5-Day Boteti, Moremi Game Reserve & Khwai Safari

Day 1: Arrival and sunset mokoro ride on the Boteti River

Your Botswana expedition begins at Maun Airport, where you will be met by your professional guide for a quick twenty-minute transfer to the peaceful Boteti Tented Safari Lodge. Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and a brief orientation before settling into your luxury elevated tent. Each tent features a private veranda, offering a perfect vantage point to take in the initial sights and sounds of the African bush.

As the afternoon heat begins to fade, you will head to the riverbanks for a signature sunset mokoro safari. Drifting quietly along the Boteti River in a traditional dugout canoe, you can observe hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of vibrant waterbirds at close range. If river levels are too low, this activity is replaced by an authentic cultural tour of Xobe Village.

The day concludes with a traditionally prepared dinner served around a crackling open fire under a brilliant canopy of stars.

Accommodation: Safari-Tented Room with en-suite bathroom
Transfers:  Transfer from Maun
Activities: Sunset mokoro ride on the Boteti River (or Xobe Village Tour if water levels are too low)
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Moremi Safari & Overnight in Khwai

Awaken to the calls of the wild and enjoy freshly brewed coffee and rusks before departing early for a full-day exploration of the legendary Moremi Game Reserve. Renowned as one of the finest wildlife destinations in Africa, Moremi is home to an incredible diversity of species, including lion, leopard, and the endangered African wild dog. Your ranger will navigate the diverse landscapes in an open safari vehicle, providing expert insights into animal behaviour and the local ecosystem.

After a scenic picnic lunch served deep within the reserve, you will continue your wildlife search before heading into the Khwai Community Concession.

Tonight, you will experience the raw heart of the bush at Khwai Mokoro Safaris and Campsites, sleeping in a comfortable dome tent under a blanket of stars.

For those seeking additional refinement, an upgrade to a luxury tented lodge such as Saguni Safari Lodge is available.

Accommodation: Standard:  Khwai Mokoro Safaris and Campsites (Camping); Upgrade (extra cost): Saguni Safari Lodge or similar (Tented Lodge)
Activities: Full-day Moremi Game Drive
Meals & Drinks: Continental picnic breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Mokoro Safari & Afternoon Nature Walk

The magic of the Okavango Delta is best experienced in the stillness of the early morning. You will embark on a sunrise mokoro safari on the Mbudi River, gliding through lily-covered channels as the golden light hits the water. Watch for elephants drinking at the river’s edge and listen for the iconic call of the African fish eagle.

After returning to camp for breakfast and a period of relaxation, the afternoon offers a shift in perspective with a guided nature walk. This interpretive experience focuses on the finer details of the bush, from tracking animals on foot to learning about indigenous plants and traditional bushcraft.

Alternatively, you may opt for a second mokoro excursion to further explore the tranquil Sable Alley River.

Accommodation: Standard:  Khwai Mokoro Safaris and Campsites (Camping); Upgrade (extra cost): Saguni Safari Lodge or similar (Tented Lodge)
Activities: 2,5-hour Mokoro safari on the Mbudi River; 2,5-hour Nature Walk along the Sable Alley River
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Return to Boteti & Helicopter Flight over the Delta

Following breakfast, you will begin your journey back toward the Boteti region via an extensive game drive through the wildlife-rich Khwai area. You will explore the lush riverfronts where red lechwe and hippos congregate, visit the hauntingly beautiful Dead Tree Island, and traverse the Mogotho area. A unique highlight is a visit to a local hyena den, offering a rare look at these intelligent predators.

The afternoon holds the ultimate highlight of the safari: a 45-minute scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta. From the air, you will marvel at the intricate network of winding channels and see large herds of elephant and buffalo from a spectacular aerial perspective.

You will return to Boteti Tented Safari Lodge for a final relaxing dinner around the fire.

Accommodation: Safari-Tented Room with en-suite bathroom
Transfers: Game drive transfer to Maun (from Boteti Tented Safari Lodge)
Activities: 45-minute helicopter flight over the Boteti River and Okavango Delta
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Breakfast & Return to Maun

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Boteti River before your transfer back to Maun Airport or your preferred drop-off point.

Depart with unforgettable memories of Botswana’s rivers, plants and endless skies.

Transfers: Transfer to Maun
Meals: Breakfast