Name: Best of Botswana
Brand: Discover Africa
SKU: best-of-botswana
Price: 6330 USD
Availability: InStock

Is the Waterways & Wilderness, An Okavango Safari for Me?

This unforgettable Botswana safari experience invites you into the heart of the Okavango Delta, one of Africa’s last true wildernesses. Over four nights, you’ll explore two distinct and complementary ecosystems from the comfort of Ker & Downey Botswana’s award-winning camps: Kanana and Shinde.

Together, Kanana and Shinde showcase the magic of Botswana’s wilderness: the serene beauty of the Delta’s waterways, the thrill of close wildlife encounters, and the rhythm of safari life far from the modern world. Whether you’re following leopard tracks at dawn or sipping wine beneath a sky filled with stars, this safari offers a rich and immersive journey through one of Africa’s most celebrated conservation areas.

Your 5-Day Itinerary

The safari starts in Maun. You are met at the airport and assisted for the check in of the local flight to your lodge.

Your adventure begins as you touch down on the Kanana airstrip after a scenic flight from Maun. On arrival, your guide welcomes you and whisks you away through the bush to camp. After settling into your spacious, canvas tent, you have time to relax on your private deck with a view over the wetlands. That afternoon, you head out on your first safari—perhaps a gentle mokoro excursion through lily-dappled channels (water level dependent) or a guided walk in search of rare birds. As the sun sets, you return to camp for a candlelit dinner beneath the stars.

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: Local brands (spirits, wine and beers) included

Activities: Included

Transport: Transfers and local flights included

You wake to the sounds of the Delta coming alive: distant hippos grunting, the call of fish eagles echoing overhead. After a light breakfast, you head out for your morning game viewing activity. Your guide shares insights into the Delta’s seasonal rhythms and the intricate ecosystems of this watery paradise. Later, enjoy brunch back at camp and some time to rest. In the afternoon, a game drive offers the chance to spot lechwe bounding through the shallows and elephants feeding at the water’s edge. Return to camp for a delicious dinner under the stars.

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: Local brands (spirits, wine and beers) included

Activities: Included

Transport: Transfers and local flights included

After breakfast, you bid farewell to Kanana and board a short flight to Shinde Camp, your home for the next two nights. From the air, the patchwork of lagoons, islands, and channels is breathtaking. On arrival, you’re met by your Shinde guide and taken to camp, where the elevated walkways and tranquil lagoon views immediately captivate. That afternoon, you embark on a game drive through the woodlands, where you might encounter lion, giraffe, and the elusive leopard. The evening brings a warm fire, gourmet dining, and the sounds of the bush as your nighttime soundtrack.

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: Local brands (spirits, wine and beers) included

Activities: Included

Transport: Transfers and local flights included

Today is another day of exploration. Rise early for a sunrise game drive, perhaps catching a pack of wild dogs on the move or watching a pride of lions as they finish a night’s hunt. Return for breakfast, followed by a leisurely mokoro outing or motorboat cruise through the lagoons—perfect for photography and quiet observation. In the afternoon, you might opt for a walk with your guide, learning about the tracks and signs of the Delta, or experience a night drive revealing a different world: bush babies, genets, and other nocturnal creatures come to life.

Includes & excludes

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: Local brands (spirits, wine and beers) included

Activities: Included

Transport: Transfers and local flights included

On your final morning, savor one last sunrise and a relaxed breakfast before your transfer back to the airstrip. As your flight lifts off, you watch the Delta stretch out beneath you—its stillness, its life, and its beauty etched into your memory long after you’ve left.

Your safari ends in Maun where you can connect with your own flight. Or chat with us should you wish to extend your safari to another region, or hop to Victoria Falls or Cape Town for a few days to relax.

Every itinerary can be crafted to your needs, from adjusting the length of your stay to including different accommodation and refining the route. Your safari is yours, shaped around your idea of a dream experience.

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Right from the initial enquiry we were given useful advice on the type of trip to do in Botswana in February, the booking was handled efficiently, and all contact was of a friendly and courteous nature. We had some issues with our international flights, but our consultant (Judy Burrows) helped us to resolve these despite not having been involved in the booking process.

The safari itself ran very smoothly, from being met off our flight and assisted through the airport in Maun by representatives of the charter flight company (Moremi), through all the transfers between camps, and a final meet and transfer to our hotel at the end of our trip. The camps were all of an excellent standard, and we had many memorable sightings of animals and birds. The guides were very knowledgeable and skilled at tracking predators in particular.

The food was excellent, and rooms comfortable and clean. It was good to see that the safari company (Kwando) employed mainly local people at all levels including management, and the inclusion of a short session of singing and dancing by camp staff before dinner one night was a highlight of the holiday.

I would definitely use Discover Africa again for future trips.

"Discover Africa took my husband's outline of where we were interested in travelling and turned it into a fantastic trip. Diane at Discover Africa recommended the lodges we stayed at in South Africa, Zambia, and Botswana, and all were first-rate...."

Jan, United States · 27 Oct 2024 ·

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"Fellow travelers, I had not a worry ! as the itinerary went so went our adventure! From the Drivers to the Hotel staff to the small aircraft pilots! Wonderful! Always there to make our travels smooth and refreshing ! I..."

Xenia, United States · 11 Nov 2022 ·

"Right from the initial enquiry we were given useful advice on the type of trip to do in Botswana in February, the booking was handled efficiently, and all contact was of a friendly and courteous nature. We had some issues..."

Heather, United Kingdom · 21 Feb 2020 ·

"The trip was fantastic. Megan was great to work with. We didn't really know what to expect but were surprised with the amenities of the lodges and the uniqueness of the safaris. All of the guides and service staff were..."

Payal, United States · 23 Nov 2018 ·

"Working with Megan from Discover Africa to setup our safari was a breeze. She manage to get us to all of the locations we wanted to get to and the camps we wanted to visit. She was incredibly responsive and..."

Jon, United States · 15 Jun 2017 ·

"My trip last August to Botswana was arranged by Discover Africa and I couldn't have chosen better. Everything was well organized and I didn't have to worry about anything. The safari tour was far beyong expectations; the accommodation was superb,..."

Debby, Spain · 5 Jun 2015 ·