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1 week in Botswana is enough time to see the main sights of the country. Tours can range from camping and horseback safaris to luxury lodges and hot air balloons, but amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife await you no matter which way you choose to travel.
Day 1, Maun: Fly into the airport in Maun from Johannesburg or Cape Town. Shop in the outdoor markets around the city, sample local cuisine, and visit the Nhabe Museum to learn about local culture.
Day 2-4, Okavango Delta: Explore the delta via mokoro, spot unusual wildlife, and visit Sedudu Island.
Day 5, Nata: See some of the largest salt flats on earth near the town of Nata before heading on to Chobe National Park.
Day 6-7, Chobe National Park: Chobe National Park is the best place in Africa to see African elephants, with single herds numbering in the hundreds. Lions, leopards, and zebras are also abundant here.
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If you’re lucky enough to spend 2 weeks in Botswana, you’ll be able to see all of the major sites of the country. You’ll also have more opportunities to learn about wildlife conservation and local culture in Botswana.
Day 1, Maun: Shop, eat, and learn about local culture in the town of Maun.
Day 2-4, Okavango Delta: Explore the delta via mokoro, spot unusual wildlife, and visit Sedudu Island.
Day 5, Nata: See some of the largest salt flats on earth near the town of Nata before heading on to Chobe National Park.
Day 6-8, Chobe National Park: Get up close to elephants, lions, and leopards in Botswana’s first and most famous national park.
Day 9-10, Khama Rhino Sanctuary: Learn about rhino conversation and get up close to the animals in this community based sanctuary.
Day 11-12, Tuli Block: Admire the unique scenery and rare wildlife in the private reserves in the Tuli Block.
Day 13-14, Victoria Falls: Located across the border in western Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is a must-see for any traveler to southern Africa.
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Mar 2025
The safari trip was such an eye opener- to other cultures, history, general life activities and the support and education from our Trip Manager *Personal information...
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Mar 2025
The trip was planned very well and we were kept pretty busy but still had free time to do other things if we wanted. Our trip manager *Personal information removed b...
Jason Williamson
Mar 2025
This trip exceeded expectations more than I could have imagined, it covered a great range of activities and places to see. I was very happy with my trip manager Jess...
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Feb 2025
This trip was incredible! The crowd leaned a bit older than other Contiki's I have done (Europe & SE Asia), and due to the very early wake ups partying was not a...
Michael Modica
Feb 2025
The itinerary for this trip was well crafted with a great blend of activities and minimal travel times. The tour guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was ...