7 Day Untamed Kalahari Mobile Safari
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7 Day Untamed Kalahari Mobile Safari

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Calendar

Length

7 days

Tour SKU

Tour SKU

CAM4507

flight Starts

Starts

Maun

Comfort Level

Comfort Level

Classic

Flight Ends

Ends

Maun

Age Range

Age Range

12 - 65 and above

Tour Type

Tour Type

Smaller Group Tours, Camping

Operated in

Operated in

English Guided

Group Size

Group Size

Max 9

Destinations

Destinations

Botswana

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Tour Highlights

  • Deception Valley Private Reserve
  • Central Kalahari Game Reserve
  • Makgadikgadi National Park

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Why You'll Love this Tour

Embark on an immersive camping mobile safari offering a deep and expansive journey for adventure seekers through Botswana’s wilderness, embodying the spirit of the pioneer. This 7 day expedition traverses the magnificent Central Kalahari Game Reserve for three nights, includes two nights in Deception Valley Private Reserve, and one night near the Makgadikgadi National Park surrounds, culminating by the Boteti River. Prepare for unforgettable wildlife encounters, spotting desert-specialised animals like oryx, springbok, and eland, alongside formidable predators such as lion, brown hyena, and cheetah across breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Engage in a unique San cultural experience through a bushman walk and nature walk with a San tracker, uncovering ancient desert secrets while enjoying vast open spaces and clear night skies. As a semi-participation safari, guests minimally assist with tents and bags, while a dedicated team including an expert guide and camp chef handles all other camp duties in comfortable bow tents

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ITINERARY

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Itinerary
1

Your adventure begins as your guide meets you in Maun. A scenic 160 km journey (approximately 5 hours) transports you to a private reserve on the northern border of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Upon arrival, you’ll set up camp and receive a comprehensive safari briefing.

The next two days are dedicated to exploring this fascinating area through exhilarating game drives and an insightful nature walk with a San tracker. This is your chance to learn about their unique and intriguing culture, uncovering the secrets of the desert alongside indigenous experts. Game drives will allow you to discover a captivating array of desert-specialized wildlife, including oryx, springbok, and eland, as well as powerful predators such as lion, brown hyena, and cheetah. You’ll savour the vast open spaces, experience incredibly clear night skies, and soak in the uninterrupted beauty of this true adventure camping environment, where your group moves self-sufficiently with limited water and communication

Accommodation
Accommodation

Private designated campsite, en-suite bush ablutions

Route
Route

Maun to Deception Valley Private Reserve (northern border CKGR):

Meals
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch x2, Dinner x2

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Safari Briefing upon arrival, Central Kalahari Game Reserve Game Drives and Nature Walk with a San Tracker

Distance
Distance

±160 km

Travel Time
Travel Time

± 5 hours

2

Rise with the sun and journey into the untouched wilderness of Botswana’s largest game reserve. The next three days are dedicated to extensive exploration of the undeveloped landscapes of the northern section of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve through thrilling game drives. Your camping experience will take place in a private designated campsite, equipped with bush ablutions, ensuring an authentic yet comfortable stay amidst the wild

Accommodation
Accommodation

Private designated campsite, en-suite bush ablutions

Route
Route

Deception Valley Private Reserve to Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Meals
Meals

Breakfastx3, Lunch x3, Dinner x3

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Exploring the Northern Section of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve on Game Drives

Distance
Distance

± 80 km

Travel Time
Travel Time

± 3 – 4 hours (including game drives)

3

This is your final morning within the deep Kalahari. After breaking camp, you’ll enjoy a slow drive to the Makgadikgadi area. You will spend your last night at a comfortable camp overlooking the Boteti River in Khumaga village, located on the edge of the Makgadikgadi National Park. In the afternoon, embark on another exciting game drive into Makgadikgadi National Park, where you can observe the wildlife that follows the seasonal changes of the river.

Accommodation
Accommodation

Private designated campsite, en-suite bush ablutions

Route
Route

Central Kalahari Game Reserve to Boteti River Camp

Meals
Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Afternoon Game Drive into Makgadikgadi National Park

Distance
Distance

± 180 km

Travel Time
Travel Time

± 4 – 5 hours (including game drives)

4

After an early morning breakfast, you will begin your journey back to Maun. Your Bush Ways adventure officially concludes at approximately 11 am at Maun International Airport. Bush Ways can also assist with any onward travel arrangements you may require

Meals
Meals

Breakfast

Route
Route

Boteti River Camp to Maun Airport

Distance
Distance

± 180 km

Travel Time
Travel Time

± 2½ hours

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23 Dec 2026

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Activities included

Included in Tour Price

  • Safari Briefing upon arrival
  • Central Kalahari Game Reserve Game Drives and Nature Walk with a San Tracker
  • Exploring the Northern Section of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve on Game Drives
  • Afternoon Game Drive into Makgadikgadi National Park

Other Activities

INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

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  • Meals – 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
  • Accommodation – Tents with camping bed, full bedding & en-suite bush ablutions
  • Services of a Professional Guide, Camp Assistant & Camp Chef
  • Transport in specialised safari vehicles
  • Camping Equipment
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Mineral Water
  • Tea & Coffee
  • Soft Drinks
  • Local Alcohols
  • All Botswana park fees for activities included in the itinerary
  • Safari Briefing upon arrival
  • Central Kalahari Game Reserve Game Drives and Nature Walk with a San Tracker
  • Exploring the Northern Section of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve on Game Drives
  • Afternoon Game Drive into Makgadikgadi National Park
  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Airport transfers
  • Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance)
  • Entrance to Victoria Falls
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenirs
  • Optional excursions
  • Other drinks not specified in inclusions
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Price From

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Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced Low Season USD 1590 (Jan to May, Nov & Dec) | High Season USD 1625 (Jun to Oct)

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*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD

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