Explore Botswana on a Fully Guided Safari Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the wild heart of Botswana on this fully guided safari. Whether you opt for the Best of Botswana Fully Guided Tour – 12 Days or the Botswana Highlights Fully Guided Tour – 20 Days, you’ll experience the rich biodiversity, stunning landscapes, and cultural highlights of this beautiful country.

Botswana’s Peak Season: Book Early for the Best Experience

Botswana is a year-round destination, but the dry season from July to October is considered the best time for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources, and vegetation is thinner, making it easier to spot game. However, this also coincides with the peak travel season, when accommodation and safari vehicles get booked up far in advance.

We recommend making your bookings at least a year ahead to secure your spot and avoid disappointment.

Here’s what you can expect along the way

Starting Point: Kasane to Nata

Your adventure begins in Kasane, a vibrant town located near the Chobe National Park and the meeting point of four countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. From Kasane, we make our way via Kazangula, where the Zambezi River converges with the Chobe River, to Nata. This leg of the journey provides a scenic drive through some of Botswana’s most picturesque landscapes.

We’ll spend two nights in Nata, giving us ample time to explore the Nata Bird Sanctuary. Located on the fringes of the vast Makgadikgadi Pans, this sanctuary is a haven for birdwatchers. During the rainy season, you can witness massive flocks of flamingos and pelicans as they feed and breed in the pans, offering one of Botswana’s most iconic wildlife spectacles.

Gweta – Gateway to the Makgadikgadi

Next, we drive to Gweta, a village situated on the edge of the expansive Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Known as the ‘Place of the Bullfrogs,’ Gweta offers a glimpse into traditional Botswanan life. We’ll spend one night here, where you can expect to explore the surreal, moon-like landscape of the salt pans, often referred to as one of the largest salt flats in the world. As the sun sets, the desert transforms into a stark, mystical beauty, perfect for stargazing.

Maun – Gateway to the Okavango Delta

Our journey continues to Maun, where we spend two nights. Maun is often considered the safari capital of Botswana, serving as the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Here, you can unwind and explore the town’s cultural markets or opt for a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta, giving you a bird’s-eye view of the labyrinthine waterways and abundant wildlife below.

Okavango Delta – Wilderness in its Purest Form

From Maun, we board a small charter aircraft that will take us into the heart of the Okavango Delta, where we spend two nights in a luxury tented camp. This breathtaking region is one of the world’s largest inland deltas, with crystal-clear waterways winding through papyrus-lined channels, creating a lush oasis in the middle of the Kalahari Desert.

During your stay, you can expect to go on mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) safaris, guided nature walks, and boat cruises. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants wading through the water, hippos basking in the lagoons, and the occasional predator stalking its prey. The Okavango is a birder’s paradise, with over 400 species to spot, including the rare Pel’s fishing owl and African fish eagle.

After two days of delta immersion, a small charter flight takes us back to Maun, where our overland journey continues.

Moremi Game Reserve – Botswana’s Wildlife Crown Jewel

From Maun, we head to the Moremi Game Reserve, where we’ll spend the next leg of our safari. Moremi is renowned for its incredible biodiversity and is considered one of the best places in Africa to view wildlife. Expect thrilling game drives through the varied landscape, which includes acacia forests, floodplains, and lagoons. You might spot the Big Five here, along with large herds of buffalo, giraffes, and countless antelope species. Leopards are frequently seen lounging in the trees, and the rare African wild dog roams these plains.

Linyanti Concession – Remote and Untamed Wilderness

Next, we make our way to the Linyanti Concession, where we spend two nights in a remote and luxurious camp. This area is known for its seclusion and fewer tourists, making for intimate wildlife encounters. During the scheduled game drives, you can expect to see large concentrations of elephants, particularly during the dry season when they come to drink from the Linyanti River. Linyanti is also home to the elusive sitatunga antelope, lions, leopards, and a plethora of bird species, making it a prime destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

Savuti Game Reserve – Where Predators Roam

Our journey continues to Savuti Game Reserve, a region famous for its dramatic predator-prey interactions. We’ll spend two nights here, where game drives often yield sightings of prides of lions, hyenas, cheetahs, and sometimes even leopards. The Savuti Marsh has a reputation for being home to some of Africa’s largest and most fearless lions, and you might witness these powerful cats on the hunt. The reserve is also known for its ancient rock paintings and the annual zebra migration, which attracts an array of predators to the area.

Chobe Riverfront – Safari Paradise

The final leg of our safari takes us to the Chobe National Park, where we spend two nights. The Chobe River is famous for its dense concentration of elephants – the largest population in Africa – and you can expect to see hundreds of them coming to drink and bathe along the riverbanks. In addition to elephants, this area is home to buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and an abundance of birdlife. You’ll enjoy both game drives and boat safaris along the river, providing a unique perspective on the wildlife.

On day two, we take a guided visit to Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. After witnessing the awe-inspiring falls, you’ll have time to partake in various activities such as helicopter flights over the falls, walking tours, zip-lining, or bungee jumping for the more adventurous. We’ll enjoy a light lunch at the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel (please note that lunch is not included in the tour and needs to be settled on-site).

Final Farewell

On your last day, it’s time to bid your guide farewell as he transfers you back to the airport. Whether departing from Kasane or Victoria Falls, you’ll leave Botswana with unforgettable memories of the incredible wildlife, landscapes, and experiences from this fully guided adventure.

Ready to join us for this journey of a lifetime? Contact us to secure your spot and start your safari adventure today!