5 Days Botswana Safari with Chobe River and Okavango Delta
This 5-day Botswana Safari with Chobe River and Okavango Delta combines two of Botswana’s wildlife hotspots, the Chobe River region and the Okavango Delta, for a diverse and rewarding safari. There’s great game viewing at each destination and beautiful diversity between the two areas. Explore these highlights from small intimate tented camps. Activities include morning, afternoon and night game drives, river cruises, mokoro trips and local village tours. This trip can very easily be combined with Victoria Falls or Cape Town.
Experience an unforgettable Botswana Safari that combines the mighty Chobe River with the pristine Okavango Delta, two of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. The journey begins at the renowned Chobe National Park, where Africa's largest elephant population roams freely along the riverbanks, creating spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities. Your Botswana Safari adventure continues as you traverse through diverse landscapes, from riverside forests to expansive floodplains.
In the heart of this wilderness, your Botswana Safari reveals the raw beauty of the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Earth's most remarkable ecosystems. This unique oasis supports an incredible diversity of wildlife, from predators like lions and leopards to countless bird species. The combination of water-based and land activities provides a comprehensive safari experience showcasing Botswana's best natural treasures.
Tour highlights
Game drives along Chobe River floodplains
River cruises offering close encounters with wildlife
Scenic flight to Okavango Delta
Hot air balloon safaris (seasonal: April-September)
Walking safaris in the Delta
Mokoro (traditional canoe) excursions
Luxury tented accommodation
Professional wildlife photography opportunities
Price Includes:
- Park entrance 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
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 1Pick Up and Tour the Chobe River
Your Botswana Safari begins with a morning transfer from Kasane International Airport to Chobe Elephant Camp, a journey of approximately 2 hours covering 80 kilometers through the stunning African bush. The Botswana Safari experience comes alive as you settle into your luxury accommodation perched high on the Maswenya Hills, overlooking the famous Chobe River. As part of your Botswana Safari introduction, you'll embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Chobe River, where you might encounter the region's famous elephant herds, accompanied by a spectacular African sunset.
- DayDay 2Full-Day Chobe River Boat Safari
Your second day of Botswana Safari starts early with a morning game drive through Chobe National Park's diverse ecosystems. During your Botswana Safari drive, you'll explore the Sedudu Valley and Pokwe Road areas, known for their high concentration of wildlife. Your Botswana Safari adventure continues with an afternoon boat cruise, offering unique perspectives of wildlife along the Chobe River, including the resident hippo pods near Serondela.
- DayDay 3Full Day Okavango Delta Safari
Your Botswana Safari experience shifts gears as you take a scenic charter flight (approximately 1.5 hours) from Kasane to the northern Okavango Delta. This leg of your Botswana Safari brings you to Kadizora Camp, located in the remote Vumbura region, about 30 kilometers from the Buffalo Fence. Your Botswana Safari Day includes afternoon activities like mokoro rides through the crystal-clear channels of the Delta, offering intimate wildlife encounters.
- DayDay 4Another Okavango Delta Tour
Today's Botswana Safari activities showcase the best of the Delta, starting with an early morning game drive through the Moremi Game Reserve. Your Botswana Safari guide will lead you through the diverse landscapes of the area, from mopane woodlands to open floodplains. This portion of your Botswana Safari includes the option of a hot air balloon flight (seasonal) over the Delta, providing breathtaking aerial views of this unique ecosystem.
- DayDay 5End of Tour
The final morning of your Botswana Safari begins with a sunrise game drive in the Delta, making the most of the early morning wildlife activity. Your Botswana Safari concludes with a charter flight to Maun International Airport, departing from Kadizora's private airstrip. This last chapter of your Botswana Safari offers stunning aerial views of the Delta's intricate waterways as you bid farewell to this remarkable wilderness.