Day 1 – Welcome to Maun
Today marks the beginning of your Botswana adventure – a gentle, relaxed start in the charming town of Maun. After your individual arrival, you will check in to your cosy room at the Sedia Hotel, a locally owned lodge with a strong commitment to social responsibility. The hotel supports local schools, recycling projects and sustainable agriculture. You’ll stay in a comfortable standard twin room with private bathroom, surrounded by lush gardens, a swimming pool, bar, and restaurant. Wi-Fi is available in the public areas.
Spend your first evening at your own pace – perhaps with a cool drink at the bar or a refreshing dip in the pool. In the evening, you’ll head out together for a dinner at a local restaurant (not included) – a great chance to get to know your travel companions and soak in the anticipation of the coming days.
Included:
No entrance fees or activities on this day.
Distance/Time:
Individual arrival in Maun.
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel – Standard twin room with private bathroom. Pool, bar, restaurant. Wi-Fi available in public areas.
Activity level:
None – arrival day for acclimatisation.
Day 2 – Into the Heart of the Okavango Delta
After a relaxed start in Maun, today you head into one of Africa’s most spectacular natural areas: the Okavango Delta. Your journey takes you northwest along dusty sand tracks, through open plains and mopane woodlands, until you reach the stylish Guma Lagoon Camp, beautifully located right on the edge of a lagoon. Here you’ll stay in charming tented chalets with private bathrooms, surrounded by nature. The lodge features a pool, bar, restaurant, and Wi-Fi.
In the afternoon, it’s time to immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the Delta. You’ll glide silently through the reed channels aboard a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe), watching birds, perhaps spotting hippos or elephants – an unforgettable experience.
Included:
Entrance fees for the Okavango Delta concession, mokoro excursion.
Distance/Time:
Approx. 310 km – about 5 hours driving time, 6 hours total with breaks.
Accommodation:
Guma Lagoon Camp – Twin tented chalets with private bathroom. Pool, bar, restaurant. Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Easy – pleasant travel day and gentle activities.
Day 3 – Boat Safari & Wildlife Encounters
Today offers another unforgettable day in the Okavango Delta, filled with the magic of wilderness and stillness. After breakfast at the lodge, you’ll have time to enjoy the tranquil setting, take photos, or simply relax.
In the late afternoon, enjoy a scenic sunset boat cruise, where the golden light reflects on the water, and you may see hippos yawning or elephants along the banks – a photographer’s dream.
For those seeking an extra thrill, an optional helicopter flight over the Delta is available (not included) – offering breathtaking views of the intricate waterways from above.
Included:
Sunset boat cruise in the Okavango Delta.
Accommodation:
Guma Lagoon Camp – Twin tented chalets with private bathroom. Pool, bar, restaurant. Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Easy – relaxed boat excursions, short walks only.
Day 4 – Into Moremi: Wildlife Awaits
Today begins a new chapter of your adventure: the journey to the world-famous Moremi Game Reserve, known as one of the richest and most diverse wildlife areas in all of Africa. Open savannas, dense woodlands and floodplains blend into an incredible habitat for elephants, hippos, buffaloes, lions, and countless birds. Your 420 km journey includes bumpy 4x4 tracks, taking around 9 hours with breaks.
Your destination is a private bush tented camp, located in a secluded concession on the eastern edge of the reserve. Here you’ll sleep in comfortable twin tents with en-suite bush bathrooms, far away from civilisation but fully catered. No Wi-Fi – but full immersion in the African wild.
Dinner is served as a daily set menu at the camp. Tomorrow, your safari adventure truly begins.
Included:
Entrance fees to Moremi Game Reserve, game drives in an open safari vehicle.
Distance/Time:
Approx. 420 km – 7 hours of pure driving, around 9 hours total with breaks and lunch.
Accommodation:
Private bush tented camp – Twin tents with en-suite bathroom. No Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Moderate – long driving day on uneven terrain, but no physical exertion.
Day 5 – Game Drives in Moremi & Mababe
Today is dedicated entirely to wildlife! After an early start and a hearty breakfast, you’ll head out on a morning game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. With experienced guides by your side, you’ll track lions, elephants, or perhaps even a leopard resting in the trees.
After a break at the camp, you’ll venture out again in the afternoon, this time along the Mababe River, a rich and diverse ecosystem teeming with life, especially during the golden evening hours.
The bush camp continues to provide full service, from breakfast to dinner – all you need to do is soak in the magic of the wild.
Included:
Two daily game drives in an open safari vehicle.
Accommodation:
Private bush tented camp – Twin tents with en-suite bathroom. No Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Moderate – all activities take place from the comfort of the vehicle.
Day 6 – To the Predator Kingdom of Savuti
Today’s journey takes you deeper into Chobe National Park, specifically to the iconic Savuti region, renowned for its predator density. The approx. 150 km journey includes both transit and safari tracks, taking around 8 hours in total.
Your home for the next two nights is a mobile Meru-style tented camp, nestled in the wild. With comfortable camp beds, a bucket shower with hot water and chemical toilet, and full catering, you’ll experience the African bush up close – including falling asleep to the sound of distant hyenas or roaring lions.
After settling in, head out for an afternoon game drive in one of the most thrilling safari areas in Botswana. Keep your camera ready – Savuti is full of surprises.
Included:
Park entrance fees and game drives in an open 4x4 vehicle.
Distance/Time:
Approx. 150 km – full-day journey including game sightings.
Accommodation:
Mobile Meru-style tented camp – Camp beds, bucket shower, chemical toilet. No Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Moderate – bumpy drives, but no physical demands.
Day 7 – Full-Day Safari in Savuti
Your full day in Savuti begins with a morning game drive, when predators are often active and animals gather at waterholes. With experienced guides and an open vehicle, you’re right in the heart of the action.
After lunch and some rest at camp, the afternoon drive takes you through the acacia-dotted floodplains near the Savuti Channel, a magnet for elephants, birds, and large cats.
As night falls, you’ll return to camp for a hearty dinner and an evening under the stars – a moment of stillness you’ll never forget.
Included:
Morning and afternoon game drives in an open safari vehicle.
Accommodation:
Mobile Meru-style tented camp – Camp beds, bucket shower, chemical toilet. No Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Moderate – long drives, no walking required.
Day 8 – From Bush to River: Arrival in Kasane
Leaving the bush behind, you travel north towards Kasane, a small town on the edge of Chobe National Park. Your 220 km route includes wildlife-rich areas and scenic landscapes, with approx. 6.5 hours of travel including stops.
You’ll check in at the comfortable Jackalberry Chobe Lodge, beautifully located on the banks of the Chobe River. The lodge offers twin rooms with private bathrooms, a pool, restaurant and bar – ideal for relaxing after days in mobile camps.
Tonight, dinner is at your leisure (not included) – a chance to enjoy the lodge’s facilities or explore Kasane’s local restaurants.
Included:
Entrance fees to Chobe National Park (activities start next day).
Distance/Time:
Approx. 220 km – about 6.5 hours total with stops and wildlife sightings.
Accommodation:
Jackalberry Chobe Lodge – Twin room with private bathroom. Pool, restaurant, bar. Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Easy – relaxed travel day, ideal for unwinding.
Day 9 – Game Drive & River Safari in Chobe
A day full of highlights awaits in Chobe National Park, known for its enormous elephant herds and breathtaking landscapes. In the morning, you’ll join a game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle – scanning the savannah for lions, buffalo, and more.
In the afternoon, it’s time to board a boat for a Chobe River cruise. From the water, you’ll watch hippos wallowing, crocodiles sunbathing, and elephants cooling off on the riverbanks – a photographer’s paradise. A lunch served on board rounds off this exceptional experience.
Dinner is not included tonight – enjoy a relaxed evening and culinary freedom.
Included:
Park entrance fees, morning game drive and afternoon river cruise with lunch on board.
Accommodation:
Jackalberry Chobe Lodge – Twin room with private bathroom. Pool, restaurant, bar. Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Easy – comfortable activities, ideal after the mobile safari days.
Day 10 – The Power of Nature: Visit to Victoria Falls
After incredible days in Botswana, it’s time to cross the border into Zimbabwe to witness one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders: the Victoria Falls. Only 85 km away, your journey takes about 3 hours including potential border formalities.
Accompanied by a local guide, you’ll explore the falls on foot via well-maintained paths. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of early explorers and witness how the constant spray creates a lush rainforest around the gorge – home to colourful birds and rare plants.
You’ll stay at the PheZulu Guest Lodge, a welcoming property with a pool, bar, and restaurant. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Lunch and dinner are not included – giving you the flexibility to explore Victoria Falls’ culinary offerings.
Included:
Entrance fees to Victoria Falls and guided walking tour.
Distance/Time:
Approx. 85 km – 1.5 hours pure driving time, approx. 3 hours total including the border crossing.
Accommodation:
PheZulu Guest Lodge – Twin room with private bathroom. Pool, restaurant, bar, telephone. Wi-Fi available.
Activity level:
Easy – well-marked paths, occasional spray. A rain jacket is recommended.
Day 11 – Farewell to Southern Africa
After so many unforgettable moments, today marks the end of your journey through Botswana and Zimbabwe. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time in the morning to relax at the lodge, browse local markets, or enjoy a quiet coffee overlooking the Zambezi River.
Your transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (or optionally Livingstone - if booked) will take place in time for your departure. You leave with a heart full of memories – roaring lions, silent mokoro rides, endless savannahs, and the thunder of Victoria Falls.
This isn’t just the end of a trip – it’s the beginning of a lifelong connection to Africa.
Included:
no activities today. Optionals available
Distance/Time:
Depending on airport – typically 20 to 25 minutes driving time.
Accommodation:
None – end of the tour.
Activity level:
Easy – relaxed departure day.
