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- Tailor-Made Botswana Adventure to Okavango Delta with Daily Departure
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- 9 Day Wilderness & Desert Trail: Okavango & Kalahari - Wild Camping Safari, all-inclusive
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- 5 Days Safari tour itinerary for Maun & Moremi game reserve: Play With The Wilderness Of Okavango Game Reserve-Botswana
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- 5-Day Romantic, Luxury, Wild and River Botswana Tour
- 3-Day Okavango Delta & Boteti River Tented Safari
- 5-Day Okavango Delta & Boteti River Tented Safari
Private guides lead your group through the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve. Your exclusive party enjoys intimate wildlife encounters with flexible scheduling, while local guides share extensive knowledge of Delta waterways and animal tracking.
Duration 5 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Agate Travel From
- US$5,639
Four guests per private safari receive dedicated attention at each luxury camp. Quiet game drives along the Linyanti River and Khwai floodplains complement exclusive mokoro rides and walking safaris with dedicated guides.
Duration 7 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta Age Range 12 to 65 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Knap Tours Limited From
- US$9,148
Duration 8 days Destinations Kasane, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta Age Range up to 94 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- US$4,989
9 Day Wilderness & Desert Trail: Okavango & Kalahari - Wild Camping Safari, all-inclusive
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The food was wonderful. Amazing what the chef could cook on a fire pit.”
Pierre, traveled in October
Small group safaris of 4-6 travelers offer intimate wildlife encounters in the Okavango Delta and Kalahari Desert. Local guides provide personal attention, enabling flexible game viewing schedules and customized activities like traditional Mokoro rides and guided bush walks.
Duration 9 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta, Central Kalahari Game Reserve Age Range up to 100 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Kalahari Breeze Safaris From
- US$3,438
This safari welcomes travelers aged 5+ in small groups. The intimate setup allows for quiet Mokoro safaris on Boteti River and undisturbed wildlife viewing in Makgadikgadi Pans. English-speaking guides provide dedicated attention at Boteti Tented Safari Lodge.
Duration 4 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Operator Across Africa Tours & Travel From
- US$1,230
Maximum 8 guests per vehicle allows for personalized wildlife viewing in Moremi Game Reserve. Quick positioning for Big Five sightings and peaceful boat cruises enhance the experience. Guides focus on individual interests and photography opportunities.
Duration 5 days Destinations Maun, Moremi Game Reserve Age Range 7 to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Little Roz Tours From
- US$1,600+$120 local payments
Limited to 10 guests across 5 vehicles, this safari guarantees personal attention at every stop. Wildlife approaches at Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park remain quiet, while exclusive mokoro excursions in the Okavango Delta are led by expert Botswana guides.
Duration 8 days Destinations Maun, Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai, Savuti National Park, Chobe National Park, Kasane Age Range 6 to 92 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Little Roz Tours From
- US$2,500
Four guests per group receive personalized attention at both Machaba and Little Machaba Camps. Quiet wildlife approaches and exclusive mokoro excursions through the Okavango Delta's channels become possible with such intimate numbers.
Duration 5 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta Age Range 18 to 70 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 2 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Knap Tours Limited From
- US$7,535
Wildlife encounters flourish with limited group sizes at the Boteti River lodge. Mokoro safaris bring travelers closer to animals, while Bayei guides share their deep Delta knowledge in an intimate setting.
Duration 3 days Destinations Maun, Moremi Game Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator The Mzansi Experience From
- US$530
Small groups receive focused attention at the riverside lodge. Local experts guide mokoro excursions, game drives, and cultural visits to Xobe Village. Close encounters with Big 5 in Moremi Game Reserve provide perfect photography opportunities.
Duration 5 days Destinations Maun, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator The Mzansi Experience From
- US$1,310
Reviews of Small Group tours to Botswana
We would be more than happy to recommend the Kalahari Breeze Safari Tour. Maria and Chris are experts and know how to create a phenomenal experience for their clients. They are incredibly organised and knowledgeable of the region and how to show its best qualities
9 Day Wilderness & Desert Trail: Okavango & Kalahari - Wild Camping Safari, all-inclusive
- 4-Day Okavango Delta & Boteti River Tented Safari
Very nice and friendly staff at the tented camp. Beautiful place to stay and food arrangements were very good
What our customers ask about Botswana Small Group Tours
What is the ideal small group size for a Botswana safari tour?
For the best wildlife viewing experience in Botswana 4-8 travelers is considered ideal. This size works particularly well at boutique properties such as Little Machaba Camp and Ngoma Safari Lodge where guides can give each guest proper attention. According to TourRadar travelers "the small group size made it easier to spot animals and get photography tips from guides" in popular areas like Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta.
How does accommodation differ for small group tours in Botswana?
Small group tours stay at select lodges and camps including Zambezi Mubala Lodge on the riverfront and Camp Okavango in the delta. Most properties feature just 8-12 rooms offering a private safari experience. Accommodations range from well-appointed safari tents to boutique lodges. A TourRadar guest noted "staying at smaller camps meant we could really connect with the staff and other guests while enjoying amazing views of wildlife right from our deck."
What is the typical duration of a small group tour in Botswana?
Tours generally run between 7-12 days which allows time to explore key areas like Chobe National Park Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta. The Botswana Wilderness Trail spans 10 days while shorter week-long tours focus on specific regions. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Our 12-day tour gave us plenty of time to really experience each location without feeling rushed especially during our stay at Nxabega Okavango Safari Lodge."
What unique experiences are available to small groups that larger groups can't access?
Small groups can venture into remote areas including private concessions in the Okavango Delta and exclusive camping spots in Moremi Game Reserve. Activities often include walking safaris with expert trackers closer wildlife encounters in the Khwai concession and private sundowners in quiet locations. A TourRadar traveler shared that "being in a small group allowed us to quickly change plans to follow lion tracks something that wouldn't have been possible with a larger group."
What is the best way to experience the Okavango Delta in a small group?
The Delta experience typically combines mokoro trips walking safaris and game drives. Lodges like Nxabega Okavango Safari Lodge provide close-up Delta encounters with knowledgeable guides. As one TourRadar traveler described: "Our group of 8 split into pairs for mokoro rides making it incredibly peaceful as we glided through the Delta's channels spotting elephants and hippos up close."
How does transportation work between destinations on small group tours?
Travel methods include safari vehicles for game viewing and light aircraft for longer routes particularly to distant Delta camps. Groups often fly between Maun and the Okavango Delta while using specialized 4x4s for game drives. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The mix of transport kept the journey interesting from scenic flights over the Delta to comfortable drives between Chobe and Moremi."