Why we find the Fly-in safari in Botswana amazing
“From quad biking over salt pans to leopards in the Delta, this is Botswana at its most adventurous.”
Ebe van der Lecq
Founder of Botswana Specialist
- For safari lovers looking for something unique
- Including game drives, quad tours, walking safaris
- Overnight stays in luxury lodges and tented camps
- Fully inclusive in all camps & lodges
- Highlights: meerkats, Central Kalahari, Okavango Delta
- Not included: international flights & tips
Starting from €8,950,- p.p.
(based on 2 persons)
Welcome to perhaps the most adventurous fly-in safari in Botswana. This 12-day trip combines the rugged beauty of the Kalahari with the wetlands of the Okavango Delta. Spot wild dogs, sleep under the stars, and meet meerkats up close. Travel by bush plane and 4×4. Stylish, fast, and spectacular! This inspirational journey is packed with action, unique wildlife encounters, and stays in luxury lodges at dream locations. This is the real Botswana: wild, pure, and intense. Scroll through and let yourself be inspired!
Meet meerkats, San bushmen, and the big cats
Comfortable lodges in the untouched nature
From the Kalahari to the water world of the Delta
A combination of adventure, culture, and wildlife
Your 12-day itinerary
Day 1 - 4: Makgadikgadi salt pans & meerkat safari
Day 1 - 4
Makgadikgadi salt pans & meerkat safari
Upon arrival in Botswana, you will fly directly to Camp Kalahari, located by the expansive Nwetwe Pan. Here, the safari begins with a warm welcome and a view you will never forget. You will explore the region by quad, on foot with San guides, and (the highlight) through a meeting with a curious meerkat family. At sunset, enjoy a drink on the salt pans. This unique mix of desert landscape and playful wildlife makes the start of your luxury safari in Botswana unforgettable.
Day 4 - 6: Predators and night drives in the Kalahari
Day 4 - 6
Predators and night drives in the Kalahari
You will fly further to the edge of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. In this rugged and quiet wilderness, everything revolves around rare encounters. Think of predators like cheetahs, brown hyenas, and the impressive Kalahari lion. But also smaller nocturnal creatures like porcupines and honey badgers. Dinaka Camp organizes both daytime and nighttime game drives. An absolute must is the guided walk with San bushmen: learn how they survive in this extreme landscape and listen to their stories by the campfire. Pure wilderness, far from civilization.
Day 6 - 8: Welcome to Kanana, Okavango Delta safari
Day 6 - 8
Welcome to Kanana, Okavango Delta safari
By bush plane, you will fly to the lush Okavango Delta. Kanana Camp is situated on the Xudum river and is surrounded by palm and fig trees. Here, boat trips, mokoro excursions, and walking safaris alternate. Spot lions, leopards, and even the elusive Pels Fishing Owl, which breeds in the trees here. The location in a private concession allows for exclusive experiences without other jeeps in sight. The camp is stylish and personal: an oasis for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. You hear nothing but nature itself here. And, sometimes a few toasting glasses!
Day 8 - 11: Deluxe safari experience at Shinde Camp
Day 8 - 11
Deluxe safari experience at Shinde Camp
Shinde Camp is your last safari base, located on a private island in the Delta. Here you will experience everything that makes a fly-in safari in Botswana legendary: navigating through winding channels, searching for lions, elephants, and (with some luck) a hunt of wild dogs. The lodge is a sight: luxury suites, an infinity pool, and viewpoints where you can watch the sunset with a glass of wine. In addition to game drives, walking tours and night safaris are also possible. Looking for extra adrenaline? Book a scenic helicopter flight over the Delta.
Day 11 - 12: Last night and return journey via Maun
Day 11 - 12
Last night and return trip via Maun
After a morning full of nature and a final breakfast in the bush, you will fly back to Maun. Time to catch your breath and reflect on the many highlights of this adventurous safari. You will spend one more night in a lodge in Maun for a soft landing. Perhaps selecting photos or simply savoring the moments with a cold drink. Tomorrow, you will fly back home. With memories that will last a lifetime. We are already very curious about your highlights!
What others say about this trip
“The Kalahari was unbelievably quiet, and the Delta incredibly vibrant. This trip had it all.”
Milou
Traveled with Botswana Specialist in 2024
