Bush Sands Tours & Safaris

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$2,500 pp (USD)

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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

Into the Wild Skies

Into the Wild Skies

Your adventure begins with a short, scenic transfer flight from Maun to Khwai, where you’ll glide over the winding waterways and spot wildlife from above. On arrival, settle into your tented camp and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch. In the afternoon, head out on your first game drive, where elephants, giraffes, and antelope roam freely, with the chance of predator sightings. Return for a warm dinner under starlit skies.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Best Time To Visit May 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 Khwai Concession

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoAbundant
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogOccasional
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Mokoro Magic

Mokoro Magic

After a hearty breakfast, step into a traditional mokoro canoe and glide silently along Khwai’s channels. Here, hippos grunt in the water and kingfishers flash through the reeds. Your guide shares stories of the river and its people. Return for a hot lunch and siesta before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Sundowners in the bush mark the perfect close to the day, followed by dinner and campfire storytelling.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Predators After Dark

Predators After Dark

Rise early for a morning drive through Khwai’s plains, tracking herds of elephants and prides of lions in the cool hours. After brunch and rest, enjoy a light lunch before an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, venture out on a rare night safari, spotlighting hyenas, leopards, and other elusive nocturnal animals. Return to camp for a warm dinner and the sounds of the wild surrounding your tent.

Main Destination:
Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Khwai Concession (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Into Moremi's Heart

Into Moremi's Heart

Enjoy breakfast before transferring into Moremi Game Reserve, one of Africa’s most wildlife-rich areas. On arrival at camp, relax with lunch and settle into the wilderness. The afternoon brings a game drive into floodplains and forests alive with elephants, buffalo, and dazzling birdlife. As night falls, return for dinner under lantern light and share the day’s sightings around the fire.

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:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Big Game Expedition

Big Game Expedition

After breakfast, set out on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the wild. Moremi offers some of the best opportunities to spot big cats, including leopards and cheetahs, along with endangered wild dogs. Expect herds of buffalo and elephants crossing lagoons. Return to camp in the evening for a hearty dinner and relaxed drinks under the stars.

Main Destination:
Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Moremi GR (Okavango Delta)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Wilderness to Maun

Wilderness to Maun

Wake early for your final Moremi game drive, searching for wildlife on the move at dawn. After a bush breakfast and mid-morning sightings, begin the journey back to Maun with a relaxed picnic en route. Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge. Dinner is enjoyed at leisure, giving you time to reflect on your safari memories and celebrate your final evening in Botswana.

Main Destination:
Maun (City)
Accommodation:
Sedia Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Maun (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Departure Day

Departure Day

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Maun Airport for your onward journey. If time allows, optional add-ons include a scenic flight over the Delta, a visit to a Maun cultural village, or camel rides.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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 tour is offered by Bush Sands Tours & Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.