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Botswana – Bucket List in Botswana

  • Maun
  • Moremi Game Reserve
  • Chobe River Front

Introduction

Botswana’s classic bucket-list safari combines the magic of the Okavango Delta, mokoro rides through waterways, and exploring the Chobe River region, before an optional extension to Victoria Falls.

We’ve put together all the highlights for you in a collection of comfortable, welcoming camps and lodges, known for their warm hospitality and excellent guiding. 

Accommodation Summary

Key Accommodation Destination Check-in Check-out Stay Basis
A Thamalakane River Lodge
Thamalakane River Lodge
 Maun Day 1 Day 2 1 Night B&B
B Camp Khwai
Camp Khwai
 Moremi Game Reserve Day 2 Day 5 3 Nights FB+
C Chobe Bakwena Lodge
Chobe Bakwena Lodge
 Chobe River Front Day 5 13:00 Day 8 11:00 3 Nights FB+
Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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A Thamalakane River Lodge Thamalakane River Lodge B Camp Khwai Camp Khwai C Chobe Bakwena Lodge Chobe Bakwena Lodge

Pricing

Excluding international air tickets to Maun, returning from Kasane.

From
USD4695/AED17295 per person, sharing twin or double

Highlights:

  • Safari drives, mokoro rides and boat cruises
  • Casual authentic safari accommodation
  • Small plane flights in Botswana

Includes:

  • Accommodation, meals, safari drives and boat cruises shared with other guests, mokoro rides with a poler 
  • Government taxes, park, conservancy and community fees
  • Small plane scheduled flights between camps. Baggage allowance 15kg per person, in soft-sided bags.  No hard suitcases please.
  • Airport and safari lodge transfers

Good to know:

  • The first night of your holiday will be in Maun, at Thamalakane River Lodge after your international flights.  Your safari trip starts the next morning.
  • The trip starts in Maun, and ends in Kasane, northern Botswana.  
  • An optional few days in Victoria Falls can be added to this trip.

Notes:

  • All quotes are subject to availability of services.  Early booking with 25% deposit is recommended.  The balance is due 2 months before travel.
  • Payment terms are internet banking, or wire transfer. No credit card.
  • A valid passport, any necessary visas, electronic travel advice, travel documents, health vaccinations, and compulsory travel insurance are the responsibility of each passenger.
  • The government taxes, park, conservancy and community fees included in this itinerary are subject to change without notice. Any change in these fees will be an additional cost.

 E & O

 

Transport Summary

Flights

Day Route Distance Duration
Day 2 Maun International Airport [MUB] → Khwai Airstrip — —
Day 5 Khwai Airstrip → Kasane Airport [BBK] — —

Transfer

Day Route Distance Duration
Day 1 Maun International Airport [MUB] → Thamalakane River Lodge 19.18 km 23 minutes
Day 2 Thamalakane River Lodge → Maun International Airport [MUB] 19.27 km 23 minutes
Day 5 Camp Khwai → Khwai Airstrip 4.47 km 14 minutes
Day 8 Chobe Bakwena Lodge → Kasane Airport [BBK] 12.21 km 13 minutes
Day 2 Khwai Airstrip → Camp Khwai 4.48 km 13 minutes
Day 5 Kasane Airport [BBK] → Chobe Bakwena Lodge 12.23 km 13 minutes
Destination

Maun

Day 1 - Day 1

Maun is the starting point for most safaris in Botswana, and has developed into a busy little gateway for visitors on their way to the Okavango Delta or Kalahari.

 

A night’s stopover in Maun, on arrival in Botswana, is a good idea after long international flights, to rest and get ready for your safari trip.

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Thamalakane River Lodge

Thamalakane River Lodge · Day 1 - Day 1
Your Stay
Nights 1
Fast Facts
Location Thamalakane River Lodge
Coordinates -19.884167, 23.554583

Thamalakane River Lodge is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River, about 10km from Maun town center and the airport, in a peaceful setting surrounded by lush vegetation. 

There are either tented chalets or thatched rondavels to stay in, each comfortably furnished with en-suite bathrooms. Central areas include a bar, restaurant, outdoor boma area for evening fireplace gatherings, and a swimming pool.

The Thamalakane River Lodge is a casual, relaxed lodge in a natural setting, perfect for either short stay in Maun, or overnight stop before a safari trip.

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Experiences

Day 1

Thamalakane River Lodge · Thamalakane River Lodge
Day Notes

Tours & Experiences

Maun is the starting point for most safaris in Botswana, and has developed into a busy little gateway for visitors on their way for a safari holiday.

On arrival at Maun, you'll be met and transferred to Thamalakane River Lodge, to rest, relax and get ready for your safari tomorrow.

This afternoon, you will be notified of the time of the shuttle flight tomorrow from Maun to the Okavango Delta, and what time the lodge will take you to the airport.

 

Overnight Thamalakane River Lodge
Transfer from Maun International Airport [MUB] to Thamalakane River Lodge
19.18 km · 23 minutes
Stay at Thamalakane River Lodge
Thamalakane River Lodge
Destination

Moremi Game Reserve

Day 2 - Day 4

Botswana’s Chief Moremi created the Moremi Game Reserve in 1963, conserving part of the Okavango Delta and the plains to the east that covers 4871 square kilometres of pristine wilderness, with varied terrain including savannah, winding waterways and thick forest.

 

This diverse habitat supports and protects a wide spectrum of wildlife. Large herds of buffalo, wildebeest and zebra, rare sitatunga and lechwe antelope, lion, cheetah and packs of wild dog habituate in the Moremi Game Reserve.

 

The birdlife is prolific here, and includes most of the 550 bird species recorded on the Botswana national bird list.

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Camp Khwai

Camp Khwai · Day 2 - Day 4
Your Stay
Nights 3
Fast Facts
Location Camp Khwai
Coordinates -19.2616667, 23.776388888889

Camp Khwai is on a bend of the Khwai River with exceptional views of Khwai River floodplain leading in to Moremi Game Reserve.

The tents are spacious, comfortable, elegantly decorated and equipped with comfortable beds, fans, charging points, private bathrooms and decks. Facilities include a restaurant with local and international food, bar, and swimming pool.

Day and night game drives are done in the Khwai community concession, as well as walking safaris, guided tours of the nearby village and the opportunity to explore Moremi Game Reserve, home to the Big Five and other incredible wildlife.

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Experiences

Day 2 - 4

Camp Khwai · Camp Khwai
Day Notes

Tours & Experiences

During your stay at Camp Khwai, the team will guide you through the daily schedule of included safari activities, which include morning and afternoon safari drives or mokoro excursions (traditional dugout canoe trips) through the Okavango Delta waterways.

Optional activities that can be booked and paid for during your stay, are guided walking safaris and community visits to the nearby Khwai village for a cultural insight into local life.

In between activities, there's time to relax in the central lounge, unwind beside the swimming pool and enjoy meals on the outside deck.

Overnight Camp Khwai
Transfer from Thamalakane River Lodge to Maun International Airport [MUB]
19.27 km · 23 minutes
Flights from Maun International Airport [MUB] to Khwai Airstrip
Transfer from Khwai Airstrip to Camp Khwai
4.48 km · 13 minutes
Stay at Camp Khwai
Camp Khwai
Destination

Chobe River Front

Day 5 - Day 7

The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park, renowned for its reliable and diverse game viewing. Permanent water, vast floodplains, and varied surrounding habitat makes it ideal for boat trips and 4×4 safaris.

 

This is elephant country, home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa, with sightings of large herds drinking, swimming and crossing the river a daily occurrence. Hippo are equally plentiful, wallowing in the shallow water during the day, and grazing on the banks in the evening.  There’s also a strong presence of buffalo, lion and crocodile in the area, and the birdlife throughout is excellent.

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Chobe Bakwena Lodge

Chobe Bakwena Lodge · Day 5 - Day 7
Your Stay
Nights 3
Fast Facts
Location Chobe Bakwena Lodge
Coordinates -17.794866832531, 25.235450863838

Chobe Bakwena Lodge is an eco-lodge on the banks of the Chobe River, near the Chobe National Park.

Accommodation is provided in en-suite rondavel style chalets, situated under a canopy of Acacia trees. Each chalet has a river view, with it’s own deck, and is surrounded by indigenous riverine bush. The bathrooms inside the chalets, open onto a garden with an outside shower. Central areas include a lounge, restaurant and The Rain Tree bar overlooking the river, and swimming pool.

Activities at Chobe Bakwena include game drives, or river cruises on the Chobe River, and optional bird watching, nature walks, or cultural tours that can be arranged and paid for during your stay.

The atmosphere here is laid-back, comfortable, and with a strong personal touch from the owner managers, who have created a well hosted and stylish safari lodge.

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Experiences

Day 5 - 7

Chobe Bakwena Lodge · Chobe Bakwena Lodge
Day Notes

Tours & Experiences

While at Chobe Bakwena, safari drives, river cruises on the Chobe River set the pace for your stay, with optional activities including bird watching, nature walks, cycle trips or cultural tours that can be booked and paid for during your stay.

The atmosphere is easy going, with a strong personal touch from the owners, who offer a wholesome experience in a relaxed setting.

Overnight Chobe Bakwena Lodge
Transfer from Camp Khwai to Khwai Airstrip
4.47 km · 14 minutes
Flights from Khwai Airstrip to Kasane Airport [BBK]
Transfer from Kasane Airport [BBK] to Chobe Bakwena Lodge
12.23 km · 13 minutes
Stay at Chobe Bakwena Lodge
Chobe Bakwena Lodge

Day 8

Day Notes
Transfer from Chobe Bakwena Lodge to Kasane Airport [BBK]
12.21 km · 13 minutes

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