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Botswana BIG 5 Safari

8 Nights / 9 Days · Botswana · RatesOn request
Trip highlights

Why this route.

Why it works: rhino tracking in the Kalahari with a community-owned lodge, followed by two Delta camps, for a chance at all of the Big 5 in one itinerary.

Who it suits

Perfect for.

Couples Groups
The route

Day by day.

Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.

  1. Days 1–4Camp KalahariCentral Kalahari
  2. Days 5–6Losika Elephant CampSouthern Okavango, NG35 concession
  3. Days 7–8Saguni Safari LodgeKhwai concession
  4. Day 9DepartureOnward or homeward flights
The route

On the map.

Route

Photo gallery.

What's covered

Includes & excludes.

Includes

  • Meet and greet
  • All internal transfers (charter, road, boat)
  • 8 nights
  • Meals and local-brand drinks
  • Activities
  • Park and conservation fees
  • English-speaking guides
  • Emergency evacuation
  • VAT and levies

Excludes

  • International flights
  • Insurance
  • Premium beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
Before you go

Handy hints.

What to pack

Lightweight, neutral-tone clothing with a warm layer for cool mornings, a waterproof jacket, a sun hat and well-worn boots. Full packing list on our Client Planning Reference.

Malaria

Parts of this route are in malaria areas — consult your physician or medical advisor before departure.

Gratuities

Tipping your guide and tracker is customary but never obligatory. See our full gratuities guidance.

Currency

US dollars are widely accepted at safari camps and lodges; carry small notes for gratuities and extras.

Planning tip

Ask for the rhino tracking to be booked on day 3, and add the optional helicopter flight when you reserve, as it is not in the standard package.

The full story

Detailed itinerary.

Day 1

Charter from Maun to Grasslands

Day 2

Game drive and San cultural immersion

Day 3

Rhino tracking or optional horseback safari

Day 4

Road to Maun and on through Shorobe to Losika

Day 5

Bush exploration and night drives

Day 6

Xakanaxa game drive and mokoro

Xakanaxa game drive and mokoro, then to Khwai.

Days 7–8

Khwai drives

Khwai drives, mokoro and night drives.

Day 9

Final drive and charter to Maun

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Botswana BIG 5 SafariRates on request