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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Welcome to Botswana – Transfer to Meno A Kwena

Welcome to Botswana – Transfer to Meno A Kwena

Upon your arrival at Maun Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your driver holding a personalized sign. After a brief orientation and optional restroom stop, you’ll embark on a scenic road transfer to Meno A Kwena Camp—your base for the next three nights.

The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours, giving you a relaxed introduction to Botswana’s beautiful landscapes. Once you arrive at the camp, check-in will be followed by time to settle in and freshen up in your room.

Later in the afternoon, you’ll enjoy your first safari activity in this stunning wilderness setting. During the check-in process, the camp team will provide an overview of the experiences on offer—ranging from cultural walks to game drives—and together you’ll create a personalized activity schedule for your stay.

Main Destination:
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Best Time To Visit All year (Areas are best at different times)
High Season July to October (Higher rates may apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Dry and less hot)

Wildlife in Makgadikgadi Pans NP

GiraffeCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
ElephantOccasional
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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HippoRare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Meno A Kwena Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) bordering Makgadikgadi Pans NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Safari Bliss in the Makgadikgadi

Safari Bliss in the Makgadikgadi

Wake up to the sounds of the bush and enjoy a freshly brewed coffee or tea as the sun rises over the Boteti River. After breakfast, set out for a morning of exploration—perhaps a guided walk with the San bushmen to learn about ancient survival skills, or a game drive in search of the desert’s resilient wildlife. Each activity offers a new perspective on this unique ecosystem.

Return to camp for a delicious lunch and a few hours of well-deserved relaxation. The early afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure—unwind by the pool with a book, sip a cocktail at the bar, or visit the camp’s floating hide for quiet, up-close wildlife viewing as animals make their way to the water’s edge.

As the heat of the day softens, gather for a sundowner experience—whether it’s a scenic drive or simply enjoying the view from the lodge deck with a drink in hand as the sky explodes with color.

Main Destination:
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Accommodation:
Meno A Kwena Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) bordering Makgadikgadi Pans NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Another Day in Untamed Paradise

Another Day in Untamed Paradise

Another glorious day begins in the Makgadikgadi, with the golden light pouring over the river and the call of birds welcoming you to a new adventure. After a hearty breakfast, you’ll head out again into the wild—whether it's tracking wildlife on a morning game drive or walking alongside the San bushmen as they share their deep connection with the land.

By midday, return to camp to enjoy a relaxed lunch and some downtime. Lounge by the pool carved into natural rock, enjoy quiet moments in the floating hide, or simply soak in the serenity from your private veranda.

As evening approaches, your day ends on a high with another memorable sundowner—perhaps from a scenic lookout on a drive, or from the comfort of the lodge deck, watching the sky transition through shades of fire and rose.

Main Destination:
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Accommodation:
Meno A Kwena Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp (with rustic facilities) bordering Makgadikgadi Pans NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

From Salt Pans to the Delta – Scenic Helicopter Flight to Mokolwane

From Salt Pans to the Delta – Scenic Helicopter Flight to Mokolwane

After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to Meno A Kwena as your journey continues into a completely different ecosystem. You’ll drive back to Maun Airport, where a thrilling scenic flight by helicopter awaits—offering breathtaking aerial views of the Okavango Delta’s shimmering channels, palm-fringed islands, and winding waterways.

Upon arrival at Mokolwane Camp, nestled deep within a private concession in the western Delta, you’ll be welcomed by the friendly team and guided to your tented room. After check-in and a chance to refresh, the camp staff will introduce you to the activity options for the next few days and tailor a plan to your preferences.

Later in the afternoon, set out on your first Delta safari—exploring this lush, wildlife-rich paradise by vehicle as the sun dips low over the reeds and floodplains.

Main Destination:
Okavango Delta
Best Time To Visit July to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season July to October (Higher rates apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Okavango Delta

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mokolwane Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Okavango Delta
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Into the Heart of the Okavango

Into the Heart of the Okavango

Wake up in your elevated treehouse-style room, nestled high in the shady canopy of fig, jackalberry, ilala palms, and wild mangosteens. With sweeping views of the Delta and the sounds of nature all around, there's no better place to start your day.

After a light breakfast, set off with your private guide to explore one of the most remote and wildlife-rich areas of the Okavango. Whether tracking big cats on a game drive or gliding silently through the channels on a seasonal mokoro excursion, each moment brings you closer to the pulse of the wilderness.

Return to camp for lunch and some well-earned rest. In the afternoon, venture out again for more exceptional sightings—this region is known for its predator activity, frequent elephant encounters, and remarkable birdlife.

End the day with a drink in hand, surrounded by wild beauty, and toast to another unforgettable day in a place even National Geographic filmmakers call home.

Main Destination:
Okavango Delta
Accommodation:
Mokolwane Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Okavango Delta
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Wild Encounters & Delta Magic

Wild Encounters & Delta Magic

Your final full day in the Delta begins with the soft morning light filtering through the trees and the distant call of fish eagles echoing across the floodplains. After breakfast, head out with your guide for another thrilling safari—each drive brings new surprises, from a pride of lions lounging in the grass to a herd of elephants wading through a water channel.

As the day unfolds, you might explore new corners of this vast concession, following fresh tracks or simply enjoying the rhythm of the bush.

Back at camp, enjoy a slow afternoon—perhaps a quiet moment on your private deck, a chat with your guide about the day’s sightings, or a refreshing dip in the pool under the trees.

Your last evening offers a chance to reflect as the bush comes alive at dusk. Whether it’s your final game drive or a peaceful sundowner overlooking the Delta, it’s a fitting farewell to one of Africa’s most magical places.

Main Destination:
Okavango Delta
Accommodation:
Mokolwane Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Okavango Delta
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Farewell to the Delta

Farewell to the Delta

Wake up to your final morning in the Okavango, greeted by the soft glow of dawn and the sounds of the bush stirring to life. If time allows, enjoy one last early morning game drive—an opportunity to soak in the sights, sounds, and final wildlife encounters of your unforgettable safari.

After a relaxed breakfast back at camp, your departure time will depend on your scheduled scenic helicopter transfer, which will have been confirmed the evening before. Whether you're heading out after a peaceful morning or fresh from an adventure-filled drive, you’ll take to the skies once more for a breathtaking flight back to Maun.

Arrive at Maun Airport in time for your onward travel—either homebound or en route to your next destination, carrying with you incredible memories of Botswana’s wild beauty.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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