Botswana Adventure Camping

Overview

Spend 10 days exploring the diversity of Botswana’s most captivating wildlife regions on this adventure camping safari. Explore the renowned Moremi Game Reserve, the serene Mababe Private Reserve, and the dramatic landscapes of Chobe National Park, all while staying in spacious en-suite tented camps. Highlights of the safari include game drives, mokoro excursions, a scenic charter flight over the Okavango and a walking safari.

Itinerary

DAYS 1– 3: MAUN – MOREMI GAME RESERVE

Upon arrival in Maun, you will be transferred to a shared light aircraft for your flight to the Xakanaxa airstrip in Moremi Game Reserve. On arrival you will be transferred to your private campsite, with a game drive en-route. Spend two days exploring the clear channels, lagoons, rivers and floodplains of Moremi. This area is well known for its wild dog population, as well as resident buffalo herds, elephant and lion. Three nights at your PRIVATE CAMPSITE. (B, L, D)

DAY 4: MOREMI GAME RESERVE – MABABE PRIVATE RESERVE

After an early breakfast, you will enjoy a full day game drive through Moremi, heading north-east towards the Khwai and Mababe areas. Enjoy a mokoro excursion in the backwaters of the Khwai and Mbudi channels along the way. Overnight at your PRIVATE CAMPSITE. (B, L, D)

DAYS 5 & 6: MABABE PRIVATE RESERVE

Spend the next two days exploring the Mababe and Khwai River areas on game drives and, weather permitting, walking safaris. The region is well- renowned for its population of lion, leopard, serval, elephants, giraffe, wildebeest and other plains game. It is also a popular birding destination. Two nights at your PRIVATE CAMPSITE. (B, L, D)

DAY 7: MABABE PRIVATE RESERVE – CENTRAL CHOBE

Today you will head to Central Chobe, taking in the desert-like landscape on a full-day game drive. Overnight at your PRIVATE CAMPSITE. (B, L, D)

DAYS 8 & 9: CENTRAL CHOBE

Over two days explore diverse Central Chobe on game drives, from its rocky volcanic outcrops to the towering dunes of the Kalahari and the endless savannah. Explore the Savuti Marsh, home to lions, elephants, wild dog, and hyenas. You will also have the opportunity to discover the area on local bushman painting walks. Two nights at your PRIVATE CAMPSITE. (B, L, D)

DAY 10: CENTRAL CHOBE – CHOBE RIVER

After breakfast you will journey toward the Chobe River, arriving in Kasane where you will enjoy a picnic lunch before enjoying an afternoon boat cruise. This marks the end of your tour. (B, L)

Includes

  • 9 nights accommodation on a twin share basis in canvas tents with private ensuite
  • All transfers
  • Meals as indicated (B, L, D)
  • Professional guide and back-up crew
  • Full service camping in private campsites
  • National Parks and Game Reserves entrance fees.
  • All activities and game drives as specified

NOTE:

Contact African Travel Specialists for detailed itinerary and departure dates.

Subject to change without notice.

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Chobe Bush Lodge

Chobe Bush Lodge is a stylish and contemporary retreat located just minutes from the entrance to Botswana’s renowned Chobe National Park. The lodge offers a tranquil setting with 42 spacious rooms and four family units, each featuring a modern aesthetic that blends in with the natural surroundings. Guests can enjoy views of the bush or lodge grounds from private balconies or patios, and enjoy a range of amenities including a swimming pool, restaurant, and access to spa treatments at the nearby Chobe Safari Lodge. The property is situated in an ideal position for guests to embark on game drives, river cruises on the Chobe River, and day trips to Victoria Falls.

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Mashatu Lodge

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Mohave Bush Camp

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