Embark on the ultimate 11-night, 12-day “Long Way Round Safari Itinerary,” a truly comprehensive and fully inclusive journey that unveils the diverse wonders of Botswana and the iconic Victoria Falls. Your adventure begins in Maun with a cultural visit to Shorobe village before heading to Losika Elephant Camp in the Southern Okavango for two nights of classic game drives in the concession and Moremi Game Reserve. From there, traverse to the surreal Makgadikgadi Salt Pans for two nights at a luxury mobile camp, with an afternoon safari in Nxai Pan National Park, offering unique desert landscapes and wildlife.
The journey continues to Kasane, where two nights along the Chobe Riverfront include a spectacular sunset cruise amidst Africa’s largest elephant herds, followed by a full-day excursion to the majestic Victoria Falls. Delve deeper into Botswana’s wild heart with two nights in the predator-rich Savuti and two nights in the remote Mababe wilderness, experiencing thrilling mobile safaris in these untamed areas. The grand finale brings you back to Losika Elephant Camp via a scenic game drive through Moremi and a boating safari at Xakanaxa, culminating in a luxurious last night before your departure from Maun. This meticulously crafted itinerary ensures unparalleled wildlife encounters, authentic cultural experiences, and seamless travel throughout.
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Day 2: Losika Elephant Camp
Losika Elephant Camp offers a premier safari experience with luxury tents, en-suite bathrooms, and a truly immersive wildlife experience in one of Botswana’s prime wildlife areas. This intimate camp provides fully inclusive services, including meals, drinks, and tailored safari activities.
Day 3: Nxai Pans National Park
Day 4: Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Morning and afternoon game drives across the pans, taking in the remarkable landscape and wildlife.
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are a marvel of natural beauty. Experience the vast, windswept expanses of salt as far as the eye can see, known for their solitude and magnificent skies. The pans also provide a unique opportunity for game viewing, with zebra, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife frequenting this region.
Day 5: Transfer to Kasane
Chobe Riverfront is one of the world’s most famous wildlife regions, home to large elephant herds and abundant game. The river offers unrivaled safari experiences with remarkable boat cruises, bringing you up close to wildlife.
Day 6: Victoria Falls Excursion
Victoria Falls – one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – offers a breathtaking spectacle of mist, rainbows, and the thundering roar of water cascading over cliffs. The falls are a truly humbling experience for any visitor.
Day 7: Chobe to Savuti
Day 8: Savuti Luxury Mobile Safari Camp
Savuti – A wild, untouched area rich in game, including lion and buffalo, known for its unpredictable water sources and dramatic landscapes. The region is an ideal destination for predator-prey interactions.
Day 9: Savuti to Mababe
Day 10: Mababe Luxury Mobile Camp
Mababe is a remote wilderness area that offers intimate game viewing in the heart of Africa’s natural beauty. The camp’s secluded location allows for an exclusive safari experience, with lush landscapes and rich wildlife.
Day 11: Mababe to Losika via Khwai & Xakanaxa
Day 12: Return to Maun
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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.
