9 Day Botswana Overland Tour (Inclusive) (Camping)

Camping
Small Group
Top Pick

Tour Details

Tour Style Camping Small Group Top Pick
Length 9 days
Countries Visited Botswana
Starts Maun
Ends Maun
Group Size Max 16
Age Range 18 - 55 Years and older
Tour SKU CAS0309
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What You'll Experience

Why You'll Love this Tour

This 9-day Botswana Overland Adventure takes you to the Okavango Delta which is known for its wonderful waterways, exotic islands and abundant flora and fauna. The vast Kalahari holds many secrets and fascinating wildlife. Add to that 4x4 journeys through well-known National Parks and nights under the African skies and you have an invigorating and adventurous tour.

Tour Price

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Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced at EUR 2665. Currency fluctuations may occur


Next Year's Price

From: EUR 2745

+ Single Supplement EUR 176 (Optional)

Tour Reviews

Review by Henrique Vollmer:

Just thought I’d drop you a note to let you know how the trip had gone…
It was really spectacular! Thanks for your tips and suggestions; i think the Botswana was just right for what I was looking for.

The tour was great; the group was a nice set of people from different nationalities and the guide was awesome (Wayne Westland). He really managed to get us into the whole bush and wildlife scene!

Review by Irene Grimwader who traveled Botswana Overland:

I had a wonderful time! It was a tiny group – just a young couple from Denmark and the guide(s) and myself. The Lodges were all comfortable, the camping very well organized, the guides just great, and we saw all of the big 5 except the rhino – plus African Painted dogs, Sable Antelopes, and so many more. The whole trip was very professionally done, without losing any enthusiasm which we all shared.

Review by Helena D who traveled Botswana Overland:

We just came back to Sweden after a couple of amazing weeks down on your continent. Just wanted to thank you for recommending the Botswana camping safari- those days were some of the most amazing in my life.

Everything was perfect. The tour plan, the guide, etc. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is not TOO afraid of the camping part of it (I do not normally consider myself a camping person). The fact that we stayed in campsites rather than lodges really brought us close to nature. I loved every bit of it. The trip also has a very authentic feel to it- we never felt just part of the big tourist wheel. You can quote me on this :-)

Review by Steve M who traveled Botswana Overland:

This is such an incredible Botswana adventure that allowed us to not only see and experience local culture, but also allowed us to see some of the lessor traveled National Parks that Botswana has. We had some amazing animal sightings that words may not begin to put into perspective. But one of the nice things that you don’t always know about this tour, it is the perfect combination of camping and accommodation, which gave us some more time in the National Parks to do more extensive game drives and let me rest my head on a comfortable bed on certain days throughout the tour… AWESOME!!!!!

Review by Lukas and Klara who traveled Botswana Overland (sourced from operator) :

I would like to give a big thanks to your team! We have been to Botswana wildlife camping tour during Christmas time and it was the lifetime experience for us! We never had a chance to be so close to the wildlife!
Our guide, Paul, was a great guy! Always optimistic with the smile on his face but still very professional. He provided excellent services in terms of driving, cooking, sharing his experiences with wildlife and all other stuff. We had a lot of funny moments with him! It was also a great pleasure for us to meet the other guys who took care of the camping stuff during wildlife camping in National Parks.

Review by Johannes who traveled Botswana Overland (sourced from operator) :

Fantastic tour guide with a brain like a library on animals, nature and history and a lot of love for the local people. We leave him as a friend.

Review by Veronique who traveled Botswana Overland (sourced from operator) :

I enjoyed the adventure very much and thanks to our guide Arnold I now know so much more about Southern Africa. Thank you very much for the memorable tour.

 

 

 

Dates Tour Length: 9 days


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Included

  • Meals - 8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 8 Dinners
  • Accommodation - 6 Nights Two-person dome tents, 2 Nights Twin - bedded tented camp
  • Registered guides
  • Transport per itinerary
  • Permits
  • Park Entry Fees
  • Okavango Delta
  • Okavango Delta mokoro excursion
  • Guided Walks in the Delta
  • National Parks (Khwai/Moremi/Savuti – 5 days)
  • 4x4 Open Vehicle Game Drives
  • Visit to Maun
  • Wild, remote, serviced camping in National Parks

Excluded

  • International Airfares
  • Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance) and medical insurance
  • Personal spending money
  • Visa costs
  • Passports
  • Vaccinations
  • Personal taxes (including departure and border taxes)
  • All optional activities
  • Unscheduled or optional national / game parks and other activities
  • Gratuities
  • Sleeping bag and pillow if camping
  • Towel
  • Restaurant meals (other than those listed)
  • All drinks
  • Tips
  • Laundry
  • Other items of a personal nature

Activities

Some of the activities you can take part in on this tour.

Included in the Tour Price

 


Other Activities

  • Scenic flight – Okavango Delta
Optional Activities available on this tour at your own expense - Changes in prices may vary - For more information please speak to your travel consultant

Itinerary


Day 1

Maun, Botswana

As soon as you arrive in Maun, you will meet up with the rest of the group at the Maun Lodge. Keep an eye out you might experience wonderful bird watching from the Lodge – the wide Boteti River offers wonderful views. Hippo grunts will lull you to sleep tonight (the Boteti river is seasonal so is sometimes dry).

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Camping – Two man dome tent
Distance: 30 km


Day 2 - 3

Maun – Okavango Delta, Botswana

Leaving the lodge early in the morning, we head back towards Maun before turning left and entering the famous Okavango Delta.

As the Okavango River flows south and eastwards from the highlands of central Angola, it creates one of the largest inland deltas in the world, where it slows and spreads into a unique ecosystem that supports a wide array of animal and plant species. There is something inherently beautiful about the sight of a Jacana striding delicately amongst the flowering lilies, the Bee Eater diving to catch an unsuspecting insect, and the familiar cry of the African Fish Eagle which all contribute to the creation of a unique natural masterpiece. Over time, the river disappears into the vast plains of the Makgadikgadi sands after spilling its contents into the vast plains.

Our comfortable and well-equipped camp is situated on the edge of one of the largest lagoons and serves as a base of operations from which we explore the surrounding area. A mokoro will glide through narrow reed-lined channels, we will walk on uninhabited islands and picnic in the wilderness, while local guides who have grown up in the region will inform us about the animals and plants that inhabit the Okavango Delta. As we interact with our guides informally, we will gain a better understanding of the way of life of the local people in this remote wilderness. In addition to relaxing, we will also have the opportunity to take a stroll with our guide, take a refreshing swim in the pool, or simply enjoy the views of a glistening lagoon from a beautiful wooden deck. We take a boat cruise in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxing sunset.

Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Accommodation: Guma Lagoon (Twin Bedded Tented Units – No linen)
Included Highlights: Okavango Delta, Guided Walks in the Delta, Mokoro Trip, Sunset Boat Trip


Day 4

Okavango Delta – Maun, Botswana

Our journey back to Maun begins early in the morning. Take in the breathtaking views of the vast expanse of the Delta and also keep your eyes open for the wildlife that resides here. Our arrival at Maun Lodge is in the early afternoon, just in time to take a refreshing dip in the pool and enjoy the spectacular sunset. Dream of the excitement that will await you in the days ahead as you retire for the evening. Don’t forget to pack your bag and charge your batteries before you embark on your four-night wild camping adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Lunch will be at your own expense)
Accommodation: Camping (Two-man dome tent)
Distance: +/- 480 km


Day 5 - 8

Maun – Khwai Region, Botswana

Early in the morning, after a hearty breakfast, we change mode of transportation and board our game viewing vehicles to reach our campsite on the Khwai River. One of the highlights of the tour is this wild experience.

To make the most of our time here, we game-drive extensively for the next 4 days during the day. We explore the Khwai concession and the famous Moremi and Savuti reserves in 4×4 Land Cruisers with our Motswana guides. Routes are flexible and depend on the season.

From palm tree plains to marshlands, dense Mopane woodlands and Acacia scrub, the vegetation changes constantly. Game viewing is excellent in this variety of habitats. Unlike the roads in national parks, where they are just tracks in the sand, the 4x4s aren’t just for show. The only items we carry are our cameras and daypacks, a picnic lunch and drinks for the trip.

Our camp in the bush awaits us just before sunset, with a warm fire lit by the ground staff. As soon as you have enjoyed a hearty meal, it is time for you to retire. A hyena’s howl or a lion’s earthy roar or even the grunt of a semi-submerged hippo may lull you to sleep. As if we are the first people to ever occupy this site, we are totally secluded and undeveloped – it is as if we are the only people on this planet. In order to ensure that we leave nothing behind when we depart, we bring everything we may need.

Our journey may also take us to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve or the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, depending on the ever-changing wildlife conditions in the National Parks.

Meals: Breakfast x4, Lunch x4, Dinner x4
Accommodation: Camping (Two-man dome tent)
Included Highlights: 4×4 Open Vehicle Game Drives, Private Non-Fenced Campsites, Extensive First-hand Game Viewing Experiences
Distance: ± 125 km


Day 9

Maun, Botswana

We slowly game drive back to Maun after our last morning in the parks. According to the season and rainfall patterns, this river’s flow direction can change. Your tour comes to an end once we arrive in Maun.

Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlights: Game Drive on the way out of the park
Distance: ± 120 km

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.

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