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Botswana – 8-day 5 River Safari – Private Fly-in

8 days / 7 nights
Central Kalahari Game Reserve • Moremi Game Reserve • Kwando Private Reserve

Highlights

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Moremi Game Reserve

Kwando Private Reserve

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Botswana – 8-day 5 River Safari – Private Fly-in

From $5,990
Kwando Private Reserve
Tau Pan
Kwando Private Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Lagoon
Lagoon

Includes

All light aircraft flights, including 15kg hold and 5 kg hand luggage, all in soft bags
All airstrip transfers
7 nights in safari accommodation on an all-inclusive basis
2 daily, shared safari activities 
Park fees

Excludes

International flights
Premium drinks
Additional activities like scenic helicopter flights - please ask for rates
Gratuities - we recommend US$ 10 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana

Adventurous travellers seeking a truly remote African safari will be thrilled to discover it in central Botswana. The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is the second largest game reserve in the world and one of the least visited, nothing can prepare you for the sheer wonder of exploring this vast reserve with its wild, untouched beauty. The landscape is dominated by sand veld, acacias, and Kalahari apple-leaf, interspersed with grasslands and dotted with occasional sand dunes, pans and fossil river valleys. While the reserve is home to an impressive variety of wildlife, there is one animal that is rather obviously absent, the human being. It is this lack of human traffic, combined with the park’s lack of infrastructure, that makes for a challenging and marvellously authentic African experience. Visitors need to be entirely self-sufficient but those willing to make the effort will be richly rewarded.
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
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  • Tau Pan

    Day 1 - 3

    The dramatic desert of legend and home of the San. Tau Pan Camp was the first lodging welcomed to the famous Central Kalahari Game Reserve and an unprecedented opportunity to establish camp in one of the world's largest pristine wildernesses. It occupies unrivalled placement high on a dune ridge, overlooking a waterhole and game-rich plains. The vistas are magnificent — vast skies, tremendous savannah — and the camp design takes every opportunity to exploit this location. The main area includes an open bar, lounge and dining areas all set around the fireplace, which is the ideal spot for spotting game at the waterhole. 'Tau' means lion in Setswana and the pan is so named for its pride of iconic black-maned Kalahari lions, who are frequent visitors to the camp. Discover the land of the lion through ancient San eyes. Also known as the Bushmen in Botswana, indigenous trackers provide life-giving insights on surviving in this harsh paradise during a spellbinding nature walk. When you enter this world as a student, it ensures the conservation of their fast-vanishing San culture. Stargazing is astonishing in this remote location and best experienced with a night below the Milky Way on the sleepout deck.
    Tau Pan
    Tau Pan
    Tau Pan
    Tau Pan
    Tau Pan
    Tau Pan
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Day 1

Day Notes:

Upon arrival at Maun Airport, you will catch your light aircraft flight to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. When you land at the local airstrip, a guide from Tau Pan Camp will meet you and transfer you to the camp. You will settle in and then enjoy a shared afternoon safari activity.  

  • Charter Flight from Maun International Airport [MUB] to Tau Pan Airstrip

  • Check-in to Tau Pan

  • Transfer from Tau Pan Airstrip to Tau Pan

  • Shared afternoon safari activity

Day 2

Day Notes:

Included activities from Tau Pan Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Bush walks with the San Bushmen

 

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

Situated in the east of the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve ranks as one of the most beautiful reserves in Africa. It covers more than 4871 square kilometres of pristine wilderness, and this varied terrain includes savannah, winding waterways, and dense forest. The diverse ecosystem supports an incredibly 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. The birdlife is prolific and includes most of the 550 bird species recorded on Botswana’s national bird list. A range of luxury lodges in the reserve offers visitors the perfect base to experience this corner of paradise.
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi Game Reserve
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  • Moremi Crossing

    Day 3 - 6

    Slow down and smell the wild sage at Moremi Crossing Camp. Whether stealthily tracking wildlife on foot or silently moving through the Okavango Delta's waterways on a mokoro, time slows down in the Gunn's Private Concession. With its location across from the famous Chief's Island, this traditional walking and water-based camp now offers game drives. Moremi Crossing is also an excellent option for big groups. Seasonal game drives provide front-row seats to the wildlife, but with an abundance of postcard-perfect lagoons and floodplains, nature walks, and water-based explorations are the Moremi Crossing forte. Stretch your legs on a guided nature walk that transforms your safari into a sensory experience. You'll learn to track, understand medicinal plant uses and so much more by roaming between lofty termite mounds to gain perspective over the landscape (much like a cheetah). You can also go on an immersive camping experience overnight in the wild for an extra dose of adventure. Fitting seamlessly into the island's riverine forest of magnificent palms and ancient trees with views of the Boro River, Moremi Crossing is sociable with a simple, back-to-basics approach. Accommodation consists of 16 en suite and spacious tents on raised decks, each with a veranda. These include a Family Tent and a Honeymoon Tent.
    Moremi Crossing
    Moremi Crossing
    Moremi Crossing
    Moremi Crossing
    Moremi Crossing
    Moremi Crossing
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Day 3

Day Notes:

Depending on the departure time for your next light aircraft flight, you will be able to experience another shared morning safari activity in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. After breakfast, you will be taken back to the local airstrip for your onward light aircraft flight to the Moremi Game Reserve. You will be welcomed at the airstrip and taken to Moremi Crossing Camp. Settle in and have lunch before joining your first shared afternoon safari activity.

  • Shared morning safari activity (time permitting)

  • Check-out from Tau Pan

  • Transfer from Tau Pan to Tau Pan Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Tau Pan Airstrip to Xakanaxa Airstrip

  • Transfer from Xakanaxa Airstrip to Moremi Crossing

  • Check-in to Moremi Crossing

  • Shared afternoon safari activity

Day 4

Day Notes:

Included activities from Moremi Crossing Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning, afternoon & night game drives
  • Mokoro (seasonal)
  • Boating (seasonal)
  • Fishing (seasonal)
  • Walking safaris

 

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Day 5

Day Notes:

If you choose to stay at the alternative camps on offer as an upgrade, they also have many activities for you to enjoy.

Included activities from Pom Pom Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Boating (seasonal)
  • Mokoro (seasonal)
  • Boating (seasonal)
  • Fishing (seasonal)
  • Walking safaris
  • Off-road tracking

Included activities from Rra/Mma Dinare Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drives
  • Boating (seasonal)
  • Mokoro (seasonal)
  • Walking safaris
  • Off-road tracking

 

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Kwando Private Reserve, Botswana

Step into breathtaking adventure at Kwando Private Game Reserve in northern Botswana, a slice of paradise steeped in the mystery and allure of legendary African bush. Nature beckons at this true tourist’s delight, a landscape intricately woven with miles of pristine, untouched savannah, riverside forests and wetlands teeming with wildlife. The mighty Kwando River mesmerizes with its serene beauty, and ever-changing panorama – great herds of elephant and buffalo are seen alongside prides of lion and cheetah, while the waters are alive with hippopotami and crocodiles. Nestled snugly among sprawling grasslands and ancient Mopane woodland are exclusive camps where guests can indulge in luxurious comfort before embarking on game drives, walking safaris, boat cruises and birdwatching.
Kwando Private Reserve
Kwando Private Reserve
Kwando Private Reserve
Kwando Private Reserve
Kwando Private Reserve
Kwando Private Reserve
  • Lagoon

    Day 6 - 8

    Lagoon Camp sits gracefully on the shaded banks of the Kwando River, nestled among towering ebony and marula trees. This densely forested site hosts a diverse range of birds and mammals. Such breathtaking scenery and close proximity to wildlife create a serene camp atmosphere. With a well-earned reputation for big game, this area is renowned for its seasonal large herds of elephants and buffalo. In the winter, herds of up to a thousand are commonplace, and the riverbank is a popular spot for large numbers of elephants to gather in full view of the main camp deck.
    Lagoon
    Lagoon
    Lagoon
    Lagoon
    Lagoon
    Lagoon
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Day 6

Day Notes:

Enjoy your last shared morning safari activity (time permitting), and breakfast in the Okavango Delta before flying to the Kwando Private Reserve. You will be met by your new guide and taken to Lagoon Camp. Settle in and enjoy a shared afternoon game drive.

  • Shared morning safari activity (time permitting)

  • Check-out from Moremi Crossing

  • Transfer from Moremi Crossing to Xakanaxa Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Xakanaxa Airstrip to Kwando Lagoon Airstrip

  • Transfer from Kwando Lagoon Airstrip to Lagoon

  • Check-in to Lagoon

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 7

Day Notes:

Included activities from Lagoon Camp are the following:

  • Shared morning, afternoon and night game drives
  • Boating (seasonal)
  • Fishing (seasonal)
  • Walking safaris
  • Shared morning and afternoon activities

Day 8
  • Shared morning activity (time permitting)

  • Check-out from Lagoon

  • Transfer from Lagoon to Kwando Lagoon Airstrip

  • Charter Flight from Kwando Lagoon Airstrip to Maun International Airport [MUB]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Botswana
Day 1-2

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Adventurous travellers seeking a truly remote African safari will be thrilled to discover it in central Botswana.
Moremi Game Reserve
Botswana
Day 3-5

Moremi Game Reserve

Situated in the east of the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve ranks as one of the most beautiful reserves in Africa.
Kwando Private Reserve
Botswana
Day 6-7

Kwando Private Reserve

Step into breathtaking adventure at Kwando Private Game Reserve in northern Botswana, a slice of paradise steeped in the mystery and allure of legendary African bush.

Accommodations

Tau Pan
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Day 1-3

Tau Pan

The dramatic desert of legend and home of the San.
Moremi Crossing
Moremi Game Reserve
Day 3-6

Moremi Crossing

Slow down and smell the wild sage at Moremi Crossing Camp.
Lagoon
Kwando Private Reserve
Day 6-8

Lagoon

Lagoon Camp sits gracefully on the shaded banks of the Kwando River, nestled among towering ebony and marula trees.

November 2025

  • Per person sharing: US$ 8,095
  • A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ONLY APPLIES FROM THE 3RD SINGLE ROOM PER BOOKING
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 5,440
  • Supplement for upgrade to Pom Pom/Rra, Mma Dinare: US$ 1,200

1 December 2025 - 15 April 2026 - 5 RIVER SPECIAL RATE***

  • Per person sharing: US$ 5,990
  • A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ONLY APPLIES FROM THE 3RD SINGLE ROOM PER BOOKING
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 5,990
  • FREE UPGRADE TO POM POM/RRA, MMA DINARE

16 April - May & November 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 8,625
  • A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ONLY APPLIES FROM THE 3RD SINGLE ROOM PER BOOKING
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 5,740
  • Supplement for Pom Pom/Rra, Mma Dinare: US$ 1,310

June & October 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 8,625
  • Single/Solo traveller*: US$ 9,560
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 6,525
  • Supplement for Pom Pom/Rra, Mma Dinare: US$ 1,310

July, August & September 2026

  • Per person sharing: US$ 10,050
  • Single/Solo traveller*: US$ 12,210
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 6,525
  • Supplement for upgrade to Pom Pom/Rra, Mma Dinare: US$ 1,950

1 December 2026 - 15 April 2027 - 5 RIVERS SPECIAL***

  • Per person sharing: US$ 6,390
  • A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ONLY APPLIES FROM THE 3RD SINGLE ROOM PER BOOKING
  • Per child sharing, age 6-15 years**: US$ 6,390
  • FREE UPGRADE TO POM POM/RRA, MMA DINARE

*A flight supplement might apply for solo travellers if no one else is booked on one or several of the flight segments

**Families with children aged 6-11 years are required to book a private vehicle at US$ 520-850 per day  (dependent on season & pax) for the duration of the stay

***A supplement of US$150 per person per night applies 20 December 2025- 4  January 2026, 3-6 April 2026 & 20 December 2026 to 4 January 2027

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