Grand Botswana
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Start off in the lush wetlands of the Okavango, the world's largest inland delta, and traverse its winding channels, palm-fringed islands and wide, grassy floodplains in search of unforgettable encounters on game drives and mokoro cruises. Explore one of the most renowned wilderness areas in Africa, Chobe National Park, starting with the arid open spaces of the Savute corridor and moving to the de
Detailed Itinerary
This safari begins at Maun Airport in Botswana and ends at Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe or Livingstone Airport in Zambia.

Day 1 & 2: Okavango Delta
Upon arrival at Maun Airport you will be met by a representative from &Beyond and directed onto a light aircraft flight that will take you to the lodge or camp of your choice in the Okavango Delta. Spend two nights at Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge in a thatched cottage under a cool canopy of forest. Explore your surroundings on daily game drives, bush walks, river cruises and mokoro excursions or indulge in bird watching and stargazing. For relaxation there is a hammock, which sways in the trees outside the main living area, and a shaded plunge pool.

Alternatively, relax for two nights at Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp in an elegant safari tent on a wooden deck. Enjoy your choice of daily adventures, including meandering along the floodplains of the Delta by mokoro, exploring the deeper channels by motor boat, nature walks accompanied by a professional guide or tracking game by open 4x4 safari vehicle in the mopane forests and open grasslands. The added highlight of an evening game drive by spotlight assures you of the most complete lodge experience in Botswana.

Day 3 & 4: Okavango Delta
While away the day at your leisure until it is time for your short light aircraft flight to Xudum Airstrip, where you will be met by a representative from the lodge or camp of your choice for an exciting game drive en route to your lodge or camp. A luxury safari suite with en-suite facilities and plunge pool will be your home for the next two nights at Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge. Explore the watery wonderland on game drives, night drives, power boat adventures, guided walks and mokoro excursions.

Alternatively, enjoy two nights at Xaranna Okavango Tented Camp in a luxury tent with en-suite facilities, sala and plunge pool. Game drives, night drives, power boat adventures, guided walks and mokoro excursions are sure to entrance and amaze you. Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge is set in a private wilderness concession of 25 000 hectares to the southeast of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve in the centre of one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta. Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species.

Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp is set in a private wilderness concession of 25 000 hectares (61 800 acres) to the southeast of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve in the centre of one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta. Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species.

Day 5 & 6: Savute
A light aircraft flight will take you to a remote corner of Chobe for your two nights at Savute Under Canvas, with its semi-arid vegetation. Accommodation is in a luxury en-suite tent at a private campsite. Daily game drives and walking safaris offer ample opportunity to track the abundant wildlife.
Savute, a remote and wild corner of the Chobe National Park, is situated south of the Chobe River. This is an area of open savannah grassland through which a seasonal river used to spill out into a marsh. It last flowed in the 1980s. Today, the channel and marsh are usually dry except after heavy rains, but several artificial waterholes offer breathtaking wildlife viewing. The landscape of Savute, with its almost desert-like feeling, is strikingly different from the lush Chobe riverfront. Sizable numbers of elephant bulls are invariably present at Savute and close encounters with these great pachyderms are commonplace. In the wet season, large herds of zebra and tsessebe feed on the Savute plains.

During the rainy season, Savute is home to the annual zebra migration, which peaks in January and February when the zebra and wildebeest congregate in vast numbers to graze on the sweeter grasses brought on by the rains. It is not uncommon to also catch sight of leopard, cheetah and African wild dog.

Savute also supports the greatest concentration of the king of all beasts - the lion. Savute is also a famous battleground for lion and spotted hyena whose ongoing fight for dominance has been captured in the brilliant National Geographic documentary film Eternal Enemies filmed by Deryck and Beverly Joubert.

Day 7 & 8: Chobe National Park
Take a light aircraft flight to Kasane Airport, followed by a drive to Chobe Chilwero, where a luxury cottage awaits for two nights stay. Professional guides lead game drives in open 4x4 game safari vehicles and water safaris by motorboat. Day excursions to Victoria Falls may be arranged at an additional cost.

Day 9 & 10: Matetsi Private Game Reserve
Travel to Matetsi Water Lodge by road, clearing customs and immigration en route. Watch the mighty Zambezi River rolling by for the next two nights in a spacious suite on the shady river bank. Go in search of the abundant wildlife on morning game drives and discover the exciting nocturnal world of the carnivores on thrilling night drives. Track game coming down to the river to drink on guided bush walks or admire them from the smooth waters on sunset boat cruises or from a canoe. Try your hand at catching the fierce tiger fish or any of the varied species that inhabit the Zambezi.

Alternatively

Enjoy two nights at Sussi & Chuma in a twin bedded tree house. Enjoy your choice of four adventures, including game drives in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park in open 4x4 safari vehicles, guided walks and a visit the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls.

Day 11: Victoria Falls or Livingstone - Departure
Travel to Victoria Falls Airport or Livingstone Airport by road as you start your return journey back to the UK.

οΎ Please ask about the extension options to this itinerary or add more nights at any location

Tour Pricing
Each of our tours is individually priced at the time of your enquiry to ensure that you benefit from the most current special offer airfares and accommodation rates. Please contact us either by e-mail or telephone quoting the tour and your preferred travel dates and we will respond with our most competitive quote.
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Accommodation For Grand Botswana
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge, Okavango Delta
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge is set in a private concession of 8 000 hectares (19 800 acres) on the south-eastern border of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve, in one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta. Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species. Predators from the adjacent Moremi, renowned for its wildlife sightings, often cross into the Sandibe concession.

Located in northern Botswana, the Okavango River is a unique natural phenomenon - flowing more than 1 000 km (620 miles) from its source in Angola, this river disappears beneath the sands of Botswana, creating a lush inland delta in the midst of this otherwise arid country. The Okavango Delta is in a constant state of flux, expanding and contracting according to the rainy season. While some parts of the Delta remain permanently flooded, others are only deluged during the rainy season from May to September.

Covering approximately one third of the Delta, permanent swamp areas are lush and green, with groves of wild date palm, papyrus and water lilies growing around deep lagoons lined with riverine forest. Seasonal swamps, on the other hand, contain a network of small channels cutting their way through papyrus and reed beds to create islands of all shapes and sizes. As the floodwaters recede, the islands grow large until, eventually, water only remains in depressions in the landscape, which turns into open grassland. more...
Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp
Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp is set in a private concession of 8,000 hectares (19 800 acres) to the southeast of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve in the centre of one of the most unique regions in the world, the Okavango Delta. Renowned for its lush waterways and abundant wildlife, the Okavango is home to a number of aquatic and land species. Located in northern Botswana, the Okavango River is a unique natural phenomenon - flowing more than 1 000 km (620 miles) from its source in Angola, this river disappears beneath the sands of Botswana, creating a lush inland delta in the midst of this otherwise arid country. The Okavango Delta is in a constant state of flux, expanding and contracting according to the rainy season. While some parts of the Delta remain permanently flooded, others are only deluged during the rainy season from May to September. Covering approximately one third of the Delta, permanent swamp areas are lush and green, with groves of wild date palm, papyrus and water lilies growing around deep lagoons lined with riverine forest. Seasonal swamps, on the other hand, contain a network of small channels cutting their way through papyrus and reed beds to create islands of all shapes and sizes. Nxabega is located in riverine forest on the channels and lagoons of the southern, seasonal part of the Delta. more...
Xudum Delta Lodge
Xudum Delta Lodge
Experience the freedom and exhilaration of the Okavango Delta at Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge, with its unique rooftop hideouts in each of nine private safari suites.

Overlooking a sparkling lagoon, the earthy glamour of this striking Lodge provides the perfect counterpoint to the natural bounty of this riverside wilderness. A strong but playful recycled theme provides unusual accents at every turn.

Explore the intricate watery canals by mokoro or traverse the golden grasslands in search of the Big Five by vehicle, retreating to the contemporary comfort of your suite by night.

Cuddle up in the large outdoor cane lounger and watch the sun go down over the Delta. more...
Savute under Canvas
Savute under Canvas, Chobe National Park
Spend nights under canvas close to nature in the wilderness of the African night. Secluded campsites near the watering holes of Savute provide a base for up close and personal adventure and discovery.

Carefully positioned as close as possible to the resident game, enjoy the simplicity of camping in one of the top wilderness areas in the world.

Camps move to a different site every five or six days, ensuring that game drives always explore a new area. This is a true African experience, with campsites in remote areas where guests can expect to see few other people or vehicles.
Chobe Chilwero
Chobe Chilwero
Nestled in the picturesque surrounds of the Kasane Forest Reserve is Chobe Chilwero, a luxurious haven that promises spectacular game viewing opportunities and outstanding service. Its 15 air conditioned, thatched suites offer guests elegant creature comforts, such as a gracious en-suite bathroom (which includes a sunken, handcrafted bath), indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace and a private garden overlooking the Chobe River. The Lodge's restaurant provides sumptuous gourmet menus, which offer an eclectic blend of Western and African ingredients - dishes are accompanied by a flavoursome vintage wine from the well stocked cellar. Guests can also relax in the cosy sitting room or in the library. A swimming pool, boutique store and communications centre are available for guests' enjoyment. Activities include game drives in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle, a water boat safari, sun-downer cruises on the river and day trips to Victoria Falls. more...
Matetsi Water Lodge
Matetsi Water Lodge
Matetsi Water Lodge is situated 40 kilometres upstream from the magnificent Victoria Falls in the largest private wildlife concession in the country. Matetsi offers a first class river experience in addition to spectacular game viewing and bird watching. The lodge offers exclusive safari accommodation as well as breathtaking views over the Zambezi River, the perfect hide-away for a honeymoon or private retreat. Matetsi has something for everyone, from romantic sunset cruises to exciting activities for the more adventurous guests at the nearby Victoria Falls. more...