Circular route around the Delta, starting in Kasane and ends in Livingstone

14 NIGHT/15 DAY SAFARI – Code BWE
A great value camping adventure through three countries Botswana, Namibia and Zambia

exceptional bush experiences and safari adventures with a difference

Highlights

• Sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River
• 2 nights in North Eastern Namibian National Parks – Caprivi area
• 1 night Tsodilo Hills – World Heritage Site
• Okavango Delta & mokoro excursions
• Motorboat in the Delta  Optional Game/Scenic Delta flight (rate TBA)

3 nights Moremi Game Reserve
3 nights Chobe National Park  Optional visit to the Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Zambia
1 night at a comfortable lodge in Livingstone, Zambia

Itinerary Elephant camping safari

Day 1: Chobe Area, camping

The safari officially begins in Kasane, Botswana, at 13h00. We can assist with pre-tour arrangements such as accommodation and transfers from Livingstone, Zambia or Kasane, Botswana, if required.

• On arrival in Kasane your guide will give you a full safari briefing and take you shopping for your safari drinks.
• The first highlight of your safari will be a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River.

Camping will be in Kasane at a campsite with permanent ablutions. (L, D)

Day 2: Susuwe National Park, camping

• You will depart Kasane early to cross the Namibian border and then drive to Susuwe National Park.  After setting up camp you will explore the area on an afternoon game drive.
• Camping is in a designated campsite with permanent ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 2: Kasane – Susuwe: 270km, 3-4hrs 

Day 3: Popa Falls, camping

• Rising with the sun we head west towards the Okavango River.
• Camp on the banks of the Okavango River overlooking Popa Falls and have the opportunity to visit these rapids in the afternoon.
• Camping is in a designated campsite with permanent ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Susuwe – Popa Falls: 220km, 4hrs 

Day 4: Tsodilo Hills, camping

• After a very early start we visit the jewel that is Mahango National Park before crossing the border to re-enter Botswana.
• You will journey through to the World Heritage Site of Tsodilo Hills and set up camp.
• This afternoon you will visit the museum and explore the walking trails around the ancient hills, home to thousands of traditional Bushmen paintings dating back to 800 AD.
• Camping is in a designated site with permanent ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Popa Falls – Tsodilo Hills: 120km, 4hrs

Days 5-6:  Okavango Delta, camping

• Rising with the sun, you will drive to the edge of the Okavango Delta, a special corner of paradise.
• You will transfer your equipment to motorboats, cruise along the narrow papyrus-lined channels enjoying the exquisite bird life of the region as well as the stunning landscape 

Okavango canoe

• Deeper in the Delta you will meet the local polers with their mokoro (a traditional dugout canoe) and enjoy a tranquil transfer to an island. You will spend two days exploring this beautiful area on mokoro excursions and taking guided walks on the islands and floodplains of the Okavango.  You will camp wild with bush ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Tsodilo Hills – Okavango Delta: 120km, 2hrs

NOTE: the vehicle and main trailer are parked in a private area on the shore of the Delta from day 5 (13h00) until day 7 (09h00). You will leave your main luggage in the trailer and will need to pack in a smaller luggage (like small backpack, hand luggage) what you need for 2 days as transfers from the mainland to the island where you will stay is done on motorboat and traditional dugout canoes (mokoros).

Day 7:  Maun, camping

Inspired by the beauty of the Okavango you will travel south to Maun.

•  You will have the option of taking a scenic flight over the Delta to Maun (1hr scenic flight , min. 3 guests to guarantee the flight).

This magical experience provides another perspective of the Okavango Delta’s unique water system and if you choose to take the flight, you will enjoy a leisurely afternoon in the Delta campsite writing emails or reading a book while you wait for your afternoon flight.

Your guide will travel to Maun with the vehicle to resupply for the next stage of your adventure. 

After collecting you at the airport, you will shop for drinks and then spend the night at a campsite just outside Maun with permanent ablution facilities.      (B, L, D)

Day 7: Okavango Delta – Maun: 320km, 4 hours

Days 8 – 10: Moremi Game Reserve, camping

• From Maun you will drive through to Moremi Game Reserve, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana which covers swamp and dry areas.  
• The next three days will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is is renowned for while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region.
• Game drives in the early morning as the sun rises and in the late afternoon as the sun sets will be the norm.
• After your morning game drive you will return to camp for lunch and a siesta.
• Camping will be in private designated campsites with bush ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Maun – Moremi Game Reserve: 150km, 6h (incl.game drive)

Days 11 – 13: Chobe National Park, camping

Chobe National Park, with its diverse and striking landscapes, will be your next destination.  As you continue your search for wildlife, you will traverse the drier region of Savuti where bull elephants dot the plains.  You will then head northwards to the Chobe River where your game drives will meander along the banks of the river, followed by the call of the majestic African Fish Eagle.  Camping will be in private designated areas with bush ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Moremi – Savuti: 120km. 5 – 6 hours
Day 12: Savuti – Chobe River: 170km, 5 hours

Days 14–15: A night in a comfortable lodge in Livingstone, chalet accommodation

After a morning game drive you will cross the Zambezi River by ferry and then drive to Livingstone on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, (Visa required), where you will spend the night at a comfortable lodge.

In the afternoon there will be time to visit the thunderous Victoria Falls and shop for curios.  Dinner will be at your own expense at the lodge.  

Day 14 – B, L & Day 15 B b
Day 14: Chobe River – Livingstone: 100km, 2-3h

The safari officially ends at 10h00 on Day 15.

■ Departure Dates

Price includes: All accommodation (spacious bow tents with mattresses), rooms at a comfortable lodge in Livingstone, all transfers and activities as per the itinerary, all meals that are indicated (B – breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner) and tea/coffees, services of a Professional Guide and Camp Assistant, all Botswana park fees for activities included on itinerary and transport in specialised safari vehicles.

Does not include: Restaurant meals (Livingstone, Zambia), entrance to the Falls, visas, airport transfers, tips, curios, optional excursions (scenic flight over the Delta and activities in Livingstone/Victoria Falls,), beverages (alcohol, soft drinks and bottled mineral water), Insurance to cover for cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage, emergency evacuation, sleeping bag (and small pillow) on all camping sectors. Any increase in National Park fees