The Classic Collection
From the crashing Victoria Falls to the meandering Okavango Delta, this safari visits the best destinations in Zimbabwe and Botswana. Encounter the huge elephant herds of Chobe, search for rhinos and leopards in Matopos and spot wild dogs in Hwange. Starry skies and burnished sunsets complete the adventure.
Classic: The quintessential Exodus adventure, pairing iconic sights and cultural discovery with comfortable stays
Classic: The quintessential Exodus adventure, pairing iconic sights and cultural discovery with comfortable stays
See our Activity Level Guidelines to check if this holiday is right for you.
See our Activity Level Guidelines to check if this holiday is right for you.
The adventure begins at Victoria Falls, home to one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Meet the group either at the airport or at the Rainbow Hotel in Victoria Falls town (see the Joining Instructions for more information). We then transfer 75mi (120km) to Kasane, Botswana. The drive takes a little over two hours but there can be delays crossing the border.
Around 6pm, say hello to your tour leader and fellow travellers where we gather as a group to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome over a group dinner together.
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Chobe National Park is best known for its huge populations of elephants and buffalos. With an estimated 40,000 to 60,000 elephants this is, undoubtedly, the best place to see them in the world. The park is also home to wild dogs, lions, leopards and various other wildlife.
We start the day by going on a game drive in one of the lodge’s open game-drive vehicles. It will be an early start as we aim to get to the park gates as they open. We spend about three hours on safari before returning to the lodge in time for brunch.
There is time to relax at the lodge during the hottest part of the day or explore Kasane town (where we can get local currency) before heading out again, this time on a boat on the Chobe River. After a short transfer to the jetty, we board the boat for a three-hour safari. This is a great opportunity to view the vast herds of elephants and other wildlife from the water.
Today is a long drive as we transfer the 375mi (600km) between Kasane and Maun, the town on the edge of the Okavango Delta. We’ll stop en route for lunch at the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pan before arriving in Maun mid-afternoon. We spend time in town getting supplies (this is a chance for you to get any extra drinks or snacks you may want while in the delta). From here, it’s only a short drive out of town to our lodge.
The Okavango River, after travelling 995mi (1,600km) from the highlands of Angola, reaches the Kalahari and spreads into a large swamp where the water transpires into the plant life and evaporates, never reaching the sea. This makes the Okavango Delta, as this swamp is known, one of the largest inland deltas on Earth and a true natural wonder. The delta islands are home to a vast array of wildlife, including all the usual suspects, though numbers reach their peak during the dryer winter months when animals, including many of the larger ones, migrate here.
We head into the delta in mokoro dugout canoes poled by local villagers who have grown up here. Camping with our local guides, we learn more about their lifestyle and culture; in the evening of Day 5, we’re also treated to traditional music and dance of the BaYei and Hambukushu ethnic groups, an unforgettable chance to learn more about their culture.
The camp will be put up by the polers and we use canvas dome tents with camp stretchers, mattresses, sleeping bags and pillows provided. There is also a gazebo for shade, which doubles as a mess tent. Please note, you only need to take luggage for two nights – bags will be provided.
In the delta, we get to experience African wilderness at its fullest, not least at night when the Milky Way can be seen across the sky with a billion twinkling stars.
We spend the next two days exploring the waterways and islands by mokoro canoe and on foot looking for wildlife and enjoying this amazing part of Africa.
This morning, we have our last mokoro ride as we return to the edge of the delta before returning to Maun. The afternoon is free to relax by the pool or take an optional flight over the delta.
After a brief stop in Maun to resupply, we transfer 200mi (320km) to Nata, arriving mid-afternoon. Later, we gather together, either at the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan or Elephant Sands water hole, to enjoy an unforgettable sundowner together.
Today we continue our journey back to Zimbabwe. We go via Francistown and Bulawayo on our way to Matobo National Park. The journey is about 218mi (350km) and driving time shouldn’t be much more than about 5hrs 30 mins; however, the border crossing can be busy and may take between two and three hours. We stay in chalets just outside the park and can enjoy sundowners from the granite ridge overlooking the park.
Matobo National Park, also known as Matopos National Park, is an area known for wildlife and kopjes (giant boulders that seem to be stacked precariously). The park is one of the best places to see both black and white rhinos and has a very dense population of leopards (though these predators are still elusive). It is also home to a third of all eagle species.
These hills were once populated by the indigenous San people, who have left their mark with rock paintings depicting giraffes, elands and kudu. It was also the colonialist Cecil Rhodes’ favourite place and where he asked to be buried.
We enter Matobo National Park early in the morning and go on a game drive followed by a game walk where we hope to see rhino. We visit World’s End, where Cecil Rhodes is buried, and see some of the granite formations and rock paintings. We spend most of the day inside the park returning to the lodge in the afternoon.
After a breakfast we make a quick stop in Bulawayo this morning to resupply before driving 200mi (320km) north to Hwange National Park.
The largest national park in Zimbabwe, Hwange covers 5,640sqmi (14,600sqkm) of mopane and teak woodlands and grasslands. It is home to more than 100 mammal species and 400 bird species including all of the specially protected animals in the country. The most famous inhabitants are the elephants and wild dogs, and it is the only place where gemsbok and brown hyena live in reasonable numbers in Zimbabwe.
We stay in a property within a game-management area that neighbours the park.
We spend all day on a 4×4 open game drive in search of Hwange wildlife.
After a slightly later start to the day, we transfer this morning back to Victoria Falls, arriving at Victoria Falls town around lunchtime. In the afternoon, we head out towards the mighty falls themselves.
Measuring 5,580ft (1,700m) wide and 330ft (100m) high, Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall in the world. The volume of water changes with the seasons but, when full, the spray rises into the sky – a phenomenon that has given the falls their local name Mosi o Tunya, the Smoke that Thunders. They are a site to behold and one that impressed Dr David Livingstone so much that he said: ‘Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.’
Today is a free day to enjoy the many activities on offer here, such as white-water rafting, taking a flight over the falls, going on a sunset cruise or crossing into neighbouring Zambia to see the falls from another perspective.
You’ve explored the Okavango Delta by mokoro, spotted iconic safari animals and camped under the African sky, but now our adventure comes to an end.
Alternatively, if you’d like more time to experience the wonder that is Victoria Falls, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
Sunday 01 Nov 2026 to Saturday 14 Nov 2026
Botswana & Zimbabwe Lodge Safari
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Sunday 21 Mar 2027 to Saturday 03 Apr 2027
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Sunday 25 Apr 2027 to Saturday 08 May 2027
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Sunday 16 May 2027 to Saturday 29 May 2027
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Sunday 06 Jun 2027 to Saturday 19 Jun 2027
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Sunday 13 Jun 2027 to Saturday 26 Jun 2027
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Sunday 27 Jun 2027 to Saturday 10 Jul 2027
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Sunday 04 Jul 2027 to Saturday 17 Jul 2027
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Sunday 18 Jul 2027 to Saturday 31 Jul 2027
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Sunday 25 Jul 2027 to Saturday 07 Aug 2027
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Sunday 01 Aug 2027 to Saturday 14 Aug 2027
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Sunday 15 Aug 2027 to Saturday 28 Aug 2027
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Sunday 22 Aug 2027 to Saturday 04 Sep 2027
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Sunday 05 Sep 2027 to Saturday 18 Sep 2027
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Sunday 19 Sep 2027 to Saturday 02 Oct 2027
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Sunday 26 Sep 2027 to Saturday 09 Oct 2027
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Sunday 03 Oct 2027 to Saturday 16 Oct 2027
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Sunday 10 Oct 2027 to Saturday 23 Oct 2027
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Sunday 24 Oct 2027 to Saturday 06 Nov 2027
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Sunday 31 Oct 2027 to Saturday 13 Nov 2027
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Sunday 21 Nov 2027 to Saturday 04 Dec 2027
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We aim to secure locally owned accommodation that is well located, offers good value for money, and plenty of comfort.
For this trip, we spend nine nights in lodges, two nights in a hotel and two nights of full-service camping. The normal accommodation used is on the day-to-day itinerary.
Wild camping in the Okavango Delta
The highlight stay on this trip for many, however, is our two nights of wild camping in the Okavango Delta. Our neighbours, which you’ll likely hear shuffling around at night, include hippos, elephants and lions, while our away-from-it-all location normally allows us to see a night sky illuminated with stars. To make things easier, our camp is set up for us and all equipment is provided. We sleep in spacious, two-person tents fitted with mattress-topped camp beds and there is a bush shower and toilet, while dinner is taken around our atmospheric campfire.
Worth knowing
This trip is graded Activity Level 2 (Easy & Moderate) and has a Wildlife Rating of Four. For more information on our trip gradings please visit the Activity Level Guidelines page or our Wildlife Holidays page for more on our Wildlife Ratings. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.
Drives: This two-week safari covers a lot of ground but connects some of the best places in Botswana and Zimbabwe. It does mean, however, there are some long drives on a combination of paved and dirt roads, though you never know when you may spot wildlife, even outside the parks. The longer drives between the sites are done in a more comfortable minibus while the game drives are done in special safari vehicles. Drive times and distances are provided in the daily itinerary as a guide. These are approximate and don’t include stops – actual journey times will vary depending on road and weather conditions. Ongoing roadworks may also result in longer journey times.
Accommodation: This is a safari for people who want to see wildlife and get immersed in nature but do it in more comfort. While not luxury, accommodation is in lodges apart from the two nights in the Okavango Delta, which are in our wild campsite.
Weather: October and November are hotter months but are also good for wildlife viewing.
Legal note: All group members joining this tour will be asked to sign an indemnity form at the start of the trip. This indemnity form is a requirement of the South African Tourism Service Association, of which our local supplier is a member. As a client of Exodus Travels Ltd, your rights under the Package Travel Regulations (1992) are unaffected, and Exodus remains liable for the actions of our sub-contractors.
Joining point: Clients can join this tour either at the airport (see below) or the Rainbow Hotel, 278 Park Way, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Recommended arrival time if joining at the Rainbow Hotel: Before 1pm to catch the transfer to Kasane in Botswana. There will be a welcome briefing around 6pm on the first evening of the trip.
Exodus provides one group transfer from the airport, which then goes to the Rainbow Hotel in Victoria Falls (on the Zimbabwean side) to pick up clients meeting there. The group will then travel to Kasane, Botswana, so it is essential all clients catch this transfer, either at the airport or the Rainbow Hotel.
This transfer is normally from Victoria Falls Airport (also on the Zimbabwean side). However, some departures may have the group transfer departing from Livingstone Airport (on the Zambian side).
You may join this transfer at no extra cost, provided you can be at the correct airport before the transfer leaves. Speak to your sales representative for the group transfer times or to arrange a private transfer.
If you would like further information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.
There’s a group departure transfer to the airport for those booked onto a chosen flight. Please speak to your sales representative if you wish to join. If the group departure transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative transfer.
Botswana
Currently British and Commonwealth and European passport holders do not require visas for Botswana.
If you are transiting through South Africa and are a non UK passport holder you may require a transit visa. Please check before travelling.
Please be aware that children under the age of 18 must provide a full birth certificate (a short one won’t be accepted) as well as a valid passport. If the child is travelling with only one parent or with another adult, the missing parent (or parents) will have to provide an affidavit giving their consent for the child to travel. If flying via S. Africa you may have to pass immigration between flights and the same regulation is needed for entry into S. Africa.
Zimbabwe
Most nationalities, including British require a visa to visit Zimbabwe. This can be obtained on arrival in Zimbabwe. The current charge for a single entry visit visa issued on arrival in Zimbabwe is US$55.00, although this could change. If you have not obtained a visa before travelling, you should bring enough cash with you to pay for your visa on arrival. You should ensure you have small notes as immigration officers may not be able to provide change.
For this itinerary we recommend the double entry visa for Zimbabwe (US$70.00) which is available to UK passport holders and some other nationalities.
Please note that if flying via South Africa you will probably have to pass immigration there. New regulations, as of the 1 Oct 2014, mean that children under 18 will have to have an unabridged birth certificate showing the names of both parents. If the child is travelling with only one parent they will need to have an affidavit from the other parent, of no more than 3 months, confirming the child can travel with the other parent; a court order granting full legal guardianship of the child; or a death certificate of the deceased parent.
The trip leaders do all the shopping and meal planning for the group. They always try to obtain fresh produce wherever possible. Each tour has one cool box for the meats and the fresh produce only and one cool box for cold drinks. We supply the following drinks: squash, tea or coffee served with meals. All other beverages will be at your own expense. We do not supply bottled drinking water although it is available at many shops on tour if you want to buy it yourself. On some days where early morning game drives are included, lunch may be substituted for a large brunch on return from the game drive – this is customary. We ensure the number of meals detailed in the Trip Notes are provided.
Please note, we need at least two weeks’ notice to deal with special dietary requirements (eg vegetarian or allergies.) For this reason, if you did not indicate these on your booking form, please advise us as soon as possible.
The water provided on this trip is safe and clean drinking water, normally from boreholes. It is not bottled water, however. If you would rather have bottled water then this will be at your expense, though we encourage you to make use of the safe drinking water provided as this helps diminish plastic consumption.
There is no best time to go in terms of game viewing or conditions in the Delta, as the Delta flows year-round, despite its flood periods. The wettest season is January and February, when travel on dirt roads becomes difficult. March to September, although dry and bright, can be cold at night (in June and July it really can be chilly on occasions so bring appropriate gear). Water levels in the Delta will be at their highest in July. From December to June, water levels in the Zambezi are at their highest, and the spray can be seen several miles away as it soars sometimes as much as 152m (500ft) in the air. October and November are the hottest months, and midday temperatures can be very uncomfortable. The rains normally start slowly in late November. December can be wet, but it does not rain for long periods and should definitely not put anyone off travelling, as there is always plenty of sunshine.
As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.
We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.
This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
You’ll also find Thriving Nature, Thriving People moments across our trips. These experiences are often a highlight of your adventure, while also benefiting the natural world or local communities.
On this trip, we:
In addition, we support the conservation of African elephants through our Foundation’s Free to Roam Project.
iNaturalist:
We’ve partnered with iNaturalist, a leading citizen science platform, to connect travellers with nature while contributing to global biodiversity research. On this tour, customers are invited to photograph and identify species using the iNaturalist app, helping to fill critical data gaps in under-recorded destinations and support real-world conservation efforts. Learn more about our partnership with iNaturalist.
Spare Space:
The Spare Space initiative encourages travellers to use extra luggage space to donate practical items to local communities – see the ‘What to Take’ section of your trip notes for more information.
I booked the tour as a solo traveler - I'd chosen this trip for it's small group and itinerary. In short, it was wonderful - the guide Adonia, the drive Sofisto and the fellow travelers were all fantastic people - fun, witty and a joy to be around.
Seeing 24 elephants running toward a water hole and once in, reveling in their relief and play - Complete with many baby elephants. It was such a wonder to behold.
Adonia was awesome at reading the crowd's mood and engaging those who may have been reticent. He was knowledgeable and kind, plus great at getting everyone excited to see the amazing sights. He was great!
There is a fair amount of driving days on this trip - I didn't mind but the some of the roads were in poor condition. Hope this improves. Bring a good camera - the animals are everywhere and a zoom lens is a must. The camping in the wild was a highlight of the trip!
We're delighted that Coleen had such a wonderful experience on her trip, and that Adonia, Sofisto and her fellow travellers helped make the holiday so memorable. It is especially lovely to hear that witnessing the elephants at the waterhole and the wild camping experience were such highlights.
An African safari has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember. This has been an incredible and unforgettable adventure. This tour was full of so many special and memorable moments. It surpassed anything I could have imagined.
So many! So hard to choose just one. From the incredible wildlife, even along the roadside (elephants, zebra, kudu, giraffe and many more), giving everyone a boost, particularly on some long drive days, or stopping to let them cross – LOL! To being so close to a baby rhino, a male lion or elephants (to name a few). It has been an absolute privilege to see so many wild animals roaming free in their natural environment. And so many different birds – I never realised! Seeing them all co-existing in their natural habitats. Amazing memories that will last a lifetime!
Ado (our group leader) – a fountain of knowledge. His energy, infectious enthusiasm, and passion for these countries and wildlife created an unforgettable adventure. He went above & beyond, accommodating individual requests & dietary requirements without hesitation. Nothing was too much trouble. Ado & Sifiso (our driver) made an exceptional team, working tirelessly to ensure we had the best time and remained safe. Sifiso incredibly kept us on schedule over extremely broken roads, always smiling.
Do not underestimate how cold the early morning game drives are (if going in July) – take layers, including a warm jacket, gloves, hat, etc. These can easily be removed once it starts to warm up. Roads can be very dusty too when out in the jeeps – a buff is very useful. Recommend taking small US$ notes ($1 & $5), particularly for Zimbabwe – these small notes are not easy to get whilst there, so recommend buying before you go, as very useful for tipping, etc. You can also change up to local currency whilst in Botswana. But US$ notes are accepted widely. If you are considering this tour, just book it, you won’t regret it!
Everyday a new adventure bringing amazing wild life encounters!
Too many! An elephant herd walking past our camp in the Okovango delta and walking with zebra and giraffe. Star gazing, milky way, Southern cross etc. Being eye to eye with a baby rhino in Matobo hills! Spending time with a young male lion in Hwange and watching hippos play.
Ado was amazing, passionate and knowledgeable about Botswana and Zimbabwe and brilliant wildlife and bird spotter. A great chef, cooking up a storm in the Delta ! Sifiso, our driver was the most capable, considerate, safe, calm driver on atrocious roads! Great wildlife spotter too! All independent guides on each game drive were wonderful.
Do not underestimate the long poor gravel, dirt, potholed roads! Trip notes comprehensive but state " neutral colours" ie take clothes the colour of the landscape( NO white, pale grey, pink, pale blue etc) Photos opportunities around every corner, take huge memory cards! JUST GO ..it was a fabulous trip!
Absolutely wonderful trip. The guide and driver from Mask Expeditions were professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The trip notes were comprehensive and invaluable.
Wild camping, our local hosts were outstanding. An encounter with an elephant herd here was magical as was meeting a mother and baby rhino at Matobo hills. Overall, it was a fabulous trip.
Adonia was fantastic, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, about Botswana and Zimbabwe history, economies and a great spotter of birds and wildlife, All questions were answered. A fabulous chef, catering for food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, & "plain no spice" requirements of our group over a camp fire...the best food of the trip! He was also aware of people's feelings and health concerns.
In our experience, Exodus travels are well organised, are led by knowledgeable and experienced guides who are caring and ensure everyone's safety. Every trip is a learning experience.
Seeing the animals and Vic Falls.
A very geniune person who cared for everyone and was passionate about his country and sharing it with us.
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.
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.
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
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.
The care and attention to detail from siziba and gift was 1st class and professional from the time I was picked up until I got home with a what’s app to ask if everyone got home ok, we was looked after and shown more than I expected on the trip, they made sure that everyone saw what they wanted us all to see.
Seeing all 5 of the big animals + many more the knowledge of the reps about everything we came across
Excellent helpful caring a credit to Exodus
The Botswana and Zimbabwe game drives and visits were amazing. Well organised and excellently managed by our guide Siza and driver Gift.
Probably the expected highlights. Wildlife in great abundance, canoe journey into Okavango Delta to camp, the dramatic landscapes around Matobo NP, searching for elusive leopard and rhino, Victoria Falls (spectacular and dramatic even at the end of the dry season).
Unusually this trip ran with a very small number due to unforeseen last minute cancellations, so we had the full attention of Siza and Gift (driver/guide) all of the time. They were very knowledgeable and friendly and keen to chat about all subjects, including the recent political history as well as the wildlife and places. Exceptional.
Very interesting trip. Showed us an insight into the lives of the various locals along with the scenery and wildlife
Camping in the Okavango Delta
Onary did an excellent job looking after us all and making sure that we all understood the timings of all activities. He did have some challenges with one person in the group but dealt with them in an exemplary manner. I wholeheartedly recommend Onary as a tour group leader
Great trip, lots of wild animals - lions, elephants, giraffes, zebra, wildebeasts, warthogs, hippos, rhinos, kudus, impalas - great guide and driver, very nice accommodation.
Close ups with elephants, lions and rhinos Sunset dinner cruise
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.
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.
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