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The Wilds of Botswana

10 Nights / 11 Days · Botswana · RatesOn request
Trip highlights

Why this route.

Why it works: five different habitats in eleven days: Kalahari, salt pans, Delta, Khwai and Mababe.

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 1–2Camp KalahariCentral Kalahari
  2. Days 3–4Marula CampMakgadikgadi, near Nxai Pan
  3. Days 5–6Losika Elephant CampSouthern Okavango, NG35 concession
  4. Days 7–8Saguni Safari LodgeKhwai concession
  5. Days 9–10Mababe Tented CampMababe
  6. Day 11DepartureOnward or homeward flights
The route

On the map.

Route

Photo gallery.

What's covered

Includes & excludes.

Includes

  • Meet and greet
  • All transfers (charter, road, boat)
  • Meals, teas, coffees and local beverages
  • Activities
  • Park fees
  • VAT and levies
  • Guides
  • Emergency evacuation

Excludes

  • International flights
  • Travel and medical 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

The route mixes five camps, so plan early; Marula Camp asks for a minimum of two nights.

The full story

Detailed itinerary.

Days 1–2

Charter to Grasslands

Charter to Grasslands, drives, horseback, Bushman encounters, rhino tracking.

Days 3–4

Road to Marula Camp via Nxai Pan

Road to Marula Camp via Nxai Pan, Pan experience, walks and game drives.

Days 5–7

Road to Losika

Road to Losika, Moremi drives, mokoro, village visits, Xakanaxa boating, transfer to Saguni.

Day 8

Khwai activities

Days 9–11

Mababe mobile camp

Mababe mobile camp, final safari, Khwai airstrip charter to Maun.

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The Wilds of BotswanaRates on request