Summary
Short description
Uncover the iconic wildlife and diverse landscapes of the Okavango Delta and Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Highlights
- Enjoy thrilling game drives led by expert guides
- Glide on the wildlife-rich waterways of the Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe
- Spend a night high above the plains at the unique ‘Skybeds’
- Experience thrilling quad bike excursions across the otherworldly salt pans
- Savour gourmet meals and evening sundowners
In Brief
- 3 Nights Khwai Private Reserve
- 2 Nights Okavango Delta
- 2 Nights Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
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Recommended for:
Activity adventure | Natural world | Safari | Wildlife
This in-depth exploration sees you journey deep into the untouched wilderness of Botswana, staying at some of the country’s most extraordinary camps. Your adventure begins at Sable Alley, a stylish yet authentic camp in the Khwai Private Reserve, where elephants roam freely and hippos wallow in the lagoon just steps away from your tent. Next, you’ll ascend to new heights at Skybeds, a unique open-air experience where you’ll sleep under a blanket of stars, atop a three-story raised platform overlooking a waterhole frequented by nocturnal wildlife. From there, head to the legendary Duke’s Camp, where the magic of the Okavango Delta comes to life with mokoro canoe excursions and thrilling game drives. Finally, conclude your journey at Camp Kalahari, set in the dramatic Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, where you’ll walk with the Zu’Hoasi Bushmen, meet playful meerkats, and take in the stark beauty of this otherworldly landscape.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
Depart UK
Your trip begins in style with included airport lounge access, enjoy some time to relax before boarding your overnight flight to Maun.
Days
2-3
Maun to Sable Alley, Okavango Delta
On arrival into Maun you’ll be met and assisted with your onward light aircraft flight to Sable Alley, enjoy stunning aerial views of the Okavango Delta as you journey to Khwai Private Reserve. Sable Alley is a luxurious, yet authentic camp located in the wildlife-rich Khwai Private Reserve where elephants roam freely and hippos wallow in the lagoon just steps away from your tent. The twelve stylish tents exude traditional African charm, whilst the swimming pool, sundeck and alfresco bar area provide the perfect spots to observe wildlife emerging from the lagoon. Look out for majestic lion, leopard and wild dogs during expert-led game drives and walking safaris. For a chance to observe the delta from a different perspective, opt for a unique mokoro canoe excursion, enjoy sightings of impala and antelope pausing to drink as well as plenty of exciting birdlife.
Stay: Sable Alley, Khwai Private Reserve, Okavango Delta (Superior)
Meals: D
Day
4
Skybeds, Okavango Delta
Today you’ll venture to Skybeds for an exclusive one-night stay in this one-of-a-kind retreat. Here you’ll sleep high above the plains in one of only three, three-story raised structures, your open-air sleeping deck features a plush bed with warm duvet and mosquito net with uninterrupted views of the star-studded sky. Below, a bustling waterhole is frequently visited by wandering wildlife and the crackling campfire offers an idyllic setting for hearty meals in the African bush. Embark on guided bush walks and visit the underground hide for spectacular up-close wildlife viewing, observe elephants cooling off in the waterhole along with giraffe and kudu pausing for a drink.
Stay: Skybeds, Khwai Private Reserve, Okavango Delta (Standard)
Meals: B L D
Days
5-6
Duke's Camp, Okavango Delta
Following a night under the starry sky, your next destination awaits. You’ll travel by light aircraft to Duke’s Camp, set on a channel in the remote wilderness of the northern Okavango Delta - where winding waterways and lush floodplains create a sanctuary for Africa’s most diverse wildlife. The eight luxury safari suites are adorned with African treasures and rich fabrics and carefully positioned on raised decks, you’ll have front row seats to watch nearby red lechwe, elephant herds and buffalo. Spot leopard and wild dogs during exciting game drives led by the most experienced guides, along with optional scenic helicopter flights, and peaceful mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris through the crystal-clear channels of the delta. Retreat to camp for three-course dinners and fine wine served under the shade of the ebony tree.
Stay: Duke's Camp, Okavango Delta (Superior)
Meals: B L D
Days
7-8
Camp Kalahari, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Today your Botswana adventure culminates with a scenic light aircraft flight to your final stop at Camp Kalahari, set in the heart of the Kalahari amidst the dramatic landscape and acacia trees of Brown Hyena Island. This laidback camp offers an ideal base for exploring the charms of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, with an exciting selection of excursions on the vast salt flats. Spend your days quad biking, horse-riding, bush walking or enjoying traditional game drives amongst the veritable wildlife, look out for the resident meerkats, hyena, bat-eared foxes along with plenty of zebra and wildebeest. Back at camp enjoy a refreshing dip in the swimming pool followed by family-style meals served by the light of the twinkling paraffin lanterns.
Stay: Camp Kalahari, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans (Standard)
Meals: B L D
Days
9-10
Journey to the UK
Your journey home begins with a charter flight to Maun before your overnight flight back to the UK, arriving on day 10.
Meals: B
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Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
10-day tailor-made journey
from £10,315 pp incl. flights
Superior
April to May
from £10,315 pp. incl. flights
June // September to October
from £11,935 pp. incl. flights
Prices include:
- Complimentary UK airport lounge access
- Return flights between London and Maun
- Domestic flights on a seat in charter basis between camps/lodges
- 7 nights accommodation in 4* (Superior) lodges on a full-board basis including local spirits and wines
- Scheduled helicopter flight and transfer from Sable Alley to Skybeds
- Shared safari drives, entrances and national park fees
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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