Cuckoo Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival & Chobe National Park Experience

Arrival & Chobe National Park Experience

You will be picked up at 08:30 from your lodge in Kasane or transferred from Victoria Falls or Livingstone to begin your Botswana wilderness safari adventure.

Your first activity is a relaxing and wildlife-rich boat cruise along the Chobe River, widely regarded as one of Africa’s finest river safari experiences. During the 3-hour cruise, you may encounter large elephant herds swimming across the river, hippos, crocodiles basking on the riverbanks, buffalo, and an incredible variety of birdlife.

After the cruise, enjoy a buffet lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge before heading into Chobe National Park for an afternoon game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. Chobe is renowned for its incredible concentration of wildlife, especially elephants and predators.

As the sun sets, continue to your fully serviced mobile campsite located inside the wilderness area where your safari team will welcome you with dinner around the campfire.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park
Best Time To Visit April to October (Best at the riverfront area)
High Season July to October (The park gets crowded)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Chobe NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Chobe NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Full Day Safari in Chobe National Park

Full Day Safari in Chobe National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the diverse habitats of Chobe National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

Chobe National Park is famous for having one of the largest elephant populations in Africa, and the riverfront area attracts abundant wildlife throughout the year. During your safari drives, your guide will track animals and explain the fascinating behaviors of the region’s wildlife and ecosystem.

You may encounter:

Large elephant herds
Lions and buffalo
Giraffes and zebras
Antelope species
Hyenas and jackals
Rich birdlife

Enjoy breaks at scenic locations within the park while taking in the sounds and beauty of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Chobe National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Chobe NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Transfer to Savuti – Western Chobe Region

Transfer to Savuti – Western Chobe Region

After breakfast, depart Chobe and journey south through remote wilderness areas toward Savuti, one of Botswana’s most famous safari destinations.

The transfer itself becomes an exciting game drive as you travel through changing landscapes filled with wildlife. Savuti is well known for its dramatic predator interactions and seasonal wildlife movements.

The region is particularly famous for:

Lion prides
Hyenas and leopards
Elephant bulls
Zebra migrations
The mysterious Savuti Channel

After lunch, continue with an afternoon game drive before arriving at your mobile camp in the Savuti area.

Spend the evening relaxing around the campfire while listening to the distant sounds of the African bush.

Main Destination:
Savuti (Chobe NP)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Savuti (Chobe NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Savuti Exploration

Savuti Exploration

Today is spent exploring the legendary Savuti Marsh and surrounding wilderness areas.

Savuti is one of Botswana’s top predator regions and offers exceptional opportunities to witness natural wildlife interactions. Your guide will search for lions, leopards, hyenas, and other wildlife while sharing insights into the ecology of the region.

Depending on time and conditions, there may also be an opportunity to visit the ancient Bushmen rock paintings, which provide a glimpse into the area’s cultural history.

As the day comes to an end, enjoy another spectacular African sunset before returning to camp for dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:
Savuti (Chobe NP)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Savuti (Chobe NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Savuti to Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)

Savuti to Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)

After breakfast, depart Savuti and continue toward the spectacular Moremi Game Reserve, situated within the world-famous Okavango Delta.

The journey offers excellent game viewing opportunities as you travel through remote wilderness landscapes. Moremi is known for its combination of floodplains, lagoons, forests, and open grasslands, making it one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas.

Upon arrival at camp, settle into your tent and enjoy some relaxation time while surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the Delta wilderness.

Your guide will provide a safari briefing and outline the activities planned for the following day.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)
Best Time To Visit July to October (Best wildlife viewing)
High Season July to October (Higher rates apply but it’s not busy)
Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Moremi GR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
White RhinoVery Rare
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Moremi Safari & Mokoro Excursion

Moremi Safari & Mokoro Excursion

Begin the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Moremi Game Reserve offers outstanding opportunities to see elephants, lions, wild dogs, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, and numerous antelope species.

After returning to camp for breakfast and relaxation, enjoy a traditional mokoro excursion in the Khwai region of the Okavango Delta (subject to water levels).

Glide silently through the Delta’s narrow waterways in a dugout canoe while your local poler guides you through reed-lined channels. This peaceful activity offers a completely different safari perspective and allows close-up viewing of:

Water birds
Frogs and aquatic life
Delta vegetation
Small wildlife along the waterways

Return to camp in the late afternoon for dinner and your final evening in the wilderness.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Departure to Maun

Departure to Maun

Enjoy a relaxed morning in camp with breakfast before the safari team prepares for departure.

You will then travel toward Maun with a final game drive en route, offering one last opportunity to spot wildlife along the way. A refreshment stop will be made during the journey.

Arrival in Maun will be scheduled according to your onward flight arrangements from Maun International Airport.

Main Destination:
Maun Airport (Maun)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
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