9-Day Whispers of the Delta

9-Day Whispers of the Delta

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Tour Overview

What Makes This Safari Stand Out

This 9-day safari combines three of Botswana's most iconic experiences into one unforgettable journey. Explore wildlife-rich landscapes on guided game drives, drift through the tranquil waterways of the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro, and enjoy a boat safari that offers a unique perspective of the region's abundant birdlife and wildlife. The combination of land and water-based activities provides exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing.
  • Duration9 Days
  • Tour StartChief's Island Botswana
  • Tour EndMoremi Game Reserve
  • TransportOpen Safari Vehicle
  • Travel StyleShared/Group
  • Tour ComfortMid-Range

Where You'll Go

Safari Route Map

An approximate route through this itinerary's destinations, day by day.

Experience Types

Included Safari Activities

Pricing

Group Size & Age Pricing

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Group Size Adult (per person) Child (per person)
1 Person $5,128 N/A (solo)
2 People $3,113 $1
3 People $2,440 $1
4 People $2,063 $1
5 People $1,869 $1
6+ People $1,712 $1
Age Policy: Adult: 12+ years Child: 0-11 years Free Child: 0-0 years

Day By Day

9 Day Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival & Transfer to Chief's Island Main Destination: Chief's Island

Upon arrival in Maun, you will be met and transferred into the heart of the Okavango Delta. Settle into your camp on Chief's Island, one of the Delta's most wildlife-rich areas. Enjoy lunch and some time to relax before heading out on an afternoon boat trip along the Delta channels. Return to camp for dinner and your first evening under the African stars.

Accommodation Inside Park Okavango Delta
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Meals

Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water Soft Drinks
Day 2 Walking Safari & Boat Exploration Main Destination: Chief's Island

Begin your day with a morning guided walking safari, offering an intimate encounter with the bush. Accompanied by an experienced guide, learn about animal tracks, plants, insects, and the subtle details of the ecosystem that are often missed from a vehicle. After lunch and a short rest at camp, head out for an afternoon boat trip through the Delta’s winding channels, enjoying excellent wildlife and birdlife viewing from the water.

Accommodation Inside Park Okavango Delta
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Beer & Wine Bottle Water Soft Drinks
Day 3 Full Day Boat Safaris & Fishing Experience Main Destination: Chief's Island

Spend the day exploring the waterways of the Okavango Delta by boat. Enjoy a morning boat trip through scenic channels, observing elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the banks. Return to camp for lunch and relaxation before heading out again in the afternoon for another boat excursion, this time combining wildlife viewing with a relaxed fishing experience in the Delta’s productive waters.

Accommodation
Camp Buffalo Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Okavango Delta
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Soft Drinks Bottle Water Beer & Wine
Day 4 Transfer to the Okavango Delta Main Destination: Okavango Delta

After breakfast, continue deeper into the Okavango Delta, passing from open floodplains into winding waterways lined with papyrus and reeds. Arrive at camp for lunch and time to settle in before an afternoon guided walking safari. This introductory walk offers a chance to explore the area, learn about local wildlife and plants, and experience the Delta’s ecosystem up close. Return to camp to relax and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Accommodation
Camp Buffalo Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Okavango Delta
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Beer & Wine Bottle Water Soft Drinks
Day 5 Traditional Mokoro Excursion Main Destination: Okavango Delta

Today, enjoy one of Botswana’s most iconic experiences—a traditional mokoro excursion. After breakfast, set out for a peaceful morning glide through the Delta’s clear channels with your expert poler, taking in the sights and sounds of this remarkable wilderness. Watch for birds, wildlife, and lush vegetation as you move silently through the waterways.

Return to camp for lunch and some time to relax in the tranquil surroundings. In the afternoon, head out once again for another mokoro excursion, offering a different perspective of the Delta as the light shifts and wildlife becomes active once more. End the day back at camp with dinner under the stars.

Accommodation
Camp Buffalo Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Okavango Delta
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Soft Drinks Bottle Water Beer & Wine
Day 6 Delta Boat Trip Main Destination: Okavango Delta

Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta through a combination of boat and mokoro excursions, offering two unique perspectives of this remarkable ecosystem. Begin the day with a boat trip, covering a wider area of the Delta's channels and lagoons while searching for elephants crossing waterways, hippos wallowing in deeper pools, crocodiles basking along the banks, and a rich variety of birdlife.

Return to camp for lunch and some time to relax before setting out on an afternoon mokoro excursion. Glide silently through the narrower channels as your experienced poler navigates between papyrus reeds and water lilies, allowing for a more intimate connection with the Delta's wildlife and scenery. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and another peaceful night in the wilderness.

Accommodation
Camp Buffalo Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Okavango Delta
Meal plan

Meals

Dinner Lunch Breakfast

Drinks

Beer & Wine Bottle Water Soft Drinks
Day 7 Transfer to Moremi Game Reserve Main Destination: Moremi Game Reserve

Depart the Okavango Delta after breakfast and journey toward the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve, celebrated for its exceptional biodiversity and outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities. Arrive at camp in time for lunch and a chance to settle into your new surroundings before heading out on an afternoon game drive. As you begin exploring this iconic reserve, keep an eye out for elephants, buffalo, big cats, and a variety of antelope species that thrive within Moremi's diverse habitats. Return to camp in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner, and share stories from the day's adventures.

Accommodation
Xini Campsite Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Moremi Game Reserve
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Soft Drinks Bottle Water Beer & Wine
Day 8 Moremi Wildlife Experience Main Destination: Moremi Game Reserve

Spend a full day exploring the diverse landscapes of Moremi Game Reserve on morning and afternoon game drives. From floodplains and lagoons to acacia woodlands and mopane forests, each habitat supports an incredible variety of wildlife. Search for elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and numerous antelope species while your guide shares insights into animal behavior and the ecology of this remarkable reserve. Return to camp between activities for lunch and relaxation before heading out once again to make the most of Moremi's exceptional game-viewing opportunities.

Accommodation
Xini Campsite Campsite Mid-range
Inside Park Moremi Game Reserve
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Drinks

Bottle Water Soft Drinks Beer & Wine
Day 9 Final Game Drive & Departure Main Destination: Maun Airport (MUB)

Enjoy a final morning game drive in Moremi Game Reserve, making the most of your last opportunity to experience Botswana's remarkable wildlife and landscapes. As the bush awakens with the first light of day, keep an eye out for animals beginning their daily routines and take in the sights and sounds of this extraordinary wilderness one last time.

Return to camp for breakfast before departing for Maun. As your safari comes to an end, reflect on the unforgettable encounters, breathtaking scenery, and unique experiences that have made your journey through the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve truly memorable.

Accommodation No overnight accommodation for this day.
Meal plan

Meals

Breakfast

What Is Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included
Park Fees
Domestic Flights
All Shown Activities
Meals & Drinks As Specified Day By Day
Accommodation During Safari
Professional Guide/Driver
All Listed Transport
All Taxes/VAT
Hotel Transfers
Not included
International Flights
Accommodation Before/After Safari
Staff Tips
Personal Expenses (Travel Insurance, Visa Fees Etc.)
Government Tax/Fee Increases