Explore the Trails of Botswana with this seven-day off-the-beaten-track itinerary, beginning in an exclusive wildlife concession.
Wind your way through Moremi Game Reserve to a Delta island, and end in the prestigious Selinda Reserve - here, you will have the opportunity to experience walking trails, boating, canoeing and fishing.
Experience a country teeming with an abundance of game and get the unique opportunity of a boat safari through the canals of the magnificent Okavango Delta on this outstanding Botswana tour.
Staying in canvas safari tents, you will experience the rhythm of the African bush and enjoy meals under a star-studded sky.Explore the Trails of Botswana with this seven-day off-the-beaten-track itinerary, beginning in an exclusive wildlife concession.
Wind your way through Moremi Game Reserve to a Delta island, and end in the prestigious Selinda Reserve - here, you will have the opportunity to experience walking trails, boating, canoeing and fishing.
Experience a country teeming with an abundance of game and get the unique opportunity of a boat safari through the canals of the magnificent Okavango Delta on this outstanding Botswana tour.
Staying in canvas safari tents, you will experience the rhythm of the African bush and enjoy meals under a star-studded sky.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Maun to Tuskers Bush Camp
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Upon arrival at Maun Airport, your host from Tuskers Bush Camp will meet you and drive you the 1.5-hour journey to the lodge to start your Botswana tour. Settle in and enjoy the view with some refreshments before departing for an evening game drive. Enjoy sundowners at a scenic spot in the bush and a short night drive back to camp where a campfire will be waiting to welcome you. Dinner will be served in the dining tent, followed by your first night in the Botswana wilderness.
Accommodation
Tuskers Bush Camp
Activities
Afternoon Game Drive at Tuskers Bush Camp
Restaurants
Tuskers Bush Camp
Tuskers Bush Camp
Transportations
Off-Road from Maun Airport to Tuskers Bush Camp
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 2
Game Drives from Tuskers Bush Camp
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An early wake-up call will be met with coffee and rusks at the main area of camp before you depart on a morning game drive through the pristine Tuskers concession. After your morning activity, return to the lodge for breakfast, followed by an afternoon siesta. Spend some time with a pair of binoculars overlooking the waterhole in front of the camp. Lunch will be served before you depart on an afternoon sundowner game drive. Dinner is served, followed by your last night in a Tuskers safari tent.
Accommodation
Tuskers Bush Camp
Activities
Morning Game Drive at Tuskers Bush Camp
Afternoon Game Drive at Tuskers Bush Camp
Restaurants
Coffee and Rusks
Tuskers Bush Camp
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 3
Tuskers to Xobega Island Camp
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Embark on the 3.5- to 4.5-hour road transfer through the Moremi Game Reserve to Xobega Island Camp. This is a complete game drive experience as the transfer takes you from Tuskers, into Moremi’s Khwai Gate through the reserve, along the Khwai riverfront and stopping to enjoy a picnic lunch. Experience a motorboat cruise for 1.5 hours through the Delta waterways. After refreshments, enjoy a sunset boat cruise. Return to camp for dinner and your first night on Xobega Island.
Accommodation
Xobega Island Camp
Activities
Morning Game Drive at Tuskers Bush Camp
Boat Cruise to Xobega Island Camp
Boat Safari
Restaurants
Coffee and Rusks
Xobega Island Camp
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 4
Xobega Island Camp
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This morning is an early wake-up call followed with coffee and breakfast. You then depart for a long cruise through the Okavango Delta. Upon returning to camp, freshen up before lunch is served in the dining tent. High tea is served later in the afternoon and a sunset cruise complete with sundowners awaits to end the day. After your sunset cruise, return to camp to enjoy the campfire and a three-course dinner before tuning in for your last night on Xobega Island.
Accommodation
Xobega Island Camp
Activities
Boat Safari
Sunset Cruise on Xobega Island
Restaurants
Xobega Island Camp
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 5
Xobega Island to Motswiri Botswana
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It will be an early morning wake up, followed by breakfast and departure. Enjoy the 1.5-hour boat cruise from to Xakanaxa boat station to connect with your transfer to Xakanaxa Airstrip - the light air transfer out of Moremi to Motswiri Airstrip in the Selinda Reserve. On arrival, board the game vehicle transfer to camp. Settle in and freshen up before departing on an afternoon game drive. The evening brings a convivial night around the campfire followed by a three-course dinner.
Accommodation
RAW Botswana
Activities
Afternoon Game Drive in RAW Botswana
Restaurants
RAW Botswana
Transportations
Boat from Xobega Island Camp to Xakanaxa
Plane from Xakanaxa to Selinda Game Reserve (Private) NG/16, Botswana
Off-Road from Selinda Game Reserve (Private) NG/16, Botswana to RAW Botswana
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 6
RAW Botswana Motswiri Camp
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Wake up before dawn to enjoy a light breakfast before heading out into the Selinda Reserve on foot for an awe-inspiring walking safari led by an experienced and passionate trails guide. After a few hours out in the bush, you'll return to camp for lunch. A relaxed afternoon at camp is a welcome way to spend the day before embarking on an afternoon game drive with sundowners in the bush.
Accommodation
RAW Botswana
Activities
Game Walk from RAW Botswana
Afternoon Game Drive in RAW Botswana
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
North-West District
Day 7
Departure Day
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It is an early morning wake up, followed by breakfast and your final game drive in Selinda, which will end at Motswiri Airstrip where you will connect with a scheduled flight to either Maun or Kasane.
Activities
Morning Game Drive in RAW Botswana
Restaurants
RAW Botswana
Transportations
Plane from Selinda Game Reserve (Private) NG/16 to Maun
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
North-West District
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What’s included?
6 nights accommodation
12 activities
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 8,360/ per traveller sharing
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