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Botswana: From Delta to Desert
Botswana: From Delta to Desert

Botswana: From Delta to Desert

9 Days from $8,190 USD / person

On this trip, you’ll experience Botswana’s two most popular safari destinations by land and water. Hop on horseback in Maun and take a ride through the vast plains, passing wildebeest, elephants, and giraffes on your way. At the Okavango Delta, we have arranged stays at two different luxury lodges for you so you have the chance to explore two different parts of this expansive wetland ecosystem. Boat safaris, mokoro canoe trips, game drives, and bush walks will offer you ample opportunity to become familiar with the Delta’s rich flora and fauna. Having had your fill, leave this beautiful water world behind to explore the desert landscapes of the Kalahari. In addition to oryx antelope, wildebeest, giraffe, and elephant, you’ll meet friendly meerkats and have a chance to sleep out under a canopy of stars every night.

Like all of our Africa trips, you can personalize this Botswana safari to your preferences. Contact us to receive a tailor-made itinerary from our experts which is 100% in line with your wishes.

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Ideal For

Adventure & Outdoors

Nature & Landscapes

Wildlife & Safaris

Sample Itinerary

Day
Place
Hotel Opts
1 – 2
Maun
Highlights: Okavango Delta, Modern Bulidings and Traditional Homes, Village Life
Thamalakane River Lodge
2 – 4
Okavango Delta
Highlights: Natural Beauty, Amazing Wildlife, Diverse Safari Activities
Camp Okuti
4 – 6
Okavango Delta
Highlights: Natural Beauty, Amazing Wildlife, Diverse Safari Activities
Footsteps Camp – Footsteps Across The Delta Walking Experience
6 – 9
Kalahari Salt Pans/Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Highlights: Vast Kalahari Desert, Cultural Encounters, Off-The-Beaten-Path Destination
Meno a Kwena Tented Camp

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 – 2

International Arrival

Shared Transfer to your accommodation (15-20 mins)

1 Night

Maun

Follow in the footsteps of early explorers! Maun has been the start of expeditions into Botswana’s wildlife areas since the turn of the century, and is the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Many guests stay only a day before setting off on safari. Once a village, Maun has recently grown into a bustling little town with shops and hotels. Watch as herdsmen wander along the dusty curbside driving their cattle to the marketplace, or see the traditional houses dotted along the wide banks of the Thamalakane River where red lechwe graze next to local donkeys and goats.

Hotel options

Thamalakane River Lodge – Opt 1
Room Babbler Chalet
Style Lodge
Day 2 – 4

Shared Transfer to Airport

Flight to Okavango Delta (1 hr)

Transfer to your accommodation

2 Nights

Okavango Delta

Witness a world of glittering water! The Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth. Each summer, floods pour through a vast network of narrow waterways, lagoons until they are soaked up by the sands. Expect diverse wildlife and birdlife – impala, tsessebe, sable and the elegant kudu, or thirsty buffalo, wildebeest and zebra in the dry season. Lions, cheetahs and wild dogs hunt in the open grassland! Experience game drives and safari walks on land, while boat or mokoru (a dugout canoe) rides allow you to silently glide pass crocodiles! {Please note that due to fluctuating weather conditions and decreased rainfall, water levels at the Okavango Delta may be lower than usual at the time of your visit. Our team will be happy to provide further updates closer to your travel dates and plan alternate activities if required}

Hotel options

Camp Okuti – Opt 1
Room Luxury Tent
Meals Breakfast
Style Lodge
Day 4 – 6

Flight to your next Camp

2 Nights

Okavango Delta

Witness a world of glittering water! The Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth. Each summer, floods pour through a vast network of narrow waterways, lagoons until they are soaked up by the sands. Expect diverse wildlife and birdlife – impala, tsessebe, sable and the elegant kudu, or thirsty buffalo, wildebeest and zebra in the dry season. Lions, cheetahs and wild dogs hunt in the open grassland! Experience game drives and safari walks on land, while boat or mokoru (a dugout canoe) rides allow you to silently glide pass crocodiles! {Please note that due to fluctuating weather conditions and decreased rainfall, water levels at the Okavango Delta may be lower than usual at the time of your visit. Our team will be happy to provide further updates closer to your travel dates and plan alternate activities if required}

Hotel options

Footsteps Camp – Footsteps Across The Delta Walking Experience – Opt 1
Room Standard Tent
Meals Full Board and Activities
Style Lodge
Day 6 – 9

Transfer to airstrip

Flight to Maun (1 hr)

Transfer to Meno A Kwena (2.5 hrs)

3 Nights

Kalahari Salt Pans/Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

The largest saltpans in the world, Makgadikgadi Pans will offer you a unique safari experience. Changing with the seasons, the summer rains entice waterfowl and flamingos, while December to April boasts enormous herds of wildebeest, zebra, and springbok – with the accompanying predators – on the open grasslands. In the dry winter months, you can ride four-wheeled motorcycles and quad bike. Walk with a Bushman tracker and visit the historical Chapman’s Baobab tree, used by early explorers Livingstone and Selous. The highlight? Getting close to lively local meerkats who are accustomed to humans, allowing incredible photographic opportunities.

Hotel options

Meno a Kwena Tented Camp – Opt 1
Room Classic Safari Tent
Meals Breakfast
Style Camp

Transfer to Maun (2.5 hrs)

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1

From $8,190 USD / person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
  • Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
  • Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
  • Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Visa and tourism fees
  • Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
  • International airfare

What Our Guests Say

This was our first trip with Enchanting Travels and I could not make a higher recommendation. From the time of planning to execution of our trip to Southern Africa, the service was excellent. The attention to detail of every aspect of our trip was outstanding. The trip was seamless, from transportation to accommodations. It was comforting to have a connection in Africa who met with us online prior to the trip and was available throughout our journey. The app with all of our travel plans and documents made the trip stress free. We plan to use Enchanting Travels again in the future.
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Tamela Gough

USA

We had an incredible experience with Enchanting Travels! We worked with both Alison, our travel consultant, and Cyprian, our trip coordinator. Alison did a fantastic job in catering our itinerary to meet all of our requests, and we had a wonderful trip to Namibia, Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta, and Chobe National Park. Alison and Cyprian were a wealth of knowledge and provided recommendations and insights that helped make our trip magical. We felt reassured knowing we had assistance every step of the way and they made sure our travels between 3 countries were seamless and easy. All of our hotels and lodges far exceeded expectations. They helped us take a trip of a lifetime!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Alyssa Beauvais

USA

Enchanting Travels went above and beyond at every step of the process to ensure that my experiences met, or more often, exceeded my expectations. I have no reservations in recommending this company to anyone interested in taking their trip of a lifetime.
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Daniel Bell

USA

Our travel coordinator, Jeniffer Korir, was fabulous with planning our trip. She listened carefully to what we were interested in and arranged travel, destinations, and activities that aligned with our interests. She did a great job matching our budget and interests to availability of activities, and the destination. She developed a thorough itinerary and advised us on all aspects of the trip down to the when and how much to tip. When our flight was canceled, Jeniffer proactively noticed it and made other arrangements, including adjusting all of our other travel plans. I would highly recommend using enchanting travels for booking once in a lifetime vacations; they are experienced with the destinations and save you lots of time with doing your own research and making your own travel plans. Plus, they are available while you were at your destination to answer questions and communicate plans. We had an amazing vacation!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Amanda Gail Mewborn

USA

We booked with Enchanting Travels because they were attentive, and took the time to understand what we wanted in a vacation! We felt confident the entire team would work as hard as the sales staff, and we were right – they did!! From the moment we made our 1st payment to the moment we walked off the plane at home, we felt confident in our decision to book with Enchanting!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Peter Loeppky

Canada

We absolutely loved working with Enchanting Travels! From start to finish they made us a custom trip that was exactly what we had dreamed of. Peter and Lita were both lovely to work with and super responsive and willing to help whenever we needed it. 10/10 would recommend!
Rating 5 out of 5 stars
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Kelsey Jusczak

USA

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