8 Day Botswana’s Wild Heart: Untamed Kalahari (Camping)

Day 1: Maun – Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana

Welcome to Botswana! Upon arrival at Maun Airport, you’ll be greeted and escorted to your connecting flight bound for the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the vast Kalahari Desert during this scenic flight to Tau Pan Camp, your comfortable accommodation for the night. After settling in, embark on your first exciting game drive, exploring the captivating landscapes of the Central Kalahari. Enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind around the campfire, sharing stories and reflecting on the start of your unforgettable safari adventure

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Tau Pan Camp,
Included Highlights: Light aircraft transfer to Tau Pan Camp, Central Kalahari Game Reserve Afternoon Game Drive

Day 2 – 4: Central Kalahari Game, Botswana

Enjoy a final nature walk through the captivating Kalahari before saying farewell to Tau Pan Camp. Your journey continues through diverse landscapes, transitioning from cattle country to the intriguing Deception Valley, once an ancient riverbed. Over the next three nights, explore the remarkable ecosystems of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, including Deception Valley, Passarge Valley, Sundays Pans, and Letiahau. Witness the raw beauty of this arid landscape and encounter its unique wildlife. For a deeper understanding of this extraordinary environment, consider reading “Cry of the Kalahari” by Mark and Delia Owens. Be warned, the captivating beauty of the CKGR may leave an indelible mark on your soul, inspiring a lifelong longing to return to this awe-inspiring wilderness

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Morning Nature Walk in the Kalahari, Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Distance and driving time: Dependent on choice of route

Day 5 – 7: Central Kalahari Game Reserve – Makgadikgadi National Park, Botswana

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the enigmatic Makgadikgadi National Park, renowned for its annual zebra migration. Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of tens of thousands of zebras traversing the vast plains in search of lush pastures. This mobile camping safari offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing us to track the elusive zebra herds and encounter a diverse array of predators, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Experience the thrill of a scenic helicopter flight, offering breathtaking aerial views of the Makgadikgadi Pans and enhancing your chances of locating the migrating herds. Enjoy comfortable camping amidst the raw beauty of the Kalahari, experiencing the true essence of this remarkable wilderness

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights: Makgadikgadi National Park, Scenic flight over the park to try and spot the zebra migration
Distance and driving time: Dependent on choice of route

Day 8: Makgadikgadi National Park – Maun, Botswana

After an exhilarating morning game drive, enjoy a final breakfast at camp and bid farewell to the dedicated team who have made your safari experience unforgettable. Embark on your return journey to Maun, arriving in time for your scheduled flight or onward travel plans. Reflect on the incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable memories created during your extraordinary adventure in the heart of the Kalahari.

Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlights: Morning Game Drive in the park
Distance and driving time: Dependent on choice of route

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.