Botswana Express: Central Kalahari, Okavango Delta & Chobe National Park
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 6,553
FIRST CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Discover some of the world’s best wildlife in three distinct regions across Botswana. See lions in the famous desert of the Central Kalahari, explore the wetlands of the Okavango Delta, and have close encounters with elephants in Chobe.
This 8-day Botswana safari takes you to game reserves in the Kalahari, Okavango Delta, and Chobe. It features first-class accommodations and small group tours.
Your journey to Botswana begins in the transit hub of Maun, where you’ll connect to Dinaka Lodge in the exclusive environment of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Spend two nights at this 5-star game lodge situated along a permanent waterhole in the heart of the Kalahari. You’ll head on daily morning and afternoon game drives to explore the arid landscape and see some of the local wildlife, including Kalahari lions, springboks, Oryx, and brown hyenas.
Trade the desert landscape of the Kalahari for wetland as you connect by air to Kadizora Camp in Moremi Game Reserve in the Okavango Delta. During your three nights at this 4-star safari camp, you’ll stay in luxury tents that offer you intimacy and sophistication in the midst of the beautiful landscape. Spend your days on morning and afternoon safari drives. You can ride a mekoro out onto the swamplands in the morning, spotting rare birds as they feed at dawn. In the afternoon, head on a bushwalk through the swampy landscape to spot elephants bathing in the cool waters or cheetahs resting under a shady tree, waiting for twilight to resume the hunt.
Connect to Kasane and continue to Elephant Valley Lodge in the greater Chobe region. This game area along the northern edge of the nation has the largest population of wild elephants in the world. Spend two nights at the 4-star lodge and explore the landscape in search of elephants and other fascinating animals, including hornbills, hippos, and leopards. You’ll likely have some close encounters with the elephant population and have a chance to see water-based animals with boat excursions on the waterways. At the end of your stay, you’ll connect back to Kasane to return home.
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 6,553
Itinerary View Trip Map
Arrive Maun
Upon arrival at Maun International Airport, you will board onto a connecting flight that will take you to Dinaka Lodge. Situated on an exclusive private reserve alongside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the focus of activities at Dinaka is exploring the Kalahari experience with wildlife ranging from giraffe to the antelope, small mammals, to predators including the Kalahari lion. Activities include morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles, with afternoon game drives often continuing into the evening.
| Meal Plan | Lunch and Dinner |
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| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Dinaka Camp |
| Location | View map |
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Dinaka Camp
An exclusive private reserve hugging the northern edge of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Dinaka is host to one of the most unique bio-diversities in Southern Africa. This ever-changing desert landscape gives refuge to the Kalahari lion, springbok, Oryx and brown hyena. Dinaka's tents are …
An exclusive private reserve hugging the northern edge of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Dinaka is host to one of the most unique bio-diversities in Southern Africa. This ever-changing desert landscape gives refuge to the Kalahari lion, springbok, Oryx and brown hyena. Dinaka's tents are well spaced and raised up on wooden decks giving the perfect vantage point over a permanent water hole. The annual rains transform the arid desert landscape into a lush profusion of Kalahari vegetation, offering guests a unique insight into the lesser known desert experience.
Facilities
- Ensuite Bathrooms
- Indoor Shower
- Outdoor Shower
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Dinaka Camp
Today is yours to explore the reserve as you set off on your included morning and afternoon game drives to search out the variety of wildlife that call this area home.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Travel to Okavango
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred by Air from the Lodge to Mapula Airstrip followed by a game drive transfer to Kadizora Camp where you will spend the next three nights.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Kadizora Camp |
| Location | View map |
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Kadizora Camp
The northern areas of the delta feature larger expanses of savannahs punctuated by lagoons and tributaries, and it is on the banks of one of these that a magnificent site has been selected for Kadizora Camp. Beneath a majestic stand of trees and along a …
The northern areas of the delta feature larger expanses of savannahs punctuated by lagoons and tributaries, and it is on the banks of one of these that a magnificent site has been selected for Kadizora Camp. Beneath a majestic stand of trees and along a peninsula, commanding uninterrupted panoramic vistas of the delta, the camp has been set out to afford each luxury tent absolute privacy.
Kadizora has luxury tents, each with generous living spaces, and surrounded by sophisticated furnishing, making time between exciting wildlife experiences comfortable and tranquil. In addition to open vehicle and walking safaris, mokoro excursions will provide the ideal position from which to explore the endless flow of rivers and tributaries, this tranquil experience permits close encounters with an abundance of bird and wildlife. The camp is reached after a short 40 minute flight from Maun.Facilities
- Activities Desk
- Bar/Lounge
- Swimming Pool
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Kadizora Camp
Today enjoy the activities offered by the camp, morning mekoro trip, and island walk and an afternoon/evening game drive.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Kadizora Camp
Today enjoy the activities offered by the camp, morning mekoro trip, and island walk and an afternoon/evening game drive.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Travel to Chobe
Enjoy a game drive as you transfer to Mapula Air Strip in time for your light aircraft to Kasane International Airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by road to Elephant Valley Lodge, your accommodation for the next two nights. The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their sometimes daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Enjoy an afternoon game drive (time permitting).
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Elephant Valley Lodge |
| Location | View map |
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Elephant Valley Lodge
The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Elephant Valley Lodge lies along one …
The Chobe region is home to the largest population of wild elephant in the world. This is estimated to be approximately 120,000 individuals. Their daily passage takes them from Zimbabwe through the Chobe and on into Namibia before returning. Elephant Valley Lodge lies along one of these routes and is situated in the Kasane Forest, which is adjacent to the Chobe National Park.
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Elephant Valley Lodge
Todays included activities include a morning boat cruise into the Chobe National Park and afternoon game drive. The unique lodge location provides game viewing opportunities both during the day and at night.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Onward Journey
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred by road from the camp to Kasane International Airport for your onward journey.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
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Shared arrival and departure airstrip transfers all included internal flights
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Shared departure airport transfer Elephant Valley Lodge to Kasane Airport
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2 nights deluxe accommodations near Central Kalahari Game Reserve
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3 nights first-class accommodations in the Okavango Delta
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2 nights first-class accommodations near Chobe National Park
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2 shared safari activities per day at Dinaka Camp including:
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Early morning and afternoon game drives (max 4 guests per vehicle)*
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Guided bush walks
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Educational walks with San Bushmen
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2 shared safari activities per day at Kadizora Camp including:
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Early morning and afternoon game drives (max 6 guests per vehicle)*
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Mokoro safaris
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Guided bush walks
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2 shared safari activities per day at Elephant Valley Lodge including:
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Morning boat cruise on Chobe River
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Afternoon game drives in Chobe National Park (max 9 guests per vehicle)*
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All park entrance fees
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Bed levy
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Laundry
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Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at Dinaka Camp
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Select local drinks beverages, soft drinks, and waters at Kadizora Camp and Elephant Valley Lodge
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Internal light aircraft flights Maun - Dinaka - Okavango - Kasane including air taxes
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7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
*Please note maximum vehicle capacities are subject to change without prior notice
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals & beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees if applicable
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
8 Dec 2023
