Botswana Ultimate Family Safari
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Where better to teach children about the environment and conservation than in the heart of Botswana’s national parks and reserves? This safari will be a holiday to remember for all the family. With exclusive and child-appropriate activities, combined with ticking off the highlights of the Okavango Delta, Savute and Moremi, this trip is ideal for families looking for adventure and an authentic African safari.
- Okavango Delta – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Spot the Big 5 in Moremi Game Reserve
- Witness the 20+ lion pride of the Savute Marsh
- Private safari activities suited to children’s ages
Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve
Botswana’s magnificent Okavango Delta is situated within the boundaries of the Moremi Game Reserve and exists as the world’s largest inland delta, exhibiting a labyrinth of deep lagoons, large lakes and hidden, meandering channels, covering an area of over 16,000 square km in flood and shrinking to less than 9,000 square km during the dry season. Trapped in the parched Kalahari sands, the fresh water oasis attracts a variety of wildlife that depends on the permanent waters of this unique wilderness. The Okavango Delta is amazing to see no matter what season, but the Delta is in flood during the months of May – August / September so the landscape will be particularly beautiful in those months.
Chobe National Park and Savute
Located in the north of Botswana, Chobe National Park stretches over 11700 square km of land and is home to one of the largest concentrations of elephants on the African continent. There are no fences within the park, meaning that wildlife and game are able to roam freely. Watch elephants drink and bathe in the river with their families, view hippos out of water in the middle of the day, and observe the Puku and Chobe Bushbuck antelopes – which cannot be encountered anywhere else in Botswana.
The Savute Channel stretches all the way from the Linyanti River to the Savute Marsh, creating an area full of dynamic wildlife, diverse rolling grasslands and spectacular savannahs. Tall trees and watering holes are dotted around the landscape, creating a unique and breathtaking area. The Savute Channel has been unpredictable in its nature, as it seems to flow and dry up with no relation to the wet, rainy seasons or flood levels.
On arrival at the Maun International Airport, guests will be met and assisted for a scheduled transfer by light aircraft to the Okavango Delta.
Situated in the north-western corner of Botswana, the Okavango Delta is a World Heritage Site, the largest inland delta in the world. Commonly spotted animals include lion, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippos, elephant, crocodiles, and countless species of bird.
Guests can enjoy a number of activities such as game viewing, fishing, bird watching or taking an authentic guided Mokoro excursion through this wetland paradise in a traditional dugout canoe.
On Offer at Camp Okavango
Mokoro Excursions
The ultimate safari experience. Indulge in a tranquil, culturally enlightening water-bound excursion that see’s you silently glide across open waters in a traditional style African dugout canoe (Mokoro) as you pass scores of aquatic creatures and vegetation. Venturing calmly onward will reveal intricate waterlilies, papyrus grasses, brightly coloured frogs, kingfishers and dragonflies, as well as the elephants that rear in close to feed on the reeds and drink from the river.
On Offer at Belmond Eagle Island Lodge
Visit the Local Village
Enrich yourself in the customs and culture of the neighbouring Nxhoga village for an authentic insight into the Botswana way of life. The opportunity to meet and engage with locals will provide an invaluable and enlightening experience that few are privy too. Activities include hut building, basket weaving, fishing, meeting village elders and local children, as well as opportunities to browse the local market, bakery and churches present.
After breakfast, guests will be transferred to the airstrip in time for the scheduled transfer by light aircraft to the Moremi Game Reserve.
The Moremi Game Reserve is known as one of the most beautiful reserves in Africa, covering more than 4 871km² of pristine wilderness. The varied terrain supports a wide spectrum of wildlife, ranging from large herds of buffalo, wildebeest and zebra, to the rare sitatunga and lechwe antelope, lion, cheetah and packs of wild dog in the open grasslands.
Guests will enjoy game drives in open 4WD vehicles in the mornings and afternoons.
On Offer at Camp Moremi
Motorised Boat Excursions
Set sail for the ultimate marine safari experience with a motorised boat excursion through the Okavango Delta. Experienced guides will steer you safely through exotic lakes and delta waters, providing the opportunity to explore the Xakanaxa Lagoon and its surrounding channels. Marine excursions allow for an alternative means to experience delta life and landscapes – especially when coupled with conventional land based safari game drives, enabling you to experience the unwavering natural beauty of the Botswana wilderness from numerous and intimate perspectives.
On Offer at Belmond Khwai River Lodge
Stargazing
Look up at the night sky through one of the lodge’s telescopes, and observe constellations never seen in the northern hemisphere. Out in this natural landscape, the stars are unaffected by the city light pollution, and guests will be able to experience the vast reaches of the African night sky and stars that glimmer like diamonds. With the help of a guide, learn how bushmen used the stars to locate true south, and navigate their way across the plains.
Guests enjoy breakfast at the camp before departing for the scheduled transfer by light aircraft to the Savute region of the Chobe National Park.
This dynamic wilderness is a sweeping expanse of savannah brooded over by several rocky outcrops which guard a relic marsh and the dry channel that was once its lifeline. The Savute goes through wet and dry cycles, where wild dog hunt in the dry river channel and crocodiles swam only 20 years ago.
Guests can spot abundant wildlife including a variety of birds, elephant, antelope, lion, black-backed jackal, bat-eared foxes, tsessebe, kudu, hyena, cheetah, Cape buffalo, and thousands of migrating zebra and wildebeest.
On Offer at Savute Safari Lodge
Cultural Experience
Also available is visit to the ancient San rock paintings, thought to be 1,500 years old. They are located at Gubatsa Hills, which is a prominent hilly landmark in an area that otherwise is flat. This is a chance to immerse yourself in culture, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
On Offer at Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge
Life at the Lodge
The lodge offers a range of on site activities. They have their own viewing hide that allows guests to view the wildlife at eye-level, this overlooks the watering hole and the various animals which may be stopped by for a refreshing drink. Maybe you’ll spot lions, elephants, cheetahs, or hyenas, as well as many other species of animals and birds. Guests can cool off and relax with a dip in the swimming pool – this is on raised decking so guests can still view the expansive surroundings while having a gentle swim.
Dates are flexible so please make an enquiry and tell us a range of dates you are considering so we can check availability.
Luggage limit on light aircraft is strictly 20kg per person. Bags must be soft sided and easy to handle to fit inside the small luggage pods.
Seat rate light aircraft costs assume a maximum personal body weight of 100kg, if clients exceed this body weight please inform us on quotation as a surcharge may be applicable.
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
- All meals from arrival until departure
- Local soft and alcoholic beverages
- National Park fees
- Seat in plane light aircraft flights for the itinerary starting Maun Airport and ending Kasane Airport
- Private safari activities on offer at each lodge for the family
- Age appropriate activities for children
- Inbound and Outbound Flights
- Gratuities
- Visas if applicable
- Any additional meals, drinks or activities outside of the set tour
- Personal toiletries
- Personal travel insurance (*required)
This tour is designed for families, minimum 3 pax in a family.
Suitable for ages 6 to 90
