7 Days Salt Pans

and Wildlife - May or Oct 2026

Trip details

This carefully designed 7-day Botswana safari offers a beautiful contrast between two of Africa’s most iconic landscapes, the stark, otherworldly Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and the lush, wildlife-rich waterways of the Okavango Delta.

Beginning at Meno a Kwena, perched above the Boteti River, guests are immersed in a truly unique desert ecosystem where wildlife congregates along the riverbanks and ancient landscapes stretch endlessly into the horizon. A highlight of the journey is an unforgettable sleep-out on the salt pans, where the vast silence and dazzling night skies create a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The adventure then transitions into the Khwai region of the Okavango Delta, staying at the intimate Little Sable camp. Here, the landscape transforms into a mosaic of floodplains, waterways, and woodlands, offering exceptional game viewing both on land and (water levels permitting) by mokoro. With expert guiding, diverse activities, and a seamless blend of adventure and comfort, this safari delivers an authentic and deeply memorable Botswana experience.

Day 01: Maun Airport Arrival
  • Arrival: Meet at Maun Airport and road transfer to Meno a Kwena.
  • Check-in: Settle into your vintage-style clifftop tent overlooking the Boteti River.
  • Afternoon: Relax or enjoy your first activity in the Makgadikgadi region.
  • Evening: Sundowners and dinner while watching wildlife gather at the river below.
  • Wildlife Viewing: Track the zebra and wildebeest migration as they drink from the river.
  • Cultural & Desert Experiences: Engage with San people for hunting lessons, meet resident meerkat families, or explore the salt-cracked pans.
  • Activities: Choose from game drives, quad biking, or stargazing under the clear southern skies.
  • Morning: Final breakfast and safari activity in Makgadikgadi.

  • Transfer: Road transfer back to Maun, followed by a scenic 1-hour 15-minute flight over the Okavango Delta.

  • Arrival at Khwai: Meet your guide at the airstrip and safari into Little Sable camp.

  • Evening: First game drive in the Khwai Private Reserve followed by dinner.

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  • Land Activities: Morning and night game drives to spot leopard, African painted dogs, and nocturnal species like hyena and honey badger.
  • Water Activities: Traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris or boat trips along the Khwai River channels.
  • Bush Connection: Guided walking safaris to explore the finer details of the Okavango ecosystem.
  • Morning: Final morning activity and breakfast at Little Sable.

  • Departure: Light aircraft transfer from Khwai back to Maun Airport.

  • Conclusion: Connect to your onward international flight home.

TRip highlights

  • Contrasting Ecosystems: Journey from the arid, salt-cracked pans of the Makgadikgadi to the lush, winding waterways of the Khwai Private Reserve.

  • Epic Wildlife Spectacles: Witness the massive zebra migration along the Boteti River and track predators like leopard and wild dog in the heart of the Delta.

  • Authentic Adventures: Experience a range of unique activities, from traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions and night game drives to meeting habituated meerkat families.

What's included

  • All transfers via road or light air between Maun and your camps
  • 3 nights Meno a Kwena, fully inclusive with meals, local beverates, safaris daily, sleepout on the pans for 1 night, laundry and conservation levis
  • 3 nights at Little Sable, fully inclusive of meals, local beverages, safaris daily by foot/game drive and mokoro (water level dependent), laundry and conservation levies
  • My dedicated support throughout

What's excluded

  • Premium brand beverages
  • Travel Insurance
  • Gratuities for camp staff and guides
  • Visa if required for Botswana

Seasonal Package Rates

Package rates are valid for travel in the month of May or October 2026 on mid-high season rates.

This is a tailor-made itinerary which can be altered to fit your budget, dates and dreams for YOUR perfect Botswana Safari. 

Deposit: $13,965

Please pay your deposit by 31 Dec 2026 to secure your booking

Note: This is an example itinerary.

Our journeys are completely customisable and pricing is seasonal and based on family dynamics as well as children’s ages – Please contact us to discuss your unique family requirements for an accurate quote.

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