Overview

9 Days / 8 Nights

Mid-Range Tour -

9-Day Well Balanced Botswana Northern Highlights

Botswana

From: USD $2,450.00

Created by Anna Phetolo - Sekanka Travel and Tours Safaris

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Created by Anna Phetolo - Sekanka Travel and Tours Safaris

Introduction

Discover the wild beauty of Botswana on this thrilling safari itinerary, starting in Maun and ending in Kasane. Begin your adventure with a journey across the vast, otherworldly landscapes of the Makgadikgadi Pans, home to unique desert wildlife and stunning sunsets. From there, venture into the Okavango Delta, where lush waterways create a haven for a diverse array of animals. Continue into the Khwai Concession, known for its incredible game viewing and rich predator-prey dynamics, before flying to Chobe National Park, which is famous for its large elephant herds and diverse wildlife. This unforgettable safari promises an authentic African wilderness experience at every turn.

Highlights

Okavango Delta

Chobe Riverfront

Savuti

Moremi Game Reserve

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Khwai Concession

Meerkat Experience in Makgadikgadi

Baobab Bush Walk

Map

Botswana

Start Point: Maun

Day 1 - 2

Makgadikgadi Pans NP Planet Baobab

Day 3 - 4

Okavango Delta Mid-range camping

Day 5 - 6

Khwai Concession Mid-range camping

Day 7

Savuti Mid-range camping

Day 8

Chobe Riverfront Big 5 Toro Lodge

Day 9

Kasane Airport (No accommodation)

End Point: Kasane Airport

Day 1

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Begin your tour with us as your safari dreams start to become a reality. You'll join us for a briefing on the fantastic journey we have planned together as we introduce you to your friendly and knowledgeable guide. With these enjoyable formalities over, it's time to get going!

Wasting no time, we head straight to Gweta where you will spend the next 2 days exploring Makgadikgadi.

Watch as the sun sets out over the eternal horizon of the salt pans, or watch lions hunt along the shore of the often-dry Boteti River. It's all possible in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, an excellent park that also hosts an annual zebra migration, has meerkats and brown hyenas, and generally sees fewer visitors than most other Botswana parks.

Baobab Bush Walk (if the time allows)

Going on an evening walk is one of the highlights of any safari. At 5pm you'll be taken by the knowledgeable resident guide on a short walk the Baobabs. You will learn about the history of the area, the flora and beliefs & cultures of the local tribes.

Activities Day 1

On Arrival

Someone from our company will meet and greet you at Maun Airport, and ensure that you're ready to begin your journey with us.
Transfer by Road, Maun to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Transfer time; approx. 2,5 hours

Afternoon

Baobab Bush Walk, Planet Baobab

Accommodation Day 1

Planet Baobab

Lodge Just outside Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

At friendly Planet Baobab, you're close to the quiet town of Gweta and to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. There's a range of accommodation here, and it's all decorated with warmth and charm. The same goes for the public areas, such as the gardens, the bar and restaurant, and the swimming pool. You'll meet lots of other travelers here.

Meal Plan Dinner

Day 2

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

We continue Makgadikgadi Pans National Park Areas and enjoy the unique landscapes and wildlife.

Early Morning Game Drive, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Imagine being out in the soft, early morning light, wrapped in a blanket, just as the animals emerge from their night’s rest or from the shadows of their nighttime adventures. The world feels fresh and new on an early morning game drive, the sun has yet to beat down upon the earth, and it may end up being your favorite time to be out on safari.

Gweta

Is an important small village just outside the Salt Pans along the A3 Road between Maun and Francistown. It serves as something of a gateway for Makgadikgadi Pans from the eastern side.

Planet Baobab is located here. On this day we will do a short walk around the village.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Pan Expedition / Meerkat Experience, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Afternoon

Relax and generally take it easy to allow yourself to both process and recover from all of the excitement that you’ve enjoyed on your safari so far.

Optional Day 2

Evening/Night

Ntwetwe Pan Sleep out (Under the Stars Experience), Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Accommodation Day 2

Planet Baobab

Lodge Just outside Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Return to Planet Baobab.

Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3 & 4

Okavango Delta

From Maun you will drive to the Xakanaxa & Third Bridge areas, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana which covers swamp and dry areas. The late afternoon will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and
birds that this area is renowned for while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region.

*Depending on road conditions, water levels, and animal sightings on the way, this journey would take around 4,5 hours (140 km) traversing the Moremi Game Reserve.

You're in for a real treat in the Okavango Delta, one of southern Africa's iconic safari destinations. Partly it's the landscapes of islands, rivers and lakes that you'll love, but these are also the backdrop to an astonishing array of wildlife. At a minimum, you'll see lots of giraffes, elephants, crocs, hippos, zebras, buffaloes and more, and all three of the big cats are often seen as well.

Activities Day 3

Morning

Transfer by Road, Planet Baobab via Maun to Okavango Delta
Transfer time; approx. 7 hours

Afternoon

Afternoon game drive, Okavango Delta

Activities Day 4

Early Morning

Go on an early morning game drive in Okavango Delta, and you’ll soon discover why it’s the favorite activity of the day for many safari-goers.

Afternoon

Afternoon game drive, Okavango Delta

Optional Day 4

According to availability (Morning/Afternoon)

Boat Trip, Okavango Delta

Accommodation Day 3 & 4

Mid-range camping

Our camp is a privately booked Botswana Guides' Association (BOGA) campsite. Our team will set everything up on arrival in the Delta.

Our Style:
We offer comfort/ mid-range camping. This offers amazing intimacy with nature without forsaking comfort. We utilize XL tents therefore, your tent will a large 3,2x3,2m dome tent, with a bush bathroom (shower bucket, flush toilet, canvas sink) attached behind it for private use.

Camping Amenities:
-Proper camping beds/stretchers.
-Comfortable mattresses.
-Proper bed linen and blankets.
-Towels and hand/face cloths are also provided.
-Refrigerator in the vehicle.
-Charging facilities.

Camping is all-inclusive. Selected alcoholic drinks are also available.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Beer and wine Non-alcoholic drinks All meals

Day 5 & 6

Khwai Concession

Morning Game Drive in Moremi Game Reserve The wake-up call today is at the latest 06:00 Hrs and you will drive out to make the most of the day with an early morning game and then drive towards the village of Khwai through the Moremi Game Reserve. Put on some warm clothes and enjoy an early morning game drive. This is the perfect time to experience the wildlife and the landscapes they inhabit. The light is soft and warm – perfect for

photography – and most animals are out and about, and active. If you’re not an early riser, you’ll definitely want to make an exception here.

The Journey to Khwai Village and Wildlife Concession After breakfast, we break camp and head to Khwai. Depending on the road conditions and animal sightings, this journey will take around 3 hours (45km)

You'll be experiencing some of the Okavango Delta's best wildlife-viewing conditions in Khwai Concession, which is a part of Moremi Game Reserve. The wildlife here is easy to see, with plenty of open country to go with the light

woodlands and vegetation along the riverbank. Look especially for giraffes, zebras, elephants, lions and leopards.

Traveling in a Mokoro, Okavango Delta

We think you'll fall in love with the Okavango Delta when you explore with us in a mokoro (dugout canoe). The mokoro is a way of life for the local inhabitants out here in this land without roads. You might see wildlife, including elephants, hippos, crocs, and plenty of birds. But the real highlight is experiencing the Delta at a wonderfully slow pace.

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Moremi Game Reserve

Morning

Transfer by Road, Okavango Delta via Moremi Game Reserve to Khwai Concession
Transfer time; approx. 3 hours

Afternoon

Afternoon game drive, Khwai Concession

Activities Day 6

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Khwai Concession

Afternoon

Watch the sunset and enjoy a sundowner of a few drinks with us in Khwai Concession. It's a magical time of the day.

Evening/Night

Evening/Night Game Drive, Khwai Concession

Optional Day 5

According to availability

Traveling in a Mokoro, Okavango Delta

Optional Day 6

If not possible on Day 6

Traveling in a Mokoro, Okavango Delta

Accommodation Day 5 & 6

Mid-range camping

Here we camp at our private campsite near the Khwai River. Our Mokoro excursion begins and ends here, this comes at a great convenience for you! Enjoy camping in undisturbed nature and listening to the night sounds of Africa at this campsite.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Beer and wine Non-alcoholic drinks All meals

Day 7

Khwai Concession

Early Morning Game Drive Waking up early, we head out trying to catch the hunters on the move. We will return at 08:00 Hrs and have breakfast. After that we break camp and drive to the most south-western part of Chobe National Park, the Savuti region. We will arrive around 13:00 Hrs and have lunch.

The Journey to Savuti: takes about 4 hours through Chobe Game Reserve (South). Distance: 110 km, from Khwai to Savuti.

Irrigated by the Savuti Channel of the Okavango, the area is famous for its migration of zebras, kudu, impala, wildebeest, and, of course, most famously for its predators esp. lions. After arriving and setting up the camp, lunch will be served. In the late afternoon, we will take you on a game drive through the area with very good chances to experience lions up close on a hunt. In the evening you
return to the camp, where a delicious dinner awaits you. Round off the day at the campfire under a stunning starry sky surrounded by sounds of wildlife.

Activities Day 7

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Moremi Game Reserve

Morning

Transfer by Road, Khwai Concession to Savuti
Transfer time; approx. 4 hours

Afternoon

Afternoon game drive, Savuti

Accommodation Day 7

Mid-range camping

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Non-alcoholic drinks Beer and wine All meals

Day 8

Chobe Riverfront

The wake-up call today is at 05:30 Hrs. We will have tea and coffee and then head hurriedly in to the dawn to catch predators on a hunt. After breakfast, we set off northbound towards Kasane. This journey is long arduous traversing the sandy regions of the Chobe National Park. Packed lunch would be available on the way.

On arrival, we pass through the Chobe waterfront and arrive in Kasane at the latest 14:00 Hrs. We will then continue to check in at Water Lily Lodge for your stay in Chobe.

*Savuti to Kasane travel time: 5 hours. Distance 160 km.

You can look forward to a world-class wildlife experience in Chobe National Park. Savuti, which lies within Chobe's boundaries, is famous for its ferocious lions and leopards, while Chobe Riverfront, close to Kasane, is a wonderful place to see big elephants, big cats, and plenty of action as wildlife comes down to drink by the riverbank.

Activities Day 8

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Savuti

Morning

Transfer by Road, Savuti to Chobe Riverfront
Transfer time; approx. 5 hours

Afternoon

Boat Trip, Chobe Riverfront

Accommodation Day 8

Big 5 Toro Lodge

Enjoy staying at Big 5 Toro Lodge as your base while you're here.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Packed lunch

Day 9

The last day with us

Today marks the end of your safari with us. Although it's time to say goodbye, we know that you'll leave as a friend and that you take with you so many happy and amazing memories. We look forward to welcoming you back one day.

Activity Day 9

According to your flight schedule

We will transfer you to the airport.
Transfer time; approx. 15 mins
Finish your tour with us in Kasane Airport.
You'll depart from Kasane Airport, a very modern airport which is 4km (2.5mi) south of Kasane.

Tour starts per person from	$2,450.00
Additional Price Information This is an approximate price per person. The price is adjusted according to the seasons. Special discounts are available for families and group bookings.

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9-Day Well Balanced Botswana Northern Highlights

Introduction

Highlights

Map

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Baobab Bush Walk (if the time allows)

Activities Day 1

Afternoon

Planet Baobab

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Early Morning Game Drive, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Gweta

Activities Day 2

Afternoon

Optional Day 2

Evening/Night

Planet Baobab

Okavango Delta

Activities Day 3

Afternoon

Activities Day 4

Afternoon

Optional Day 4

According to availability (Morning/Afternoon)

Mid-range camping

Khwai Concession

Traveling in a Mokoro, Okavango Delta

Activities Day 5

Morning

Afternoon

Activities Day 6

Afternoon

Evening/Night

Optional Day 5

According to availability

Optional Day 6

If not possible on Day 6

Mid-range camping

Khwai Concession

Activities Day 7

Morning

Afternoon

Mid-range camping

Chobe Riverfront

Activities Day 8

Morning

Afternoon

Big 5 Toro Lodge

The last day with us

Activity Day 9

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