4-Night Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari | The Classic Southern Africa Package

Five days. Two countries. Two of Africa's most celebrated destinations. This is the package that first-time visitors to southern Africa consistently describe as the perfect introduction, combining the drama of Victoria Falls with the wildlife intensity of Chobe National Park in a single guided, fully-organised itinerary.

You arrive in Victoria Falls, spend two full days experiencing everything the falls and town have to offer, cross into Zambia for the Livingstone experience, then head to Chobe for a full-day game drive in Botswana before flying home.

Your 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1, Arrival & Zambezi Dinner Cruise

Hotel pickup from Victoria Falls Airport and transfer to Shearwater Village (included accommodation). The evening opens with a Zambezi Sunset Dinner Cruise, three hours on the river, dinner served on board, open bar, and the Zambezi's extraordinary wildlife at its most active as the sun sets.

Day 2, Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Side + Boma Dinner

A full day dedicated to the Zimbabwe experience.

Morning: Victoria Falls Guided Tour
A licensed local guide takes you through all 16 viewpoints on the Zimbabwe side. From Cataract View to Danger Point, from the Main Falls panorama to the boiling pot at the gorge bottom, your guide explains the geology, history, and cultural significance of Mosi-oa-Tunya in full. Allow 2–3 hours. You will get wet from March to August.

Midday: Vulture Feeding + Makuwakuwa Lunch
Drive to Victoria Falls Safari Lodge for the daily vulture feeding, one of the most dramatic wildlife experiences in Victoria Falls, with dozens of vultures descending in an explosion of wings to feed in a clearing overlooked by the lodge deck. Lunch at Makuwakuwa Restaurant follows, with excellent game-viewing from the terrace.

Afternoon: Short Helicopter Flight
A 13-minute "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight over Victoria Falls, the full aerial perspective, with a window seat guaranteed for every passenger. The best view of the falls you will get.

Evening: Boma Dinner & Drum Show
Traditional African buffet, interactive drumming and dancing, Sangoma storytelling, and the option for fortune telling with a local diviner. One of Victoria Falls' finest evenings. Transfers to/from your hotel included.

Day 3, Victoria Falls Zambia Side + Livingstone

Cross into Zambia for a completely different perspective on the falls and a cultural day in Livingstone.

Falls Tour, Zambia Side
The Zambia side of the falls offers a different angle on the curtain of water, and during low water months (August–January) gives access to Livingstone Island and Devil's Pool. Your guide covers the best Zambian viewpoints and explains what you're seeing differently from the Zimbabwe side.

Livingstone Museum
The oldest museum in Zambia and one of the most significant in the region, home to David Livingstone memorabilia, pre-colonial history, and the story of the Zambezi peoples. Allow an hour.

Market
Livingstone's colourful main market, local fabric, craft, woodwork, and food. A genuine rather than tourist experience.

Optional afternoon activities (not included in tour price):

• Devil's Pool on Livingstone Island ($130–175/person, seasonal Aug–Jan)
• Rhino Tracking ($160+/person)
• Lion Walk ($160+/person)

Evening: Return to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Boma Dinner included.

Day 4, Chobe Full Day Trip

The wildlife centrepiece of the package. Pickup from your hotel at 7:00am for the 70km drive to the Kasungula border into Botswana. Your guide handles all border formalities.

Chobe National Park, Full Day:

• Morning 3-hour game drive in open 4x4 safari vehicle
• Buffet lunch at Cresta Mowana Lodge
• Afternoon river cruise on the Chobe River

Return to your Victoria Falls hotel by approximately 6:00pm.

Day 5, Breakfast, Checkout & Airport Transfer

Final breakfast at Shearwater Village. Checkout and transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.

What's Included

✅ 4 nights accommodation at Shearwater Village, Victoria Falls
✅ All meals as specified in the day-by-day section
✅ Roundtrip airport transfers (Victoria Falls)
✅ Day 1: Zambezi Sunset Dinner Cruise
✅ Day 2: Victoria Falls guided tour + Vulture feeding + Makuwakuwa lunch + Short helicopter flight + Boma Dinner
✅ Day 3: Zambia-side falls tour + Livingstone Museum + Maramba Market + Boma Dinner
✅ Day 4: Full-day Chobe safari (game drive + lunch + river cruise)
✅ Professional driver-guide throughout
✅ All Botswana and Zimbabwe park entry fees for included activities
✅ All taxes and VAT

❌ International flights
❌ Zimbabwe and Zambia visa fees (KAZA Univisa $50 covers both)
❌ Tips
❌ Personal travel insurance
❌ Optional activities (Devil's Pool, Rhino Tracking, Lion Walk)
❌ Government-imposed tax increases after booking
❌ Accommodation before or after the tour

About Shearwater Village

Your Victoria Falls base for 4 nights. Shearwater Village is a well-established, centrally-located property in Victoria Falls town, within easy reach of the falls, the town's restaurants and craft markets, and all activity pick-up points. Comfortable en-suite rooms, restaurant, pool, and the backing of Shearwater Adventures, one of Victoria Falls' most respected activity operators.

Pricing

Contact us directly for current pricing, this package is quoted per person based on your travel dates, group size, and room type.

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The 4-Night Victoria Falls & Chobe Safari is our most popular packaged itinerary for couples, families, and small groups. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.

Is This the Right Package for You?

Choose this package if:

• You want a complete, organised Victoria Falls experience without planning every detail yourself
• You're visiting Victoria Falls for the first time and want to see the falls from both countries
• You want wildlife, the Chobe day trip is one of Africa's finest wildlife experiences
• You're travelling as a couple, small family, or group of friends

Consider upgrading to the 7-Night package if:

• You want to add the Okavango Delta (the 7-night adds Maun and a full mokoro safari)
• You want more time in Chobe (2 nights vs 1 day)
• You want the horseback safari at Thamo Thelele

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the helicopter flight included in the price?
Yes, a 13-minute "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight is included on Day 2. This is the standard short flight. Upgrades to the 25-minute extended flight are available at an additional cost.

Can I do Devil's Pool during this package?
Devil's Pool is listed as an optional activity on Day 3 (seasonal Aug–Jan). If you're visiting during the season, we strongly recommend adding it. Contact us to arrange and include in your package if desired.

What if I want to extend my stay in Victoria Falls?
We can arrange additional nights at Shearwater Village or alternative accommodation in Victoria Falls. Contact us and we'll build an extended itinerary around your dates.

Is this suitable for families with children?
Yes, all activities are family-friendly. Children particularly enjoy the vulture feeding, Boma Dinner, Chobe river cruise, and the falls. Age minimums apply to the helicopter flight (4 years+) and some optional activities.

What's the visa situation?
Zimbabwe visa: $50 single entry, available on arrival at Victoria Falls Airport. The KAZA Univisa ($50) covers Zimbabwe + Zambia, highly recommended if you plan to cross into Zambia on Day 3. Botswana does not require a visa for most nationalities (Day 4, Chobe day trip).