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18 to 35s Essential Botswana (including Makgadikgadi Pans)

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4.4 (13 reviews)
  • Pair of zebras standing in a rocky landscape.
  • City skyline during sunset with a prominent circular building.
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  • Aerial view of a densely built urban area with tall buildings.
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Guided in English
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    Leopard
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Johannesburg

    Johannesburg

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Apartheid Museum
    Landmarks
    Apartheid Museum
  3. Day 2

    Johannesburg to Khama Rhino Sanctuary

    Johannesburg to Khama Rhino Sanctuary
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Sunset Safari at Khama Rhino Sanctuary
    Landmarks
    Khama Rhino Sanctuary
  4. Day 3

    Maun

    Maun
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Landmarks
    Okavango Delta
  5. Day 4

    Okavango Delta

    Okavango Delta
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Mokoro Safari through Okavango Delta

    Optional Activities

    • Bush walk with wildlife viewing
    Landmarks
    Okavango Delta
  6. Day 5

    Okavango Delta

    Okavango Delta
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Mokoro paddle through papyrus and reed beds
    • Bush walk with wildlife viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Cook-led cooking class
    Landmarks
    Okavango Delta
  7. Day 6

    Gweta - Makgadikgadi Pans

    Gweta - Makgadikgadi Pans
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Group dinner under the open sky)

    Included Activities

    • 4WD adventure to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
    • Baobab tree stop and education
    • Sunset viewing with sundowners
    Landmarks
    Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
  8. Day 7

    Chobe National Park

    Chobe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Landmarks
    Chobe National Park
  9. Day 8

    Chobe National Park

    Chobe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Open Safari Vehicle Morning Safari in Chobe National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset safari
    • River cruise (BWP580)
    Landmarks
    Chobe National Park
  10. Day 9

    Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls

    Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led orientation walk through Victoria Falls town

    Optional Activities

    • Whitewater rafting (Seasonal, USD126, excludes USD10 NP Fee)
    • Jet Boat (Seasonal, USD110, excludes USD10 NP Fee)
    • Traditional Village Tour (USD55)
    • Bridge Tour (USD68)
    • Flying Fox / Bridge Slide / Zipline (USD48)
    • Bridge Swing (USD168)
    • Helicopter flight 12 mins (USD150, excludes USD25 Fuel & NP Fee)
    • Helicopter flight 25 mins (USD284, excludes USD30 Fuel & NP Fee)
    • Standard Sunset Cruise (USD45, excludes USD10 NP Fee)
    • River Song Sunset Cruise (USD75, excludes USD10 NP Fee)
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls

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4.4
Overall rating based on 13 Reviews
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    3.0
  • Transport
    3.8
  • Guide
    2.7
  • Accommodation
    4.2
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
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  • Limara
    Limara4.0•August 2024
    The group was amazing, we all got along really well and made great memories!
    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you for taking the tome to post a review. We are delighted to know you group was amazing and that you got along well and made some amazing memories. We do hope you find another of our itineraries to your liking and we can welcome you on another of our adventures soon.
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  • Omar5.0•January 2020
    I've never camped for that long before and it was an incredible experience! So glad I got to see so much of Botswana...
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    Traveled in December 2019
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    Thanks so much Omar!
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  • Carolyn
    Carolyn3.0•December 2019
    Intrepid tour problems: Day 6 and leader still doesn't know that there are 3 veggies for dinner. Leader doesn't know...
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    Traveled in November 2019
  • Melissa5.0•September 2019
    Great food, lots of assistance from the guides. Learnt a lot from everyone working on this tour including jay,...
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Mariah4.5•September 2019
    As a travel agent, knowing first-hand how genuine the experience is to local culture & sustainable travel/tourism....
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Luke4.5•September 2019
    It was everything that we wanted out of a Africa Safari trip. The team that we had was great everyone was friendly...
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Julie4.0•September 2019
    Having guides such as Doc really gave a sense of authenticity.He does not only come from south Africa but knows 11...
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Rhiannon4.5•September 2019
    Overall a really great trip, loved the small group size and itinerary.
    Traveled in January 2019
  • Katarina4.5•September 2019
    The itinerary packed in so much within the limited days and the guides David and Gift were fantastic always willing...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • Elise5.0•September 2019
    David and gift we’re amazing they made the trip so fun and I never felt unsafe or dissatisfied with anything Africa...
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    Traveled in January 2019

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    Steven

    Asked on December 8th, 2023

    Can a 45 yr old go on this tour. I'm extremely active and fit.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023

      Unfortunately this trip is an age restricted tour which is only for travelers between the ages of 18-29. We can suggest you below tours which are similar and are not age restricted: Premium Botswana, Botswana Adventure, Botswana Highlights, Premium Botswana & Namibia

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    Jess

    Asked on March 19th, 2023

    Is the tent provided in the campsites? I'm a single traveller do I have to build my own tent?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023

      Yes, you will need to assemble your own tent however your guide will teach you and assist on tour. On my Africa trip, I had some helpful new friends in my group pitch the tent with me.

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    Luke

    Asked on January 25th, 2023

    do you still need the proof of vaccination certificate

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2023

      Currently, Intrepid no longer requires proof of vaccination to join our tours but different countries have different requirements that may change at any time. We would suggest checking frequently with government websites and embassies to ensure you meet entry requirements.

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    Ashley

    Asked on January 10th, 2023

    Is there a lot of driving in this tour and do you offer one around botswana that starts and ends in Victoria Falls

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023

      Yes, you will be driving to each city included in the itinerary, and driving distance will vary daily. Our Botswana Highlights tour is Victoria Falls round trip.

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    Judy

    Asked on June 27th, 2022

    We'll be in Vic falls around the 17th of July. We are looking to visit Livingstone, Zambia (1 night), Caprivi/Katima lilo, Namibia (1 night) and Chobe (1 night) then return to Zim. In Zim (17th-19th), we are looking for an evening river cruise, entry to the Vic falls park and possibly a meal at the Boma restaurant. If meals are included, they need to have vegan options. Also, due to a significant health issue, we would need as much shade from the sun as possible. Can you let us know your pricing for a package that includes transport, all transfers, 3-4 star accommodation and one game drive in Chobe. Can you also include a quote if we were to exclude Namibia? And one which includes the options mentioned in Zim?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2022

      We don't have an itinerary that would suit your request. We do offer a tailor made service, but that requires a lead time of at least 12 weeks, and minimum of 2 travelers. We have a large variety of trips to these areas, though the nature of travel is quite varied (including things like trekking), as are the accommodations. With trips to this area, we typically offer accommodations that can range from tents in the desert and homestays, to basic hotels.

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    Megan

    Asked on May 9th, 2022

    Do I need to fly between each country? How many flights does this involve besides the beginning and end of the tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2022

      The transportations used on our Essential Botswana tour are Overland vehicles, Open safari vehicles, and Mokoro. This tour does not include any flights.

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