Okavango Wilderness Discovery - 7 Days

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SMALL GROUP ACCOMMODATED SAFARI: Take in the best of beautiful Botswana on this 7-day small group, accommodated safari which travels from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe to Pretoria in South Africa. Encounter abundant wildlife in Chobe National Park, navigate the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro and spend a night camping in the wilderness. Cruise t...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Chobe National Park - Cruise the Chobe River in search of hippos, elephants and crocodiles and game drive in search of lions and leopards
    • Okavango Delta - Paddle traditional mokoro canoes through this biodiverse wetland and spend a night camping in the wilderness
    • Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Enjoy a game drive through this conservation region, which is a prime habitat for white rhino, zebra, wildebeest and giraffe
    • Gweta - Take a guided walk through a local Tswana village to learn something of the life of the community

What's this trip about?

    SMALL GROUP ACCOMMODATED SAFARI: Take in the best of beautiful Botswana on this 7-day small group, accommodated safari which travels from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe to Pretoria in South Africa. Encounter abundant wildlife in Chobe National Park, navigate the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro and spend a night camping in the wilderness. Cruise the mighty Chobe and Zambezi Rivers and spot rhinos at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVictoria Falls
End CityPretoria

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Maun
  • Okavango Delta

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 12

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 12

Trip includes

    • 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 6 dinners
    • 5 nights twin share accommodation, 1 night twin share pre erected tent in the Okavango Delta
    • Transportation in a custom-built vehicle and shuttle minibus from Pretoria to Polokwane
    • Chobe National Park - Open Vehicle Game Drive with Resident Guide and Fish Eagle (Sunset) Boat Cruise
    • Okavango Delta Excursion, Mokoro/Walking Safari
    • Gweta Village Walk
    • Khama Rhino Sanctuary
    • Park entrance fees
    • Escorted by an English-speaking driver / tour leader

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park (Botswana). From Victoria Falls, we cover a short distance to the Botswana border, crossing into the small town of Kasane and travelling on to our lodge. In the afternoon, we embark on a game drive and boat cruise in Chobe National...

Day : 2 Chobe to Gweta

Chobe National Park - Gweta. After breakfast we set out for Gweta. As we drive south, we may have the opportunity to spot elephants or buffalos, often strays from the migratory herds that freely roam the area in search of pasture and water. We make a stop in the small...

Day : 3 Maun

Gweta - Maun. Following an early breakfast, we embark on a guided walk through a local Tswana village, gaining insights into the community's life, from schools and doctors to trading and traditions. After our tour, we head west to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Del...

Day : 4 Okavango Delta

Maun - Okavango Delta. Setting out early after breakfast, we begin our journey into the Okavango Delta. The initial part of the trip involves a 4x4 ride over rough sandy paths to the 'mokoro' station, where the river level is reached. Here, we meet the local Tswana 'p...

Day : 5 Okavango Nature Walk

Okavango Delta - Maun. This morning we embark on a nature walk through the wilderness. It's a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the sights, sounds, and smells of the natural world. After our venture into the bush, we indulge in a hearty breakfast and then pack up on...

Day : 6 Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Maun - Khama Rhino Sanctuary. It's another early rise as we embark on a long journey skirting the greater Kalahari, catching glimpses in the distance of the vast salt pans of central Botswana. Our destination is the Khama Rhino Sanctuary which serves as a prime habita...

Day : 7 Pretoria

Tuli Block - Pretoria, South Africa. On our last morning, we join the main route along Martin’s Drift border post. Crossing the mighty Limpopo River into South Africa, we absorb the scenic views and observe changes in vegetation, infrastructure, and populated areas. Our journey ends in Pretoria.

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$258
Last Updated: 1/6/2025
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Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of a single room. Single rooms are subject to availability. 'Shared' prices are applicable to solo travellers who are happy to share a room with another traveller of the same sex.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Airport transfers - can be booked on request
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities (prices listed in Trip Notes)
    • Local payment - $500pp, paid in USD

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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Minimum age 8
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