Botswana Mobile Camping Safari
Authentic bush camping through the Delta and Chobe
Your Route
Maun → Moremi → Khwai → Savuti → Chobe → Kasane
Route Details
Moremi Game Reserve
Moremi
Camping in the heart of the Okavango Delta with predator-rich plains.
Highlights
- Wild dog and lion territories
- Mokoro excursions into Delta channels
- Camping in unfenced wilderness
- Night sounds of the African bush
Khwai Community Concession
Khwai
Community-run area allowing night drives and off-road.
Highlights
- Night drives with spotlight
- Leopard sightings along riverfront
- Community interaction
- Off-road driving flexibility
Savuti Channel
Savuti
Legendary predator-prey battleground with elephant-hunting lions.
Highlights
- Elephant-hunting lion prides
- Bull elephants at Savuti Channel
- Ancient San rock paintings
- Raw wilderness feel
Chobe Riverfront
Chobe
Massive elephant herds along the Chobe River.
Highlights
- Elephant herds in the hundreds
- Boat safari on Chobe River
- Buffalo and hippo concentrations
- Sunset boat cruise
A Typical Day
Sample from Moremi Game Reserve
5:30–6:30
Wake to camp sounds, coffee by fire
7:00–12:00
Game drive through Moremi
12:00–15:00
Lunch at camp, help set up
15:00–18:00
Mokoro trip or walking safari
18:00–21:00
Dinner around campfire, night sounds
Activities
Included Activities
Optional (additional cost)
Is This Right for You?
Best for
Budget-conscious adventurers, solo travelers joining groups, repeat visitors wanting different Botswana experience, those valuing authenticity over comfort.
Not ideal for
Luxury seekers, those with mobility issues, travelers uncomfortable with basic facilities, or families with young children.
Trade-offs
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Best Time to Go
Dry Season
Peak wildlife concentrations, accessible roads, cool nights
Green Season
Some roads impassable, lower rates, dramatic skies
Why This Itinerary Works
Every Vurara Safaris itinerary reflects specific trade-offs. Here is the reasoning behind this route:
10 days balances depth at each location against travel fatigue. Shorter trips sacrifice wildlife time; longer trips face diminishing returns.
Segment order minimizes backtracking and positions high-density wildlife areas at optimal points in the journey.
Budget tier prioritizes wildlife access over amenities. Shared vehicles and basic camps reduce per-person costs without sacrificing game viewing.
Budget-conscious adventurers, solo travelers joining groups, repeat visitors wanting different Botswana experience, those valuing authenticity over comfort.
Why each segment was chosen:
Moremi Game Reserve
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
Khwai Community Concession
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
Savuti Channel
Location selected for wildlife density, logistical efficiency, and alignment with stated priorities.
Chobe Riverfront
River frontage creates reliable elephant and predator sightings. Boat safaris add activity variety.
These decisions are not arbitrary. They reflect documented trade-offs from thousands of safari conversations.
How Vurara Safaris makes decisionsCustomization Options
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Available Extensions
Victoria Falls
Add 2 nights at Victoria Falls
Cost Context
$4,000–$7,000/pp
Per person estimate
This cost band represents typical per-person pricing for this itinerary pattern. Actual costs vary based on accommodation tier, travel mode, season, and party size.
Excluding international flights
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