Traverse Botswana on this idyllic itinerary, perfect for birding and photography enthusiasts. Begin in Moremi Game Reserve, an area of vastly contrasting habitats home to a prolific year-round wildlife population, before staying at a camp situated on the permanent delta for a unique water and wilderness experience. End the adventure at Makgadikgadi Pans National Park which sees an annual zebra and wildebeest migration, a definite highlight of this area!
DAYS 1 – 3
Okavango Delta
Upon arrival at Maun airport, take a short flight to Xakanaxa Airstrip before transferring to Camp Moremi for a three-night stay. Nestled in the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, a premier safari destination, Camp Moremi offers an unparalleled wilderness experience. Elegant, African-styled tents are equipped with modern amenities providing comfort amidst the wild!
Along with your knowledgeable and professional guide, embark on twice daily game drives, learning about this fascinating and diverse eco-system. Take the opportunity to experience a mokoro (canoe) trip on the delta’s tranquil waters – this serene activity offers a unique perspective on wildlife watching as you get the chance to seek out animals from the lower vantage of the waterways.
Camp Moremi
Okavango Delta & Moremi, Botswana
A luxurious safari camp nestled in nature, Camp Moremi is the perfect combination of adventure, comfort and warm, African hospitality. Nestled in lush forest in a pristine wilderness, Camp Moremi is a tranquil retreat that promises complete immersion in the enchanting local landscape. Designed to minimise its impact on the environment, 12 luxury tents blend harmoniously into the trees and offer authentic, earthy interiors, with wooden walkways linking communal spaces including a relaxed boma area and chic swimming pool. Exhilarating experiences in nature await in the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve, while back at the camp guests can expect attentive personalised service from the lodge’s fantastic staff.
Tented suites offer a relaxing, earthy ambience with canvas sides opening up to forest views and thatched roofs giving interiors an airy feel. A four-poster king-sized bed draped in mosquito nets, comfy armchairs and a writing desk join a luxurious en suite bathroom inside, while sliding glass doors open out to a private deck with woodland views – the perfect place to relax and really appreciate the nature all around.
Hearty, homemade food is served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Grab a drink at the bar before taking a seat in the communal dining space, or eat al fresco at the boma, warmed by a crackling fire and joined by the sparkling stars overhead.
With such beauty on the doorstep, guests are in for a treat at Moremi Camp. Forest, savannah, waterways and waterholes attract a huge variety of exciting wildlife, revealed on thrilling game drives and boat excursions. Look out for elephants, lions, leopards and hippos as well as a variety of birdlife on the way and soak in the serenity of one of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas.
Tranquil forest surrounds encourage guests to disconnect from everyday life and immerse themselves in nature, and with no Wi-Fi connection throughout the camp, it really is a unique opportunity to be completely present and simply enjoy the amazing location. Enjoy a post-game drive dip at the stylish swimming pool, or settle down on one of the comfortable sofas in the lounge during the day, then once the sun has set, take a seat around a warming fire in the boma and wait for the night sky above to show itself in all its glory.
Nxaragha Island
DAYS 4 – 7
Your seat in plane transfer on day four will take you from Xakanaxa to Camp Okavango Airstrip. Situated on Nxaragha Island, this eco-friendly camp is an idyllic retreat in nature. Surrounded by water and designed to blend seamlessly with the environment, this camp is a haven for bird-watchers and offers exceptional birding and catch and release fishing in season. The experience at Camp Okavango is deeply immersive, offering intimate encounters with the delta’s flora and fauna through guided nature walks. It is a perfect choice for those seeking tranquillity and adventure in equal measure.
Camp Okavango
Nxaragha Island
Camp Okavango, a unique and exclusive African safari camp situated on the remote Nxaragha Island. This hidden treasure, in the heart of the permanent Okavango Delta, assures its guests of an unparalleled year-round water wilderness experience.
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
DAYS 8 – 10
The final leg of this adventure takes you to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The park stretches from the Boteti River, in the west through an interior of scrubland and mineral-rich grasslands to the pans in the east. Arising from overflow in the Okavango River, the Boteti River is the only permanent water source for miles around. During the dry season the Boteti is a magnet for the zebras that migrate from the salt pans in the east. At the end of April early May, the first of the migrating zebra arrive closely followed closely by herds of wildebeest and ever-present predators. Spend three nights at Leroo La Tau in plush accommodation with panoramic river views.
Leroo La Tau
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Leroo La Tau is situated on the western bank of the Boteti River, which forms the boundary of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The Boteti River provides a lifeline for the wildlife which inhabit the arid national park and is a critical link in the annual zebra migration. Leroo La Tau is the perfect base from which to explore this truly unique piece of Botswana paradise.
9 NIGHTS FROM £7,499 per person
