10-Day Botswana Safari: Chobe, Mababe & Moremi Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable Botswana Safari through some of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas. This 10-day journey takes you from the Chobe River in Kasane, through the iconic Chobe National Park, Mababe Private Reserve, and into the renowned Moremi Game Reserve. With dramatic landscapes, exceptional wildlife, and fully-serviced mobile camping, this Botswana safari offers a truly immersive African experience.
Quick Itinerary Overview
- Explore Chobe National Park – including the Chobe Riverfront and Savuti region
- Enjoy a river cruise along the Chobe River
- Game drives and walking safaris in Mababe Private Reserve
- Mokoro canoe trip on the fringes of the Okavango Delta
- Discover Moremi Game Reserve
- End with a scenic charter flight over the Okavango Delta to Maun
Day-by-Day Botswana Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Kasane to Central Chobe National Park
Meet in Kasane and kick off your Botswana Safari with a tranquil Chobe River cruise, followed by a scenic drive to Savuti in Chobe National Park. En route, encounter diverse wildlife including sable antelope, zebra, buffalo, and possibly elusive leopards. Settle into a comfortable mobile tented camp with en-suite facilities.
Included: Game Drive, Boat Cruise, Dinner, Mobile Tented Camp Accommodation
Day 2–3: Exploring Savuti, Chobe National Park
Spend two full days discovering Savuti, famous for its large prides of lions and big herds of elephants. Enjoy game drives and a guided walk to see ancient San bushman paintings. The Savuti Marsh is teeming with wildlife and ideal for spotting cheetah, wild dogs, hyenas, and abundant birdlife.
Included: Game Drives, Bushman Painting Walks, All Meals, Mobile Tented Camp Accommodation
Day 4: Savuti to Mababe Private Reserve
Journey through the Magwikwe Sandridge to reach Mababe Private Reserve. Along the way, watch for elephants, lions, and a variety of antelope species. This diverse route offers prime game-viewing opportunities during both dry and wet seasons.
Included: Game Drives, Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner, Tented Camp Accommodation
About Mababe Private Reserve
Covering more than 50,000 hectares between Chobe and Moremi, Mababe is a gem on any Botswana Safari. This private wildlife concession is home to elephants, lions, giraffes, hyenas, and over 300 bird species. The reserve allows night drives and guided bush walks—activities not permitted in nearby national parks—offering a more intimate wildlife experience.
Day 5–6: Discover Mababe Private Reserve
Enjoy exclusive game drives and night safaris in Mababe, alongside guided walking safaris that bring you closer to nature. The reserve features diverse habitats, from dry savannah to lush wetlands, providing sightings of Botswana’s national bird, the Kori Bustard, and many other species.
Included: Game Drives, Walking Safaris (conditions permitting), Night Drive, All Meals, Tented Camp Accommodation
Day 7: Mababe to Xakanaxa, Moremi Game Reserve
Travel along the Khwai River to Xakanaxa, stopping at Dombo Hippo Pools and taking a traditional Mokoro canoe trip along the Okavango Delta fringes. Wildlife sightings may include crocodiles, elephants, wild dogs, and big cats.
Included: Game Drives, Mokoro Trip, Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner, Mobile Tented Camp Accommodation
Day 8–9: Game Viewing in Moremi Game Reserve
Explore the eastern edge of the Okavango Delta, where woodlands, lagoons, and floodplains support a rich ecosystem. Enjoy game drives through Moremi Game Reserve and spot elephants, antelope, lions, and prolific birdlife including hornbills, eagles, and honeyguides.
Included: Game Drives, All Meals, Mobile Tented Camp Accommodation
Day 10: Scenic Flight to Maun
Conclude your incredible Botswana Safari with a final morning game drive in Moremi before boarding a charter flight over the stunning Okavango Delta. Arrive in Maun around 12:30 PM, marking the end of your 10-day journey through Botswana’s wilderness.
Included: Game Drive, Breakfast, Charter Flight to Maun
Botswana Safari Information
- Minimum Age: 12 years (on scheduled departures); younger children welcome on private tours
- Group Size: Scheduled tours require 4 guests (Dec–Mar) or 2 guests (Apr–Nov) to run
- Single Supplement: First two singles booked pay no supplement; thereafter 25% applies
- Important: Rates may be subject to changes in park fees or fuel prices
Child Policy
While the minimum age on scheduled group departures is 12 years old, families with younger children can request private Botswana safaris tailored to suit their needs.
Book your 10-day Botswana Safari today and immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Chobe, Mababe, and Moremi.