Legacy of the Okavango
Legacy of the Okavango Journey 14 Days
- Duration
14 Days
- Price From
$8, 899
- Destinations
Chobe National Park
Savuti
Okavango Delta
Khwai/ Moremi
Makgadikgadi
Central Kalahari
Kasane → Chobe → Savuti → Okavango Delta → Khwai / Moremi → Makgadikgadi → Central Kalahari → Maun
A timeless expedition through Botswana’s living water wilderness
The Legacy of the Okavango Journey is a deep, unhurried safari designed for travelers who want to truly understand Botswana’s most iconic ecosystem. This 14-day overland journey follows the Okavango’s influence from the wildlife-rich Chobe River, through Savuti and the Delta’s waterways, across the ancient salt pans, and into the heart of the Central Kalahari — ending in Maun.
Safari Highlights
Chobe River boat safari & big-game drives
Predator-rich wilderness of Savuti
Extended stay in the Okavango Delta
Mokoro excursions & Delta game drives
Wildlife-rich Khwai / Moremi region
Vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans landscapes
Remote Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Fully guided overland 4×4 safari
Itinerary Overview
Day 1–2: Chobe National Park
Day 3–4: Savuti Region
Day 5–8: Okavango Delta
Day 9–10: Khwai / Moremi Area
Day 11: Makgadikgadi Pans
Day 12–13: Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Day 14: Return to Maun
Chobe National Park (Kasane)
Your safari begins in Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park.
Guided game drives along the Chobe Riverfront
Iconic Chobe River boat cruise
Exceptional elephant, buffalo, lion, and birdlife sightings
Overnight in Sahara Safaris’ fully serviced mobile tented camp
Day 1
Savuti Region – Chobe National Park
Travel south into the legendary Savuti Marsh, renowned for raw predator action.
Full-day 4×4 game drives
Explore Savuti Rock Paintings
Sightings of lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, and hyena
Remote wilderness camping with no fences and no crowds
Day 1
Okavango Delta
Enter the heart of Botswana’s most iconic ecosystem — the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Traditional mokoro (dug-out canoe) safaris
Guided walking safaris on Delta islands
Game drives across floodplains and palm-fringed channels
Four nights at an exclusive Sahara Safaris mobile camp, relocated seasonally to follow wildlife movements
Day 1
Khwai Community Concession / Moremi Area
Move to the wildlife-rich Khwai Community Concession, bordering Moremi Game Reserve.
Day and night game drives (not permitted inside national parks)
Strong leopard and wild dog territory
Cultural insight into community-based conservation
Mobile camp set along the Khwai River
Day 1
Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Journey east to the vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, one of the most dramatic landscapes in Botswana.
Expansive desert scenery and open game viewing
Seasonal zebra migration and flamingos
Sunset over the endless pans
Unique desert mobile camping experience
Day 1
Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Explore the remote heart of Botswana in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.
Game drives in one of Africa’s largest protected areas
Black-maned Kalahari lions, oryx, springbok, and brown hyena
Learn about San (Bushmen) tracking and survival traditions
Two nights at a secluded Sahara Safaris mobile camp
Day 1
Return to Maun
After a final morning activity, travel to Maun, the safari capital of Botswana.
End of safari services
Optional extensions to Victoria Falls or private Delta lodges
Day 1
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Spacious canvas tents with beds
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Ensuite bush toilets & bucket showers
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Freshly prepared meals by a local safari chef
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Professional Motswana guides with deep regional knowledge
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Solar-powered lighting & eco-friendly operations
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Authentic campfire evenings under Botswana skies
Day 1
✔ Accommodation in safari lodges or Mobile camps
✔ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicles
✔ River boat safaris on the Chobe River
✔ Professional safari guides
✔ Park fees and conservation levies
✘ International or regional flights
✘ Visa fees (if visiting Victoria Falls)
✘ Alcoholic beverages (unless specified)
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Optional activities (fishing, helicopter flights, bungee, etc.)
✘ Items of personal nature
