Signature: Botswana's Wildlife & the Okavango Delta

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

1 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Maun, Botswana

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Highlights

Meet a National Geographic Okavango Wilderness Project researcher for a talk on this vibrant delta.

Join a wildlife biologist at a research centre for a private presentation on human-elephant coexistence.

Witness the abundant wildlife in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.

Spot birds and animals from a traditional mokoro canoe and motorized boat

Itinerary

Unveil the untamed wonders of Botswana as you track wildlife in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and deep into the heart of the Okavango Delta. Experience incredible animal encounters, meet leading researchers preserving delicate ecosystems, and glide through pristine delta channels by canoe. Led by experts, this is an immersive safari defined by wild spaces and conservation.

day 1Maun

Welcome to Botswana. Your expedition begins as you touch down in Maun, the gateway to one of the world's greatest wildernesses. You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel to unpack and unwind. In the evening, gather with your National Geographic Expedition Leader, National Geographic Expedition Expert, and fellow travellers for an engaging welcome that sets the stage for your upcoming explorations. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner.

Meal

Dinner

Accomodation

Grays Eden Sanctuary (or similar)

Transport

Airport Transfer

Included Activity

Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Maun/Makgadikgadi Pans

day 3Makgadikgadi Pans

day 4Makgadikgadi Pans

day 5Makgadikgadi Pans/Okavango Delta

day 6Okavango Delta

day 7Okavango Delta

day 8Okavango Delta/Maun

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nt), Safari Lodges (6 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Note: Allow USD40-55 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, plane, 4x4 safari vehicle, boat, mokoro, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, MaunSignature Moment: Living with Elephants, Makgadikgadi PansArrival transferWelcome dinnerMeet with a researcher from the Nkashi Trust team which implements the National Geographic Okavango Wilderness ProjectInternal flight from Maun to the Makgadikgadi PansMorning and afternoon wildlife safari drives in Makgadikgadi Pans over multiple daysInternal flight from the Makgadikgadi Pans to the Okavango DeltaMorning and afternoon wildlife safaris by motorboat and traditional mokoro in the Okavango Delta over multiple daysFarewell DinnerDeparture TransferEngaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert ThroughoutPorterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehiclesTips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader

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