BOTSWANA
Wild. Elemental. Untouched.
“Drifting by mokoro through the Okavango, past elephants at dusk and lions across the floodplain, I slept beneath endless stars to the hum of the wild—eternal, untamed, intoxicating.”
—AMANDA KAM, FOUNDER
Botswana’s Iconic Landscapes
Okavango Delta
A shifting water world, where wildlife thrives in a seasonal oasis.
Chobe National Park
Home to Africa’s largest elephant herds, best explored by boat safaris.
Moremi Game Reserve
A lush Big Five destination with pristine floodplains and thriving wildlife.
Makgadikgadi Pans
An endless salt flat, where meerkats roam and quad biking adventures begin.
Linyanti Wildlife Reserve
A private, predator-rich reserve, offering exclusive game viewing.
Central Kalahari Reserve
A vast desert wilderness, where black-maned lions rule and ancient San Bushmen traditions endure.
Botswana’s Luxury Lodging
Wilderness Mombo Camp
Located in the Okavango Delta, this ultra-luxurious tented camp offers unparalleled game viewing and Big Five encounters.
Duba Plains Camp
Situated in the Okavango Delta, a private concession with lion & buffalo interactions.
King’s Pool
Based in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, a secluded riverside retreat with luxury suites overlooking a bustling elephant corridor
Zarafa Camp
In the Selinda Reserve, an exclusive safari hideaway with just four tented suites, personalized luxury, and abundant wildlife.
Jack’s Camp
In the Makgadikgadi Pans, a 1940s-style oasis on salt flats, where quad biking & meerkat encounters redefine the safari experience.
Sanctuary Chief’s Camp
In the Moremi Game Reserve, premier Big Five lodge on Chief’s Island, blending exceptional service with breathtaking wildlife encounters.
Itinerary Inspiration
Classic Botswana Safari: Delta, Big Cats, & Desert Meerkats (10 Days)
From US$9,500 per traveler
Highlights: Okavango mokoro rides, Moremi big cats, Linyanti elephants, Makgadikgadi meerkats & quad biking.
Day 1 – Johannesburg: Arrive and overnight at The Saxon or Four Seasons The Westcliff.
Day 2 – Okavango Delta: Fly to Maun + charter into the Delta; stay at Vumbura Plains or Duba Plains.
Day 3 – Okavango Delta: Mokoro rides, island walks, birdlife and sundowners.
Day 4 – Moremi: Charter to Moremi; stay at Mombo Camp or Khwai Leadwood.
Day 5 – Moremi: Big cat tracking + game drives.
Day 6 – Linyanti: Charter to Linyanti; stay at King’s Pool or Zarafa Camp.
Day 7 – Linyanti: Elephant herds, river cruises, predator sightings.
Day 8 – Makgadikgadi: Fly to the salt pans; stay at Jack’s Camp or San Camp.
Day 9 – Makgadikgadi: Meerkats, quad biking, stargazing.
Day 10 – Departure: Return to Maun and connect via Johannesburg.
Signature Botswana for Honeymooners: Romance, Stars & Champagne Safaris (8 Days)
From US$8,500 per traveler
Highlights: Private bush dinners, plunge-pool suites, mokoro rides, golden-hour game drives, and champagne sundowners.
Day 1 – Johannesburg: Arrive and connect to Maun; overnight at The Saxon or Four Seasons The Westcliff.
Day 2 – Okavango Delta: Charter into a romantic Delta camp; stay at Vumbura Plains or Duba Plains.
Day 3 – Okavango Delta: Mokoro rides, champagne sundowners, private bush dinner.
Day 4 – Moremi Game Reserve: Fly to Moremi; stay at Mombo Camp or Khwai Leadwood.
Day 5 – Moremi Game Reserve: Game drives, plunge-pool relaxation, couples’ spa.
Day 6 – Linyanti: Charter to Linyanti; stay at King’s Pool or Zarafa Camp.
Day 7 – Linyanti: Remote drives, lantern-lit evenings.
Day 8 – Departure: Return to Maun and connect via Johannesburg.
Signature Botswana for Families: Delta, Meerkats, River Safari (10 Days)
From US$9,500 per traveler
Highlights: Family lodges, Delta mokoro rides, bush skills for kids, meerkats, San Bushmen walks, Chobe river safaris.
Day 1 – Johannesburg: Arrive and connect to Maun; overnight at Thamalakane River Lodge or Maun Waterfront.
Day 2 – Okavango Delta: Charter into the Delta; stay at Sanctuary Chief’s Camp or Camp Okavango.
Day 3 – Okavango Delta: Family game drives, mokoro rides, wildlife spotting.
Day 4 – Okavango Delta: Bush skills for kids, island walks, downtime at camp.
Day 5 – Makgadikgadi Pans: Fly to the salt pans; stay at Jack’s Camp or Camp Kalahari.
Day 6 – Makgadikgadi Pans: Quad biking, meerkat visits, San Bushmen walk.
Day 7 – Chobe / Linyanti: Charter to Chobe/Linyanti; stay at King’s Pool or Savuti Safari Lodge.
Day 8 – Chobe / Linyanti: River cruises and elephants along the banks.
Day 9 – Chobe / Linyanti: Big Five drives + family time.
Day 10 – Departure: Fly from Kasane to Johannesburg.
Signature Botswana for Adventurers: Helicopters, Meerkats & Desert Nights (10 Days)
From US$9,500 per traveler
Highlights: Mokoro canoe safaris, helicopter flights over the Delta, off-road game drives, quad biking across salt pans, meerkat encounters, and stargazing.
Day 1 – Johannesburg: Arrive and connect to Maun; overnight at Thamalakane River Lodge or Maun Waterfront.
Day 2 – Okavango Delta: Charter into the Delta; stay at Vumbura Plains or Sanctuary Chief’s Camp.
Day 3 – Okavango Delta: Mokoro safaris, bush walks, and a scenic helicopter flight over winding waterways.
Day 4 – Okavango Delta: Off-road game drives and sundowners.
Day 5 – Linyanti: Charter to Linyanti; stay at King’s Pool or Zarafa Camp.
Day 6 – Linyanti: Predator tracking and river cruises.
Day 7 – Makgadikgadi Pans: Fly to the salt pans; stay at Jack’s Camp or San Camp.
Day 8 – Makgadikgadi Pans: Quad biking and meerkat encounters.
Day 9 – Makgadikgadi Pans: Desert stargazing and bush dining.
Day 10 – Departure: Return to Maun and connect via Johannesburg.
BOTSWANA AT A GLANCE
Botswana is spectacular year-round, but May to October offers the best conditions for luxury safaris, dramatic game viewing, and flood-driven Delta exploration.
Safari Season: May–October
○ 79°F / 26°C | Dry, ideal for wildlife concentrationsDelta Flood Season: June–August
○ 75°F / 24°C | High water levels, perfect for mokoro safarisGreen Season: November–April
○ 88°F / 31°C | Lush landscapes + excellent birding
Capital: Gaborone
Language: English (official) + Setswana
Currency: BWP (Botswana Pula)
National Animal: Zebra
Entry: Visa-free or e-visa for most nationalities
Vaccination: Yellow Fever vaccine required if arriving from/transiting through a risk country
Getting Around: Light aircraft transfers or private 4x4
Time Zone: GMT+2
Plugs: Type D/G, 230V
