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Operated by G Adventures

Botswana Safari

From
Price on request
Duration
10 days
Countries
Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Zambia
Activity
easy

The adventure

It’s one thing to watch nature documentaries from the comfort of your couch–it’s definitely another thing to get up close and personal with the wildlife of Botswana. During this unparalleled safari experience, you’ll travel in open jeeps and boats in search of elephants, giraffes, lions and exotic birds before resting up in our comfortable tented camps and even a house boat. Be sure to pack your camera—it might just be the most important piece of gear you bring with you.

At a glance

Duration
10 days
Route
Victoria Falls → Victoria Falls
Countries
Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Zambia
Activity level
easy
Style
Culture & History, Multi-Country / Grand Tour, National Parks & Wilderness, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

A group of hippos in a tranquil wetland setting, with one yawning widely.
Your journey through

Botswana, Zimbabwe & 2 more countries

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Cross the border into BotswanaArrive at the houseboat this afternoon where we receive a safety briefing and orientation from the crew. Check into our cabins, enjoy lunch then take our first skiff boat excursion. Enjoy the journey into the “Panhandle” area of the Okavango Delta, in Northern Botswana. This area is recognized as one of the most peaceful areas in the Delta, due to its remoteness. There are only a handful of permanent camps and boats operating in this wilderness area, which makes it an ideal place to stay.
Arrive at the houseboat this afternoon where we receive a safety briefing and orientation from the crew. Check into our cabins, enjoy lunch then take our first skiff boat excursion. Enjoy the journey into the “Panhandle” area of the Okavango Delta, in Northern Botswana. This area is recognized as one of the most peaceful areas in the Delta, due to its remoteness. There are only a handful of permanent camps and boats operating in this wilderness area, which makes it an ideal place to stay.
Day 3Enjoy the day on a houseboat with early…
Enjoy the day on a houseboat with early morning and late afternoon wildlife excursions. Opt to enjoy a cultural excursion to Tsoldilo Hills to view ancient San Bushman rock paintings, or relax on deck with a cool drink watching the passing scenery.
Day 4Transfer to the frontier town of MaunStay here at a hotel that offers a pleasant eating area with a beautiful swimming pool. In the afternoon, relax at the hotel, which is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River.
Stay here at a hotel that offers a pleasant eating area with a beautiful swimming pool. In the afternoon, relax at the hotel, which is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River.
Day 5Drive to the Khwai River area bordering Moremi…Take a leisurely drive to our camp in the Khwai River area via Savuti, an area best known for large populations of bull elephants and prides of lions that patrol the banks of this channel. Due to the fact that none of Botswana’s wildlife areas are fenced, wildlife can move freely between wilderness areas. This region’s diversity of game is astounding and Moremi has been rated as one of the best wildlife viewing areas in the world. Our lodge boasts a majestic dining and lounge area leading onto a viewing deck over the bushveldt. Enjoy spectacular sunsets over sundowners from the quaint bar or from the deck of your comfort en-suite tent.
Take a leisurely drive to our camp in the Khwai River area via Savuti, an area best known for large populations of bull elephants and prides of lions that patrol the banks of this channel. Due to the fact that none of Botswana’s wildlife areas are fenced, wildlife can move freely between wilderness areas. This region’s diversity of game is astounding and Moremi has been rated as one of the best wildlife viewing areas in the world. Our lodge boasts a majestic dining and lounge area leading onto a viewing deck over the bushveldt. Enjoy spectacular sunsets over sundowners from the quaint bar or from the deck of your comfort en-suite tent.
Day 6Embark early on an open vehicle wildlife safari…
Embark early on an open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Moremi and surrounding concession areas, enjoy lunch and continue with the wildlife safari drive. Make it back to camp in the afternoon with time to relax at the comfortable tented camp.
Day 7Leave the Khwai Area and move eastwards…In the early afternoon, head south towards the Ghoha Hills and the Savuti area, enjoying wildlife viewing along the hills and surrounding water holes. At Ghoha Hills Savuti Camp, meru tents have been placed on platforms on the hills overlooking Chobe National Park. The tents are large, spacious with en-suite. The guest area consists of an intimate lounge, bar and dining area overlooking the Ghoha Hills.
In the early afternoon, head south towards the Ghoha Hills and the Savuti area, enjoying wildlife viewing along the hills and surrounding water holes. At Ghoha Hills Savuti Camp, meru tents have been placed on platforms on the hills overlooking Chobe National Park. The tents are large, spacious with en-suite. The guest area consists of an intimate lounge, bar and dining area overlooking the Ghoha Hills.
Day 8In the morningAfter an early start, take a slow wildlife safari drive along the southern bank of the Chobe River and look for Chobe Bushbuck and Puku Antelope, which are found only in this part of Botswana. The Chobe River is home to the world’s largest elephant herds; buffalo, hippos, and lions can also be seen here. Enjoy a private morning wildlife viewing that takes place along routes that overlook this river -- a remarkable variety of animals are drawn to it.
After an early start, take a slow wildlife safari drive along the southern bank of the Chobe River and look for Chobe Bushbuck and Puku Antelope, which are found only in this part of Botswana. The Chobe River is home to the world’s largest elephant herds; buffalo, hippos, and lions can also be seen here. Enjoy a private morning wildlife viewing that takes place along routes that overlook this river -- a remarkable variety of animals are drawn to it.
Day 9Cross the border back into Zimbabwe for our final evening
Cross the border back into Zimbabwe for our final evening.
Day 10Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.

Discover Botswana

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Captivating sunset over a tranquil waterside in Nunga, Botswana, with silhouetted trees.
Stunning sunset over the wetlands in Maun, Botswana, highlighting a dramatic orange sky.
Captivating sunset over acacia silhouettes in Botswana wilderness.
Silhouette of an elephant by a riverbank during a vibrant orange sunset in the African wilderness.
A yawning hippopotamus in a serene water scene at sunset in Botswana.
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