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.

Kanana

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.

Kanana

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.

Shinde

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.

Shinde

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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After discovering a high number of camps in and around the Okavango, and at a price higher than we typically go for on a safari, we were very unsure on the route to go down for our honeymoon (especially whilst trying to planning our wedding!). So we reached out to Adelle at Discover Africa Safaris and she put the perfect itinerary together for us, which matched our budget, and the experience far exceeded our expectations!

Rhys and Grace's Botswana Experience

We had a fantastic time at Rra Dinare, Moremi Crossing and Nxai Pan camps. All of the camps are managed by Kwando Safaris who are also exceptional. We had great wildlife sightings at all 3 camps – it was very hard to choose which camp we preferred as they are all amazing in their own way, as are the guides and staff at all camps. Adelle had also arranged private dinners and champagne for us at 2 of the 3 camps, which was a lovely addition. Our highlight was the camping out in the bush evening under the stars listening to the hippos calling and lions roaring all night.

"After discovering a high number of camps in and around the Okavango, and at a price higher than we typically go for on a safari, we were very unsure on the route to go down for our honeymoon (especially whilst..."

Rhys and Grace Fitzgerald, Bahrain · 10 Apr 2026 ·

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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 ·

"A Truly Unforgettable Journey – Thank You, Megan! I wanted to give a special thanks to Megan for planning such a wonderful trip for us. Our adventure began at the breathtaking Victoria Falls and continued to the stunning Chobe Lodge..."

Lorena, Italy · 7 Aug 2025 ·

"Home from a great trip to South Africa and Botswana, which was totally organised by Adelle at Discover Africa. Adelle was recommended to us by a friend, and after Adelle asked us what we would like to do and achieve..."

John, United Kingdom · 8 Mar 2025 ·

"This was our third trip with Discover Africa and once again it was a memorable experience, well organized, thorough and exactly what we had requested. Megan is the best. Our trip was to the Okavango Delta and included flights into..."

Brian Evans, South Africa · 27 Mar 2023 ·

"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 ·