PACKAGE #17

SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS

This 8-night, 9-day “Southern Okavango, Moremi, Khwai, and Mababe Explorer” safari is a deep dive into Botswana’s most celebrated and diverse wilderness areas. Your adventure begins in Maun, with a cultural stop at Shorobe Village before transferring to Losika Elephant Camp in the vibrant Southern Okavango. For three nights, you’ll extensively explore the NG35 private concession and the renowned Moremi Game Reserve, a hotspot for predators and plains game.

The journey continues with a full-day game drive transfer through Moremi to the Khwai Community Concession, including an optional boating excursion at Xakanaxa. In Khwai, you’ll spend two nights at Saguni Safari Lodge, experiencing thrilling game drives, seasonal mokoro trips, and diverse ecosystems. The expedition then transforms into an intimate mobile safari for two nights in the untamed Mababe Depression, a wilderness renowned for large elephant and buffalo herds, and exciting predator encounters. This fully inclusive package combines varied landscapes, exceptional wildlife viewing, and personalized guiding, culminating with a charter flight back to Maun, offering an unforgettable and immersive exploration of Botswana’s wild heart.

Key Information

Arrival in Maun – Losika Elephant Camp

Day 1: Arrival in Maun – Losika Elephant Camp

  • Meet & Greet at Maun International Airport
  • Cultural immersion at Shorobe Village en route
  • Game drive transfer into the Southern Okavango to Losika Elephant Camp

Day 2 & 3: Exploring Losika Elephant Camp and Moremi Game Reserve

  • Morning and afternoon game drives across NG35 private concession and Moremi Game Reserve
  • Encounters with predators, plains game, and exceptional birding opportunities.

Southern Okavango:
A vibrant gateway to the Delta, where seasonal floodplains blend with woodlands, teeming with elephants, giraffe, and predators. Southern Okavango offers an authentic safari experience, rich in biodiversity and scenic variety.

Moremi Game Reserve:
Celebrated as one of Africa’s most beautiful reserves, Moremi combines floodplains, lagoons, and savannah in a spectacular mosaic. Wild dog packs, leopards, buffalo, and elephants roam freely in this pristine landscape.

Journey to Khwai via Xakanaxa

Day 4: 

  • Full-day game drive transfer through Moremi Game Reserve with picnic meals en route.
  • Boating excursion at Xakanaxa, exploring reed-fringed lagoons and secret hippo pools.
  • Continue by game drive to Khwai Community Concession.
  • Overnight: Saguni Safari Lodge – Forest Tent (Fully Inclusive

Day 5: Exploring Khwai

  • Early morning game drive in the Khwai floodplains and woodlands – a hotspot for predators, elephants, and a dazzling variety of birds.
  • Leisurely lunch and rest at the lodge.
  • Afternoon mokoro excursion (seasonal, water levels permitting) – a peaceful and traditional Delta experience.
  • Late afternoon game drive, with opportunities to encounter nocturnal species.

Khwai Community Concession:
Bordering Moremi, Khwai offers an exceptional safari experience with abundant wildlife, free-roaming predators, and rich ecosystems. As a community-managed area, Khwai also supports local livelihoods and conservation, creating a unique and meaningful safari setting.

Transfer to Mababe Mobile Safari

Day 6: Mobile Safari Adventure Begins

  • Early morning game drive (time permitting) followed by breakfast.
  • Game drive transfer to Mababe Luxury Mobile Camp.

Day 7: Full Day Exploration of Mababe

  • Early morning game drive across Mababe’s open plains and riverine habitats.
  • Return to camp for brunch and time to relax.
  • Afternoon game drive tracking the movements of predators and large herds.

Mababe Mobile Safari:
Immerse yourself in Botswana’s wild beauty within the Mababe Depression and along the Khwai River. This pristine landscape of grassy plains, mopane woodlands, and seasonal floodplains attracts extraordinary concentrations of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, and – with luck – rarer species such as sable and roan antelope.

The mobile camp is carefully positioned along the banks of the Khwai River, offering breathtaking views and a tranquil, remote setting. Guests stay in spacious mini-Meru tents with en-suite facilities, blending rustic charm with comfort. Gather around the communal fire under the stars each evening, sharing stories and savoring meals prepared by a dedicated bush chef.

Return Journey to Maun

Day 8:

  • Early morning breakfast at camp.
  • Game drive transfer back towards Khwai.
  • Charter flight from Khwai to Maun International Airport for your onward journey.

SET DEPARTURE DATES - 2025/2026

MARCH

START

1st

12th

22nd

END

8th

19th

29th

April

START

2nd

12th

23rd

END

9th

19th

30th 

MAY

START

3rd

14th

24th

END

10th

21st

31st

JUNE

START

4th

14th

25th

END

11th 

21st

2nd July

JULY

START

5th

16th

26th

END

12th

23rd

2nd Aug

AUGUST

START

6th

16th

27th

END

13th

23rd

3rd Sept

SEPTEMBER

START

8th

17th

27th

END

15th

24th

4th Oct

OCTOBER

START

6th

15th

25th

END

13th

22nd

1st Nov

NOVEMBER

START

3rd

12th

22nd

END

10th 

19th

29th

What's included

  • Meet & Greet service at Maun International Airport
  • Accommodation as specified
  • All meals and local beverages
  • Daily safari activities including game drives, boat excursions, mokoro trips (seasonal), and guided walks
  • Cultural visit to Shorobe Village
  • Park entrance and conservation fees
  • All road, boat, and air transfers during the safari
  • Services of professional safari guides throughout
  • Emergency evacuation insurance (guests are strongly encouraged to supplement with comprehensive travel insurance)

Not included

  • International flights
  • Compulsory travel and medical  insurance
  • Tips

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What sets us apart

Crafted not from office desks but from decades of firsthand bush experience, our safaris are designed to reflect the true soul of Africa. Each element – from the lodges we select to the routes we follow – is chosen for its authenticity, character, and ability to deliver real value.

We don’t aim for opulence. We aim for the unforgettable. No surprises, no hidden extras – just exceptional experiences where every detail matters. You bring your sense of adventure; we’ll take care of the rest.

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