WATERWAYS & WILDS

BOTSWANA

Discover Botswana’s iconic Okavango Delta through its most immersive vantage points — water and wilderness. Glide silently along reed-lined channels by mokoro, then venture onto private concessions where big game roams freely. This journey balances tranquil waterways with exhilarating safari encounters. It is an experience defined by intimacy, exclusivity, and the rhythm of life shaped by water.

Note that everything you see here is an example of what your trip could look like. Your adventure will be tailored specifically to you.

WHEN TO GO

JUN - OCT

ESTIMATED COST

$9,800

DURATION

7 NIGHTS

per person, excl. int'l flights

(based on two adults sharing)

START YOUR JOURNEY

WHY THIS ADVENTURE

The Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s most extraordinary ecosystems, a place where desert sands give way to permanent water and wildlife gathers in remarkable density. This journey is crafted for travelers seeking both serenity and spectacle, pairing water-based exploration with expertly guided game drives in private concessions. Away from busier park areas, experiences feel unhurried and personal. Mornings may unfold with elephants wading through channels; afternoons drift past lilies and kingfishers in silence. Carefully selected camps provide refined comfort without compromising authenticity. It is safari at its most immersive and balanced.

JOURNEY FLOW

Arrival in the Delta reveals a mosaic of shimmering channels, islands, and floodplains. From above, water reflects sky in mirrored ribbons stretching to the horizon. On the ground, exploration alternates between mokoro excursions and open-vehicle safaris, each revealing different layers of the ecosystem. Lions rest in golden grass while red lechwe bound through shallow water. As the journey deepens, private concession access allows for off-road tracking and quieter wildlife encounters. Evenings settle into lantern-lit decks overlooking the floodplains, where hippos call and the last light lingers on the reeds. Water and wilderness intertwine at every turn.

HIGHLIGHTS

WATER-BASED WILDLIFE VIEWING

Observe elephants crossing channels, hippos surfacing beside boats, and vibrant birdlife thriving along reed-lined banks.

WALKING SAFARI EXPERIENCE

Step onto the floodplains with an expert guide to learn about smaller species, medicinal plants, and the intricate details often missed from a vehicle.

PRIVATE CONCESSION GAME DRIVES

Explore wildlife-rich reserves where limited vehicles allow for intimate sightings, off-road tracking, and flexible safari experiences.

MOKORO CANOE SAFARI

Drift through tranquil channels in a traditional dugout canoe, guided by skilled polers who interpret birdlife, tracks, and the Delta’s delicate aquatic ecosystem.

WAYS TO PERSONALIZE

Arrange a private riverside dinner set beneath lantern light on a secluded island.

Add a specialist birding guide during peak migration months.

Include a full-day boating excursion with champagne lunch in the channels.

Extend to the Linyanti for predator-focused game viewing in a contrasting ecosystem.

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

CHIEF'S CAMP

Located in a wildlife-rich concession within the Delta system, Chief’s Camp pairs refined safari comfort with outstanding predator sightings. Raised pavilions and shaded suites overlook floodplains frequented by elephants, buffalo, and lion.

BAINES' CAMP

Perched on the hardwood riverine forests of the Western Delta, Baines’ offers elevated safari living with panoramic views of floodplains. Its combination of classic tented comfort and immersive wildlife guiding ensures excellent game viewing both by water and land.

JAO CAMP

An elegant camp set on its own private concession within the delta’s intricate waterways, Jao combines timeless safari style with stunning river views. Spacious tents, open living areas, and outstanding guiding make it ideal for water-based wildlife experiences and mokoro excursions.