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5 days Botswana

Waterways & Wilderness, An Okavango Safari

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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.

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From $3850 USD

$7970 USD

? Can be customised based on your budget and requirements. International flights not included.

per person sharing per tour

TRANSPORT

Transfers and local flights included

MEALS

Meals + drinks (local brands only) included

ACTIVITIES

Lodge game activities

Only excludes: International flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities
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Your 5-Day Itinerary

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.

Each lodge has been chosen for its sense of place, privacy, and quiet luxury –
where service is seamless and the views are unforgettable.

Kanana

Kanana

Kanana is tucked along the Xudum River, where the Kalahari sands surrender to the emerald embrace of the Okavango. It’s defined by the soft slap of water against a mokoro and the haunting call of the fishing eagle.

The landscape shifts with the seasons, transforming from dusty floodplains into a shimmering watery labyrinth. Whether you’re exploring the islands by foot or watching a leopard hunt, Kanana captures the untamed heartbeat of the Delta.

It has an intimate, old-world elegance. The main lodge area is tucked into a canopy of trees, and the swimming pool has panoramic views over the landscape. Each of the seven spacious twin and double-bedded safari tents is raised on a wooden pedestal, with a private deck that looks out over the floodplains and an en-suite bathroom.

The camp is 100% solar-powered, with Wi-Fi available in camp. There is a dedicated family unit with two bedrooms.

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Shinde

Shinde

Shinde is classic Botswana. It’s on the edge of a permanent lagoon, where the Delta’s crystal arteries pulse with life. It’s a place of rhythmic contrasts: the silent glide of a mokoro through papyrus-fringed channels, followed by the visceral thrill of lions on the golden floodplains.

The camp is shaded by mangosteen trees and has an understated charm, blending 1970s safari nostalgia with modern, multi-tiered architecture. The camp’s heart is a dramatic, split-level treehouse structure containing the dining area, lounges and a library, all connected by wooden walkways.

Seven spacious guest tents have private viewing decks and en-suite bathrooms, along with indoor and outdoor showers. There’s a swimming pool with a deck that overlooks the Shinde Lagoon, making it a prime spot for birdwatching.

The camp is 100% solar-powered, with limited Wi-Fi in guest tents. There is a dedicated family unit with two bedrooms.

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"All bookings were at luxurious and convenient places. The camp tents are beautifully decorated with a rustic look and feel. Food service were amazing for most part. The bush drives are as best as it could be given the rainy..."
George Jacob, Canada · 10 Mar 2026 · Read Full Review
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"Very professional; quick to respond. The trip itself was fantastic. The lodging and the game drives were great. Guide was great; he anticipated where hard-to-find animals would show up. Lodge staff were very friendly. Food was great."
Akos Ledeczi, United States · 12 Nov 2025 · Read Full Review
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"Barry helped me plan my dream safari to South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. I was nervous about getting transportation from the airport to my lodges and making sure I was able to make all my safaris on time. Barry planned..."
Jordan, Netherlands · 13 Apr 2025 · Read Full Review
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"There is NOTHING that could have made this trip better. Despite many transfers (e.g., opportunities for problems) not a single issue arose., mostly because Megan is awesome and so accessible. We had complete confidence in the team at Discover Africa,..."
Nancy Loos, United States · 5 Sep 2022 · Read Full Review
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"Since the beginning, agents and staff of Discover Africa already work in a professional way for me to plan the trip. Their quick responses to my questions help us a lot before departing from our place to the Africa continent...."
YT, Hong Kong SAR China · 29 Feb 2020 · Read Full Review
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"Booked a family holiday in South African, Botswana and Namibia with Megan from Discover Africa. I cannot praise them highly enough. Everything was spot on from the day we booked. What was surprising to me most Travel Companies book and..."
Terry Knott, United Kingdom · 20 Jan 2017 · Read Full Review
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