9-Day Northern Botswana Safari Itinerary
Embark on an unforgettable Northern Botswana Safari through three of Botswana’s top wildlife destinations—Mababe Private Concession, Moremi Game Reserve, and the Gomoti River region of the Okavango Delta. This fully-serviced camping safari combines exclusive game viewing with high comfort, featuring walk-in tents with en-suite facilities, professional guides, and all-inclusive logistics.
Quick Safari Overview
- 3 nights in Mababe Private Concession
- 3 nights in Moremi Game Reserve (private wilderness campsites)
- 2 nights in the Okavango Delta (Gomoti River tented camp)
- Activities: Game drives, Mokoro excursion & boat cruise
Day 1: Arrival – Maun to Mababe Private Concession
Your Northern Botswana Safari begins at Maun Airport, where your guide will meet you at 14h30. A scenic 2.5–3-hour drive takes you to Mababe Private Concession, a pristine reserve bordering Moremi and Chobe. This exclusive area is managed by the local community and offers a more intimate wildlife experience with fewer tourists. Arrive in time for your first breathtaking African sunset.
Travel: 120 km / 2.5 – 3 hrs
Meals: Dinner
Days 2–3: Game Viewing in Mababe Private Concession
Spend two full days on morning and afternoon game drives in the wildlife-rich Mababe area. Spot herds of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and predators such as lions and leopards. Mababe’s varied ecosystems also offer fantastic birdwatching opportunities. Night drives reveal a different side of Botswana’s wilderness, where nocturnal creatures like aardvarks and hyenas emerge.
Optional: Enjoy a 30-minute open-door helicopter flight for aerial views of the landscape and wildlife (pre-booking and cash payment in USD required).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Days 4–6: Moremi Game Reserve Exploration
After breakfast, travel from Mababe to Moremi Game Reserve via a scenic game drive. Spend three nights at a private campsite inside the reserve. Known as one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife areas, Moremi features a mix of dry and wetland ecosystems.
On days 5 and 6, enjoy 4×4 game drives and a boat cruise (dependent on water levels). Look out for elephants, hippos, zebras, lions, leopards, and the elusive African wild dog. Moremi’s blend of lagoons, floodplains, and forests ensures incredible biodiversity and unforgettable photographic moments.
Travel: 90 km (full-day game drive on day 4)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x3)
Days 7–8: Okavango Delta – Gomoti River Region
Continue your Northern Botswana Safari to the tranquil Gomoti River region on the edge of the Okavango Delta. Here, enjoy serene Mokoro (dugout canoe) rides and guided bush walks led by experienced local guides. Glide through papyrus-lined channels and discover wildlife at eye level.
Spend two nights in Meru-style luxury tents beside a peaceful lagoon. After daily excursions, return to camp for sunset views and fireside relaxation.
Travel: 90 km / approx. 5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)
Day 9: Return to Maun
Your Northern Botswana Safari concludes with a final game drive back to Maun. Enjoy one last opportunity to spot game before arriving at the airport or your post-safari accommodation by midday.
Travel: 75 km / 2 – 2.5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation on Safari
This Northern Botswana Safari includes walk-in Meru-style tents with real beds, quality bedding, and en-suite bush bathrooms (including toilet, shower, and washstand). Camps are located in remote, unfenced wilderness areas, offering a true immersion in nature without sacrificing comfort.
Transport and Safari Vehicles
Travel in custom-built 4×4 safari vehicles designed for comfort and optimal game viewing, with a window seat for every guest. A support vehicle carries the mobile kitchen and all camping equipment, while the safari team sets up and breaks down camp for a seamless experience.
Fully Serviced Safari Experience
This is a fully inclusive, non-participation camping safari. Sit back and enjoy the journey while the professional crew handles cooking, camp setup, and logistics. Soft drinks, mineral water, and local alcoholic beverages are included.
Optional Extras
- Scenic helicopter flight over Mababe (must be pre-booked, payment in USD cash)
Child Policy
The minimum age for this scheduled Northern Botswana Safari is 12 years. Exceptions may be made in the low season (November to June). The safari camps are unfenced and in remote areas, so children must be mature enough to follow safety instructions. Your guides are highly experienced, ensuring a safe and enriching family-friendly adventure.
Contact us to tailor pre- or post-safari travel arrangements, accommodations, and activities for a personalized Botswana travel experience.