Botswana · Safari

11-Day Botswana Safari from Nxai Pan to Chobe via Okavango and Savuti

11 Days Round trip from Maun Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the vast salt pans of Nxai Pan National Park and visit the iconic Baines' Baobabs
  • 02 Track large zebra migrations and desert-adapted wildlife across stark, open landscapes
  • 03 Discover the biodiversity of Moremi Game Reserve across floodplains, lagoons, and forests
  • 04 Search for lions, leopards, and elephants during immersive morning and afternoon game drives
  • 05 Spot elusive predators, including wild dogs and leopards, in Khwai's rich habitats
  • 06 Experience optional mokoro canoe safaris through the delta channels, depending on water levels

Track Botswana's most dramatic wildlife corridors on an 11-day overland safari from Nxai Pan's stark salt pans to the predator-rich Savuti and the water-filled channels of the Okavango Delta. Drive deep into Moremi's mosaic of floodplains, go off-road in Khwai for close encounters with lions and wild dogs, and finish with a high-impact Chobe River cruise among dense elephant herds. Expect raw landscapes, shifting ecosystems, and expertly guided game drives built for serious wildlife sightings.

Track Botswana's most dramatic wildlife corridors on an 11-day overland safari from Nxai Pan's stark salt pans to the predator-rich Savuti and the water-filled channels of the Okavango Delta.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Maun, Chobe National Park, Kasane, Nxai Pan National Park, Moremi game reserve, Okavango Delta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Maun and Transfer to Nxai Pan

  • Arrive at Maun International Airport and meet your professional safari guide.
  • Receive a full safari briefing covering the journey, safety, and wildlife expectations.
  • Depart for Nxai Pan National Park on a scenic drive through rural landscapes.
  • Arrive at camp in the evening at approximately 6:00 PM.
  • Freshen up and settle into your accommodation.

Enjoy dinner at 8:00 PM and an overnight stay at camp.

2
Day 02

Game Drives in Nxai Pan National Park

  • Depart for a morning game drive across the expansive salt pans.
  • Visit the iconic Baines' Baobabs and explore the unique desert environment.
  • Spot zebras, giraffes, springbok, and other plains game.
  • Return to camp for lunch and relaxation.
  • Head out for an afternoon game drive to explore more of the park.
  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Morning Safari and Return to Maun

  • Depart early for a morning game drive in Nxai Pan.
  • Travel back to Maun after breakfast.
  • Check in to your lodge for a one-night stay on a bed-and-breakfast and dinner basis.
  • Spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing at the lodge.
  • Optional activity: take a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta for aerial views of channels and wildlife.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Maun.

4
Day 04

Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve

  • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge.
  • Depart for Moremi Game Reserve.
  • Travel through changing landscapes into the Okavango Delta region.
  • Arrive and check in to your camp for a two-night stay.
  • Depart for an afternoon game drive.
  • Spot elephants, buffalo, and a variety of plains game.
  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
5
Day 05

Safari Through Moremi's Floodplains and Woodlands

  • Depart early for a morning game drive across floodplains and woodlands.
  • Search for lions, leopards, and other predators.
  • Observe hippos, elephants, and diverse birdlife.
  • Return to camp for lunch and rest.
  • Head out for an afternoon game drive for additional wildlife encounters.
  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
6
Day 06

Transfer to Khwai Concession

  • Enjoy breakfast at camp.
  • Depart for the Khwai Concession.
  • Travel through scenic delta landscapes with a packed lunch en route.
  • Arrive and check in for a two-night stay.
  • Enjoy an afternoon or evening game drive.
  • Experience off-road tracking for close wildlife encounters.
7
Day 07

Wildlife Tracking in Khwai

  • Depart for a morning game drive in Khwai.
  • Track elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and plains game.
  • Return to camp for lunch and relaxation.
  • Optional activity: enjoy a mokoro canoe excursion through the delta channels.
  • Head out for an afternoon or night game drive.
  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
8
Day 08

Transfer to Savuti

  • Enjoy breakfast at camp.
  • Depart for Savuti in the Chobe interior.
  • Travel through remote wilderness areas with a packed lunch en route.
  • Arrive and settle into camp for a two-night stay.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive.
  • Track elephants, hyenas, and predators across open landscapes.
9
Day 09

Game Drives Across Savuti Marsh

  • Depart early for a morning game drive across the Savuti Marsh.
  • Search for the famous Savuti lion pride.
  • Observe diverse birdlife and plains game.
  • Return to camp for lunch and relaxation.
  • Head out for an afternoon game drive to explore additional areas.
  • Return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
10
Day 10

Transfer to Kasane and Chobe River Cruise

  • Enjoy breakfast at camp.
  • Depart for Kasane in Chobe National Park.
  • Check in to your lodge for a one-night stay on a bed-and-breakfast and dinner basis.
  • Depart in the afternoon for a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River.
  • Observe elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife along the riverbanks.
  • Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
11
Day 11

Departure from Kasane

  • Enjoy breakfast at the lodge.
  • Check out by 11:00 AM.
  • Transfer to Kasane International Airport for your onward journey.
  • Conclude your safari with unforgettable memories of Botswana's wildlife and landscapes.
Nxai Pan National Park salt pans, Baines' Baobabs, Okavango Delta channels, Chobe River

Where this trip takes you

Nxai Pan National Park salt pans, Baines' Baobabs, Okavango Delta channels, Chobe River

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Maun 6 cities · 11 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick up from Maun Airport
  • All park entry and camping fees
  • Game drive activities in Nxai Pan, Moremi, Khwai, and Savuti
  • Service of a professional guide, chef, camp hand, and waiter
  • All meals while camping
  • 6x3 Sahara tents with clean linen, ensuite bathroom, and toilet
  • Use of a 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All transfers by road
  • 1 night lodge accommodation in Maun on a breakfast and dinner basis
  • 1 night lodge accommodation in Kasane on a breakfast and dinner basis
  • Bottled mineral water, soft drinks, and wine for dinner
  • 3-hour sunset boat cruise in Chobe
  • Drop off at Kasane International Airport
  • Charging facilities while in camp
  • Wi-Fi service while in camp

What's Not Included

  • Visa fee
  • Travel insurance
  • International flights
  • Toiletries
  • Tips for guides and other staff members
  • Water bottle
  • Head torch
  • Premium drinks

What to bring

  • Long sleeves and trousers for the evenings
  • Windbreaker jacket
  • When traveling during the winter season (May, June, July, August), bring warm clothing.
  • A soft duffel bag is recommended, as it is easier to pack in the vehicle.
  • Mosquito repellent
  • A headscarf or wrap and glasses to protect against dust, as most of the roads in the park are gravel.
  • Do not forget your medications if you are taking any.
  • Walking shoes or closed-toe shoes

Know before you go

  • Check with your embassy if you need a visa to visit Botswana.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Maun International Airport, Maun, Botswana
Tour start
Maun, Botswana
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 days finish where they began, in Maun.

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