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Trip of a Lifetime

This safari exceeded every expectation. Exodus has created an outstanding itinerary that showcases the very best of Botswana and Zimbabwe, combining incredible wildlife encounters with comfortable lodges, knowledgeable guides, and unforgettable experiences.
The wildlife viewing was simply exceptional and we were fortunate enough to witness some truly remarkable moments.
The lodges were all unique, each with its own character, but every one was comfortable, welcoming and of excellent quality. The food was good and plentiful.
We travelled with three couples and five solo travelers, and it was an absolute pleasure sharing this adventure with such wonderful people. The friendships, laughter and shared excitement added another special dimension to an already incredible experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Baby rhino nursing from its mother was incredibly special, while seeing a leopard with its kill high in a tree and spending time observing painted dogs were experiences we’ll never forget.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide Siziba and driver Gift were outstanding. Gift’s smile lit up every day, and he did a fantastic job navigating the long driving days and challenging roads while keeping the group relaxed. Siziba’s attention to detail was second to none. His goal was always to give us the best possible experience. His knowledge, passion, and dedication were exceptional. Together, they made an incredible team and played a huge part in making this trip so memorable

Advice for Potential Travellers

The early morning game drives can be surprisingly cold, especially in the open vehicles. Bring a warm jacket, gloves, a toque, and a buff or neck gaiter. A power bank is very useful for the longer travel days, and a headlamp is essential for your stay in the Okavango Delta. If you have room in your luggage, bring some school supplies for the local school visit. The children and teachers are incredibly grateful, and it’s a small gesture that makes a real difference. Finally, enjoy every moment. From the spectacular wildlife and beautiful lodges to the friendships you’ll make along the way, this is an adventure you’ll remember for the rest of your life. I would recommend this Exodus safari without hesitation.

Close encounters with lots of wild animals

Great trip, lots of wild animals – lions, elephants, giraffes, zebra, wildebeasts, warthogs, hippos, rhinos, kudus, impalas – great guide and driver, very nice accommodation.

Most Inspirational Moment

Close ups with elephants, lions and rhinos Sunset dinner cruise

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good, as was driver. We had several very unfortunate incidents - none the fault of Exodus or guide - and guide dealt with them very well. Some long journeys on AWFUL roads - grateful for a good and careful driver.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Pack important items and spare clothing in hand luggage - be prepared for main luggage to be delayed. If travelling with companion cross pack ie share luggage. Allow minimum 3 hours for connecting flights to reduce stress and allow for delayed incoming flight. Avoid Addis Ababa airport. If transiting through Addis take yellow fever vax cert in case miss connecting flight. Do not drink from drinking water fountain at Addis airport. Go a day early if you can in case delayed.

Dream safari group tour

Amazing close wildlife experience including Big Five ++. Brilliant guide, well planned tour, nice lodges, long drives but very good driver. Life lasting memories!

Most Inspirational Moment

The meeting with local polers of mokoros bringing us through the Okavango Delta to our tent camp and the two days there. And night Safari in Hwange. And many more moments 😀

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide Onary was absolutely oustanding in planning, timing, attention to everyones need, knowledge on the 2 countries and on wildlife and even birds. Turned into a chef in the Okavango delta. Best meals ever, cooked over the fire. Could not imagine any better guide!! Also Sam, our driver, was so skilled at managing the bumpy roads, always kind and keeping calm and together with Onary contributing to the the feeling of family of the group!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just lean back and enjoy every bit of these two amazing weeks. Remember warm clothes for mornings (including gloves) and smaller change for the local guides and markets.

Fabulous Trip

We went with Onary and Sam August 3 – 16, 2025.

Most Inspirational Moment

Bonfires at while camping

Thoughts on Group Leader

I have been on several tour guided holidays, I must say that Onary & Sam were the BEST. They are both well suited for these jobs! They took very good care of us and were fun to talk with throughout the holiday.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Follow the instructions on the Trip Notes that Onary provides. I missed bringing a towel.

Botswana and Zimbabwe

This was an amazing experience and its memories will live with us for years to come. Very well looked after by the the team whose care, passion and professionalism contributed to the complete success of the trip from Chobe to Okavango Delta, from Matopos to Hwange and finally to the majestic Victoria Falls

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many. Each day better than the one before, even when you thought that that was not possible. Elephants, hippos, rhinos and lions up close and personal. Ending at Victoria Falls was unique.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent in all aspects. Knowledgeable, attentive, professional, resourceful. True leader

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't miss the opportunity (if you can) to view both the Okavango Delta (aeroplane) and Victoria Falls (helicopter) from the air

Unforgettable Journey

This trip could not have been better. Everything was meticulously planned and flawlessly implemented, the lodgings were beautiful, and the itinerary was just what I wanted: wildlife-centered. The safari guides were truly super-human in their ability to track and find the animals. They seemed to communicate with them and read their moods, all the while talking quietly to us about the animals’ diet, behavior, habits, and lifespans. Because we covered some long distances, we were able to see a lot of the countryside of Botswana and Zimbabwe, and we got to go to places that I couldn’t have gotten to on my own. It was a all-around superb trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

All the wildlife sightings were special, but maybe the highlight was seeing the white rhinos, because they are so rare. We went in on foot with 2 guide/trackers and 2 members of Zimbabwe's anti-poaching unit. I really appreciated their passion for and dedication to protecting the animals. Seeing the rhinos also completed our sighting of the Big 5, so that was truly an ecstatic moment.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Group leader Onary Chimunda and our driver Sam Mnemo were exceptional. Onary went above and beyond in getting to know everyone personally, attending to unexpected problems, and team-building. He set up a WhatsApp group chat so we could all share our best photos. Not only did he see to all the logistics, but he personally cooked for us during our 2 days camping out in the Delta. Sam cheerfully drove us through some pretty rough terrain, always with energy and good humor. We were very lucky to have them as our guides.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you ever get the chance to go to Africa, drop everything and join this trip.

Trip of a lifetime

A terrific experience of seeing wonderful animals close up in their natural environments and enjoying the hospitality of so many people so proud to show their countries to best advantage.

Most Inspirational Moment

Spoilt for choice. There was at least one wow! moment everyday. On balance it had to be the walks in the Delta with KK and his team and seeing so many wonderful animals up close and gaining a real understanding of the importance of the eco system. I know more about termites and poo than I ever thought possible.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Adonia was just fantastic. Passionate, knowledgeable, his pride of both countries was infectious. Always felt super-safe in his hands and his great camaraderie with Gift our fabulous driver made for a great team.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t bother with local SIM cards -coverage is poor and WiFi in lodges was adequate. Three pin South African plugs worked in all accommodation in both countries. Lots of small dollar notes for tipping and smaller purchases. Tipping is expected ( and deserved) everywhere. Flip flops for wearing in rooms where floors are hard and cold. Delta helicopter trip and sunset cruise on last night both exceptional and highly recommended.

Cracker of a trip!

A terrific journey taking in different national parks, animals galore, Vic falls and a wonderful wild camping experience

Most Inspirational Moment

Wild camping in the okovango delta. Meeting local polers who guided us to hippos, giraffe and elephants.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Adonia is a terrific leader, he made the trip so memorable with his expert knowledge and friendly manner. Never phased, always chilled. Always in a good mood. Also a good cook!

Advice for Potential Travellers

As others have posted, take small dollar bills. Take warm clothing for early mornings and evenings, especially in delta. Also gets cold in open sided vehicles until day warms up. We loved the helicopter at the delta. Also the last night the group did a sunset cruise, food and scenery lovely.

The Trip of a Lifetime!!

This trip was genuinely spectacular. I went into it with so much excitement and anticipation, and came home with my expectations completely blown out the water! Somehow, every day on the trip seems to get better and better. Every day, you end off thinking ‘what else could we possibly see?’ – and somehow, the following day delivers something just as, if not more spectacular. If you have your eye on this trip and are thinking about booking – let this be the review to push you over the line in just going ahead and booking – you will NOT regret it!

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking with Rhinos in Matopos National Park, and watching the sunset next to the hippo pool in the Okovango Delta. So many other moments to share but those immediately jumped to my mind.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant. You will be grateful if you ever land with Siziba (Siza) and Gift. They go above and beyond every day to make sure everyone is getting what they paid for. Truly world-class in what they do.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for some heat if travelling towards the end of the year, especially in the delta. Make sure to have enough cash on hand for tips. Card accessibility is great, can use your credit card almost everywhere on the trip. Bring your camera because you will not want to miss out on the amazing things you'll see.

A gem of a trip.

A truly wonderful trip. A chance to travel into Zimbabwe – an African country I hadn’t visited before – and to revisit Botswana staying in comfortable lodges, plus the highlight of wild camping for 2 nights in the Okavango Delta. Very comfortable transport which was appreciated on the couple of long drives on bumpy roads. A great group of travel companions (including our guide) who enjoyed the shared experiences and lots of laughter and banter during evening meals and a memorable sunset cruise.

Most Inspirational Moment

Innumerable inspiring moments. Close encounters with lions, elephants, rhinos and hippos. Sitting round camp fire and being entertained by the wonderful polers after delicious food cooked by Adonia. Numerous bird sighting. Given the opportunity to walk in the Delta and Matopos. Optional plane ride over the Delta emphasised its beauty and vastness. The immense knowledge of all our guides in national parks about the animals and birds we encountered. The lovely tented accommodation at Nata with an outdoor shower. Starry moonlit night skies. Beauty of Matopos hills.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Adonia is definitely a 5 * guide. Reading previous reviews, it seems that it is usual to have a guide and driver. Adonia performed both of these roles efficiently and with great good humour, ensuring everyone in the group was included, any problem dealt with swiftly, giving clear instructions and generally being one step ahead of any likely difficulties. His knowledge of wild life is great. His English is perfect. He is a fantastic cook. We learnt so much from him about Zimbabwe (his country) and Botswana. Any future group are lucky to have him as their guide.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just enjoy and immerse yourself in every experience. Don’t expect to see everything on your wish list - so much depends on time of year etc. - and the luck of being in the right place at the right time. As said in previous reviews - put any footwear in top of luggage ready for disinfecting going into Botswana. There are a couple of days of long drives over bumpy “roads” but plenty of opportunities for snack and comfort breaks. The majority of our group felt we had too long at Vic Falls at the end of the trip and would have preferred more time in Hwange, perhaps because no one was interested in the optional activities there. However the Falls themselves are awe inspiring. Take some US $ in small denominations for tips and souvenirs in Zimbabwe. WiFi available in all lodges and ATMs in major towns.