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7 Day Botswana Itinerary, incl. Chobe National Park and Okavango Delta
Luxury defines this 7-day safari through Chobe National Park's elephant territories, Makgadikgadi's vast salt pans, and Okavango Delta's waterways. Highlights include sunrise meerkat tracking, mokoro excursions, and Zambezi River cruises from exclusive Zambezi Mubala.
- Day 1
Chobe National Park
Start at Chobe National Park, which has Africa's largest elephant population. Get to your lodge by early afternoon using a pre-arranged airport transfer. The roads can be rough. Pack light, quick-dry clothes since lodges typically offer same-day laundry. The animals are most active during evening hours, so prioritize the sunset activities.
- Days 2-3
Zambezi River Area
Take a 1.5-hour trip to the Namibian side of the Zambezi River. The morning game drive starts at 5:30 AM when elephants and buffalo are most active. An afternoon river cruise lets you see wildlife without crowds. The afternoons get hot at 95°F (35°C), so bring sun protection. You can cool off in the lodge pool between activities.
- Day 4
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Head south to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans on a 5-6 hour drive. Take a 4x4 tour in the afternoon to see this unique landscape. Bring sunglasses for the bright salt surface. While you'll see less wildlife than in Chobe, the sunsets here are spectacular. Bring warm clothes for nighttime when temperatures drop sharply.
- Day 5
Ntwetwe Salt Pans to Maun
Visit the meerkats at Ntwetwe Salt Pans before sunrise. Then drive 4 hours to Maun, your entry point to the Okavango Delta. Maun is a busy safari town with basic facilities. Use your free afternoon to get ready for the delta.
- Day 6
Okavango Delta
Spend the day exploring by mokoro (traditional canoe). You'll need good balance and water-resistant clothes. Protect your camera gear from splashes. The local polers know everything about the delta's environment. Wear closed shoes that can get wet for the guided walk. You'll be outdoors for 6-7 hours with basic facilities.
- Day 7
Maun Departure
Think about taking a helicopter flight over the delta ($250-280). Book an early morning slot for the best photos. Plan for a 30-minute drive to the helipad from Maun hotels.
7 Day Botswana Itinerary, incl. Okavango Delta and Linyanti
Luxury camping defines this weeklong safari across three camps in Linyanti and Khwai concessions. Daily activities span game drives, mokoro excursions, and walking safaris while covering diverse ecosystems from Linyanti River to Khwai floodplains.
- Day 1
Maun to Linyanti Camp
Take a light aircraft flight from Maun to Linyanti airstrip. The 45-minute flight shows off beautiful views of the delta's channels. Book morning flights for smoother air conditions. Pack light as these planes only allow 20kg of baggage. From the airstrip, you'll take a 30-minute game drive to camp. Keep your camera ready during the transfer - elephants often gather near the Linyanti River.
- Day 2
Linyanti Wilderness
Get up early at 5:30 AM when wildlife is most active. Between June and October, large elephant herds gather at the Linyanti River. Photographers should bring a long lens. In the afternoon, switch to a boat safari to spot hippos and crocodiles. You can also book a walking safari. The local guides are great at spotting small details you would miss from a vehicle.
- Day 3
Linyanti to Khwai Leadwood
A 35-minute flight takes you to Khwai. Pack a separate small bag for this leg due to limited space. Khwai is known for its predators. Lions, leopards and wild dogs are often spotted here. The night drive is worth doing but bring warm clothes as it gets quite cold after sunset.
- Day 4
Khwai Leadwood Adventures
Morning walking safaris need proper closed walking shoes with good grip. Mokoro trips in traditional canoes are best from July to September when water levels are right. You can visit local villages but book ahead. Wear modest clothing and bring small bills if you want to buy crafts.
- Days 5-6
Khwai Lediba Camp Experience
The drive to Lediba takes about an hour through areas full of wildlife. This camp is great for bird watching so pack binoculars. Full-day game drives include lunch. Wear neutral colors and bring sunscreen as you'll be out 6-8 hours. Optional bush walks are best in the cooler morning hours.
- Day 7
Departure Day
Start your final game drive around 5:30 AM to see more wildlife before leaving. The flight back to Maun takes 40 minutes. Sit on the left for the best delta views. Book international flights after 2 PM to avoid rushing.
7 Days in Botswana, incl. Okavango Delta and Khwai Reserve
Natural wonders await in this weeklong safari across 5 key destinations including Maun, Moremi Game Reserve, and Khwai Reserve. Daily activities include game drives, mokoro trips, and walking safaris from luxury camps like Moremi Crossing and Mma Dinare Lodge.
- Day 1
Arrival at Okavango Delta
Start your safari with a 45-minute flight from Maun or Kasane to the Okavango Delta. Want great photos? Book a seat on the left side of the plane for excellent views of the winding waterways. Once you land at the private airstrip, a game drive takes you to your luxury tented camp. Be ready for hot afternoons by packing light breathable clothes.
- Days 2-3
Deep in the Okavango Delta
Your days will be filled with safari activities. Game drives start at 6:00 AM to catch animals at their most active. For afternoon mokoro (traditional canoe) trips, wear shoes that can get wet and protect your camera gear. As one traveler said: "The silent glide through the papyrus channels in a mokoro brought us incredibly close to elephants drinking at the water's edge – unforgettable, but stay calm and follow your guide's instructions carefully."
- Day 4
Transfer to Khwai Reserve
After morning activities in the delta, take a quick 30-minute flight to Rra Dinare Lodge in Khwai. You'll notice right away how different the drier Khwai landscape is from the delta. The open terrain here is perfect for spotting predators during your afternoon game drive. Bring warm clothes for evening drives, especially from June through August.
- Days 5-6
Khwai Reserve Exploration
Early starts at 5:30 AM let you catch nocturnal animals finishing their nightly hunts. Khwai is known for its wild dogs. If you find them, you might follow the pack for hours, so pack snacks and water. A recent visitor shared: "The Khwai area offered incredible predator action – we watched a leopard stalk and catch an impala right in front of us. The guides know exactly where to position the vehicle for the best viewing."
- Day 7
Departure Day
End your trip with a morning game drive to the airstrip for your flight to Maun or Kasane. Book later afternoon flights out of these airports to allow for any morning delays with bush planes due to weather.
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What people love about 7-day Botswana tours
- Botswana Safari
The Absolute Africa 6 day safari was quite an adventure. My wife and I were, to be honest, a little daunted by the prospect of camping and bush camping but due to the efforts of guide Joe, driver Emmaus(EMI) and especially a very welcoming group of travellers, despite our ages of 61 and 66, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The tents were durable and easy to erect, the sleeping mats reasonably comfortable and the briefings each night informative. Chobe NP and the Okavango Delta were clear highlights with game drives and cruises providing excellent opportunities to observe the abundant wildlife. The mokoro trips in the delta were an absolute highlight. Big 5 and ‘Pretty 5’ all spotted repeatedly. We believe there should have been more insight offered to the nature of the safari in terms of joining a group briefly who had already been travelling together for 50+ days and whilst it was made clear we would be helping with meals, packing etc. it was not clear in our package we would be actually shopping, cooking, cleaning the bus, packing, doing ‘security’ etc. and a cook would have been an important and welcome addition. To be fair to our crew the groups functioned really efficiently, we have heard that is not always the case. We also believe the group size was too large for best outcomes. In short, due to the personnel and the itinerary, it was a terrific and memorable safari.
- 7Days/ 6Nights Botswana Highlights Safari ( Comfort)
It was an awesome tour I'd recommend anyone to visit
- 7-day Okavango Wilderness Trail (Accommodated)
Wonderful tour provides excellent highlights of Southern Africa.