Botswana Wilderness Safari (15 Days)

Day 1

Maun, Botswana

We will meet and transfer you to your lodge after your arrival at Maun International Airport. Outside of Maun on the way to the Okavango Delta lies the Thamalakane River Lodge.  You can spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure taking part in one of the Lodge’s many activities. The pre-departure meeting will take place at 18h00 this evening at the lodge with your guide and the rest of your group

Accommodation: Thamalakane River Lodge or similar
Facilities: Rooms with en-suites, swimming pool, bar and restaurant
Meals: Lunch and Dinner will be for your own account

Day 2 - 3

Guma Lagoon Camp, Botswana

Accommodation: Guma Lodge or similar (rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

Accommodation: Bedouin Bush Camp or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - 6

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

Day 7

Nata, Botswana

We then travel east towards the Makgadikgadi Pans, a large lake that was once fed by a river but has become saline and empty.

Approximately 37,000 square km of this area is dotted with palm islands and comprises a multitude of salt pans and vast grass plains. The Great Makgadikgadi comprises the largest area of salt pans in the world. After arriving in the lodge, we rest for the night.

Accommodation: Nata Lodge or similar (semi-permanent tented camp with en-suite bathrooms). Please note that there is no electricity at the camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - 9

Kasane / Chobe, Botswana

During the morning, we drive to Nata Bird Sanctuary where we can enjoy a spectacular view of the Sowa Pan, a part of the Greater Makgadikgadi Pans (please note a visit to the pans is subject to road conditions and water levels, as well as time constraints).

Following breakfast, we continue our journey to Kasane, the gateway to the Chobe National Park. Chobe National Park, Botswana’s second largest and covering 10,566 square kilometers, has one of the biggest concentrations of elephants on the continent.

Afternoons are free for optional activities or for relaxing by the pool.

You will start the following morning with a game drive in Chobe National Park. We will return to the lodge for a late breakfast and relaxation before our boat cruise on the Chobe River begins around 3pm.

A variety of birds can be seen here, as well as elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of antelope.

Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - 12

Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

Our journey today takes us across the border into Zimbabwe and onto our lodge in a private concession close to the Hwange National Park, where we will spend the next three nights.

If time permits, you can take part in an optional game drive this afternoon. On game drives the following two days, we will have ample opportunity to explore this vast wilderness.

One of Africa’s most renowned wildlife refuges is Hwange National Park, which is home to large herds of elephants, buffalo, and zebra, as well as a large population of giraffes.

Several predators and endangered species live here, as well as a variety of birdlife. In addition, we will pay a visit to the Painted Dog Conservation Centre to see how this endangered species is protected.

You can interact with the anti-poaching unit while you are there. These conservation warriors will share their motivations and answer any questions guests may have.

Accommodation: Elephant’s Eye or similar
Meals: Breakfast x3 , Lunch x3, Dinner x 3
Distance: 280 km

Day 13

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

On our way back to Victoria Falls, we stop for breakfast. Enjoy one of the many activities available at Victoria Falls the rest of the afternoon.

Accommodation: Shearwater Explorer Village or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (own account) and Dinner (own account)

Day 14

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

The day is yours to explore Victoria Falls, the town, and all it has to offer, from adventure activities to cultural experiences.

Your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls, known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya- “the Smoke that thunders”. We will embark on a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River later in the afternoon.

Accommodation: Shearwater Explorer Village or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Own Account), Dinner (Own Account)

Day 15

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

After breakfast, our safari comes to an end. We will transfer you to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

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.