Safari Botswana: Safari Adventure Botswana

After your international flight to Maun, Botswana, you will be warmly welcomed and taken by car to Thamo Telele Camp, a tranquil safari lodge in a private reserve on the Thamalakane River. Here you can recover from your journey and familiarise yourself with your new surroundings. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink or explore the reserve's scenic hiking trails.

Thamo Telele offers an idyllic retreat where you can relax and take in the sights and sounds of the African bush. The lodge features beautifully appointed chalets and luxury tented suites, each with private decks that overlook the surrounding wilderness. The interiors blend rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring elegant furnishings, plush bedding, and en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. The main lodge area boasts an open-air lounge, a cozy fireplace, and a dining space that serves delicious meals crafted from fresh local ingredients.

Guests can take guided nature walks to learn about the local flora and fauna, embark on a horseback safari, or meet the resident giraffes that roam the property. A highlight of your stay is the sundowner experience by the Thamalakane River, where you can sip on a refreshing cocktail while watching the sunset paint the sky in brilliant hues. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars, accompanied by the sounds of the nocturnal bush.

Venture into the heart of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans for two nights at Camp Kalahari, a rustic yet comfortable camp that embraces the spirit of exploration. Here you will be taken by charter flight from Maun to Jack's Camp Airstrip. The camp consists of traditional Meru-style tents, each fitted with cozy beds, en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets, and open-air bucket showers that allow you to bathe beneath the expansive African sky. The décor reflects a blend of classic safari aesthetics and contemporary comfort, with natural materials and warm tones that complement the surrounding environment.

Days at Camp Kalahari are filled with adventure. Explore the otherworldly salt pans, encountering the vast, shimmering expanse of this unique landscape. Visit a habituated meerkat colony to witness these charming creatures as they forage and play. A walk with the Zu’/hoasi Bushmen provides an enriching cultural experience, offering insights into their ancient survival skills and deep connection to the land. Evenings at the camp are magical, with stories shared around the crackling fire, followed by world-class stargazing under the pristine night sky.

On day 4, you will take another charter flight from Jack's Camp Airstrip to Khwai Private Reserve Airstrip to travel to Elephant Pan Camp. This remote camp is located in the heart of the Khwai Private Reserve, where wildlife congregates around a busy waterhole. The camp features eight intimate, eco-friendly tented suites with wooden decks that provide front-row seats to the wildlife spectacle. Each suite is elegantly furnished with large, comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas where guests can unwind with a cup of coffee while watching elephants wander past.

Days at Elephant Pan are action-packed, with morning and afternoon game drives that reveal an abundance of wildlife, including lions, leopards, and African wild dogs. A unique highlight is the sunken hide, where guests can observe wildlife from mere meters away as they gather to drink. Night drives offer the chance to see elusive nocturnal predators, while guided walking safaris provide an up-close perspective on the smaller wonders of the bush.

Your last stop is Little Sable, an intimate tented camp in the Khwai Private Reserve of the Okavango Delta. To reach it, you will travel here by helicopter from Elephant Pan Camp. The camp features just eight stylish tents with en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private decks that offer panoramic views of the floodplains. Interiors are beautifully designed with wooden furnishings, soft linens, and lantern-lit ambiance, ensuring a cozy yet immersive safari experience.

Days are spent exploring the Delta’s diverse landscapes, from open floodplains teeming with grazing herbivores to winding channels where hippos and crocodiles reside. Game drives uncover an array of wildlife, including elephants, cheetahs, and rare antelope species. A tranquil mokoro safari allows you to glide through the serene waterways, while boat cruises provide the opportunity to witness the region’s prolific birdlife. Evenings at Little Sable are spent around the fire, exchanging stories beneath a vast, star-studded sky.

After a final morning game drive, a helicopter takes you from Little Sable to Khwai Airstrip, from where a charter flight departs for Maun Airport for your departure or onward journey. The safari adventure may come to an end, but the unforgettable memories of Botswana's breathtaking landscapes and fascinating wildlife will remain.