6-Day Okavango Delta, Chobe, Makgdikdaki Salt Pans

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

Chobe National Park

Starting in Kasane, you’re right at the gateway to Chobe National Park—one of the most elephant-dense regions in Africa. The riverfront is spectacular because it combines big game viewing with birdlife, so you’re never short of action. The optional boat cruise is a gem: seeing elephants swimming across the river or hippos surfing beside your boat is unforgettable.
Accommodation: Tlou Safari lodge or similar.
Facilities: double/twin/single room with ensuite
Meals: LDBB.

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tlou Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chobe National Park

That’s a wonderfully immersive Chobe experience you’ve outlined. The rhythm of early morning game drives followed by a relaxed afternoon river safari is exactly how you maximize wildlife encounters in this park.
Morning Game Drive: Dawn is when predators are most active, so you’re likely to catch lions or leopards on the move. The cooler hours also draw elephants, giraffes, and antelopes into open areas, making sights more frequent.
Afternoon River Cruise: The Chobe River is a stage for dramatic wildlife behavior—elephants bathing, hippos surfacing, crocodiles basking, and birds swooping across the water. The golden light of late afternoon makes it a photographer’s dream.
This combination of land and water safaris gives you two very different perspectives on the same ecosystem. On land, you’re tracking movement and behavior across the bush; on water, you’re witnessing animals in their most relaxed, natural state.
Accommodation: Staying at Tlou Safari Lodge (or similar) all meals inc.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park

Accommodation:

Tlou Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nata-Makgdikgadi Salt Pans

The Makgadikgadi Pan is such a fascinating contrast to the lush waterways of the Okavango and the wildlife-rich floodplains of Chobe. Stretching across the northeastern savanna of Botswana, it’s one of the largest salt flats on Earth—an ancient remnant of Lake Makgadikgadi, which once dwarfed Switzerland in size before drying up tens of thousands of years ago.
On the Kasane to Nata route, you’d be moving from riverine landscapes into stark, shimmering salt pans. The journey itself is scenic, and by the time you arrive at Nata Lodge (or similar), you’re perfectly positioned to explore the pans. The lodge offers comfortable en-suite rooms BBLD, ideal after a day of travel
Dry season: Vast, glittering salt flats stretch endlessly, creating surreal horizons and incredible photographic opportunities.
Wet season: Rainwater turns the pans into shallow lakes, attracting thousands of migratory birds, including flamingos, pelicans, and other waterfowl. It becomes a birdwatcher’s paradise.

Main Destination:

Nata Bird Sanctuary

Accommodation:

Nata Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nata Bird Sanctuary

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Maun Town

This leg of the journey is a perfect bridge between the stark beauty of Makgadikgadi and the lush waterways of the Okavango.
Route & Drive: After breakfast, you’ll set off on a 4-hour drive from Nata to Maun, passing through Makgadikgadi National Park. Even on the road, there’s a chance to spot wildlife—antelope, elephants, and birdlife.
Lunch in Maun: Upon arrival, lunch is served, giving you time to relax.
Accommodation: Sedia Riverside Hotel (or similar) offers double, twin, or single en-suite rooms. Its riverside setting makes it a peaceful base before heading deeper into the Delta.
Optional Highlight: A scenic flight over the Okavango Delta is one of the most breathtaking experiences in Botswana. It’s a perspective that truly shows why the Delta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, ensuring you’re well-fueled for the adventure ahead.
This stop in Maun is more than just a transit point—it’s the threshold to the Okavango.

Main Destination:

Maun (City)

Accommodation:

Sedia Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Maun (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Okavango Delta / Moremi Game reserve

This is where the safari really deepens into the heart of Botswana’s wilderness.
Route & Experience: After an early breakfast, you’ll leave Maun behind and head into the Okavango Delta for a 2-day, 1-night safari. This is one of the most intimate ways to experience the Delta—immersed in its waterways, lagoons, and floodplains.
Wildlife Encounters: The Delta is prime hippo territory, and camping here brings you closer to their world than anywhere else. You’ll also spot elephants, antelope, crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birdlife. Meals are served right in the middle of the Delta.
Accommodation Options:
oCamping in the Delta: o Rustic but unforgettable—bush toilets, tents, and the sounds of the wild all around you.
oSedia Riverside Hotel (Maun):
oMoremi Game Reserve: classic savanna game drives.
Meals: (LDBB)
Included Highlight: Game drives and Delta exploration over two days, with the overnight camping option giving you the most immersive wilderness experience.

Main Destination:

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 Okavango Delta

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

Show more

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

White RhinoRare

Black RhinoVery Rare

CheetahRare

Accommodation:

Sedia Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Okavango Delta

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Maun Town End of Tour

Morning Walk: Starting the day with coffee or tea followed by a guided walk lets you experience the bush at its quietest, noticing tracks, bird calls, and smaller details often missed on game drives.
Breakfast & Transfer: After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred back to Maun, arriving around midday.
Lunch in Maun: The safari officially wraps up after lunch, but Maun is a lively hub with plenty of optional activities if you’d like to extend your stay.
Extensions:
oStay longer in Maun for cultural tours, craft markets, or additional Delta excursions.
oOpt for a scenic flight over the Okavango if you didn’t take it earlier.
oTransit back to Victoria Falls with the group—accommodation during the return journey is optional, giving you flexibility depending on your plans.
This final stage ties the adventure together: from Victoria Falls to Chobe’s elephants, Makgadikgadi’s salt pans, and the Okavango’s watery wilderness, ending in Maun—the safari capital of Botswana.

Main Destination:

Maun (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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