BOTSWANA EXPLORER : 7 Days

Botswana Explorer  -  7 days small group tour



Delta and Chobe Trail South - Camping or Lodging options - Overland Truck 

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This round trip from Victoria Falls takes you down the river in Chobe National Park and through the wilderness of the Okavango Delta, Khwai and Savuti Game Reserves.

Feel the rumble and hear the roar of the Zambezi River as it cascades over the majestic Victoria Falls. This is the perfect backdrop for the launch of our exploration into neighbouring Botswana, along the route that some refer to as the “game drive route”. Our 7-day round trip tour of Botswana begins in the town of Victoria Falls, home to the largest waterfall in the world, not the highest or the widest. 

Leaving Victoria Falls, we head to the border of Botswana and make our way down to the town of Nata, a stone’s throw away from the Makgadikgadi salt pans. After our included exploration of the pans, we set off for Maun, known as the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Here, you will have the opportunity to take an optional scenic flight over the wild and untamed plains before we board our open 4×4 game viewing safari vehicles and head in the direction of the Khwai Conservation Area, situated on the northern side of the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta, a labyrinth of lagoons, lakes and hidden channels covering 17,000 square kilometres. 

Water levels and temperatures fluctuate significantly from season to season, so no two experiences are ever the same. Polers will guide your mokoro through the waterways and a nature walk will keep us entertained. Before we discover our next national park, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive in open 4×4 safari vehicles through Khwai. Next, we set off for a full day of game driving through the Savuti Game Reserve, which is a unique area bordered by the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park and is renowned for its abundance of wildlife. Finally, we reach Chobe National Park where we spend the afternoon viewing game from the comfort of a river boat. Chobe National Park is undoubtedly the country’s most beautiful and popular nature reserve. 


Pricing 

This small group tour is a combination of Camping and Lodging

Lodging & Camping Tour
Starts from $1574.00 per person sharing - Lodging
Starts from $1931.00 per person sharing - Camping
All Meals Included

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Tour Route


Tour Itinerary




Day 1 – Victoria Falls to Nata

This morning we leave Victoria Falls travel south towards Nata. Some people also call this route the “game drive route”, as you might see some wildlife while travelling through the area.  In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to enjoy an afternoon guided excursion to the Makgadikgadi Pans and Nata Sanctuary to appreciate the spectacular view and sundowner.

Day 2 – Khwai Conservation Area
You will be separated from your Nomad truck for the next 2 nights and it is therefore important that you pack/gather your personal belongings which you may need, before we depart for Maun today as there is limited time in Maun for re-packing and storing.  Please pack lightly and only take what you need for the following two nights.  This morning we rise early and make our way towards Maun, where upon arrival in Maun you will have the opportunity to go on an optional scenic flight over the Delta (time and weather permitting). After your optional flight, you will be collected from Maun and will be transferred to the Khwai Conservation area in smaller safari type vehicles.  This evening our guide will prepare us on what to expect for our mokoro excursion into the Okavango Delta and our game drive in Khwai.

Day 3 – Khwai Conservation Area
Heading out early, we transfer by safari vehicle, to the poling station, where we will meet the polers who will be escorting us into the Delta.  The polers will steer us through the serene area of narrow, reed lined channels which open out onto beautiful lagoons.  Reaching one of the many islands, a nature walk may be taken with your pole and after the walk, we return by mokoro through the channels back to the poling station.  While the mokoro trail is not primarily a game viewing activity, a variety of game may be spotted in this pristine wilderness area, including elephant, giraffe, kudu, impala and zebra.   After lunch, we will return to Khwai Conservation area for our afternoon game drive which will be conducted in open 4×4 safari vehicles.  The game viewing routes chosen during the afternoon by the professional guide may vary especially when high floods are experienced as certain roads may be closed or impassable.

Day 4 – Savuti Game Reserve
The Savuti Game Reserve is a unique area bordered by the Okavango Delta to west and Chobe National Park to the east.  Savuti is renowned as a big game area and known for having the largest concentrations of wildlife in Southern Africa.  Today is a long day as we spend most of our day travelling through the Savuti Game Reserve in search of the species that roam the plains.  Expect some bumpy roads as we traverse this wilderness area in our 4×4 vehicles.  Offering habitats from wetland, open water to the grasslands and Savannah woodland, we hope to see as many species of fauna and flora possible.  This afternoon we arrive on the banks of the Chobe River and will be re-united with our Nomad truck in the town of Kasane.

Day 5 – Chobe National Park

You will be collected early from camp and will venture out in open 4×4 safari type vehicles to game drive through the Chobe National Park.  You will return to camp in time for lunch and a quick siesta before we head out in the afternoon to explore the Chobe National Park from the river, enjoying a leisurely boat cruise which allows us an up close and personal experience with the many elephants that frequent the river in the afternoons.

Day 6 – Zimbabwe -Victoria Falls

With the memories of our wildlife encounters firmly etched in our minds, we cross the border into Zimbabwe this morning and travel the short distance to Victoria Falls. Today you have the opportunity to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls at your leisure, also known by the local name of “Mosi-oa Tunya” (the smoke that thunders). While much of today is dedicated to viewing the mighty Zambezi River as it drops into the Batoka Gorge below, the bustling adventure town of Victoria Falls also offers a range of optional activities for those wanting a dose of adrenaline in the afternoon. For the more relaxed traveller there are craft markets and coffee shops on offer as well.

Day 7 – Victoria Falls

Your tour comes to an end after breakfast and with the many activities on offer in Victoria Falls, today is the perfect day for the adventure that most suites your style. Whether rafting the mighty Zambezi River or enjoying a flight over the Falls, this is your day to enjoy the many attractions on offer in Victoria Falls.

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  • Crew
  • Tour Info

  • 2 Crew
  • 12 Max Passengers
  • 12 Seater Overland Truck
  • 7 Days 6 Nights
  • Vic Falls to Vic Falls
  • 6 Breakfast/ 6 Lunch/ 6 Dinner
  • Country: Botswana




Botswana Explorer 7 Days Tour Dates


  • February
    • February 16 - February 22, 2023code: 1215

§  Accommodated Tour

§ Available

 

    • February 16 - February 22, 2023code: 1215

§  Camping Tour

 

  • April
    • April 13 - April 19, 2023code: 1219

§  Accommodated Tour

§  German Translator

§ Limited Availability

 

    • April 13 - April 19, 2023code: 1219

§  Camping Tour

§  German Translator

 

  • June
    • June 8 - June 14, 2023code: 1223

§  Accommodated Tour

§  German Translator

§ Limited Availability

 

    • June 8 - June 14, 2023code: 1223

§  Camping Tour

§  German Translator

 

  • August
    • August 3 - August 9, 2023code: 1227

§  Accommodated Tour

 

    • August 3 - August 9, 2023code: 1227

§  Camping Tour

 

  • September
    • September 28 - October 4, 2023code: 1231

§  Accommodated Tour

§  German Translator

§ Limited Availability

 

    • September 28 - October 4, 2023code: 1231

§  Camping Tour

§  German Translator

 

  • November
    • November 23 - November 29, 2023code: 1235

§  Accommodated Tour

§ Limited Availability

 

    • November 23 - November 29, 2023code: 1235

§  Camping Tour



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