4 Day Botswana Safari with Makgadikgadi Zebra Migration Experience
Our 4-Day Botswana Safari with Makgadikgadi Zebra Migration Experience will take you to a newly discovered migration. Plain’s zebras travel around 1000km every year between locations. This migration has only recently been discovered because much of the country it goes through is virtually inaccessible, and nobody thought that zebras would ever travel such a long way! You will have a chance to witness this yourself on this camping safari.
Your Botswana Safari adventure begins in the heart of the spectacular Nxai Pan National Park, where ancient salt pans meet endless horizons. This unique ecosystem transforms during the rainy season, attracting one of Africa's most remarkable natural phenomena - the zebra migration. Each year, thousands of zebras traverse these historic grounds, following age-old migratory routes that their ancestors have traveled for centuries.
The Botswana Safari experience in Nxai Pan offers an unprecedented opportunity to witness diverse wildlife against a backdrop of dramatic landscapes. From the iconic Baines Baobabs to the sprawling Mopane forests, every corner of this 2,100 square kilometer preserve tells a story of survival and adaptation. The confluence of geological wonders and seasonal transformations creates an environment unlike any other in Africa.
This immersive Botswana Safari journey allows you to track the great zebra migration, an event that rivals the famous Serengeti migration in its raw beauty and scale. The park's unique location in the northeastern region of the country, approximately 190 kilometers from Maun (a 4-hour drive), positions it perfectly to witness this spectacular wildlife phenomenon.
Tour highlights
Witness the incredible zebra migration
Game drives in Nxai Pan National Park
Visit to the historic Baines Baobabs
Spectacular sunset game drives
Wildlife viewing at waterholes
Exploration of Mopane forests
Luxury camping experience
Professional wildlife photography opportunities
Cultural interactions with local communities
Star-gazing in the African bush
Price Includes:
- Park entry fees
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in 4WD custom vehicle
- Bottled water in a safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances
- All mentioned activities excluding optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Botswana Visa
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses
- Gratitude and beverages
- Optional Activities
- Laundry fees
- Tips
- Life insurance
- Additional drinks
Itinary in details
- DayDay 1Arrive at Maun and Transfer to Nxai Pan National Park
Your Botswana Safari journey begins with a morning pickup from Maun International Airport, followed by a scenic 4-hour drive covering 190 kilometers to Nxai Pan National Park. During your Botswana Safari transfer, you'll witness the landscape transform from bustling town to untamed wilderness. The day's Botswana Safari adventure continues with an afternoon game drive through the park's southern section, where you'll encounter diverse wildlife gathering around the waterholes.
- DayDay 2Game Drive in Nxai Pan National Park
After breakfast, your Botswana Safari exploration takes you deep into the heart of Nxai Pan, where ancient grasslands stretch endlessly toward the horizon. Your morning Botswana Safari drive focuses on tracking predators and visiting the legendary Baines Baobabs, named after the 19th-century explorer Thomas Baines. The afternoon Botswana Safari excursion ventures into the Mopane forests, where you'll search for elephants, lions, and numerous bird species.
- DayDay 3Nxai Pan National Park Safari
Today's Botswana Safari experience centers around tracking the famous zebra migration through the park's expansive pans. Your expert Botswana Safari guide will navigate to prime viewing locations where thousands of zebras gather during their seasonal movement. The final Botswana Safari evening drive culminates in a spectacular sunset viewing, where you'll witness wildlife silhouetted against the African sky.
- DayDay 4Drive from Nxai Pan to Maun for Departure
Your final Botswana Safari morning begins with a sunrise game drive, maximizing your last opportunities for wildlife viewing. The Botswana Safari journey continues with a scenic drive back to Maun, where you'll enjoy lunch at the local favorite Cosen Restaurant. Your memorable Botswana Safari concludes with a transfer to your Maun hotel or the airport, carrying with your unforgettable memories of this unique African adventure.