BOTSWANA

Discover the untouched beauty of Botswana, Africa's pristine safari haven nestled between the expansive Kalahari Desert and the lush Okavango Delta. Experience nature's raw splendour, from the majestic roars of lions to the serene channels navigated by traditional 'mokoro' canoes. Chobe National Park's elephants, the tranquil waterways of the Delta, and the enigmatic Makgadikgadi Pans await. Botswana's commitment to conservation ensures an authentic encounter with the wild. Dive into an unparalleled African odyssey, where each moment becomes a treasured memory in Botswana.

National Parks, Reserves and Conservancies of Botswana

  • Okavango Delta

    Often referred to as the "Jewel of the Kalahari," the Okavango Delta is a vast inland river delta that floods seasonally. It's known for its maze of lagoons, channels, and islands, making it a haven for wildlife. Tourists can explore this wetland paradise by mokoro (traditional dugout canoe), boat, or on foot.

  • Chobe National Park

    Located in the north of Botswana, Chobe is renowned for its massive elephant populations, with herds sometimes numbering in the thousands. The park is divided into different regions, with the Savuti Marsh being particularly famed for its high concentrations of wildlife and predator action.

  • Moremi Game Reserves

    Situated in the eastern part of the Okavango Delta, Moremi is one of Africa's most beautiful reserves. It offers a unique combination of waterways and dry land. The varied ecosystems here mean that wildlife is diverse, from aquatic species like hippos and crocodiles to land-dwellers like lions, leopards, and wild dogs.

  • Central Kalahari Game Reserve

    As the second-largest wildlife reserve in the world, this park offers a very different safari experience. The landscapes are vast, with golden grasslands and shimmering salt pans. While it's more remote, the rewards include seeing animals such as black-maned lions, cheetahs, and the desert-adapted oryx.

  • Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

    Comprising of one of the largest salt flats in the world, this park offers a surreal landscape, especially when the pans are dry. During the rainy season, the pans transform into a sheet of water, attracting a variety of wildlife and hosting one of Africa's biggest zebra migrations. The ancient baobab trees and the interaction with the San Bushmen further enhance the experience.

Group Travel Itineraries

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Botswana & Zimbabwe Safari

Embark on a memorable journey across some of southern Africa's most iconic national parks. Have your camera primed to snap shots of lions and elephants in Hwange National Park; soar to the untouched beauty of the Okavango Delta for guided bush walks; and navigate the Chobe River waters, witnessing elephants quench their thirst and hippos lounging by the banks.

Prices from USD $5,497.00

Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure

This quintessential journey unveils the finest of Africa. Travel from Namibia, traverse through Botswana, and culminate your expedition in Zimbabwe, experiencing the majestic elephants of Chobe National Park. Engage with the San Bushmen in the radiant Kalahari and venture into the Okavango Delta on a traditional mokoro canoe. The adventure is crowned with a night under the Delta stars, ensuring a sleep experience like no other.

Prices from USD $2,124.00

Tailormade Botswana Safari Itineraries

Honeymoon at Victoria Falls & Botswana

  • 3 nights Sindabezi Island Camp

    3 nights Chobe Chilwero

    3 nights Baines Camp, Okavango

    • Visit the incredible Victoria Falls

    • Walk in the gorge below Victoria Falls

    • Sunset boat trip on the Zambezi

    • Incredible panoramic views at Chobe Chilwero

    • High concerntration of elephants on the lodges doorstep.

    • Sundowner cruise on the Chobe River

    • Incredible wildlife viewing in the Okavango Delta

    • Star Baths and Sky Beds!

    • Mokoro boat excursions

    • Scenic Helicopter flight (at an additional cost).

Safari & Me’s Favourite Camps & Lodges

  • Sanctuary Chief's Camp

    Sanctuary Chief's Camp, located on Chief's Island in the Okavango Delta, is a luxury safari retreat renowned for its elegant accommodations and exceptional game viewing in one of Botswana's most iconic wildlife areas.

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  • Savuti Safari Lodge

    Situated in the private Linyanti Concession, Savuti is known for its excellent seasonal wildlife viewing and is particularly good for spotting predators, especially wild dogs.

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  • Camp Xakanaxa

    Located in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, this camp offers an authentic, year-round Okavango Delta land and water safari experience.

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  • Baines' Camp

    Located in a private concession neighbouring the Moremi, this camp is smaller and offers a very intimate experience. The "star beds" can be wheeled out onto the private deck for a night under the African sky.

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  • Chobe Game Lodge

    The only permanent lodge within Chobe National Park, it offers stunning views over the Chobe River and high chances of elephant sightings.

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  • Camp Moremi

    Nestled within the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, Camp Moremi offers a rich and diverse safari experience, combining luxury accommodations with unparalleled wildlife encounters in Botswana's pristine wilderness.

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“There is a quiet rhythm to the plains of Botswana, a slow pulse under the sand and the wide, cloudless skies”

Alexander McCall Smith