Botswana, Zimbabwe · Safari

6-Day Botswana Wildlife Safari through Chobe, Makgadikgadi and Delta

6 Days Round trip from Makgadikgadi Pans Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Chobe National Park and witness Africa's largest elephant herds
  • 02 Discover the vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and enjoy sunset views over the white flats
  • 03 Experience the Okavango Delta on a mokoro ride and guided nature walks
  • 04 Enjoy scenic game drives and wildlife encounters across Botswana's pristine wilderness

Experience a thrilling 6-day Botswana safari through Chobe National Park, the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, the Okavango Delta, and Maun. Explore vast elephant herds during game drives, enjoy a scenic Chobe River cruise, witness the beauty of the shimmering salt flats, and glide through Delta channels by mokoro. Discover diverse wildlife, stunning sunsets, cultural encounters, and serene nature walks across Botswana's most remarkable wilderness areas.

Explore vast elephant herds during game drives, enjoy a scenic Chobe River cruise, witness the beauty of the shimmering salt flats, and glide through Delta channels by mokoro.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Victoria Falls, Maun, Chobe National Park, Kasane, Nata, Makgadikgadi Pan, Okavango Delta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Victoria Falls to Kasane and Chobe River Cruise

  • Travel from Victoria Falls to Kasane.
  • Check in at the lodge and enjoy time to settle in.
  • Experience an afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River.
  • Enjoy views of birdlife and the famous elephant population.

Accommodation: Tlou Safari Lodge or similar.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast.
Facilities: Single, Twin, Double, Triple, Family Room.
Highlight included: Afternoon boat cruise.

2
Day 02

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives in Chobe

  • Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives along the Chobe River.
  • View elephants, buffalos, impalas, and diverse bird species.
  • Explore the rich wildlife and scenic riverbanks.

Accommodation: Tlou Safari Lodge or similar.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast.
Facilities: Single, Twin, Double, Triple, Family Room.
Highlights included: Morning and afternoon game drive.

3
Day 03

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and Nata Bird Sanctuary

  • Travel to the Makgadikgadi region.
  • Explore the vast white salt flats and unique landscapes.
  • Enjoy a pan drive and sunset viewing at Nata Bird Sanctuary.

Accommodation: Nata Lodge or similar.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast.
Facilities: Single, Twin, Double, Triple, Family Room.
Highlights included: Pan drive.

4
Day 04

Journey to Maun, Gateway to the Delta

  • Travel to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta.
  • Settle into your lodge near the Thamalakane River.
  • Optional scenic flight over the Delta.

Accommodation: Sedia Riverside Hotel or similar.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast.
Facilities: Single, Twin, Double, Triple, Family Room.
Optional activity: Scenic flight over the Okavango Delta.

5
Day 05

Mokoro Ride and Bush Camp in the Okavango Delta

  • Journey into the Okavango Delta.
  • Experience a traditional mokoro ride.
  • Enjoy guided nature walks and rich bird watching.

Overnight at a bush camp in the Delta.

Camping: Bush camp in the Okavango Delta.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast.
Facilities: Single Tent, Twin Tent.
Highlights included: Mokoro ride and nature walks.

6
Day 06

Morning Nature Walk and Return to Maun

  • Begin the day with a morning nature walk.
  • Enjoy a mokoro ride back through the Delta channels.
  • Travel to Maun, marking the end of the tour.

Accommodation: Own arrangement.
Meals: Lunch.
Highlights included: Nature walks and mokoro ride.

Chobe River, Victoria Falls, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Okavango Delta

Where this trip takes you

Chobe River, Victoria Falls, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Okavango Delta

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Makgadikgadi Pans 7 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation for 4 nights in lodges and 1 night in a bush camp as per the itinerary
  • Daily meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - as specified
  • All park entry fees and conservation levies
  • Game drives in Chobe National Park in open 4x4 safari vehicles
  • Chobe River cruise for wildlife and sunset viewing
  • Guided excursions to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
  • Mokoro ride and nature walks in the Okavango Delta with local guides
  • All road transfers between destinations
  • Professional driver-guide throughout the tour
  • Bottled drinking water during activities

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa fees and border crossing charges, if applicable
  • Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified
  • Laundry services and personal items
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
  • Extra accommodation before or after the tour
  • Park or activity upgrades requested by guests

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Tour start
Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Makgadikgadi Pans.

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