Why this route.
Why it works: three of northern Botswana’s best wildlife areas on one route, from the Delta edge to Savuti and the Chobe River, using exclusive private campsites.
- African wild dog
- Buffalo and elephant in Moremi
- Lion and elephant interaction at Savuti
- Night drives and walks in Mababe
- Bushman painting walks
- Chobe boat cruise
- Rich birdlife
Perfect for.
Day by day.
Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.
- Stop 1Moremi (Xakanaxa)
- Stop 2Mababe
- Stop 3Central Chobe (Savuti)
- Stop 4Chobe River Front
- Day 10DepartureOnward or homeward flights
On the map.
Photo gallery.
Includes & excludes.
Includes
- 4 x 3 m Sahara-style tents with en-suite
- Bed linen and towels
- Guide
- Chef and staff
- Game drives and transfers
- Park fees
- Meals and drinks at camps
Excludes
- Travel insurance
- Flights except as specified
- Personal items
- Gratuities
- Optional extensions
- Drinks outside Letaka camps
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.
Detailed itinerary.
Maun
Maun, charter flight to Xakanaxa, first game drive.
Moremi
Moremi (Xakanaxa, 3 nights).
To Mababe with a Khwai backwater mokoro trip
Mababe Private Reserve
Mababe Private Reserve (3 nights).
To Central Chobe across the Mababe Depression
Central Chobe
Central Chobe, game drives and Bushman painting walks (2 nights).
Drive to the Chobe River
Drive to the Chobe River, boat cruise, departure via Kasane.