Botswana Safari – Victoria Falls, Chobe & Kalahari
Between the Sky, the Dust and the Wild of the South of Africa
Discover Botswana’s wild contrasts on this 11-day Botswana safari. Witness the mighty Victoria Falls and herds of elephants in Chobe National Park, glide in a mokoro through Khwai’s peaceful waterways, and embrace the star-filled silence of the Kalahari. This journey connects it all—an unforgettable lodge-to-lodge adventure that blends iconic highlights, authentic guiding, and the comfort you need at the end of each day.
From Victoria Falls to the Kalahari
This 11-day Botswana safari takes you from the roar of Victoria Falls to the silence of the Kalahari, connecting Southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes in one journey. Stand before the mist and thunder of the falls, explore Chobe’s legendary elephant herds, and drift through Khwai’s reed-lined channels in a mokoro. The adventure continues south along the Boteti River before ending under the star-filled skies of the Central Kalahari, where desert wildlife thrives against vast horizons.
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A Seamless Safari Experience
Led by experienced Bush Ways guides, this itinerary blends variety and comfort with ease. Game drives, river cruises, mokoro excursions, and cultural walks bring fresh perspectives at every stop, while handpicked lodges and camps provide welcoming spaces to rest. With carefully balanced pacing, this Botswana safari offers both the thrill of wild encounters and the reassurance of expert planning.
🧡 The safari will proceed as soon as 4 travelers are confirmed.
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Best Time to Go
Dry Season (May–Oct): Clear skies, cooler nights, best game viewing
Wet Season (Nov–Apr): Green landscapes, fewer visitors, great for photography
Popular Attractions
Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Savuti, Khwai River, Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Pans, Central Kalahari
Weather
May–Oct: 20–32 °C, dry & sunny | Nov–Apr: 25–35 °C, hot with afternoon showers
Highlights
Experience the power and beauty of Victoria Falls
Spot elephants, buffalo, and lions on game drives in Chobe
Explore Khwai and Moremi with both drives and a mokoro canoe safari
Discover desert wildlife and starry skies in the central Kalahari
Stay in handpicked lodges and guesthouses for comfort throughout
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Travel Plan
Day-to-Day Program – 11 Days
Note: The following travel plan describes the Southbound route, beginning in Victoria Falls and ending in the Kalahari (Maun).
This safari can also be done in reverse (Northbound) with the same highlights, activities, and accommodations – beginning in Maun and ending at Victoria Falls.
🧡 The safari will proceed as soon as 4 travelers are confirmed.
Day 1-2
Explore the Thundering Victoria Falls
Your adventure begins at the legendary Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. After settling into your comfortable lodge, spend your first afternoon unwinding or joining optional activities like white-water rafting on the Zambezi or a helicopter flight above the falls. The following day is free to fully immerse yourself in the experience: stroll rainforest trails, watch rainbows form in the spray, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this adventure town with markets, cafés, and sundowners by the river.
🍽 Meals: Day 1 – None | Day 2 – Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Pioneers Lodge or Similar
Day 3-4
Game Drives and a Sunset Cruise in Chobe
Cross into Botswana and head for Chobe, famous for its enormous elephant herds and big predator sightings. Over two days you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across floodplains and teak forests, with chances to see lions, leopards, and antelope alongside vast herds of buffalo. A highlight is the afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River, where you can drift quietly past hippos and crocodiles while elephants wade into the shallows at sunset. Evenings are spent relaxing at the lodge, swapping stories around the fire.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Chobe Elephant Camp or Similar
Day 5-7
Mokoro Adventures and Big Cats in Khwai and Moremi
Travel south through the legendary Savuti region into the Khwai River area, a wildlife-rich region bordering Moremi Game Reserve. Over three days, explore this diverse landscape on game drives and experience the tranquility of a mokoro excursion through reed-lined channels. The Khwai is known for close encounters with elephants, wild dogs, and big cats, while the riverbanks teem with birdlife. Staying at a guest house in Khwai village also adds a cultural touch, offering insight into life on the edge of the Okavango Delta.
🍽 Meals: Day 5 – Breakfast, Dinner | Day 6 & 7 – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Khwai Guest House or Similar
Day 8
Makgadikgadi and Wildlife Encounters by the Boteti River
Continue south to the Boteti River, where the desert meets water. Your lodge overlooks the river, a gathering point for zebra, wildebeest, and antelope migrating across the Makgadikgadi region. After lunch (at your own expense), spend the afternoon on a game drive in the national park, or simply relax by the pool and watch the wildlife come to drink at the river’s edge. This stop offers a peaceful pause before your journey into the Kalahari.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Boteti River Camp or Similar
Day 9-10
Deception Valley and Desert Wildlife in the Kalahari
Head into Deception Valley Private Reserve, bordering the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Over two days, enjoy game drives across vast open landscapes and join a guided walk with a San tracker, learning about traditional bush skills and desert survival. Wildlife here includes oryx, giraffe, cheetah, and lion, all set against stark horizons and skies that blaze with stars at night. It’s a fitting finale that connects adventure with cultural depth.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Deception Valley Lodge or Similar
Day 11
Departure from Maun
After breakfast, transfer to Maun where your safari comes to an end at midday. Post-tour arrangements such as flights or lodge extensions can be organized to continue your adventure.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: None (end of safari)
Note: The following travel plan describes the Southbound route, beginning in Victoria Falls and ending in the Kalahari (Maun).
This safari can also be done in reverse (Northbound) with the same highlights, activities, and accommodations—beginning in Maun and ending at Victoria Falls.
Why Pick This Travel Plan
Combines Botswana’s rivers, wetlands, and deserts into one continuous journey
Includes a mix of safari styles – game drives, river cruises, and mokoro rides
Offers cultural depth with San trackers and local guiding throughout
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A Journey That Shows You Every Side of Botswana
Experience Botswana’s wonders in one epic journey, where waterfalls, rivers, and deserts flow seamlessly into a single adventure.
This Botswana safari brings together Botswana’s most iconic highlights in one seamless route. It’s a journey of contrasts – thundering Victoria Falls, elephants on the Chobe River, mokoro rides in Khwai, and the silence of the Kalahari. With a mix of activities and carefully chosen lodges, it balances adventure and comfort while giving you an authentic feel for the country’s wild beauty.
Included in the Price
- Comfortable accommodations in guest houses, lodges, B&Bs, and camps (2–3 star standard)
- All transfers and activities as outlined in the itinerary
- Meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Drinking water
- Services of a professional guide
- All park fees in Botswana for activities included in the itinerary
- Custom-built Bush Ways open game viewer vehicle for transfers and activities
- Travel Guarantee with the Swedish Kammarkollegiet »
Price Does Not Cover *
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Entrance fee to Victoria Falls
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Visas and airport transfers
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Optional lodge activities (e.g., helicopter transfers, Victoria Falls excursions)
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Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
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Travel, medical, baggage, and evacuation insurance
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Any increases in National Park fees or government levies
- Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters – Find guidelines in our Help Center
* Rest assured, we’re here to assist with anything not covered in the price. Your convenience is our priority.
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Accommodation
Pioneers Lodge
Chobe Elephant Camp
Khwai Guest House
Boteti River Camp
Deception Valley Lodge
Pioneers Lodge
This exclusive, residents-only property offers a blend of nostalgia and modern amenities in a peaceful residential suburb, featuring 50 spacious rooms – all with garden views, AC, safes, mosquito nets, en-suite bathrooms with shower and toilet.
In the lush gardens there is two swimming pools, day spa, TV room and meeting room. Pioneers is mostly running on solar energy, and commits to environmental sustainability and local wildlife conservation efforts.
Sango Safari Camp
Sango Safari Camp lies on the banks of the Khwai River, overlooking Moremi Game Reserve. With just six classic Meru tents, each featuring an outdoor shower, it combines rustic charm with comfort and intimacy. A lounge, dining area, plunge pool, and viewing deck make it an inviting place to relax between safaris.
The camp offers game drives, bush walks, night drives, and mokoro trips across the Khwai Concession and Moremi. Its riverside setting ensures exceptional wildlife viewing in one of Botswana’s most diverse and rewarding safari areas.
Chobe Elephant Camp
Chobe Elephant Camp sits on a ridge overlooking the Chobe River floodplains, offering stunning views and a peaceful bush setting. Built from sandbags for natural cooling, it blends rustic charm with comfort and can host up to 36 guests.
Guests enjoy game drives, cultural visits, and seasonal boat cruises. Located near Ngoma Gate, away from the busier Kasane area, it provides a more exclusive and authentic safari experience.
Khwai Guest House
Khwai Guest House sits on the edge of the Khwai village near Moremi Game Reserve, offering six en-suite bungalows and two family units designed in a warm, thatched style. Each room features a fan, safe, and open-air shower.
Guests can relax by the pool, unwind in the lounge or dining area, and enjoy meals or drinks from the cash bar and boma. With its friendly team and community setting, it’s an inviting base for exploring Botswana’s rich wildlife and culture.
Deception Valley Lodge
Set in the vast Kalahari wilderness, Deception Valley Lodge combines elegant comfort with an authentic bush experience. The lodge features a lounge, bar, dining areas, curio shop, swimming pool, gym, and spa, with a waterhole nearby for effortless wildlife viewing.
Spacious suites offer lounge areas, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private decks overlooking the savanna. Family units include multiple bedrooms and, in the deluxe suite, a private plunge pool. A perfect blend of serenity, style, and the untamed beauty of Botswana’s Kalahari.
Boteti River Camp
Overlooking the Boteti River on the edge of Makgadikgadi National Park, this charming camp offers eight en-suite chalets, including family options, all with air-conditioning, mosquito nets, coffee stations, and open-air showers. There are also shaded campsites with water access, power sockets, and shared ablutions.
Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, viewing deck, bar, and dining area—ideal for relaxing after exploring Makgadikgadi, Nxai Pan, or the Central Kalahari. A friendly and affordable stay that blends comfort with authentic local character.
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Set in the heart of the Twyfelfontein Conservancy, this lodge blends into its rocky surroundings. It offers en-suite rooms, a pool, bar, restaurant, and game-viewing waterhole.
Activities include guided visits to ancient rock engravings, star gazing, nature drives, and cultural encounters at the Damara Living Museum.
Cornerstone Guesthouse
This peaceful B&B in central Swakopmund is just a short walk from the beach, cafés, and town attractions.
There are 7 en-suite rooms and family units, each with TV, Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee station, plus laundry and off-street parking. A great 3* base with optional self-catering apartments available.
Klein-Aus Vista
Located in the Aus Mountains above the plains of the Namib Desert, this tiny community offers diverse accommodations like the Desert Horse Inn, Eagle’s Nest Chalets, a campsite, and the ‘Geisterschlucht’ Cabin, with amenities ranging from self-catering facilities to private toilet and shower, and access to dining at the Inn.
Perfect for adventurers looking to explore the Sossusvlei dunes or enjoy the tranquil Aus Mountains.
Sesirem Oshana Campsite
Luxurious self-catering camping facilities, each featuring a private toilet and shower, a kitchenette with hot and cold water, 220V electricity, and a BBQ area. Designed to blend with the desert, a wooden pergola provides shade for tents and caravans.
Enjoy access to amenities at Sesriem, including a swimming pool, a bar, a restaurant, and a shop.
Naankuse @ Utopia (Windhoek)
Set in a lush garden with a sparkling pool and cozy common areas, Naankuse provides easy access to Windhoek’s shops, restaurants and sights.
Rooms are comfortable with private bathrooms, air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Utopia forms part of the Naankuse Collection, known for its commitment to conservation and responsible tourism.
Atlantic Garden Boutique Hotel
A family-owned hotel located in the heart of Swakopmund, just minutes from the oceanfront promenade, featuring sleek, comfortable rooms with en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a peaceful garden courtyard.
Breakfast is served daily, and the staff is happy to help arrange coastal activities or dining. Perfect for travelers looking to unwind after time in the desert.
Dead Valley Lodge
Dead Valley Lodge lies inside Namib-Naukluft National Park near Sesriem, offering direct access to Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei.
Its 20 luxury tented chalets feature climate control, private patios, and open-air views of the desert. A restaurant, bar, and swimming pool overlook Elim Dune.
Ai Aiba Rock Painting Lodge
Set among granite hills in the Erongo Mountains, this lodge offers sweeping views and striking sunsets.
Thatched chalets feature en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, and patios. Guided walks lead to rock art and the nearby San Living Museum.
Grootberg Lodge
Built on the edge of a dramatic plateau, this community-run lodge blends natural charm with warm hospitality.
Stone chalets have en-suite bathrooms and private decks, and guests enjoy a pool, restaurant, and wildlife experiences with local guides.
Etosha Safari Lodge
Close Etosha National Park’s central entrance, this lodge offers spacious rooms with private verandas, a large deck and dining area from which you can watch the sunset and gaze at the star sprinkled skies, and amazing views.
Relax by the pool, enjoy quality food and wine, and take part in game drives led by knowledgeable guides providing the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Okonjima Plains Camp
A conservation lodge and base for the AfriCat Foundation’s work with leopards and cheetahs.
Guests can join guided tracking experiences or visit the Carnivore Care Centre. Rooms reflect the area’s farming history, and facilities include a pool, curio shop, walking trails, and a waterhole.
Hilton Windhoek
This 5-star hotel features a rooftop pool, a spa, and panoramic city views, and 24-hour fitness and business center. Enjoy Namibian specialties at one restaurant, wine and sushi at another, and/or snacks at any of the three bars.
Rooms comes with AC, rainfall shower, city views, and some with private gardens or lounges.
Halali Resort & Campsite
Located in Etosha National Park, this camp offers a variety of accommodations suitable for all types of travelers including 2 Family Chalets, 20 Bush Chalets where the larger units have a kitchen and lounge area, and 39 Double Rooms – all featuring en-suite bathrooms.
Enjoy the largest pool in the park and the nearby waterholes for excellent wildlife spotting. This is the ideal base for exploring Etosha.
Etosha Village
An affordable yet luxurious gateway to Etosha National Park, offering 55 air-conditioned accommodation units with modern amenities, camping facilities, dining areas, a pool, a bar and a utility and curio shop.
Enjoy activities as guided game drives in Etosha, walking tours, sundowner driver, stargazing sessions and a special Boma Dinner – perfect for both relaxation and adventure.
Desert Camp
Located near Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon, this camp offers 28 self-catering units with stunning views and en-suite bathrooms, kitchenettes, BBQs, and can accommodate up to two adults and two children under 12 for free.
Facilites include a bar, pool, and communal bomas. There is no shuttle service, but you can enjoy meals and activities at the nearby Sossusvlei Lodge and find supplies at the Sossus Oasis Service Station.
Mount Etjo Campsite
The campsites near Mount Etjo Safari Lodge offer privacy, shade, and views over a waterhole, featuring amenities like hot/cold water, private bathroom, electricity, and a fireplace. Fresh meat can be ordered in advance.
Enjoy lodge activities and meals, with a maximum of four per site and extra charges for additional campers. The luxury option includes extra outdoor facilities.
Palmwag Campsite
With a unique blend of comfort and wilderness, this campsite offers 13 equipped sites featuring essentials like power and wash basin. Enjoy modern conveniences, a swimming pool, bar while surrounded by the beauty of Damaraland.
This campsite’s location offers possibility of nighttime elephant visits, making it an ideal spot for adventurers who wish to connect with nature.
Hotel a la Mer
Located in Swakopmund’s center and only seconds from the beach, this welcoming hotel provides 46 en-sutie bedrooms with a variety of amenities, including a generous breakfast, security and free Wi-Fi
Rooms offers a teracce or balony, a seating area, and are all equipped with private bathrooms and showers.
Okaukuejo Campsite
Renowned for its flood-lit waterhole where you can observe a variety of wildlife up-close, this resort offers a range of accommodations from Waterhole Chalets with patios or balconies for wildlife viewing, spacious Bush Chalets with lounges, and comfortable Double Rooms with essential amenities.
Enjoy a swimming pool, a restaurant, a bar, a shop, a kiosk, and camping facilities.
Cape Cross Campsite
The Lodge features 18 standard suites and 2 semi-suites with sea views, all equipped with en-suite bathrooms. First-floor rooms have private balconies and ground-floor ones offer beach access.
Four bedrooms can form a family suite, and six rooms are wheelchair-accessible. The self-catering Whalers Cottage accommodates 4 people, with an indoor “braai” kitchen, living/dining area, and en-suite bathroom.
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