9-Days Ultimate Botswana Wildlife Explorer - 9 Days

Welcome to Botswana! Upon arrival in Kasane, you'll be transferred to your lodge where you'll settle in and prepare for your safari adventure. After lunch, enjoy your first game drive in Chobe National Park, one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife destinations. The afternoon drive introduces you to the park's incredible biodiversity and sets the tone for the week ahead.

Dedicate an entire day to exploring Chobe National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Chobe is home to the largest elephant concentration in Africa, and you'll have excellent opportunities to observe these magnificent creatures along with lions, buffalo, and numerous antelope species. Your expert guide will share insights into animal behavior and park ecology while you capture stunning photographs of African wildlife.

Travel from Chobe to Moremi Game Reserve, one of Botswana's crown jewels. This scenic drive takes you through varied landscapes as you enter the Okavango Delta region. Upon arrival, settle into your tented camp and enjoy an afternoon game drive to familiarize yourself with this pristine wilderness. Moremi is renowned for its exceptional wildlife viewing and diverse habitats ranging from woodlands to water channels.

Spend a full day in Moremi with both morning and afternoon game drives, experiencing the reserve's remarkable biodiversity. Moremi's varied ecosystems support an incredible array of wildlife, from predators to herbivores. Your guide will position you for optimal wildlife encounters and share fascinating details about animal behavior, ecology, and conservation efforts in this protected area.

Venture into the exclusive Khwai Concession, a private conservation area adjacent to Moremi. This remote region offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities with fewer visitors. Experience both vehicle-based game drives and traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions through the Okavango Delta's waterways. The combination of land and water-based activities provides unique perspectives of the delta's ecosystem and its inhabitants.

Travel to the dramatic Savuti region of Chobe National Park, known for its large predator populations and seasonal water dynamics. Savuti's landscape is characterized by the famous Savuti Marsh and ancient elephant migration routes. Full day game drives in this remote area offer excellent opportunities to encounter lions, hyenas, and other predators. Your guide will explain Savuti's unique ecology and the complex predator-prey relationships that make this region so fascinating.

Continue your exploration of Savuti with another full day of immersive game drives. This additional day increases your chances of witnessing dramatic wildlife interactions and predator behavior. The remote nature of Savuti means fewer vehicles and more intimate wildlife encounters. Your experienced guide uses tracking skills and knowledge of animal patterns to position you for exceptional sightings.

Return to Chobe National Park's riverfront area for your penultimate safari experience. The Chobe River is a wildlife hotspot where you'll observe dense concentrations of animals coming to drink, particularly during certain seasons. Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives, then relax with an evening river cruise to witness the African sunset while spotting hippos and crocodiles along the water's edge.

Enjoy a final breakfast at your lodge before transferring to Kasane for your onward journey. This morning departure allows you to reflect on your incredible safari adventure through Botswana's most iconic wildlife areas. Your guide will share contact information and recommend next steps for your African travels. Depart with unforgettable memories of pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife.