Discover Botswana in Comfort
This 12-day itinerary combines safaris, river landscapes and charming lodges to explore Botswana’s key ecosystems as well as the Caprivi Strip in Namibia.
This self-drive journey allows you to enjoy the freedom of a road trip while staying in comfortable accommodations and taking part in safari activities organised by the lodges.
It is an ideal balance between independence and comfort, offering a smooth and varied introduction to Botswana.
Itinerary Overview
Maun (1 night)
Arrival in Botswana and collection of your 4x4 vehicle.
Khwai (2 nights)
Stay in an authentic lodge including guided safaris and mokoro excursions along the Khwai River.
Maun (1 night)
Return to Maun before heading towards the Okavango Panhandle.
Shakawe, Okavango Panhandle (1 night)
Discover the western part of the Okavango, where the river opens into vast lagoons bordered by papyrus.
Caprivi Strip (4 nights)
Stay across two regions of the Caprivi, offering safaris, boat cruises and excellent birdwatching along the rivers.
Chobe River Front (2 nights)
Return to Botswana to explore the Chobe region, famous for its elephants and river safaris.
Highlights of This Botswana Journey
- Combination of Botswana’s key regions and the Caprivi Strip
- Guided safaris and mokoro excursions in the Khwai region
- River landscapes and preserved nature in the Caprivi
- Exceptional elephant viewing in the Chobe region
- A well-balanced road trip between independence and organised
How to travel ?
Self-drive in a 4x4 vehicle on generally well-maintained roads, connecting Botswana’s main regions and the Caprivi.
The itinerary combines independent driving with safari activities organised by the lodges.
This itinerary can be adjusted according to your travel duration and interests.
Ideal for
- A first trip to Botswana
- Travellers looking for autonomy with comfort
- A road trip as a couple, with family or friends
- Travellers wishing to combine safari and river landscapes
Estimated Budget for This 12-Day Botswana Itinerary
From €3,770 per person – based on 2 travellers *
(double occupancy – excluding international and domestic flights)
Included in this itinerary
- Rental of a 4x4 vehicle
- 11 nights in lodges with breakfast
- 2 lunches and 6 dinners
- 2 safaris and 2 mokoro excursions in Khwai
- 1 game drive and 1 boat cruise on the Chobe River
- 24/7 assistance throughout the journey
Optional activities
- Guided safaris (4x4 or walking) in the Caprivi
- Boat cruises or mokoro excursions on Caprivi rivers
- Day trip to Victoria Falls
Flexible itinerary
This itinerary can be adjusted according to your travel duration and interests.
Options include:
- Replacing Khwai with a fly-in stay in the Okavango Delta
- Extending the trip to Victoria Falls
- Adding a stop in the Makgadikgadi Pans
* Prices vary depending on the number of travellers, season and accommodation level.
Rates are based on exchange rates at the time of quotation.
Family-friendly itineraries can be tailored according to children’s ages.
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