Livingstone, Zambia & Chobe, Botswana

To fully enjoy the wildlife-viewing and touring opportunities this expedition offers, guests should be in good general health and fully mobile. A high degree of physical fitness is not required, although the itinerary may include some long days. Activities may require walking and standing unaided on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces; climbing into and out of safari vehicles and boats; navigating stairs without handrails; and traveling in open four-wheel-drive vehicles over rough terrain.

Those with specific medical or mobility concerns are encouraged to contact us prior to booking.

July – August | Peak Dry Season

July and August are among the most sought-after months for safari travel in both Zambia and Botswana. Days are typically mild to warm, with cool mornings and evenings and very little rainfall. As seasonal water sources dry out, wildlife concentrates along the Chobe River and the Zambezi, creating exceptional game viewing conditions. Elephant herds gather in large numbers along the Chobe floodplains, while visibility through the bush improves as vegetation thins during the dry season.

Victoria Falls is usually flowing strongly during this period following the rainy season upstream, with substantial spray and dramatic water volume along the Zambian side of the Falls.

October | Hot Season & Dramatic Wildlife Viewing

October marks the end of the dry season and is often considered one of the most intense wildlife viewing periods of the year. Temperatures rise significantly across both Zambia and Botswana, with hot afternoons and warm evenings, but wildlife activity around the rivers increases as animals rely heavily on permanent water sources.

Along the Chobe River, large elephant herds, buffalo, and predators are commonly seen near the shoreline and floodplains. In Livingstone, water levels at Victoria Falls begin to drop, revealing more of the gorge structure and creating clearer views from the Zambian side.

November – December | Early Green Season

The first rains typically arrive in November, transforming the landscape from dry winter bush to fresh green vegetation. Temperatures remain warm, often accompanied by dramatic afternoon clouds and occasional thunderstorms. This transitional season brings excellent photographic conditions, clearer air, and fewer visitors throughout the region.

Birdlife becomes especially active during this time, with migratory species returning to the Zambezi and Chobe ecosystems. Young animals begin appearing across the floodplains, while the changing light and greener landscapes create a very different atmosphere from the peak dry season months.

Victoria Falls continues to offer strong flow in November, while December often brings lower water levels and increased visibility into the gorge itself, particularly from the Zambian side.

A non-refundable prepayment deposit of a minimum 30% of the total Tour cost, along with a completed and signed Terms and Conditions, Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Agreement (Agreement) are required in order to confirm your reservation. This deposit includes a non-refundable $500 per person booking administration fee. Upon receipt of these forms and your deposit, we will confirm your trip. This Agreement, [the signed Reservation form and the signed Agreement], are all part of your agreement with us. The balance of your Tour cost is due 98 days prior to departure.

As part of the trip confirmation process all adult travelers will be required to execute a document indicating their assent in writing, agreeing to the terms and conditions as set forth below. Bushtracks African Expeditions Inc., d.b.a. Bushtracks Expeditions (“Bushtracks”, “we” or “us”) will provide as part of the reservation process, a document describing the trip and the terms and conditions that apply to the Tour, the itinerary for, and all issues related to the Tour.

Cancellations for all or any part of the Tour will not be effective until received in writing in the offices of Bushtracks. Should you cancel, the following terms will apply: reservation cancellation(s) are subject to loss of deposit, including booking administration fee, from the time of booking through 98 days prior to departure; from 97 through 75 days prior to departure,  50% of the published full regular tariffs; from 74 through 62 days prior to departure, 75% of the published full regular tariffs; cancellations 61 days or less prior to departure, a no-show, or early return from the Tour will result in loss of 100% of the tour price. In addition, applicable airline cancellation or optional excursion cancellation fees may apply.

Your decision not to participate on the Tour due to State Department or Centers for Disease Control advisories or warnings, fear of travel, or for any other reason will be deemed a cancellation. If a flight or other delay for any reason prevents you from joining the Tour on the Tour start date, you will be considered a no-show.  No refunds will be available, but you may join the Tour late if you wish and if feasible to do so.

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Minimum 2, maximum 8 guests. Departures not guaranteed below minimum — guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund. 2026 Departure Dates: 2 July, 23 July, 20 August, 22 October, 5 November, 19 November,

10 December. For groups larger than 8 guests, contact us for availability.