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Botswana Wildside Safari

14 Days. From USD $2,744pp.
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Overview

Safari through the wilderness of Botswana. Experience the Okavango Delta by traditional dug-outs and the abundant wildlife of Moremi game reserve and Savuti. Explore Chobe NP by boat and enjoy wonderful views of Victoria Falls!

Limited participation:

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From putting up your tent to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up. If there are 9 or more clients on the tour, then a supply vehicle and camp assistant travel with the group through the national parks (days 6-11). The camp assistant will help with meal preparation and washing up, and make your life a little easier!

Please Note: The custom-built safari trucks on this tour are not fitted with traditional air-conditioning. However, each vehicle is equipped with a roof-mounted cooling system that lowers the interior temperature by approximately 5–10°C. This helps maintain a comfortable, pleasant environment throughout your journey without making the vehicle cold.

Botswana Wildside Safari
Botswana Wildside Safari
Botswana Wildside Safari
Botswana Wildside Safari
Botswana Wildside Safari
Botswana Wildside Safari
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Itinerary Highlights

  • Khama Rhino Sanctuary
  • Okavango Delta – mokoro excursion
  • Moremi Game Reserve – game drives
  • Savuti – game drives
  • Chobe National Park – game drive and river cruise
  • Victoria Falls – adventure activities

Itinerary in Brief

  • Day 1: Johannesburg to Khama Rhino Sanctuary
  • Day 2: Maun
  • Day 3 to 5: Okavango Delta
  • Day 6 to 9: Moremi & Savuti
  • Day 10 and 11: Chobe National Park
  • Day 12 and 13: Victoria Falls / Livingstone Zambia
  • Day 14: Zambia - Livingstone - Tour Ends

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Day 1: Johannesburg to Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Departing Johannesburg at 06:30am we head north into Botswana. We pass Serowe, the birthplace of Botswana’s first president, Sir Seretse Khama, on our way to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. This 4300 hectare reserve situated on the Kalahari sandveld, has several natural waterholes and provides prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest. We take our first game drive around the open grassland of Malema and Serowe Pans.

Includes: Entrance to Khama Rhino Sanctuary.
Distance/time: ±610km, 7h30 actual driving time, so with a border crossing and lunch stop we expect a total travel day of ±9h30. This is a long travel day to us to a special overnight stop.

Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 2: Maun

We drive through the Kalahari to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River, Maun is a bustling frontier town where we prepare for the delta excursion. After setting up camp we have a relaxing afternoon at the swimming pool.

Includes: -
Distance/time: ±540km, 6h30 actual driving time. We leave Khama relatively early to arrive in Maun midday to shop for delta supplies, so an expected total travel day of ±8h00.

Breakfast and Lunch included.

Day 3 to 5: Okavango Delta

Our local guides will take us deep into the heart of the Okavango Delta on mekoro (dugout canoes). The delta forms as water flows from the Angolan highlands out over the Botswanan flat Kalahari Desert sands creating a delicate, green oasis for birds & wildlife. We will camp wild on remote islands in this amazingly dynamic environment & enjoy bush walks, bird watching & swimming in the clear water. Camping with our local guides we learn more about their lifestyle & culture. We return to Maun in the late afternoon of day 5 and have time for an optional (own expense) game flight over the Okavango, which will reveal a different aspect of the delta.

Includes: Entrance to Okavango Delta, mokoro excursion, morning and afternoon game walks with local guides.
Distance/time: Day 3 ±50km, 2h00 actual driving time to mekoro station. Mokoro ride to camp is dependent on campsite location so overall travel time for the day ±6h30.

*Day 5: Dinner will be an own expense meal at a local restaurant

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 6 to 9: Moremi & Savuti

We have 4 nights in these conservation areas with time to explore the various habitats. We spend our time on game drives watching the plentiful wildlife including wild dog, elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion & other game.

Moremi Game Reserve rates as one of the leading wildlife areas of the world and we take our open 4WD vehicle into Moremi for fantastic game viewing! Grasslands, floodplains, forests, lily lagoons and winding water channels combine to form a variety of game viewing habitats.

Moving north over the sand ridge and into the Mababe depression we arrive at the Savuti Marsh. This open grassland area attracts herds of zebra and wildebeest, which in turn draw the large lion prides for which Savuti is famous. We camp wild in the central Chobe National Park at either Savuti or ZweiZwei.

Includes: Entrance fees, morning and afternoon game drives in open 4WD game viewing vehicle.
Distance/time: 350kms ± 8½ hours, excludes game drives & stops for wildlife viewing (Maun – Savuti).

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 10 and 11: Chobe National Park

The Chobe River flows lazily along the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park attracting some of the largest herds of elephant in Africa. In the early morning we search for game on the flood plains of the Chobe River. The late afternoon game viewing “sundowner” cruise is a highlight as we see the mighty elephant herds returning to the Chobe River to quench their thirst. We camp at Kasane on the Chobe River for night 11.

Includes: Entrance fees, morning and afternoon game drives in open 4WD game viewing vehicle & sunset cruise on Chobe River.
Distance/time: ±150km, 5h30 actual driving time, excluding stops for sightseeing, expected total travel time ±06h00.

*Day 11: Dinner will be an own expense meal at a local restaurant

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 12 and 13: Victoria Falls / Livingstone Zambia

Overnight for 2 nights in Zambia near Livingstone town on the banks of the Zambezi River. Enjoy a spectacular walk through tropical vegetation to the very edge of the “Mosi oa Tunya” or “the smoke that thunders” - Victoria Falls. Opportunities to white water raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee
jump, or take a “flight of angels” (own expense).

Includes: Entrance Fees to see the Victoria Falls.
Distance/time: ±70km, 1h00 actual driving time. It's not a long way, but the border can be busy and slow so we anticipate a total travel day of ±3h00.

Breakfast included.

Day 14: Zambia - Livingstone - Tour Ends

Tour ends at 08:00 after breakfast. Transfers to local airports are available.

Includes: N/A
Distance/time: N/A

Breakfast included.

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  • Compulsory local payment of US$300 pp collected by the tour leader on departure.
  • Please note that 2027 itineraries are a guide only and are subject to change.
Suggested Accommodation
CityAccommodation
Khama Rhino Sanctuary Campsite - Sunway Safaris or similar
Maun Campsite - Sunway Safaris or similar
Okavango Delta Wild camping - Sunway Safaris or similar
Moremi Game Reserve Wild camping - Sunway Safaris or similar
Chobe National Park Campsite or similar
Livingstone Adventure Village Rooms or similar

What's included?

  • Accommodation in camps or lodges
  • Tours with English speaking guides
  • Transfers
  • Meals as specified
  • Entrance fees

What's not?

  • International Airfares
  • Internal airfares
  • Airport entrance/departure taxes
  • Passport, visa, and immigration fees
  • Additional hotel nights
  • Compulsory local payment of US$300 pp collected by the tour leader on departure.
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Travel Protection Plan
  • Gratuities
  • Any items not mentioned as included

Important notes and additional information

  • Limited participation:
    An essential part of your safari is some participation. From putting up your tent to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up. If there are 9 or more clients on the tour, then a supply vehicle and camp assistant travel with the group through the national parks (days 6-11). The camp assistant will help with meal preparation and washing up, and make your life a little easier!

Please Note: The custom-built safari trucks on this tour are not fitted with traditional air-conditioning. However, each vehicle is equipped with a roof-mounted cooling system that lowers the interior temperature by approximately 5–10°C. This helps maintain a comfortable, pleasant environment throughout your journey without making the vehicle cold.

  • Compulsory local payment of US$300 pp collected by the tour leader on departure.
  • Please note that 2027 itineraries are a guide only and are subject to change.

Price Assurance

At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.

Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.

Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.

Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!

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Destination: Africa

From its endless deserts and burning sunsets, to its abundance of wildlife and diversity of culture, the African Safari has it all. There is nowhere else on the planet with such incredible natural beauty and rich traditions than Africa. Discover your own Africa with a tailored tour through some of the most dynamic and stunningly beautiful natural landscapes the world has to offer.
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