Okavango Delta Tours & Trips

180 Okavango Delta trips. Tours from 89 tour companies. 415 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.

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13 Day Zambia, Botswana & South Africa Adventure
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world with its astounding vistas Walking safari through the exquisite rainforest at Victoria Falls, stopping to see the statue of David Livingstone, the missionary explorer who discovered the Falls At Chobe National Park in Botswana, board a motorized boat for a magnificent sunset safari cruise Watch the game up-close at the source of the Savute in Chobe with its plentiful wildlife and over 460 different species of birds Travel to the lush, green Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta with its huge concentration of animals and birds, designated a World Heritage Site Twice-daily game activities in the untouched freshwater wetland of the Okavango Delta, at the heart of Botswana’s arid Kalahari desert Ascend to the top of legendary Table Mountain to see the astonishing panoramic views of the city and beaches below Enjoy a unique interaction and experience the cultural diversity of the Cape Malay community Travel through the fertile valleys of South Africa's picturesque wine country, with its magnificent Cape Dutch architecture, stopping for tastings at major vineyards by Wine Tram †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

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Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus

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"Onze reis naar Zuid-Afrika met Swiss via Zwitserland werd geannuleerd. We stonden met onze 6 kinderen in Brussel en hoorden dat het vliegtuig niet zou vertrekken. We proberen nu al vanaf september een claim in te dienen bij Swiss, maar krijgen van Gate1 niet het originele boekingsbewijs van Swiss. Iets wat Swiss wel eist voor we kunnen claimen. We worden van het kastje naar de muur gestuurd. Ook is Gate1 al maanden telefonisch niet bereikbaar. Dus mijn advies: niet boeken via Gate1."

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The Big Overlander - 47 days
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Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Kenya - spot the famous Big Five in the Masai Mara, search for rhinos in Lake Nakuru National Park and watch the African Fish Eagle swooping over Lake Naivasha
  • Uganda - stay in the Ugandan capital - Kampala, relax around the shore of Lake Bunyoni and head into the dense jungle of the Magahinga or Bwindi national parks on an optional gorilla trek to see the great apes
  • Tanzania - enjoy game drives in the legendary Serengeti National Park and the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, and get some well earned rest and relaxation on the island of Zanzibar
  • Malawi - journey along the western length of Lake Malawi, stopping to explore various bays, beaches, inlets and local communities, and visit the capital - Lilongwe
  • Zambia - explore the biodiverse South Luangwa National Park and marvel at the Zambian side of majestic Victoria Falls from the town of Livingstone
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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Overland Journeys

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"Over all fantastic Excellent service, great prices, superb tours, brilliant customer service, highly recommended"

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Mobile camping in the Okavango Delta
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks

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"Absolutely amazing two week trip to Mexico. Phoebe was very knowledgeable and helped us plan a fabulous itinerary. The hotels she'd recommended were perfect and in excellent locations. Our guides were helpful, friendly and spoke excellent English and when we contacted the Mexico office to squeeze in another excursion, they were responsive and immediately organised everything. All round brilliant customer service and Mexico was the most interesting and beautiful place to visit! Thank you!"

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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
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Great African Expedition North - 57 days
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Operator does not provide
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • South Africa - begin your adventure in vibrant Cape Town and sample South African wine in the Cederberg Mountains
  • Namibia - see the colossal Fish River Canyon, climb the mighty sand dunes of the Namib Desert, relax on the beaches of Swakopmund and spot wildlife in Etosha National Park
  • Botswana: explore the verdant Okavango Delta aboard traditional mokoro canoes and camp out in the wilderness of Chobe National Park
  • Zimbabwe - gaze at the thundering Victoria Falls and spend two days enjoying optional activities, including bungee jumping, helicopter rides and rafting on the Zambezi
  • Zambia - head out on safari in the wildlife-rich South Luangwa National Park and marvel at the Zambian side of Victoria Falls
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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

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"Over all fantastic Excellent service, great prices, superb tours, brilliant customer service, highly recommended"

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Okavango Delta Budget Lodge Safari
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Chobe National Park sunset boat cruise
  • Local village walk in Gweta near Makgadikgadi Pans
  • Camping, mokoro trips and bush walks in the Okavango Delta
  • Open vehicle game viewing in Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Birding, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"I wanted to express how truly remarkable our holiday was. We encountered incredible wildlife, experienced the thrill of a helicopter ride over Victoria Falls amidst ethereal clouds, connected with wonderful people, and enjoyed the most exquisite accommodations. Claire, you captured our vision perfectly! Every aspect aligned flawlessly with our plan. The breathtaking accommodations, the kind bus and transfer drivers, and the extraordinary experiences like the helicopter ride and canoeing on the Zambezi all exceeded our expectations. I could share countless stories about the beauty of our journey, but I will keep it concise. Claire, you really showcased your exceptional organisational skills and deep knowledge of Africa. Thank you once again for crafting a family holiday that will forever inspire our memories."

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Exploring Botswana and Victoria Falls without small aircraft
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Absolutely amazing two week trip to Mexico. Phoebe was very knowledgeable and helped us plan a fabulous itinerary. The hotels she'd recommended were perfect and in excellent locations. Our guides were helpful, friendly and spoke excellent English and when we contacted the Mexico office to squeeze in another excursion, they were responsive and immediately organised everything. All round brilliant customer service and Mexico was the most interesting and beautiful place to visit! Thank you!"

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Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta
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Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Safari, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Absolutely amazing two week trip to Mexico. Phoebe was very knowledgeable and helped us plan a fabulous itinerary. The hotels she'd recommended were perfect and in excellent locations. Our guides were helpful, friendly and spoke excellent English and when we contacted the Mexico office to squeeze in another excursion, they were responsive and immediately organised everything. All round brilliant customer service and Mexico was the most interesting and beautiful place to visit! Thank you!"

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Cape to Kenya -  43 days
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Operator does not provide
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • South Africa - set off from Cape Town, enjoy wine tasting in the Cederberg Mountains and camp along the Gariep River
  • Namibia - marvel at the Fish River Canyon, explore the beautiful Namib Desert, unwind on the beach in Swakopmund and search for wildlife in Etosha National Park
  • Botswana - explore the Okavango Delta from a mokoro canoe and camp in the wilderness of Chobe National Park, surrounded by the sounds of wildlife
  • Zimbabwe - take time to visit cascading Victoria Falls and enjoy optional activities including bungee jumping and helicopter rides
  • Zambia - see the Zambian side of Victoria Falls and head out on safari in the wildlife-rich South Luangwa National Park
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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

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"Over all fantastic Excellent service, great prices, superb tours, brilliant customer service, highly recommended"

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Okavango Delta Reviews & Ratings

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Geraldine

Aug 2019

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Above all else FUN TIME with guide

Botswana Adventure, August 2019. Loved: the trip, adventure, guide Tshepo, driver Moses. So informative, great culture immersion, great game viewing, fun accommodati...

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Carys

Jul 2019

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This was an amazing three week

This was an amazing three week journey across a beautiful part of Southern Africa. An excellent itinerary with lots of included activities. Lots of wildlife, scenery...

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Bruce

Jun 2019

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Appreciated efforts to be socially and environmentally

Our Botswana adventure was the best guided tour we have taken. It was our first with Intrepid and were impressed by the effort taken by our leader and driver to make...

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Bruce

Jun 2019

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Appreciated efforts to be socially and environmentally

Our Botswana adventure was the best guided tour we have taken. It was our first with Intrepid and were impressed by the effort taken by our leader and driver to make...

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Barry

May 2019

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Absolutely most authentic trip

Absolutely most authentic trip,very well informed,always very prompt ,great communication,safety the utmost importance on this Safari,excellent Safari tour guides. U...

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Okavango Delta Tour Selection Trips

  • Much of the best wildlife viewing in the Delta can be found in the private reserves, just outside Moremi Game Reserve (a national park), though many are accessible only by air.
  • Allow at least a week for a safari combining the Okavango Delta’s private reserves with the public Moremi Game Reserve.
  • Many tour operators combine Okavango Delta safaris with visits to Botswana’s Chobe National Park and Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls, both nearby, while some also venture into more remote regions of the Kalahari.
  • The dry (and high) season – with the best wildlife viewing – is in July and August, when animals come to drink in newly flooded regions.
  • The hot, rainy season (November to March) can make roads difficult, but brings lush vegetation, wildflowers, lots of baby animals, and lower prices.
  • Accommodations in the Delta range from luxurious private lodges to rustic campsites.
  • The luxury lodges are among the most expensive in all of Africa -- and, in general, prices are higher in this remote region.
  • If close encounters with crocodiles and hippos make you nervous, you might carefully consider whether or not to take a dugout canoe ride – though it’s an unforgettable experience.

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Where is the Okavango Delta?

Okavango Delta is a 2 million hectare jewel of Africa, located in north-west Botswana and is mainly a mixture of seasonally flooded plains and permanent marshlands. This swampy inland delta is in the central part of Kalahari's endorheic basin, where the Okavango River reaches a tectonic trough. The water reaching here is either evaporated or transpired but never flows to any ocean or sea.

Best time to visit

Okavango Delta is a year-round destination, but what you get visiting there depends on when you are going. April to October is the dry season, while November to March is the wet season. May to August have the most pleasant weather, and you can have a great time with respect to the atmosphere.

July to October is the high season when most of the people come here to visit, and as a result, everything has a high rate at this time. September and October are extremely hot and could be inconvenient to visit. But if you go during this time, there is a huge chance to explore wildlife because the thirsty animals at that time are found on the fringes. November to March is the low season, and you can get discounted prices, especially for accommodation.

When to visit the Okavango Delta for specific wildlife

The dry months of May to August draw wildlife to the region. The rains have stopped by the time, and the water has reached the Delta attracting all the wildlife. Between the months of March to May, the grass is high with thick bushes but wet, of course, so there is a greater chance to witness big cats walking around the tracks, avoiding grass.

The weather is chilly, but you can have a good time with proper warm clothes and with all the beautiful species, visiting there in a bit of cold is really worth it. In addition to the big five, you will have the opportunity to see many predators like a hyena, leopard, jackal, etc. as well as herds of buffalo, zebra, elephant, wildebeest, etc. around the water source. Baboon, giraffe, African wild dog, and warthog can also be seen anywhere in the region.

By October, the dusty clouds start appearing through the sky, waiting to be dispersed by the summer rains. September and October attract various animals out to the water that is left now, making it easier to spot various species.

During the wet season, from November to April, with the frequent rainfall, animals go back to the deep lush green interior, but this is the time for the birdwatchers. Various species of migrant birds arrive here by that time and are nesting and breeding, meaning you have a greater chance of having an encounter with most of them. There are more than 400 bird species that make this place an extraordinary spot for bird lovers.

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