Quick Summary
8 Days Botswana Safari Adventure is a 8 days tour in Botswana via the Botswana route, starting from USD 9381. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.
8 days
Botswana
USD 9381
Kitano Tours & Safaris
ABOUT 8 Days Botswana Safari Adventure
Indulge in the ultimate 8-day luxury fly-in safari through Botswana’s most iconic landscapes. Travel in style between exclusive camps—from the riverfront charm of Thamo Telele to the surreal Makgadikgadi salt pans, the elephant-rich Khwai Private Reserve, and the pristine Okavango Delta at Little Sable. Enjoy exceptional comfort, personalised service, and a rich variety of private game experiences in some of Africa’s most untouched wilderness areas.
- Duration: 8 days
- Route: Botswana
- Starts at: USD 9381
Highlights for 8 Days Botswana Safari Adventure
Day 1: Welcome to the Wild
Day 2: Journey to the Kalahari
Day 3: Meerkats, Bushmen & Desert Magic
Day 4: Fly to Khwai
Day 5: Khwai Safari
Day 6: Fly to the Delta
Day 7: Classic Delta Exploration
Day 8: Scenic Farewell
Itinerary Overview
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| Day 01 | Welcome to the Wild |
| Day 02 | Journey to the Kalahari |
| Day 03 | Meerkats, Bushmen & Desert Magic |
| Day 04 | Fly to Khwai |
| Day 05 | Khwai Safari |
| Day 06 | Fly to the Delta |
| Day 07 | Classic Delta Exploration |
| Day 08 | Scenic Farewell |
Day 01: Welcome to the Wild
>> Upon arrival in Maun, you'll be transferred to Thamo Telele, your peaceful bush hideaway nestled along the Thamalakane River. Set within a private 250-hectare reserve, Thamo is a sanctuary of leadwood trees, plains game, and vibrant birdlife.
After check-in and a refreshing welcome drink, the afternoon is yours to enjoy. Choose from a gentle nature walk, a guided horse ride, or even a close-up giraffe experience. As the sun sets, settle in with a drink and a delicious dinner under the stars—your safari adventure has begun.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
- Accommodation: Thamo Telele Lodge Luxury lodge located in Maun (City)
Day 02: Journey to the Kalahari
>> After breakfast, you’ll depart from Maun Airport by light aircraft to Camp Kalahari, your base in the heart of the Makgadikgadi.
This afternoon, get your first taste of this surreal landscape with an activity that might include meeting the charming habituated meerkats or an introduction to the vast salt pans. As the heat of the day fades, enjoy a sunset over the endless horizon before returning to camp for dinner.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 03: Meerkats, Bushmen & Desert Magic
>> Rise early for an unforgettable encounter with the meerkats, as they emerge and warm up in the morning sun. Later, walk alongside San Bushmen and gain insights into their ancient knowledge of the land; tracking, foraging, and storytelling.
After a relaxed lunch and siesta, the afternoon could bring a quad bike adventure across the shimmering salt flats (seasonal), a desert horseback ride (additional cost), or a game drive tracking the zebra migration. Cap off the day with drinks around the fire and dinner beneath the stars.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 04: Fly to Khwai
>> After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airstrip for your scenic shared flight to Khwai Private Reserve. The journey may include a short stop en route, offering stunning aerial views of Botswana's changing landscapes.
Upon arrival at Elephant Pan Camp, nestled in a mopane forest near a bustling waterhole, you’ll be welcomed and shown to your tented suite. This afternoon, head out on your first game drive in this private reserve, known for intimate wildlife encounters and, of course, its namesake elephants. Return to camp for a relaxed evening around the fire.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 05: Khwai Safari
>> Begin your day with coffee and a light breakfast before setting out on a morning game drive across the reserve. This region teems with wildlife drawn to the permanent water source in front of camp—expect elephants, predators, and incredible birdlife.
After a leisurely lunch, spend your siesta watching elephants at the waterhole from your tent’s deck. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive or a guided bush walk before returning to camp for a delicious dinner and fireside stories.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 06: Fly to the Delta
>> This morning, you’ll board a small helicopter for a flight to the Greater Okavango Delta, with a possible scenic stop along the way. Soak in the stunning aerial views as you approach the lush wetlands of Khwai Private Reserve.
Your next stay, Little Sable, offers elevated views of shimmering floodplains and winding waterways. Settle into your elegant tented room before heading out for an afternoon safari—by vehicle, boat, or seasonal mokoro, depending on the conditions. Return for a starlit dinner and a restful night in the heart of the Delta.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 07: Classic Delta Exploration
>> Spend your final full day in the Okavango exploring this pristine wilderness. Mornings may include a game drive tracking lion, leopard, or wild dog. The afternoons invite a slower pace, gliding through the channels in a mokoro or spotting birds and hippos on a boat safari.
Return to camp for a relaxed lunch and some quiet time on your private deck. End the day with a final sundowner and soak in the majesty of the Delta one last time.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: All meals included All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)
Day 08: Scenic Farewell
>> After a final morning activity or relaxed breakfast, you’ll take a shared flight back to Maun. As you rise above the Delta one last time, reflect on the incredible journey through Botswana’s diverse and wild landscapes.
- Time: 8-10Hrs
- Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
- Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Inclusions
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Exclusions
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees