Botswana Lodge Explorer - 8 days

Explore Botswana and enjoy its hospitality on this 8 day lodge safari. Visit Moremi Game Reserve and discover the wide open spaces of Makgadikgadi Pans. Enjoy a night game drive in the Khwai area and relax during a sunset cruise on the Chobe River! This safari of a lifetime ends in the magnificent Victoria Falls!

The Botswana Lodge Explorer is a non participation lodge safari. Group size 2-10.

Day 1: Maun
On arrival at Maun Airport, you will be met by your guide, and transfered to our accommodation. The afternoon is yours to spend at your leisure. You could do some last minute shopping or enjoy a scenic flight over the Okavanago Delta (optional activity, payable locally). Overnight - Thamalakane River Lodge - Maun
The Okavango Delta . Photo courtesy of Sara & Joachim
Maun - Khwai River. After breakfast we leave Maun and reach the Mokoro station after a short drive. From here, we will float in Mokoros through the thick vegetation of the Okavango Delta discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. Unlike other Delta’s in the world, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique.

After this exciting excursion we make our way to camp which is close to the famous Khwai River. We will enjoy dinner and embark upon a night game drive - a fantastic opportunity to spot some of the nocturnal animals that are difficult to see during the day. Overnight - Khwai Bedouin Camp - Khwai River (B, L, D)
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Relaxing in the setting sun at Masgobe Game Reserve
Day 3: Khwai River
Today we spend a full day in the Khwai area. Enjoy an early morning game drive and sunset game drive, spotting a variety of game that frequent this region that borders Moremi and Chobe. Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals and it is not unusual to see many types of wildlife during just one game drive, including elephant, buffalo, cheetah, lion, leopard and wild dog. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance with exceptional sightings of wildfowl and raptors. Overnight - Khwai Bedouin Camp - Khwai River (B, L, D)
Day 4: Moremi G.R.
Khwai River - Moremi Game Reserve - Maun. After having explored the Khwai area we now head into the famous Moremi game reserve known as one of the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with an unprecedented concentration of wildlife. The full day is spent in the unspoiled nature of the Moremi Game Reserve. After our wildlife experiences in the Moremi Reserve, we head back to Maun. Overnight - Thamalakane River Lodge - Maun (B, L)
Exploring Makgadikgadi Pans.
Maun - Makgadikgadi Pans. After breakfast we head onto Nata Lodge, lying close to the Makgadikgadi Pans. This area incorporates a multitude of salt pans and vast grass plains dotted by palm islands and forms the Great Makgadikagidi which comprises the largest area of salt pans in the world covering some 37 000 sq km in overall extent. It is the last vestiges of Africa’s largest inland sea and exudes an atmosphere of antiquity and mystery. En-route we stop at the Nata Bird Sanctuary. The Nata River delta feeds the Sua Pan in the Nata sanctuary and forms the breeding ground for a host of water birds including pelicans and flamingo in their thousands, transforming the shore line into a pink haze blending into the western sky. With a little luck, you will witness this majestic spectacle today. Overnight - Nata Lodge - Makgadikgadi & Naxi Pan N.P. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Chobe N. P.
Makgadikgadi Pans - Chobe National Park. Today we make our way to Chobe Safari Lodge on the Chobe River. Once we have reached the Lodge and settled into our accommodation, we enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Here we can watch elephants, hippos, lions, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to even reach for our binoculars! Overnight - Chobe Safari Lodge - Chobe N.P. (B, L, D)
A sunset cruise on the Chobe River
Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls. Today we leave Botswana behind us and after a short drive we enter Zimbabwe, home to one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the mighty Victoria Falls. We get to view the falls on a guided tour through the Victoria Falls National Park. You have the rest of the day at leisure to partake in one of the many activities on offer. Overnight - Amadeus Garden Guest House - Victoria Falls (B, L)
Depending on your departure flight details you will be taken to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Extend Your Stay

Victoria Falls offers a wealth of exciting activities, from Walking with Lions and Elephant Back Safaris to White Water Rafting, Helicopter Flights over the falls and bungee jumping. Consider extending your stay to make the most of all there is on offer. Contact us for further details.
Tour Details
  • Starts in: Maun / Ends in: Victoria Falls
  • Departs: Year round
  • No local payment required
  • Breakfast:7, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 4
  • Hotel Rating: Mid range lodges
  • Tour Guide: Yes
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