Hwange, Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango
This is the top of the market, and it adds a fourth stop: Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. We have not run a 12-day luxury itinerary ourselves, so we describe the typical format and ask you to confirm current terms with the operator before you pay a deposit.
Itinerary and duration
Twelve days usually means 11 nights, starting in Hwange, which has some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. From there you move to the Falls, cross into Botswana for Chobe, and fly into the Delta.
| Nights | Typical stop |
|---|---|
| 3 | Hwange National Park |
| 2 | Victoria Falls |
| 2 | Chobe National Park |
| 4 | Okavango Delta |
Accommodation and what’s included
Expect private concession camps and luxury lodges, with a private guide and vehicle at most stops. Quotes typically bundle:
- Full board at every camp
- Private guided game drives and mokoro trips
- Internal flights and transfers
- Park and concession fees
Drinks, tips, and international flights are usually extra, so check what the inclusions list actually says.
Twelve days only feels luxurious when every transfer is a short flight or a private vehicle, not a long shared drive.
Price and best season
A realistic planning range is $9,000 to $16,000 per person, based on what comparable luxury trips charge. We cannot verify any operator’s rates, so request a written quote.
Plan for July to October. Hwange’s waterholes pull in elephants as the bush dries out, and the Delta’s floodwater is at its best. Book these months early, because small luxury camps fill up many months ahead.
Who it’s best for
Anniversary and milestone trips suit this format, as do travelers with 12 days and a large budget who want privacy and four distinct parks. If you want Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tours at a fraction of the price, our 6-day trip covers the essential route with far less spend.
How much these tours cost and what affects price
Prices for tours from Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta range from $1,300 to $16,000 per person. The gap comes down to four choices: where you sleep, how you reach the Delta, when you travel, and who comes along. The table groups the tours in this list by style.
Price by trip style
| Style | Range per person | Tours |
|---|---|---|
| Overland camping | $1,300 to $2,400 | 9 |
| Mid-range lodge | $1,400 to $3,200 | 1 to 4 |
| Long camping and lodge mix | $2,800 to $4,800 | 5 |
| Mobile safari | $3,500 to $6,500 | 7 |
| Multi-country grand tour | $5,000 to $9,000 | 8 |
| Tailor-made fly-in | $6,000 to $11,000 | 6 |
| Luxury multi-park | $9,000 to $16,000 | 10 |
Most travelers land in the $1,400 to $3,200 band, which buys a private or small-group lodge trip of 6 to 8 days. Above that, you are paying for flights, private guides, and remote camps rather than extra days.
What moves the price
Transport and bed type do most of the work. A light-aircraft transfer into the Delta can add $600 or more per person, while camping trims hundreds of dollars off the same route. Okavango Delta camp costs run higher because remote camps host very few guests.
Timing and group size come next. July and August carry the highest rates, and solo travelers often pay a single supplement on top. Private departures cost more per person than shared ones.
The cheapest quote is rarely the cheapest trip once park fees, activities, and flights are added.
Finally, add what the quote leaves out. International flights, visas, tips, and drinks usually sit outside the price, so build them into your budget before you compare Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tours.
Best time to combine Victoria Falls and the Delta
Timing decides whether you see a roaring waterfall, a flooded Delta, or both. The two peak at different times, so a trip that suits one can shortchange the other. Plan around the best months for the Okavango Delta first, then check the Falls.
Season by season
Rain falls over Zambia and Zimbabwe during the Victoria Falls rainy season, from November to March, which pushes the Falls to peak flow from March to May. The Delta works the opposite way. Angolan rain takes months to travel south, so floodwater peaks from June to August under dry skies.
| Period | Victoria Falls | Delta and Chobe |
|---|---|---|
| Mar to May | Peak flow, heavy spray | Delta filling, green bush |
| Jun to Aug | Strong flow, clear views | Floodwater peaks, cool mornings |
| Sep to Oct | Lower water, cliff face visible | Best game viewing, hot days |
| Nov to Feb | Low, then rising | Rains, birdlife, lowest prices |
Our pick for most travelers
Aim for late June to early September. The Falls still run strongly, the Delta is flooded for mokoro trips, and Chobe’s elephants crowd the river. Early game drives can start near 45°F, so pack a fleece.
For Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tours, June to September is the window where both halves of the trip work.
September and October suit you if wildlife matters most. Water shrinks, animals concentrate, and the Devil’s Pool swim on the Zambian side usually opens as the river drops. Daytime highs can pass 100°F, so expect to sweat.
Green season, from November to March, rewards birders and bargain hunters. Lodges cut rates and crowds thin out. The trade-off is hot, wet weather and muddier roads, and the Delta’s water is low until the flood arrives.
How to choose the right tour and what to plan
The best of the tours from Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta is the one that fits your days, your bed preference, and your budget, in that order. Work through those three, and the list of ten shrinks to two or three.
Match the tour to your constraints
Start with time. Fewer than 7 days rules out most mobile safaris and overland trips, because they spend whole days driving. If you want a real bed every night, check the lodge tours first. If you will tolerate a tent, your options widen and costs drop.
| Your situation | Best fit |
|---|---|
| 6 to 7 days, lodge beds | Tours 1, 2, 4 |
| 8 days, slower pace | Tour 3 |
| Tight budget, fine with camping | Tour 9 |
| 10+ days, wildlife over comfort | Tours 5, 7 |
| Custom trip, fly-in comfort | Tours 6, 10 |
| City and coast added | Tour 8 |
Choose your days and bed type first, and the price will mostly sort itself out.
After that, compare cost per night, not trip totals. A quote that lists park fees, transfers, and activities beats a low headline number every time.
What to plan before you book
Flights deserve attention early. Book an open-jaw ticket, landing in Victoria Falls and leaving from Maun, so you never backtrack. Then confirm the rest of the logistics with the checklist below.
- Visas: The KAZA UniVisa covers Zimbabwe and Zambia, not Botswana. Check current rules for your passport before you fly.
- Luggage: Light aircraft usually cap bags at about 44 lb, and they must be soft-sided, so build your safari packing checklist around that.
- Health: Ask your doctor about malaria prevention at least a month ahead.
- Timing: Book 6 to 9 months out for July to September, especially small Delta camps.
Finally, ask each operator for a written itinerary with every inclusion listed. If a company will not put it in writing, move on.
Picking the tour that fits your trip
The right choice among tours from Victoria Falls to Okavango Delta comes down to three things: how many days you have, what kind of bed you want, and what you can spend. Overland and mobile safaris reward adventurers, fly-in and luxury trips reward big budgets, and the mid-range lodge tours cover the route well for most people.
For most travelers, a 6 to 8 day lodge trip between June and September gives you the Falls at strong flow, Chobe’s elephants, and a flooded Delta for mokoro trips. Whatever you pick, get a written itinerary with every inclusion listed, and divide the quote by the number of nights before you compare.
If you want one team to handle transfers, hotels, visas, and guides, plan your Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango trip with Maximum Adventure Trails. Tell us your dates and budget, and we will send you a written quote within a day.
