Botswana wildlife safari
Single supplement from £425 - £538.
Mimimum age 16.
Late availability on these dates: 20 Dec, 07 Mar
Description of Botswana wildlife safari
For many seasoned safari-goers, Botswana is the ultimate destination. Botswana’s firm commitment to conservation and responsible tourism, combined with well-preserved ancient migration routes and the vast Okavango Delta providing water and shelter, means that the range of animals here is astonishing. If it’s memorable moments you’re after, a Botswana wildlife safari will not disappoint.
This is a fantastic two-week trip, with a stay in the Okavango Delta bound to be a highlight. You’ll spend three nights aboard a handsomely refurbished houseboat in the delta, either sailing the river or heading out on launches, depending on water levels. Meals in the dining room, watching the sunset over the river basin through panoramic windows; sundowner cocktails on deck as you spy crocodiles and hippos floating past; exchanging greetings with fishermen passing in traditional mokoro canoes – what a way to travel.
A must-do day trip when in the Okavango Delta is a tour of the San rock paintings in the Tsodilo Hills. Thousands of rock paintings are here, a link to ancient ways of life in the region. An expert local guide will take you on a walking tour to see the rock art and understand the meanings behind it.
Moving west and leaving Botswana temporarily, Victoria Falls is on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. This natural spectacle on the Zambezi River is known as ‘the smoke that thunders’, and there are many optional adventurous activities to try here, from white water rafting to helicopter flights. Back in Botswana, you’ll spend a few nights under canvas in the legendary Chobe National Park, home to some 120,000 elephants as well as an enormous cast of predators and prey species including lion, leopard, impala, and zebra. Your days will be taken up with safari drives accompanied by informative guides, while at night you’ll return to the comforts of a luxurious tented camp.
The wildlife wonders continue in Moremi Game Reserve, which is considered to contain some of the most beautiful terrain in Africa. In the northeastern section of the Okavango Delta, it is also something of a paradise for birdwatchers, with many resident and migratory species to be found. Binoculars and cameras at the ready as you again set out on a series of thrilling safari drives.
Through its use of houseboats and bush camping, this safari offers you a wonderfully immersive experience. You’ll be surrounded at all times by the sights, sounds and smells of nature, while your trip also supports many local communities through the employment of guides, drivers and accommodation teams.
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5 Reviews of Botswana wildlife safari
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025 by James Stronach
Seeing a leopard sleeping underneath a tree with its kill high up in the branches Read full reviewReviewed on 04 Dec 2024 by Jonathan White
The most memorable or exciting part of the holiday was the game viewing, in particular wild dogs and leopards. Read full reviewReviewed on 13 Nov 2024 by Beverley Mchegh
Getting up before dawn and being in the wild with the animals was the highlight. Read full reviewReviewed on 13 Oct 2023 by Kay Scoresby
On safari we saw leopards, a cheetah, elephants, zebras, ostrich family, wart hogs, a hyena, wild dogs, lions, kudos, red antelope, impalas, fish eagles and a range of birds - all close up. We were really fortunate to have Bibi as our guide as he is a brilliant tracker, driver and guide. Read full reviewReviewed on 05 Sep 2019 by Joanna Benn
Fun and relaxation on boat was the most exciting part of the holiday Read full reviewResponsible Travel
Planet
Each element of this trip contributes to being a truly immersive experience in to the natural wildlife and flora of Botswana. The accommodation is varied and is specifically chosen to blend with surroundings and leave minimal traces behind.The camping in particular allows uninterrupted access to the natural behaviours and sounds of the parks, without human interference and boundaries. Each site is respected, cleaned and rotated to ensure the future sustainability of these wonderful areas. There is very minimal waste, water is conserved and the camping is primarily off grid. It is a genuinely authentic insight in to the wilderness of Botswana.
The houseboat glides through the delta accompanied by smaller boats to nip in and out of the narrow channels. The use of smaller boats is less intrusive, less intimidating and allows for greater access to the lives of the hippos, crocodiles and abundant bird life that surround the delta and it's edges.
We have a maximum group size on this trip of 12, particularly small, which helps ensure our impact on the environment in minimal. All of the included camping meals will be prepped and cooked by the guide team prior to being enjoyed around the campfire under the stars. We use a purpose built four-wheel drive vehicle with 12 seats and excellent wildlife watching opportunity.
As a travel company we are continually looking for ways to improve and are proud to be ‘Responsible in everything we do’. Education is key, and so all staff, Tour Leaders and partnering suppliers are trained in responsible and sustainable tourism. At our Head Office, we continually strive towards a sustainable and planet-friendly working environment, including having solar panels installed and a company commitment to reducing our plastic usage.
People
We work with inspiring, knowledgeable local leaders who bring the holiday to life with their own experiences and insights in to living in Botswana. Whilst camping and on the boat we also have a local team who help with preparing and cooking delicious meals as well as setting up the camps and dissembling them after our stay. We are guided by their safety expertise with the wildlife and their passion for the natural environment and keeping the bush as pristine as it was found.There are cultural elements to the trip, including the ancient rock paintings in the Tsilodo hills, the villages that we pass through and opportunities to purchase local wares. It is our priority to always to be welcomed back wherever we visit, interact positively with the local community and provide a fair deal for all those included.
As a company we have valuable and longstanding partnerships with UK charities Toilet Twinning and Send a Cow, plus many smaller initiatives and projects around the world. We’re members of the UK travel industry body AITO because we believe it’s important to share our knowledge and experience, as well as learn from other operators.
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