GIRAFFE'S JOURNEY, LUXURY CAMPING SAFARI - 8 Nights

Day 1 – 3: Mababe, Comfortable Camping

Your safari adventure begins in Maun, where your guide will meet you at Maun Airport at 14:30. From there, you'll embark on a drive to Mababe. Your first night in Mababe will offer a taste of the incredible experiences ahead.

Arrive at camp just in time for sunset and immerse yourself in the beauty and sounds of this wilderness. Nestled between the southern section of Chobe National Park, Khwai, and the Moremi wildlife areas, Mababe boasts a rich mix of habitats. The winding river channel attracts diverse wildlife during the dry season and thrives with lush grasses after the rains. Acacia woodlands provide shade during the heat of the day, often sheltering herds of elephants, buffalo, and other game species.

Enjoy early morning and afternoon game drives for the best opportunities to witness the raw beauty of this unique area. A night drive offers an entirely different perspective, revealing nocturnal wildlife that thrives under the cover of darkness.

Mababe is part of a private concession managed by the local community. With controls in place to limit visitor numbers, this pristine wilderness offers a truly exclusive experience.
(Meals: D on Day 1; B, L, D on Days 2 and 3)

Travel distance: Maun to Mababe – 2.5–3 hours (120 km)

Day 4 – 6: Moremi, Comfortable Camping

The journey continues as you travel to the renowned Moremi Game Reserve. Along the way, stop for a picnic lunch before a relaxed game drive leads you to your private campsite, where you'll stay for the next three nights. Moremi is a stunning mosaic of waterways, lagoons, floodplains, pans, riverine forests, and woodlands. Its diverse habitats create excellent opportunities for both game viewing and birdwatching.

Daily game drives will reveal the reserve's secrets, offering breathtaking encounters with wildlife. On the second day of your stay, explore the deep water channels of Moremi on a three-hour boat excursion, subject to water levels and environmental conditions. (Meals: B, L, D)

Travel distance: Mababe to Moremi – 90 km, full-day leisurely journey

Day 7 – 8: Okavango Delta - Private Island, Stylish Expedition Tented Camp

Your adventure takes you to the edge of the Okavango Delta, near the Gomoti River. Here, you'll meet local polers with their traditional mekoro (dugout canoes). Glide quietly along the serene river channels and floodplains, soaking in the spectacular landscape of this unique ecosystem. Over two days, you'll explore the Delta with mokoro excursions and guided nature walks, immersing yourself in the tranquility of this remarkable environment. (Meals: B, L, D)

Travel distance: Moremi to Okavango Delta – 90 km, approximately 5 hours (transfer and game drive)

Day 9: Departure – Maun Airport

On your final day, leave the Okavango Delta behind and journey back to Maun. A game drive along the way provides one last chance to spot elusive wildlife. You'll arrive in Maun around 12:00, where your guide will drop you off at the airport or your pre-booked lodge. For those interested, we can arrange post-tour accommodations and activities at an additional cost.
(Meals: B)

Travel distance: Okavango Delta to Maun – 75 km, 2–2.5 hours

Type of Safari

Small Group Mobile Camping Safari

Max 12 people

 

Accommodation style

Fully Serviced Dome Tent with En-Suite Facilities

 

Although this is labeled as a "Camping" trip is is far from the picture camping brings to mind, as this style of safari does not require any form of participation. Tents are 3 x 3 meter dome-type-with En-Suite Facilities. They are big enough so that someone can stand inside. These tents are made from durable rip-stop canvas and have sewn-in groundsheets. They come equipped with sturdy camp beds, mattresses, fitted sheets, pillow, pillowcases and duvets. Other equipment used on safari to enhance guests comfort are camping basins, washstands, hot water bucket showers and water-based toilets. Safari style fold-up chairs and large tables are provided (all meals eaten from the table).  The Back-up team does all the cooking, cleaning and setting-up and breaking camp, so the difficult aspect of camping is taken away! This setup allows guests to get as close to nature, wilderness, plants and animals as possible. The essence is not to insulate guests from the very things they have come to see. In many cases, the camping aspect of this style of safaris are what guests remember most, due to the use of private sites which allow guests unparalleled closeness to the wild.

 

Duration

6 Nights / 7 days

 

Countries

Botswana

Included

• Use of specially modified 4×4 vehicles.

• Professional Guide and Back-Up Crew.

• All camping on a serviced basis in private campsites.

• Camping equipment.

• Meals as specified (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner).

• Local bevrages, water, beer, wine & select cooldrinks

• Accommodation on a shared basis.

• Botswana National Parks and Game Reserves entrance fees.

 

Excluded

• Travel insurance [essential]

• Any gratuities, any personal expenses, visa fees, departure taxes.

• Pre and Post Transfers.

 

Vehicle

4x4 safari vehicle

• Open Vehicle Gamedrives in all National Parks and Reserves.

Please send us info on the safari/s you are interested in, your preferred dates, how many adults and children [+ ages] and we will come back to you with a details and availability.

 

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