Botswana: Where Water Breathes Life into the Kalahari
Experience a land transformed by water, where desert gives way to shimmering channels, lush floodplains and abundant wildlife. From tranquil waterways to elephant-filled riverbanks, every landscape offers a different encounter with the wild. Explore the wilderness from different perspectives, gliding silently through the waterways and venturing across the open plains in search of unforgettable wildlife encounters. As day fades into spectacular African sunsets, experience a place where nature still sets the rhythm and every moment feels wonderfully untamed.
Itinerary Highlights
Land at Maun and get prepared to be transferred to your lodge.
Spend at least 2-full days of game drives at the waterways of the Okavango Delta where it meets open plains, offering excellent opportunities to encounter elephants, big cats and other iconic African wildlife.
Spend 2-full day game drives at Chobe, renowned for its large elephant herds, abundant wildlife and predator sightings, set against Botswana’s spectacular wilderness landscapes.
Botswana: Waterways, Wilderness & the Wild (7D / 8N)
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Set out on exhilarating game drives through two contrasting wilderness areas, each offering a distinctive safari experience. In Moremi, the meeting of land and water creates a spectacular mosaic of floodplains, lagoons, grasslands and forests, supporting an extraordinary diversity of wildlife including elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, wild dogs and prolific birdlife.
In Chobe, the safari unfolds across expansive riverfront landscapes renowned for exceptional concentrations of wildlife, particularly elephants. Game drives offer the chance to encounter large herds, predators and plains game against the backdrop of the African bush, while the river adds another dimension to the wilderness experience.
Together, the two regions showcase the remarkable diversity of Botswana.
Optional Experiences
Below are some optional experiences which can be added to the trip, do reach out to us in case you are interested in any of them.
Scenic helicopter flight over Okavango
Take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta, enjoying spectacular aerial views of its winding waterways, lush floodplains, and vast wilderness. From above, you may also spot wildlife roaming across this remarkable landscape.
Mokoro Safari
Glide gently through the waterways of the Okavango Delta on a traditional mokoro, offering a peaceful and intimate way to experience Botswana’s wilderness. Surrounded by reeds, lagoons, and pristine landscapes, enjoy close-up views of birdlife and the possibility of spotting wildlife along the water’s edge.
Village visit and cultural tour
Enjoy a guided visit to a local village near the Okavango Delta, offering an opportunity to interact with the community and learn about their everyday life, customs, and traditions. A wonderful addition to a safari, the experience provides a closer look at Botswana’s cultural heritage and the communities that have long lived alongside the Delta.
Zimbabwe : Victoria falls ( 4D/3N )
Complete your Botswana adventure with an extension to Victoria Falls, where the mighty Zambezi creates an unforgettable natural spectacle.