Itinerary Summary

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

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 2

International Arrival

Shared Transfer to your accommodation (15-20 mins)

Maun

1 Night

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.

Included Activities

Group Horse Riding Experience in Botswana
Enjoy the excitement of riding a horse on the rolling plains of Botswana, dotted with local game. Set off from your hotel in Maun for a game reserve and embark on a horse riding experience suited to your comfort level. Settle yourself in stirrups as your handsome mount takes you through the expansive landscape. Feel the wind in your hair and the spray of water as you canter past the herds of giraffes, wildebeest, elephants and other possible game on the African plains for a truly exhilarating experience. (Shared Activity & Private Transfer; Duration: 1 hr; Fitness level: Easy)

Hotel Options

Thamalakane River Lodge – Opt 1

Room	Babbler Chalet
Meals
Style	Lodge

Day 2 - 4

Shared Transfer to Airport

Flight to Okavango Delta (1 hr)

Transfer to your accommodation

Okavango Delta

2 Nights

Witness a world of glittering water! A unique wetland system in the middle of the Kalahari Desert, Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth.

Included Activities

Camp Okuti: Game Drives, Boat Safaris, Bird Watching
Enjoy an incredibly diverse safari experience! Explore the Okavango Delta on exciting game drives in the early morning when the animals are particularly active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon. Enjoy beautiful boat safaris through the channels and lagoons of the Delta which allow you to get a closer look at the aquatic animals and birds not easily approached on safari.

Hotel Options

Camp Okuti – Opt 1

Room	Luxury Tent
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Day 4 - 6

Flight to your next Camp

Okavango Delta

2 Nights

Witness a world of glittering water! A unique wetland system in the middle of the Kalahari Desert, Okavango Delta is one of the largest inland deltas on earth.

Included Activities

Footsteps Camp – Footsteps Across The Delta: Day and Night Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Mokoro and Fishing
Experience the striking topography and wilderness of the Okavango Delta through the Footsteps Camp – Footsteps Across The Delta safari. Set off on exciting trails with guides, exploring the rich forest ecosystem on foot. Learn about the rich forest ecosystem as your guide explains the finer nuances of wildlife and animal behavior to you. Choose either the day or night game drive, as well as cruise along the river in a mokoro or small canoe. If you love fishing, then do try your hand at it too. End the day by checking into a comfortable tent for the night with en suite bathroom, shower, and delicious local cuisine prepared in the bush kitchen of the campsite. (Fitness Level: Easy; Please note that you will need to walk some distance; Please bring comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and hats; Don’t forget your cameras and binoculars.)

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)

Kalahari Salt Pans/Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

3 Nights

Meet with a meerkat! The largest saltpans in the world, Makgadikgadi Pans will offer you a unique safari experience.

Destination Kalahari Salt Pans/Makgadikgadi Pans National Park in Botswana

Included Activities

Meno a Kwena Tented Camp: Game Drives, Bush Walks, Cultural Walks, Boat Rides, Game Viewing Hide
Explore the striking landscapes of the Kalahari Salt Pans and its wildlife on game drives, bush walks and boat excursions on the Boteti River. To stretch your legs and discover the small wonders of nature, experience wonderful bush walks with an experienced Bushmen guide who will also give you a glimpse into the secrets for survival in this harsh and dramatic land.

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 $ 9,550 /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 Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip

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

Botswana: From Delta to Desert

Itinerary Summary

Ideal For

Itinerary Details

Maun

Okavango Delta

Okavango Delta

Kalahari Salt Pans/Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Price & Inclusions

Price Includes

Not Included