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7-Day From River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari is a 7 Days tour in Botswana via the River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari route, starting from USD 5470. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.

Duration
7 Days

Route
River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari

From
USD 5470

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

ABOUT 7-Day From River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari

Experience Botswana’s landscapes on this 6-night journey from the game-rich Chobe Riverfront to the remote wilderness of the Khwai area. Begin with river cruises and game drives in Chobe National Park. Then, you'll continue south to the tranquil woodlands of Mankwe, before ending in the predator-rich floodplains around Mogotlho Safari Lodge near Khwai. This safari offers excellent wildlife sightings, varied ecosystems, and a seamless all-inclusive fly-in adventure between Kasane and Maun.

Duration: 7 Days
Route: River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari
Starts at: USD 5470

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 7-Day From River to Wilderness Classic Botswana Safari

Day 1: Experience Chobe Waterfront
Day 2: Chobe Riverfront Wildlife
Day 3: Fly to Moremi's Doorsteps
Day 4: Moremi Game Reserve Wildlife
Day 5: Transfer to Magnificent Khwai Concession
Day 6: Wildife Viewing Bonanza
Day 7: Fly to Maun

Itinerary Overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Experience Chobe Waterfront
Day 02	Chobe Riverfront Wildlife
Day 03	Fly to Moremi's Doorsteps
Day 04	Moremi Game Reserve Wildlife
Day 05	Transfer to Magnificent Khwai Concession
Day 06	Wildife Viewing Bonanza
Day 07	Fly to Maun

Day 01: Experience Chobe Waterfront

>> You'll arrive in Kasane and transfer to Chobe Safari Lodge, set on the banks of the Chobe River. Your 2-night stay includes 4 shared activities and the possibility to add optional excursions. You'll head out on a sunset cruise. Chobe is home to some of Africa’s largest elephant herds, often seen swimming across the river or browsing along the banks. Expect to see hippos, crocodiles, and possibly buffalo coming to drink along the riverbank bank along with a rich array of waterbirds including African fish eagles and carmine bee-eaters in season. You'll go back to the lodge for a delicious dinner.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge (Botswana) Mid-range lodge located in Kasane (Town)

Day 02: Chobe Riverfront Wildlife

>> You'll enjoy a morning game drive exploring Chobe National Park, you can expect to see predators like lion and spotted hyena in action, while elephants waddle through the river. The park is also a birding paradise with over 450 bird species recorded.
You'll return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy a sunset at the Treetops before your dinner.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge (Botswana) Mid-range lodge located in Kasane (Town)

Day 03: Fly to Moremi's Doorsteps

>> After breakfast, you'll transfer to Kasane for the scheduled flight to Mankwe's airstrip. You'll have a road transfer to the lodge via a meandering drive. Mankwe, meaning “mother leopard,” is a serene sanctuary situated on a private concession east of the Moremi Game Reserve. The Moremi and surrounding concession areas boast an incredible mix of dry forest, open plains, and seasonal pans. This transitional zone supports elephant, zebra, wildebeest, and large predators like lion and wild dog. Keep your camera ready for sightings of bat-eared foxes, honey badgers, and raptors soaring above the plains.
You'll experience your first game drive in the late afternoon and return to the lodge for

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Mankwe Tented Retreat Luxury tented camp located just outside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)

Day 04: Moremi Game Reserve Wildlife

>> As the sun rises over the bushveld, you'll begin your day with exclusive access to Mankwe's private concession. You'll enjoy close encounters with iconic African wildlife, including elephants, lions, wild dogs, and more. Alternatively, you can enjoy a full day game drive into the Moremi Game Reserve.
As the Delta waters rise, your safari extends into the waterways, and you can unwind with a serene mokoro ride or boating trip. The mokoro experience will depend on the water level.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Mankwe Tented Retreat Luxury tented camp located just outside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)

Day 05: Transfer to Magnificent Khwai Concession

>> After breakfast, you will be transferred by road via a scenic drive to your next location and a completely different safari experience. Mogotlho is a comfortable tented camp built off-grid, seamlessly blending into the lush natural surroundings. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a true African experience with an array of excursions on offer, including game drives and walking safaris, guided and hosted by Mogotlho’s passionate guide team.
The tents have been placed to ensure unspoiled panoramic views of the African bush, with a view of the Khwai River. There will be ample opportunity to observe the local wildlife and ever-changing landscape from the privacy of your balcony.
Wildlife viewing begins as you enter this predator-rich zone—expect encounters with lion, leopard, African wild dogs, and elephant herds crossing the river.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Hideaways Mogotlho Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Okavango Delta without fences

Day 06: Wildife Viewing Bonanza

>> Sunrise and sunset offer various ways of exploring the area for incredible wildlife viewing, including the rare wild dog. For an experience truly connected to nature, we invite you to embark on a walking safari, following in the footsteps of the experienced professional guides who will point out signs of the bush one may miss when on a game drive. This activity is season-dependent.
Keen twitchers will have a field day on a Botswana birding safari in the area, with the riverine habitat attracting unique species like the Gabar Goshawk, African Grey Hornbill, Slaty Egret, and the Rosy-Throated Longclaw. After a day of exploring, you'll simply relax by the pool and observe the river and its wildlife from the open deck area.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Accommodation: Hideaways Mogotlho Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Okavango Delta without fences

Day 07: Fly to Maun

>> After a final morning activity—perhaps a sunrise drive or a slow coffee overlooking the river—transfer to the airstrip for the scheduled flight to Maun and your onward flight. You'll depart with unforgettable memories of Botswana’s wild beauty and remarkable wildlife.