What is the accommodation like, and how much driving would there be? Out of 16 days, how much wildlife days are there? Are there any other excluded costs?

There wont be more of driving apart from going to another property. There is a lot of wildlife that you are going to see in Botswana. The tour only is included on the rate. Should you wish to book extras such as pre, post night and transfers, they will be other costs added.

I am a solo traveler. I'm interested in finding out what kind of single supplements or surcharges I would have to pay if any.

We have guaranteed tours on the 2 september 16 september, 23rd september and 30th september. Regarding the single supplement, at the moment the tours are not full so you may end up getting a single by default, however should you want to secure a single exclusively the additional cost will be Euros 240, this cost is for the 7 nights where we stay in permanent structured lodge accommodation and the sole use of a mobile tent on tour

Please advise if it is possible to upgrade any of the accommodation, and if all camp sites have toilets' and showers. The walk with the Bushman can you advise how long that would be?

There is no reason to upgrade you might as well book the accommodated tour which is identical to camping.

Would I need to bring a sleeping bag for this trip? Air mattress? I am 75 but used to wilderness camping so would I be able to take this trip? I'm thinking the February 11 departure. Where would we be picked up in the 11th?

No, sleeping bags and camping mattresses are not provided for on our camping tours. It is up to the client to bring their own sleeping bag, pillow and travel mat (If they require). Please bear in mind that you need to be walking fit and able to get in and out of the Drifters truck + the 4x4 safari vehicles with ease. Regrettably at this stage the 11th February Botswana Camping tour is on provisional status; we require a minimum of 4 confirmed guests in order to guarantee it. The 16 Day tour starts and ends at ONOMO Signature Lux Hotel in Sandton. Yes, we would recommend you bring mosquito repellent with you to Botswana.

Would you take a 72 year old?

A 72 year old is no problem as long as they are fit and healthy and can climb in and out of the truck. We do not have a departure on the 8 July. To be safe I would book our 1 July departure that is already guaranteed and had 6 people on already.

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Overland Truck: Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
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Group Size 4 - 16
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Itinerary

Day 1
Johannesburg to Kang
Meals
Dinner (Catered meal)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through North West South Africa
- Kalahari Desert crossing
Landmarks
Kalahari Desert
Day 2
Kang to Ghanzi
Meals
Breakfast (Sumptuous breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided bush walk led by true Bushman/San guides
- Educational bushman survival skills demonstration
Landmarks
Ghanzi
Days 3 - 5
Okavango Delta
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Okavango Delta exploration
- Guided walks in the Delta led by local Motswana guides
- Mokoro excursion through reed channels
- Sunset boat trip
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta (R665 – R3760 depending on group size)
Landmarks
Okavango Delta
Day 6
Okavango Delta to Maun
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boteti River Sunset viewing
Optional Activities
- Village walk from Drifters Lodge in Maun (Pula 50 - prices may vary)
Landmarks
Boteti River
Days 7 - 10
National Parks Game Drives
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- 4x4 open vehicle game drives
- Private non-fenced campsites
- Extensive first-hand game viewing experience
- Explore the heart of National Geographic's photography region
Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Third Bridge
Xakanaxa
Savuti
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Day 11
National Parks to Maun
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive on the way out of the park
- Visit to Maun
Day 12
Maun to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Remote campsite on the edge of the pans
- Night under the stars (weather permitting)
- Star gazing with guide explanation of constellations
Landmarks
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Day 13
Makgadikgadi Pans to Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Chobe National Park exploration, especially elephants
- Extensive boat cruise on the Chobe River viewing hippos, crocodiles, and river birds
Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Chobe River
Day 14
Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Victoria Falls National Park entry fee included
Optional Activities
- Aircraft flip over the falls (own expense)
- Boat trip on the Zambezi River (own expense)
- White water rafting (Low water: USD 150, High water: USD 140)
- Tribal village visit (own expense)
- Curio market (own expense)
- Gorge Swing (USD 95), Tandem Gorge Swing (USD 140)
- Zip line (USD 70), Tandem Zip line (USD 110)
- Flying Fox (USD 45), Canopy tour (USD 55)
- Half Day Adrenalin High wire pass (USD 140)
- Adrenalin High wire & Canopy tour pass (USD 175)
- Adventure Pass - choose any 2 from: White Water Rafting, Upper Zambezi Canoeing, Half Day Adrenalin, 12/13 Minutes Helicopter, Night Drive (USD 305 with cruise almost free)
- Safari Pass - choose 1 plus Chobe trip from: Half Day Adrenalin, White water rafting, Upper Zambezi Canoeing, Night Drive (USD 293)
- Rafting + Gorge Swing Combo (USD 200)
- 12/13 Minutes Helicopter (USD 150)
- Micro light Flight (USD 174 - Zambia only, requires dual visa)
- Full Day Chobe (USD 160)
- Horse Riding Safari - Experienced (USD 85) or Novice (USD 80)
- Game Drive (USD 95)
- Night Drive (USD 130)
- Sundowner Cruise (USD 50)
- Fishing 3 hrs (USD 120)
- Upper Zambezi Canoeing (USD 150)
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls National Park
Day 15
Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Final tour meal celebrating the adventure)
Included Activities
- Last opportunity to view game on route to Francistown
- Scenic drive from Zimbabwe to Botswana
Day 16
Francistown to Johannesburg
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive from Botswana to South Africa
Landmarks
Limpopo River

Landmarks
Kalahari Desert

Landmarks
Ghanzi

Landmarks
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Boteti River

Landmarks
Moremi Game Reserve
Third Bridge
Xakanaxa
Savuti
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Landmarks
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

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Chobe National Park
Chobe River

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Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls National Park

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Limpopo River

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Stella
September 20th, 2025
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Alexandra
October 13th, 2023
5.0
Our two guides Samu and Tswola were super nice, organized and helpful. The accommodations were brilliant, and very...
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Susan
March 1st, 2023
5.0
Accommodations were perfect locations. The 2 guides were more like family as we were only 3 travellers. Had an...
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Dan
Asked on September 26th, 2023
What is the accommodation like, and how much driving would there be? Out of 16 days, how much wildlife days are there? Are there any other excluded costs?
Accommodation
Tour Details
Transport
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written September 2023
  There wont be more of driving apart from going to another property. There is a lot of wildlife that you are going to see in Botswana. The tour only is included on the rate. Should you wish to book extras such as pre, post night and transfers, they will be other costs added.
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Daniela
Asked on April 29th, 2023
I am a solo traveler. I'm interested in finding out what kind of single supplements or surcharges I would have to pay if any.
Single supplement
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written April 2023
  We have guaranteed tours on the 2 september 16 september, 23rd september and 30th september. Regarding the single supplement, at the moment the tours are not full so you may end up getting a single by default, however should you want to secure a single exclusively the additional cost will be Euros 240, this cost is for the 7 nights where we stay in permanent structured lodge accommodation and the sole use of a mobile tent on tour
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Douglas
Asked on March 7th, 2023
Please advise if it is possible to upgrade any of the accommodation, and if all camp sites have toilets' and showers. The walk with the Bushman can you advise how long that would be?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written March 2023
  There is no reason to upgrade you might as well book the accommodated tour which is identical to camping.
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  Douglas
  Traveler•Written March 2023
  Thank you, are you able to provide a link to the tour with the details and cost please
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Lisa
Asked on January 5th, 2023
Would I need to bring a sleeping bag for this trip? Air mattress? I am 75 but used to wilderness camping so would I be able to take this trip? I'm thinking the February 11 departure. Where would we be picked up in the 11th?
Accommodation
Age Range
Tour Details
- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written January 2023
  No, sleeping bags and camping mattresses are not provided for on our camping tours. It is up to the client to bring their own sleeping bag, pillow and travel mat (If they require). Please bear in mind that you need to be walking fit and able to get in and out of the Drifters truck + the 4x4 safari vehicles with ease. Regrettably at this stage the 11th February Botswana Camping tour is on provisional status; we require a minimum of 4 confirmed guests in order to guarantee it. The 16 Day tour starts and ends at ONOMO Signature Lux Hotel in Sandton. Yes, we would recommend you bring mosquito repellent with you to Botswana.
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Morgan
Asked on December 30th, 2022
Would you take a 72 year old?
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- Drifters Adventure ToursOperator•Written December 2022
  A 72 year old is no problem as long as they are fit and healthy and can climb in and out of the truck. We do not have a departure on the 8 July. To be safe I would book our 1 July departure that is already guaranteed and had 6 people on already.

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- Rabies - Recommended for Botswana.Zimbabwe. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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