Day notes
Upon arrival in Johannesburg after clearing customs and immigration, enter the arrivals hall and proceed directly across, exit the terminal and cross the main access road. Enter the parkade through the covered pedestrian walkway that connects the airport to the adjacent parking structures. Follow the signs to the City Lodge, which is up two levels then follow the corridor to the end where you enter a lift [no trolleys allowed], press H for hotel.
The City Lodge has a reasonable restaurant, the best dining is at Quills restaurant in the Intercontinental Hotel on ground level, and then there are multiple casual dining and takeaway options in the terminal building retail area.
Check-in to City Lodge OR Tambo Airport
Included:
Breakfast.
Day notes
This morning you need to return to the terminal building [Terminal B] and make your way to the Airlink check-in counters B89 - 101, you should check-in at least 2 hours before departure, so latest 10am for 12.05 flight.
Upon arrival in Maun, Botswana, after clearing immigration and collecting your bags, you will be met by Sarah or one of her drivers from The Maun Studios who will assist you back to the guest house.
A local restaurant transfer is included if you wish to eat dinner out somewhere, Sarah will know what the best options are.
Check-out from City Lodge OR Tambo Airport
Scheduled Flight from OR Tambo International Airport [JNB] to Missing Point
16 Jan 2026
Airlink [4Z]
Scheduled Flight
300
OR Tambo International Airport [JNB]
12:05
Missing Point
13:45
B
+27 11 451 7300
Transfer from Missing Point to The Maun Studios
16 Jan 2026
The Maun Studios
Transfer
Missing Point
The Maun Studios
+267 74 189 266
Check-in to The Maun Studios
Expert tips:
TIPPING YOUR SAFARI GUIDE (general industry guidelines)
Tipping your safari guide is usually considered customary in Africa but is always at your discretion. It is a delicate and sensitive issue and many people look for tipping guidelines. We have used USD as a familiar currency, however, any of the major and local currencies are accepted – no need to exchange cash for tips. Tips should only be given at the end of your stay, and if you have had a totally satisfactory experience. If you wish, you can place your tip in an envelope with the relevant person’s name on it.
Here's are suggested minimums.
• Transfer drivers: USD2 - 5 per transfer
• Lodge Guides and Day Tour Guides: USD15 per person per day
• Lodge Trackers: USD5 - 10 per person per day (if you have a tracker, not all lodges utilize trackers)
• Lodge staff: the easiest way to tip the lodge's cooks, housekeepers and porters is to use the staff tipping box - the contents of which are shared - at the end of your stay. Work on USD 10 per person per day. If there is someone who has really stood out and provided excellent service, you may want to tip him or her separately - simply put your tip in an envelope with the person's name on it or pass it on via the camp manager.
It is worth considering your tips at home and preparing to have enough smaller denominations of whatever currency you plan to use – change and smaller notes are unlikely to be available in remote parts of Africa.
Included:
Transfers and breakfast.
Day notes
You will be transferred back to the airport [the flight time will be confirmed the day before by Moremi Air directly with the guest house] - please do ask them to confirm the timing if they do not let you know the afternoon before.
The Moremi Air team will assist you through the airport and security and on to the aircraft. Upon arrival in the Central Kalahari, you will be met and transferred to the lodge to settle in. Your guide and or management will explain the daily routine and plan.
Typically on safari you will be woken up early, have a light breakfast with hot drinks, fruit, toast and snacks before heading out at first light. Depending on what you are seeing and conditions, you could spend between 3 – 4 hours before returning to camp for breakfast or brunch. Siesta through the middle of the day and then you may have lunch or a high-tea [each camp operates its own schedule], and then head out again in the afternoon between 3pm and 4pm. Afternoon game drives sometimes go on after dark, depending on park rules, so it is considered a night drive if you do go into the dark where you may view nocturnal creatures or even follow big cats on the hunt. [National Parks have gate times while private concessions do not] Return to camp around 7pm for dinner before heading back to your room for the night.
Transfer from The Maun Studios to Maun International Airport [MUB]
17 Jan 2026
Transfer
The Maun Studios
Maun International Airport [MUB]
Scheduled Flight from Maun International Airport [MUB] to Tau Pan
17 Jan 2026
Moremi Air - Botswana
Scheduled Flight
Maun International Airport [MUB]
Tau Pan
+267 686 3632
Stay at Tau Pan
Expert tips:
In the summer months, game drives at Tau Pan are often at their most rewarding, as seasonal rains transform the pans into green grasslands that attract springbok, gemsbok, wildebeest and other plains game, followed closely by predators such as lion, cheetah and brown hyena. Drives focus on tracking animals across the open pans and along established routes, with sightings shaped by fresh spoor and patient searching rather than high vehicle densities. Bush walks add an intimate dimension to the experience, usually led by the camp guide together with a San Bushman tracker, and concentrate on reading tracks, understanding desert survival skills, medicinal plants and the smaller details of the Kalahari ecosystem. These walks are less about big game encounters and more about connecting deeply with the landscape, offering a fascinating insight into how life thrives in this vast, seemingly austere environment.
Included:
All meals, locally supplied drinks and safari activities.
Excluded:
Premium drinks.
Day notes
20 Jan, Today you fly back north to the Okavango to your next camp. Flight and transfer times will be communicated the day before.
The daily program will be similar except here you have more activities and off-road driving is possible, as well as night drives.
Scheduled Flight from Tau Pan to Rra Dinare
20 Jan 2026
Moremi Air - Botswana
Scheduled Flight
Tau Pan
Rra Dinare
+267 686 3632
Stay at Rra Dinare
Expert tips:
Daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicles explore the private concession bordering Moremi Game Reserve, offering excellent chances to see elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, wild dogs and a variety of antelope across floodplains, woodlands and riverine habitats. Night drives reveal the delta’s nocturnal wildlife, from civets and porcupines to other rarely seen creatures. Guided nature walks allow guests to experience the landscape on foot, learning about tracks, plants and the smaller wildlife that sustain the ecosystem. When water levels permit, traditional mokoro excursions glide silently through the waterways, providing intimate encounters with birds, aquatic life, and the unique serenity of the delta’s channels and lagoons. All activities are led by experienced guides and tailored to the season, giving visitors a full sense of the diversity and beauty of this extraordinary region.
Included:
All meals, locally supplied drinks and safari activities.
Day notes
23 Jan, Today you fly further north into the Okavango to your next camp. Flight and transfer times will be communicated the day before.
The daily program will be similar except here you also have the option for walking safaris, subject to safety limits.
Scheduled Flight from Rra Dinare to 4 Rivers
23 Jan 2026
Moremi Air - Botswana
Scheduled Flight
Rra Dinare
4 Rivers
+267 686 3632
Stay at 4 Rivers
Included:
All meals, locally supplied drinks and safari activities.
Day notes
26 Jan, today you fly north to Kasane where you will be met by the Muchenje team and transferred to the lodge.
The final safari leg is in Chobe national park and you can do river safaris on the Chobe River, birding here is phenomenal on the shallow islands and river banks - feel free to ask to do more boat trips if you wish.
Scheduled Flight from 4 Rivers to Kasane Airport [BBK]
26 Jan 2026
Moremi Air - Botswana
Scheduled Flight
4 Rivers
Kasane Airport [BBK]
+267 686 3632
Transfer from Kasane Airport [BBK] to Muchenje Safari Lodge
26 Jan 2026
Muchenje Safari Lodge
Transfer
Kasane Airport [BBK]
Muchenje Safari Lodge
Stay at Muchenje Safari Lodge
Expert tips:
Guests can head out on morning, afternoon and full‑day game drives into Chobe National Park in open 4×4 vehicles to see large elephant herds, buffalo, lions and other iconic wildlife. Boat excursions on the Chobe River provide close‑up animal and bird sightings from the water, and when conditions allow, mokoro rides explore shallow channels and floodplains. Guided walking safaris offer a slower, more intimate way to experience tracks, plants and smaller creatures, while night drives in the forest reserve reveal nocturnal animals in action. There’s also the chance to visit a local village for cultural insight, or simply relax at the lodge and enjoy the views over the floodplain and river.
Included:
All meals, locally supplied drinks and safari activities.
Day notes
The lodge team will transfer you back to the airport to meet Pearls Tours at 11am. It is approximately an hour on the road plus the time crossing the border to Vic Falls town.
You would need to view the falls this afternoon if you only stay one night in Vic Falls, the lodge offers scheduled transfers tot the falls and there are plenty of taxis available too.
For dinner, you can eat in the lodge, or there are a few recommended options in town - accessed by taxi, please get teh lodeg to call and book a table for you.
🍽️ The Lookout Cafe 4.6•Restaurant•
A must-visit casual dining spot perched dramatically on the edge of Batoka Gorge with sweeping views of the Zambezi River and the Victoria Falls Bridge — great for lunch, refreshments, cocktails or dinner with a view. The menu blends African/local and international flavours, including game meats, burgers, salads, and seasonal dishes, and the relaxed open-air vibe is perfect after exploring the Falls or watching nearby gorge activities. The Lookout Cafe
🍷 The Victoria Falls Hotel – The Livingstone Room 4.6•Hotel
Located inside the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel, The Livingstone Room is Victoria Falls’ premier fine-dining restaurant. It’s elegant, historically styled with Edwardian charm, and typically open for dinner only, featuring a refined à la carte or table d’hôte menu — ideal for special occasions or a classic evening out. Smart casual attire is expected.
🍽️ Baines Restaurant 4.8•Restaurant
A scenic riverside restaurant situated right on the banks of the Zambezi River upstream from the Falls. Baines offers freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), cocktails and relaxed service with stunning river views and the sound of the rapids. It’s a great choice for a peaceful lunch or sunset dinner with nature as your backdrop.
🍕 The Social Kitchen Victoria Falls 4.8•Restaurant
A popular casual restaurant a short distance from the main town centre — known for its friendly vibe, outdoor terrace atmosphere, and varied menu. Expect wood-fired pizzas, burgers, grilled dishes, salads and some local-inspired plates, all at reasonable prices with a laid-back setting that’s perfect for lunch or dinner with friends or family.
Check-out from Muchenje Safari Lodge
Transfer from Muchenje Safari Lodge to Kasane Airport [BBK]
29 Jan 2026
Muchenje
Transfer
Muchenje Safari Lodge
10:00
Kasane Airport [BBK]
11:00
Transfer from Kasane Airport [BBK] to Batonka Guest Lodge
29 Jan 2026
Pearls Tours Vic Falls
Transfer
Kasane Airport [BBK]
11:00
Batonka Guest Lodge
12:20
+263 717 100 475
Check-in to Batonka Guest Lodge
Expert tips:
WALK THE FALLS IN ZIMBABWE
No matter how you decide to visit “The Smoke That Thunders” very few people are ever really prepared for the incredible beauty and mesmerising strength and power of the mighty Victoria Falls. The heart-pounding sensation of actually standing on the edge of the precipice above the raging waters is something quite unforgettable. You can make you way along the designated path which takes you to the various 16 view points along the edge, from the devil's cataract, through the rain forest and on to danger point – the sheer magic of the Victoria Falls is that you will not find big barriers or walls to keep you away from the edge and one can really experience the sheer might of them – up close!
You do not need to be guided, there is an informative visitor centre, you need around 2 hours to walk the entire length and all teh viewpoints, which is recommended, you can take longer if you spend time to enjoy each viewpoint, or you can walk at speed and do it quicker.
Entry to Vic Falls National Park is US$50 payable in cash [or card] upon entry.
Included:
Breakfast and transfers
Day notes
This morning after breakfast you will be collected by the Pearls Tours team at 11am and transferred to the airport.
Check-out from Batonka Guest Lodge
Transfer from Batonka Guest Lodge to Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA]
30 Jan 2026
Pearls Tours Vic Falls
Transfer
Batonka Guest Lodge
11:00
Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA]
11:30
+263 717 100 475
Scheduled Flight from Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA] to OR Tambo International Airport [JNB]
30 Jan 2026
Airlink [4Z]
Scheduled Flight
495
Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA]
14:00
OR Tambo International Airport [JNB]
15:45
A
+27 11 451 7300
