The 10 Day Kalahari Suricate Safari

“3 1/2 Paws”

This 10 day camping safari covers three remote and contrasting regions in northern Botswana – the open grasslands and salt pans of the Makgadikgadi, the remote desert environment of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and the pristine wetlands of the Okavango Delta. The gameviewing in these arid areas of Botswana is at its best just after the rains and it is during this period of March and April that we offer scheduled departures and customized safaris to these parks. Accommodation for the first four nights is in smaller bow tents with beds and bedding. A cook and camp handle the camp chores.

Days 1 to 4: Central Kalahari Game Reserve—Deception Valley

Guests must arrive in Maun in the morning. The group charters at around midday from Maun to a small airfield close to Deception Valley where your guide will meet you. Our pre-erected camp is set under the camelthorns on one of the numerous “tree islands” in the area. Activities centre on early morning and afternoon game drives within the Central Kalahari and along the legendary Deception Valley.

Days 5 and 6: The Makgadikgadi Pans Game Reserve

We drive to the Makgadikgadi Game Reserve. Activities are varied and include game drives to the salt pans, day outings to Baines’ Baobabs and walks in the area.


Day 7 to 9: Central Okavango—Jacana Camp

We drive back to Maun and transfer by light aircraft into the heart of the Okavango Delta to Jacana Camp. We spend the next three days exploring the lush Okavango waterways by mokoro and 4x4 Land Rovers enjoying the total contrast to the Kalahari. This camp is in a secluded concession area. Other activities include walking on the smaller islands and birdwatching. We may be lucky enough to sdee that elusive Sitatunga antelope or Pel’s Fishing Owl and many of the Okavango’s predators.

Day 10: End of Safari

After a final morning’s safari, the group is flown back to Maun to connect with their onward flights.

For more information about this and other parts of a South African safari experience, please contact us. Our experienced team will help you build the perfect safari pacakge.

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