9-Day Botswana Safari from Maun to Kasane with Delta and Chobe

9 Days Maun to Kasane Challenging pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic light-aircraft flight from Maun over the Okavango Delta to your safari camp
02 Full-day game viewing in Moremi Game Reserve, home to leopards, cheetahs, and African wild dogs
03 Traditional mokoro canoe excursion in Khwai, plus an evening night safari for nocturnal wildlife
04 Adventure into Savuti and the Mababe Depression with predator tracking around the Savuti Marsh
05 Chobe Riverfront game drive and sunset boat cruise with elephants swimming, hippos, and Nile crocodiles

Journey across Botswana's most iconic wilderness corridors on this immersive 9-day safari from Maun to Kasane. Begin with a scenic light-aircraft flight over the Okavango Delta into Moremi, then explore rich habitats of woodlands, seasonal pans, and riverine areas in search of big cats and rare predators. Continue through the Khwai Community Area by traditional mokoro and night drive before heading into the wild Savuti region via the Mababe Depression for dramatic landscapes and legendary predator sightings. Finish along the Chobe Riverfront with a golden-hour game drive and a sunset boat cruise for unforgettable elephant, hippo, and Nile crocodile viewing before departing from Kasane.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Maun, Chobe National Park, Kasane, Moremi game reserve, Okavango Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Maun and Scenic Flight into Moremi

Touch down at Maun International Airport and begin your safari with a stunning light-aircraft flight over the Okavango Delta to your camp.

Day 02

Full-Day Safari in Moremi Game Reserve

Spend a full day exploring Moremi Game Reserve. Navigate mopane woodlands and seasonal pans as you search for leopards, cheetahs, and African wild dogs.

Day 03

Khwai Mokoro Excursion and Night Safari

Transfer to the Khwai Community Area. Glide quietly through papyrus channels on a traditional mokoro canoe, then embark on an evening night safari to search for nocturnal predators.

Day 04

Elephants and Hippos Along the Khwai River

Track large breeding herds of elephants and hippos along the Khwai River.

Day 05

Into Savuti via the Mababe Depression

Head north into the drier, untamed Savuti region. Navigate the legendary deep sand tracks across the Mababe Depression.

Day 06

Savuti Marsh and Predator Tracking

Track Savuti's famous, battle-hardened elephant-hunting lion prides around the Savuti Marsh and ancient volcanic hills.

Day 07

Drive to the Chobe Riverfront

Drive north to the lush Chobe Riverfront and arrive in time for a golden-hour game drive as hundreds of animals come to drink.

Day 08

Sunset Boat Cruise on the Chobe River

Trade your 4x4 for a river boat on a sunset cruise. Watch elephants swim across the water to Sedudu Island and spot massive Nile crocodiles.

Day 09

Bush Breakfast and Departure from Kasane

Enjoy a final morning bush breakfast. Conclude your journey in Kasane, where you can easily connect to Victoria Falls.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Maun to Kasane 5 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation & Field Setup: Spacious walk-in canvas tents, often Meru-style, featuring proper stretcher beds, crisp cotton linens, and pillows. You also get private, attached en-suite bush bathrooms complete with a hot water bucket shower and a bush toilet.
All Guided Activities: Every itinerary excursion is covered, including daily morning and afternoon game drives, a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) trip in Khwai, and a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River.
Professional Safari Crew: Access to a licensed, English-speaking professional field guide, a dedicated camp chef, and camp assistants who take down and pitch the mobile campsite ahead of your arrival.
Meals & Drinks: Three freshly prepared daily meals cooked over an open bush fire, afternoon tea, sweet snacks, and selected local beverages, including bottled water, sodas, beer, wine, and classic safari gin & tonics.
Transport & Flights: All overland transit in custom, open-sided 4x4 safari vehicles equipped with canvas shade roofs. The one-way scenic light-aircraft flight from Maun into the Okavango Delta to begin the trip is also included.
Park & Government Fees: All entry fees, camping permits, and community conservation levies for Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai, Savuti, and Chobe National Park.

What's Not Included

Flights & Visas: International long-haul flights into Maun or out of Kasane, along with any necessary entry visas or airport departure taxes.
Premium Beverages: Ultra-premium spirits, rare imported wines, or champagne outside the camp's standard local bar selection.
Personal Logistics: Private travel, medical, and evacuation insurance, which operators mark as strictly mandatory before booking.
Staff Gratuities: Tips for your professional guide, chef, and camp crew assistants at the end of the trip.
Extra Add-ons: Optional activities not built into the core plan, such as a helicopter flight over the delta or an onward afternoon road transfer crossing the border to Victoria Falls.

What to bring

Soft Bags Only: You must use soft-sided duffel bags with no hard frames or wheels. Rigid suitcases cannot fit into the small cargo pods of light aircraft.
Weight Limits: Total luggage weight is strictly limited to 15 kg (33 lbs) per person, including your camera gear and hand luggage.
Neutral Clothing: Pack lightweight clothing in safari tones such as khaki, olive, brown, or beige. Avoid blue and black, as they attract biting tsetse flies, and avoid bright white or camouflage patterns.

Know before you go

Malaria Prophylaxis: Northern Botswana is a high-risk malaria zone. See a travel doctor weeks in advance for a prescription for prophylactics, such as Malarone or Doxycycline.
Mandatory Insurance: You must purchase comprehensive travel insurance that explicitly covers emergency medical evacuation from remote bush locations by light aircraft.
Unfenced Campsites: Animals walk freely through campgrounds at night. Never walk alone after dark, leave your tent at night, or keep any food inside your tent.

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