Why this route.
- San bushman walk on desert survival skills
- Guided game drives
- Oryx, springbok, eland, lions, brown hyena, cheetah and black-maned lions
- Seasonal elephant on the Boteti River
Perfect for.
Day by day.
Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.
- Days 1–3Deception Valley Private Reserve campDeception Valley Private Reserve
- Days 4–6Central Kalahari private campsitesCentral Kalahari Game Reserve
- Day 7Boteti River CampKhumaga, Boteti River, Botswana
- Day 8DepartureOnward or homeward flights
On the map.
Photo gallery.
Includes & excludes.
Includes
- Camping equipment with bow tents and mattresses
- Lodge rooms at Khumaga
- All activities and inter-destination transfers
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Filtered water, tea and coffee
- Professional guide and camp assistant
- Park fees
- Specialised vehicle
- Okavango Air Rescue evacuation
Excludes
- Visas
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- Optional activities (scenic flights, Victoria Falls)
- Beverages
- Travel and medical insurance
- Sleeping bags and pillows
- Park fee increases
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 Kalahari is best for game after the rains; ask Bush Ways about the greener months when the plains are at their best.
Detailed itinerary.
Deception Valley Private Reserve
Deception Valley Private Reserve (3 nights; 160 km from Maun, 5 hours).
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve (3 nights; 80 km, 3-4 hours, private designated campsites).
Boteti River Camp
Boteti River Camp, Khumaga (1 night in lodge rooms; 180 km, 4-5 hours).