5 Days Botswana Safari
Botswana
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Embark on an unforgettable 5-day Botswana safari, exploring some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. From thrilling game drives in Chobe National Park to boat cruises on the Chobe River, this mid-range safari offers an immersive experience in Botswana’s pristine wilderness.
Included/Exclude
- All airport/hotel transfers
- 4x4 safari vehicle and boat cruise in Chobe
- Accommodation (mid-range lodges or tented camps)
- All meals during the safari
- Park fees and conservation fees
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Bottled water during game drives
- International flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Personal expenses (e.g., tips, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks not included in meals)
Itinerary
- Pick-up: Arrive at Kasane Airport or your hotel in Kasane where your guide will meet you.
- Transfer to Chobe National Park: After a short briefing, head straight to Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest concentrations of elephants in Africa.
- Afternoon Game Drive: Enjoy a thrilling afternoon game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, searching for elephants, lions, buffalo, antelopes, and a variety of bird species.
- Dinner and Overnight: Spend the night at a mid-range lodge or tented camp near the park.
- Morning Game Drive: Start the day with an early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators on the move and witness the awakening of the savannah.
- Bush Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty bush breakfast in the park.
- Relax at the Lodge: Midday is spent at the lodge where you can relax by the pool or watch wildlife from the deck.
- Afternoon River Safari: In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Chobe River. This is a unique opportunity to observe elephants bathing, hippos, and crocodiles up close, as well as birdlife along the riverbanks.
- Dinner and Overnight: Return to the lodge for dinner and another night surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
- Transfer to Savuti: After breakfast, embark on a journey to the remote Savuti region, known for its unique landscapes and impressive wildlife sightings, particularly predators like lions and hyenas.
- Lunch at the Camp: Arrive at the camp in Savuti for a delicious lunch.
- Afternoon Game Drive: Set off for an afternoon game drive in the Savuti area, famous for its large lion prides and the seasonal migration of zebras.
- Dinner and Overnight: Enjoy dinner around the campfire at your lodge or camp, followed by an overnight stay in the heart of Savuti.
- Morning Game Drive in Savuti: After an early breakfast, enjoy one last game drive in the Savuti region before heading to the Khwai Community Area.
- Arrival in Khwai: Check-in at your lodge or camp in the Khwai region. This area borders the Moremi Game Reserve and is known for its rich wildlife diversity.
- Afternoon Game Drive: Explore the Khwai area on an afternoon game drive, where you might encounter elephants, leopards, wild dogs, and abundant birdlife.
- Dinner and Overnight: Relax and enjoy a peaceful dinner at your lodge, followed by a night under the stars.
- Morning Game Drive or Walking Safari: Start the day with a final game drive or an optional walking safari for a more intimate encounter with nature.
- Return to Kasane: After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Kasane for your onward journey or flight home.
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