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Elephants at the Chobe River on a Chobe day trip from Livingstone

The Smoke That Thunders: Victoria Falls Family Holiday

One riverside lodge, the world's largest curtain of falling water, and elephants swimming in Botswana.

ToursZambia 5n 6d Victoria Falls Family

Tour Overview

Route

Livingstone (LVI) → Upper Zambezi sunset cruise → Victoria Falls (Zambian side) → Kazungula Bridge → Chobe National Park (Botswana) → Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park → Mukuni village → Livingstone Island → Livingstone (LVI)

Duration

5N - 6D

Tour Highlights

Walking the rainforest trails and Knife-Edge Bridge at Victoria Falls

Cruising the Upper Zambezi at sunset past hippos and riverbank elephants

Watching elephant herds swim across the Chobe River in Botswana

Spotting lions, buffalo and giraffes on an afternoon game drive in Chobe

Seeing white rhinos up close with armed scouts in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

Visiting Mukuni village to meet the Leya community

Picnicking on Livingstone Island at the very edge of the falls (seasonal)

Staying five nights at one riverside lodge — no packing between stops

Attractions Covered

Victoria Falls / Mosi-oa-Tunya (UNESCO) — "The Smoke That Thunders", shared by Zambia and ZimbabweKnife-Edge Bridge — Footbridge facing the main falls, often drenched in sprayUpper Zambezi River — Wide river above the falls, with hippos, crocodiles and birdlifeKazungula Bridge — Road bridge linking Zambia and BotswanaChobe National Park, Botswana — River and woodland park famous for its elephantsMosi-oa-Tunya National Park — Small park near Livingstone with guarded white rhinosMukuni village — Traditional Leya village near the fallsLivingstone Island — Island at the lip of the falls, reached by boat (seasonal)

Photo Gallery

Elephants at the Chobe River on a Chobe day trip from Livingstone
Riverside lodge deck on the Upper Zambezi on a Victoria Falls family tour package
Breakfast with a river view at a Livingstone lodge on a Zambia family safari
Village near Livingstone visited on a Victoria Falls holiday from India

Tour Itinerary

Route

Livingstone (LVI) → Upper Zambezi sunset cruise → Victoria Falls (Zambian side) → Kazungula Bridge → Chobe National Park (Botswana) → Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park → Mukuni village → Livingstone Island → Livingstone (LVI)

Duration

5N - 6D

Important Note:

Itinerary is subject to change based on local conditions, weather, and other factors. We'll do our best to adhere to the schedule but flexibility may be required.

Tour Inclusions

What's Included

  • 5 nights in a 4-star riverside lodge on the Upper Zambezi near Livingstone (twin-sharing; family rooms on request)
  • Daily breakfast and dinner at the lodge
  • Lunch on the Chobe day trip and picnic on Livingstone Island (seasonal)
  • Vegetarian meals confirmed as standard on all included meals; Jain meals on request (TBC)
  • Private airport transfers and private transfers for all activities in Zambia
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls (Zambian side) with park entry
  • Sunset cruise on the Upper Zambezi with soft drinks and snacks
  • Full-day Chobe trip: transfer to the Kazungula border, boat cruise on the Chobe River, lunch and afternoon game drive (Botswana park fees included)
  • Guided game drive to see white rhinos in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
  • Guided visit to Mukuni village
  • Livingstone Island boat trip and picnic (water-level dependent, roughly June–January; age limits apply — TBC)
  • Zambian national park and conservation fees at current rates (TBC)
  • 5% GST and all applicable local taxes
  • 24/7 on-trip support via WhatsApp and call

What's Not Included

  • International airfare (unless specified)
  • Zambia, Zimbabwe (if visiting) and Botswana visa or entry fees (amounts TBC at booking, subject to change)
  • Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover (strongly recommended)
  • Yellow fever vaccination and malaria medication
  • Tips for guides, boat crews and lodge staff (customary on safari)
  • Personal expenses — laundry, phone calls, premium drinks
  • Lunches beyond inclusions
  • Helicopter flight over the falls, Zimbabwe-side falls visit, other activities not listed
  • Any services not explicitly mentioned under Inclusions

Cancellation Policy

  • 130+ days before departure: Full refund minus 10% processing fee
  • 215–29 days before departure: 50% refund
  • 37–14 days before departure: 25% refund
  • 4Less than 7 days or no-show: Non-refundable
  • 5Force majeure: Full credit note valid 12 months
  • 6Note: some lodges and activity operators have stricter cancellation terms, which we share in writing before you pay (TBC).

Important Note:

We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip investment. Please read all terms and conditions carefully before booking.

Package Upgrade Options

Enhance your trip with these optional upgrades. Tell us what you'd like when you enquire.

  • Hotel Upgrade to a 5-star Lodge at the Falls: +₹62,000 per person
  • Private Transfers Throughout: Already private in Zambia — make the Chobe day fully private (own boat and vehicle): +₹28,000 per person
  • Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls (around 15 minutes): +₹21,000 per person
Starting from
₹189990.00per person

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Victoria Falls with a rainbow in the spray on a Victoria Falls family tour package from India

Why Safari Sutra?

Most Victoria Falls family trips switch hotels or rush the falls into a day; we keep you in one riverside lodge for five nights, plan each activity around children's ages and energy, and include the Chobe day so the family sees Africa's big elephant herds without a long safari. We check every age limit and health requirement before you book.

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