9-Day Best of Botswana

This safari starts in Maun and ends in Kasane, both of which are in Botswana. Discover why Botswana is one of Africa’s premier wilderness locations with our 9-day Best of Botswana package. Marvel at the astonishing wildlife of the Okavango Delta, Khwai River, Moremi Game Reserve, and Kazuma Forest Reserve as you embark on an authentic safari experience.

 

Highlights

  • Khwai
  • Kasane
  • Botswana
  • Greater Moremi
  • Kazuma Forest Reserve

Tour Summary

Full Day by Day Itinerary

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Day 1 – 3 : Khwai

Upon your arrival at Maun International Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred by road to your accommodation, the wonderful Mogotlho Safari Lodge (Optional helicopter flight transfer available). Here, you will spend the next three nights in the remarkable Khwai region. Mogotlho Safari Lodge offers a quintessential safari experience, seamlessly blending comfort with the untamed beauty of the wilderness. This afternoon, you are free to unwind at your leisure. Relax by the pool or take the opportunity to join an afternoon game drive on our concession.

 

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Day 4 – 6 : Greater Moremi

After breakfast you will transfer to Mankwe Tented Retreat, having the opportunity to spot wildlife along the way. Situated on a private concession east of the Moremi Game Reserve, the lodge is surrounded by mopane trees and expansive wilderness. The elevated Meru-style tented suites are designed with understated elegance, offering sweeping views of the bush from private decks, blending rustic charm with contemporary comfort. During your stay at Mankwe Tented Retreat you will have the opportunity to partake in game drives to areas such as Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Game reserve as well as the Chobe Corridor.  There is also an opportunity for a mokoro (dug out canoe) experience in Khwai.

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Day 7 – 8 : Kazuma Forest Reserve

After breakfast you will transfer by road to Khwai Airstrip where you will fly to Kasane Airport. On arrival you will enjoy lunch before departing for your cruise on the Chobe River (please note that Chobe Cruise included is dependent on arrival time). After this, you will be transferred to Camp Kuzuma, an intimate safari lodge situated in the Chobe region of Botswana. You will have the opportunity to either relax on your own private deck or at the pool area, before an afternoon game drive on our concession. The next day is spent on game drives on our 11,000-hectare concession.  The area is known as one of the busiest elephant corridors in the world, with large herds passing through regularly. Lions, buffalo, and other plains game also roam the Chobe region, providing excellent opportunities for sightings during game drives.

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Day 9 : Departure

Our safari ends after breakfast. You will be transferred by road to Kasane Airport in time for your departure flight. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures!

Included

8 x Breakfast
7 x Lunch
8 x Dinner
Selected drinks at Mogotlho Safari Lodge, Mankwe Tented Retreat and Camp Kuzuma
Transfers and activities as specified in the itinerary
1 internal flight (Khwai Airstrip to Kasane Airport)
Services of an English-speaking driver guide on included activities
Park entrance and river usage fees unless otherwise stipulated

Excluded

Pre and post tour accommodation
Optional activities
Imported and premium brand drinks
Personal expenses such as gratuities, telephone calls, curios etc.