Ultimate Botswana
Botswana
11 days from $18,295 per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
Experience Botswana’s diverse ecosystems on a journey that seamlessly blends adventure with luxurious accommodations. Begin in the Okavango Delta with a secluded island stay, where you’ll be blissfully immersed in the tranquility and beauty of your surroundings. Here, experience the Delta in three unforgettable ways: on land, on water, and in the air. Enjoy exhilarating game-viewing in Moremi’s iconic landscapes, then unwind in the serene vastness of the Makgadikgadi Pans, where the desert’s unique beauty, diverse wildlife, and perfect silence await.
Highlights
Explore the Okavango Delta’s vibrant waterways by mokoro, gliding through tranquil lagoons and hidden channels surrounded by lush wildlife.
Discover Moremi Game Reserve's game-rich landscapes, where you’ll track Africa’s iconic wildlife on exhilarating morning and evening safaris.
Experience the serenity of the Makgadikgadi Pans, where the desert’s silence and expansive beauty create an unforgettable sense of isolation.
Enjoy Enjoy a thrilling helicopter arrival and departure from your camp, taking in sweeping aerial views of the UNESCO-listed Okavango Delta with each journey.
Accommodations
1. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
South Africa, Johannesburg
The Intercontinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is conveniently located within Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International airport and a safe and easy walk from the international arrivals hall. The beautifully furnished en-suite rooms feature a writing desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, mini-bar, television with DSTV and DVD player, electronic safe, 24-room service, porter service and wakeup facility. Complimentary luggage storage is available for guest use while on safari. Services and facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, a uniquely African dining experience at the popular Quills Restaurant, which serves a range of breakfast, lunch and dinner options as well as light meals and drinks.
2. North Island Okavango
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Nestled on a private island in the heart of the Okavango Delta, North Island Okavango offers a luxury safari experience like no other. With only four spacious, elevated tents, each providing panoramic lagoon views and exceptional wildlife sightings, this intimate camp is the epitome of serenity and adventure. Experience the Delta's beauty on land, water, and in the air through unique activities that immerse you in its extraordinary landscapes. Styled with bold African design and luxury touches, the camp also contributes to local conservation and community initiatives. This is an unforgettable destination where nature, luxury, and purpose intertwine perfectly.
3. Tawana
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Set within the pristine landscapes of Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve, Tawana offers an immersive safari experience in one of Africa’s last true wildernesses. The camp blends contemporary luxury with untamed adventure, featuring eight spacious tents, including three family suites, each with private terraces, plunge pools, and fitness amenities. Enjoy indoor and outdoor showers, air conditioning, and stunning views from your lounge. Raised walkways connect the tents to a communal lounge, dining area, wine cellar, and a 16-meter lap pool. As wildlife roams freely through camp, Tawana is a unique sanctuary that celebrates both cultural heritage and conservation.
4. Jack's Camp
Botswana, Makgadikgadi Pans
Jack’s Camp is one of Africa's most storied and iconic camps and just one of three in a one million acre private wildlife reserve. Located in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, the 100% solar powered camp is fashioned in classical 1940’s style. The stylish canvas tents feature en suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, an overhead bed cooling system to ward off the desert heat, and a wood burning stove for the chilly morning and evenings. Each tent has a private veranda with a plunge pool. The main tent houses a library with an antique pool table, a nomadic Persian tea tent, a dedicated spa tent and a Natural History Museum with one of the most comprehensive collections of ancient artefacts in Botswana. A swimming pool pavilion, the only one of its kind in Africa, has views of the glittering landscape. An oasis in striking contrast with the rugged wilderness, Jack’s Camp promises Real Adventure in Unreal Style.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Johannesburg, South Africa
Arrive in the "City of Gold" where you'll be warmly welcomed and assisted to your airport hotel. Take the evening to unwind, savoring a restful pause before tomorrow’s journey to Botswana and the beginning of your unforgettable safari adventure.
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R.Tambo Airport
Day 2. Johannesburg / Okavango Delta
After breakfast, you’ll board your flight to Maun, Botswana. From Maun, embark on a breathtaking charter flight over the Okavango Delta, where you can truly appreciate the vastness and beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from above. Upon arrival at your luxury camp, settle into its lavish comforts and enjoy a moment to relax before heading out on your first safari adventure. In a comfortable game-viewing vehicle, your expert guide will lead you on the search for some of the area's most iconic wildlife. (BLD)
North Island Okavango
Day 3. Okavango Delta
Today, enjoy the flexibility of an open safari itinerary. Drift through the Delta’s crystal-clear waterways in a mokoro, guided expertly through lily pads and sandbanks to reveal the rhythms of this unique ecosystem. Birdwatchers can look out for specials like the slaty egret, Pel’s fishing owl, and African skimmer. For a different perspective, opt for a thrilling helicopter flight over the Delta or visit Tsodilo Hills to explore ancient rock art (additional cost applies). (BLD)
North Island Okavango
Day 4. Okavango Delta
Set out on thrilling morning and evening game drives across untouched wilderness, tracking iconic wildlife like lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, hippo, and the rare sitatunga antelope. Expert guides will reveal the Delta’s best-kept secrets and beloved wildlife treasures.(BLD)
North Island Okavango
Day 5. Okavango Delta / Moremi Game Reserve
After breakfast, take a scenic helicopter transfer to your next camp, nestled within the renowned Moremi Game Reserve. Enjoy sweeping aerial views of the Okavango Delta’s wetlands, with its shimmering lagoons and winding channels. Upon arrival, enjoy a late afternoon game drive through Moremi’s diverse landscapes of mopane woodlands and floodplains. The reserve boasts a high concentration of large herbivores, antelope, and predators, including lion, leopard, and African wild dog. Immerse yourself in one of Botswana’s best land-based game-viewing experiences, with incredible wildlife sightings close to the lodge. (BLD)
Tawana
Day 6. Moremi Game Reserve
At Tawana, your day can be as exciting or relaxing as you choose. Head out on a morning game drive through Moremi’s remarkable wilderness, or pamper yourself with a peaceful spa treatment. For something more adventurous, enjoy a birding excursion or soar above the Delta on a helicopter flight (available for an additional cost). If you prefer a quieter moment, the lodge’s library offers a deep dive into the Moremi Game Reserve’s history and the Batawana tribe’s cultural heritage. (BLD)
Tawana
Day 7. Moremi Game Reserve
Enjoy twice-daily game drives through the diverse landscapes of Moremi. In the cool morning hours, explore the shimmering lagoons and floodplains, where you may encounter elephants, lions, and leopards. As the day transitions, the late afternoon light offers new opportunities to observe the vibrant wildlife of the reserve, from cheetahs to buffalo. With the expertise of your expert guide, each drive unveils the rich, ever-changing tapestry of Moremi’s wildlife and natural beauty. (BLD)
Tawana
Day 8. Moremi Game Reserve / Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Fly to the enigmatic landscapes of the Makgadikgadi, where the vast salt pans stretch endlessly beneath the African sky. Arrive at the legendary Jack’s Private Camp, where old-world glamour meets the unique charm of the Kalahari. Experience timeless elegance with features like a nomadic Persian tea tent and carefully curated Natural History Museum cabinets, offering a blend of adventure and luxury in this remote paradise. (BLD)
Jack’s Private Camp
Day 9. Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
As the sun rises, meet the curious, pixie-faced meerkats and observe them as they begin their morning search for breakfast. Later, discover the ancient desert secrets with the Zu/’hoasi Bushmen on a fascinating bush walk. These skilled hunter-gatherers will show you how to survive in the harsh landscape, using their extraordinary tracking skills to uncover nature's hidden culinary delights. After a thrilling day, enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view of the stars. (BLD)
Jack’s Private Camp
Day 10. Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
The Makgadikgadi is a land of unpredictable beauty, offering different experiences depending on the season. During the dry months, the pans shimmer with a vast, white expanse, the perfect setting for an exhilarating quad bike or horse riding adventure across the salt-crusted landscape. Feel the thrill of freedom as you traverse this ancient terrain, a remnant of a once mighty super lake. When the rains arrive, the landscape transforms into a carpet of emerald-green grass, and the Makgadikgadi comes alive with the second-largest migration of zebra and wildebeest in Africa. Witness the spectacle as around 30,000 animals make their way across the plains, a thrilling display of nature’s raw beauty. (BLD)
Jack’s Private Camp
Day 11. Makgadikgadi Pans National Park / Depart
After a leisurely breakfast at Jack’s Camp, take a charter flight back to Maun for your onward journey. As you depart, you’ll carry with you unforgettable memories of Botswana’s breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and the profound beauty of its wilderness, leaving behind a piece of your heart in this extraordinary land. (B)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
**Surcharges Apply Jan 01-05 and Dec 15 -31.
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
Johannesburg - Maun - Johannesburg
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