Chobe–Okavango Signature Safari — 6 Nights

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Chobe–Okavango Signature Safari — 6 Nights

"Two Iconic Regions. Simple. Focused."

An Effortless Chobe-to-Delta Luxury Safari.

Camps: 3 Nights Chobe Bakwena (FI) + 3 Nights Chacha Metsi (FI)

Overview

This 6-night itinerary combines the riverfront wildlife spectacle of Chobe with the secluded waterways and wilderness of the Okavango Delta. Designed as an accessible, high-impact Botswana safari, it offers strong wildlife viewing, meaningful landscape contrast and a seamless two-region journey enhanced by light-air and helicopter transfers.

The itinerary progresses from Chobe’s elephant-rich riverfront to the tranquil channels, lagoons and islands surrounding Chacha Metsi. It is ideal for guests who want a premium Botswana safari experience in a concise, easy-to-sell format.

Summary

Duration: 6 nights.
Route: 3 nights Chobe Bakwena, Chobe Riverfront; light aircraft transfer from Kasane to Maun; helicopter transfer from Maun to Chacha Metsi; 3 nights Chacha Metsi, Okavango Delta; road transfer from Chacha Metsi to Maun.
Best suited to: First-time Botswana visitors, couples, honeymooners, small groups and safari buyers seeking a classic Chobe-to-Okavango itinerary with efficient and memorable transfer experiences.

Highlights

• A concise 6-night journey linking Chobe’s riverfront wildlife with the permanent waterways of the Okavango Delta.

• Three nights at Chobe Bakwena, combining Chobe National Park game drives with boat cruises on the Chobe River.

• Exceptional elephant encounters, birdlife, buffalo, hippo and river-based wildlife viewing in the Chobe region.

• Light aircraft transfer from Kasane to Maun, ensuring efficient connectivity between the two safari regions.

• Scenic helicopter transfer from Maun to Chacha Metsi, providing an aerial introduction to the Okavango Delta.

• Three nights at Chacha Metsi, with a balance of game drives, mokoro excursions, boating and relaxed Delta living.

• A practical, value-led luxury safari with strong destination contrast and minimal camp changes.

Detailed Itinerary

Days 1 to 4: Chobe Bakwena

Arrive in Kasane and transfer to Chobe Bakwena for three nights on the Chobe Riverfront. This opening chapter introduces guests to one of Botswana’s most wildlife-rich areas, known for its large elephant herds, river scenery and diverse birdlife.

Guests enjoy a combination of land- and water-based safari activities. Morning and afternoon game drives explore Chobe National Park, while boat cruises on the Chobe River offer close encounters with elephants, buffalo, hippo, crocodile and an abundance of waterbirds along the riverbanks.

Between activities, guests can unwind at the lodge, enjoy its natural riverine setting and experience the relaxed hospitality that makes Chobe Bakwena an appealing base for both first-time safari travellers and returning Botswana guests. Optional community visits, guided bicycle tours, fishing and private boat cruises can add further depth to the stay.

Day 4: Kasane to Chacha Metsi

After breakfast and a final Chobe activity, guests transfer to Kasane Airport for their light aircraft flight to Maun. On arrival in Maun, they connect with a helicopter transfer to Chacha Metsi in the Okavango Delta.

The helicopter journey turns the transfer into a scenic safari experience, revealing the changing landscapes from northern Botswana’s dry woodlands into the channels, lagoons, islands and floodplains of the Delta.

Days 4 to 7: Chacha Metsi

Guests spend three nights at Chacha Metsi in the northern Okavango Delta. Set beside permanent waterways, the camp offers a more intimate and tranquil wilderness setting, creating a clear contrast to Chobe’s active riverfront environment.

Activities can include morning and afternoon game drives, mokoro excursions, motorised boat safaris, guided walks and seasonal catch-and-release fishing. This varied programme allows guests to explore both the Delta’s land habitats and its water-based environments, with opportunities for wildlife viewing, birding, photography and quiet time in camp.

The stay is paced to combine classic safari activity with relaxation. Guests can enjoy scenic decks, private plunge pools, sundowners and evenings around the fire, making Chacha Metsi a refined and restorative conclusion to the journey.

Day 7: Departure

After a final breakfast and, subject to onward flight timing, a morning activity, guests transfer by road from Chacha Metsi to Maun for their onward travel arrangements.

Key USP:A Classic Chobe and Okavango Safari Escape

• A short, efficient and highly marketable Botswana fly-in & road  safari combining Chobe’s iconic elephant and river experiences with Chacha Metsi’s immersive Okavango Delta setting.
• The light-air transfer from Kasane to Maun and helicopter arrival into the Delta add premium appeal without requiring a longer itinerary.