• Gliding through the reedy channels and past the islands of the Okavango Delta in a dugout canoe, known locally as a mokoro.
• Spotting rare birds in the northwest Panhandle area of the Okavango Delta, which harbors hundreds of exotic species.
• Taking a scenic plane ride or hot air balloon over the Delta to be awed by its vast scope.
• Camping out under the stars on one of the Delta’s thousands of islands.
• Staying at a luxury lodge and being pampered in one of the many private reserves bordering the Delta’s Moremi Game Reserve.
• Joining a 4X4 game drive in search of Africa’s “Big Five” (lion, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo, rhino) in Moremi Game Reserve.
• Marveling as herds of elephants, the greatest numbers in Africa, parade through Chobe National Park.
• Experiencing the Kalahari Desert wilderness, unspoiled and dramatically beautiful. Enjoying the peace and tranquility of a night in one of the most remote corners of Africa.
• See rock art dating back to 800 AD at Tsodilo Hills.
• Explore the vast network of rivers and deltas aboard a mokoro.
• Learn about the history of the native San people in the Kalahari desert.

Botswana in 1 Week

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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Botswana in 2 Weeks

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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