Botswana Highlights

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Day 1

From Maun Airport you will fly to Camp Moremi on the stunning Xakanaxa Lagoon. The lagoon is towards the east of Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta and in the Moremi Game Reserve area.

Day 2

Explore the lagoon by motorboat, and delve into the Okavango Delta’s myriad channels, which are home to a fantastic array of bird life and other animals. There is also the chance to take 4WD game drives to discover more of the region’s wildlife.

Day 3

Take the early morning transfer by boat to Xugana Island Lodge, right in the heart of the Okavango Delta, arriving in time for a late breakfast. You will stay at waterfront lodge for two nights, surrounded by the Xugana Lagoon, one of the most spectacular spots in the entire delta.

Day 4

Explore the delta by traditional mokoro dug-out canoe or by motorboat. Other activities include nature walks, fishing and wildlife tracking on some of the area’s larger islands.

Day 5

Join an activity this morning and brunch at the lodge, then head for Xugana airstrip to catch the onward flight to Savute Safari Lodge.

Day 6

There will be a full day of activities at Savute Safari Lodge, which is set on the banks of the now-dry Savute Channel. Take a 4WD game drive to explore the area and visit the Savute Marsh at Gubatsa Hills with their ancient rock paintings.

Day 7

Take breakfast at the lodge and then return to Main Airport by air.