Botswana Best of the Best
9 Nights
Itinerary
Accommodation
DUBA PLAINS PRIVATE RESERVE
Set in the enthralling Okavango Delta, the Duba Plains Private Reserve is one of the best places to start your exploration of the wild areas of Botswana. The landscape is characterised by vast plains dotted with fig, ebony, and garcinia trees and traversed by a network of pristine waterways. Visitors can look forward to leisurely boating excursions along the tranquil rivers of the Delta, thrilling game drives, and mystical night drives in the African bush to spot a wealth of nocturnal wildlife. Commonly spotted species include hippo, blue wildebeest, hyena, giraffe, elephant, lechwe, buffalo, tsessebe, and warthog. Visitors can spot up to 200 species of bird, take horse riding safaris through the untouched grasslands, and enjoy a glass of wine under the African night sky.
DAY 1
DAY NOTES
On arrival in Maun you will be met and assisted to your Light Aircraft for your flight to Duba Plains Camp.
Activities included: Early morning and late afternoon/early evening game drives in an open 4×4 vehicle and boat-based activities when water levels permit.
- Charter Flight from Maun Airport [MUB] to Duba Plains Camp
- Check-in to Duba Plains Camp
INCLUDED:
Fully inclusive of accommodation, scheduled wildlife activities, meals, daily laundry, return airstrip road transfers,
alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including premium brand spirits and champagne.
– The return scheduled seat in plane air transfers from Maun and/or Kasane Airports, as well as inter-camp air transfers from properties in the greater Okavango Delta and Linyanti/Savuti regions, to this camp are now automatically included in the nightly rate – subject to a minimum 2 night stay.
Every suite, including the Duba Plains Suite, come with a complete camera kit of the latest Canon 5D, 100-
400mm and wide angle lens in addition to a pair of 8×42 binoculars for guest’s complimentary private use.
EXCLUDED:
Exclusive of mandatory nightly conservation levy and in camp spa services.
Accommodation
SELINDA RESERVE
Situated in northern Botswana, the Selinda Reserve is a 120 000 hectare private wildlife reserve. Sandwiched between the Savute Channel, Chobe National Park and the sensational Okavango Delta, this sanctuary is well off the beaten track and offers visitors an exclusive wildlife viewing experience. This varied landscape hosts a wide selection of species in diverse habitats. Visitors can enjoy eco-friendly safaris including guided bush walks, 4X4 game drives, and boat safaris. Spot an array of magnificent of wildlife such as the rare roan and sable antelopes, lion, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, African wild dog, and large elephant herds.
DAY 4
DAY NOTES
After breakfast you will be transferred to your Light Aircraft for your flight to Selinda Camp.
Activities available: Early morning and late afternoon/early evening game drives in an open 4×4 vehicle, guided bush walks, boat-based activities when water levels permit and in-room massages.
- Check-out from Duba Plains Camp
- Charter Flight from Duba Plains Camp to Selinda Camp
- Check-in to Selinda Camp
INCLUDED:
Fully inclusive of accommodation, scheduled wildlife activities, meals, laundry, return airstrip road transfers,
alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including premium brand spirits and champagne.
– The return scheduled seat in plane air transfers from Maun and/or Kasane Airports, as well as inter-camp air transfers from properties in the greater Okavango Delta and Linyanti/Savuti regions, to this camp are now automatically included in the nightly rate – subject to a minimum 2 night stay.
Each suite, including the Selinda Suite, includes one pair of Swarovski HD binoculars and a professional Canon
camera body and lens kit for complimentary use.
EXCLUDED:
Exclusive of mandatory nightly conservation levy and in camp spa services.
MAPULA AND SEKWANA CONCESSION
The Mapula and Sekwana Concession, also known as NG12 (an acronym for the broader Ngamiland) is situated north of the breathtaking Okavango Delta, spreading out over 220,000 acres, and is accessible via a 45-minute light aircraft trip from Maun. This Community Concession boasts magnificent delta landscapes, as well as mopane woodlands. In the southern part of the park, visitors will be able to see prolific birdlife (African paradise flycatcher, Carmine bee-eaters, and the endangered wattled crane) as well as giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, lions, wild dogs, and numerous antelope species. A range of guided tours and game drives are on offer. Several villages are encompassed by the concession, and the local communities work in conjunction with NG12 management to sustain the beautiful natural area.
DAY 7
DAY NOTES
After breakfast you will be transferred to your Light Aricraft for your flight to Xigera.
Enjoy lunch and then depart in early afternoon for your afternoon activity.
- Check-out from Selinda Camp
- Charter Flight from Selinda Camp to Xigera Safari Lodge
- Check-in to Xigera Safari Lodge
INCLUDED:
• All meals;
• Park fees, accommodation taxes, applicable tourism levies and all relevant Value Added Tax (VAT);
• All non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (with the exception of wines, spirits and champagnes on the Premium List);
• Daily laundry service (weather and water supply permitting)
• All activities, including game drives, boating, seasonal catch-and-release fishing, mekoro excursions, walking, scheduled yoga classes, use of the gym, pool and library; and
• In-suite Wi-Fi.
EXCLUDED:
• All international flights, light aircraft transfer flights to and from the Lodge;
• Travel insurance and visas;
• Scenic flights;
• Discretionary gratuities;
• All purchases from the Xigera Shop;
• Private yoga classes;
• All spa treatments and spa products; and
• Drinks on the Premium List.
DAY 10
END OF ITINERARY
DAY NOTES
After breakfast you will be transferred to your light aircraft for your flight back to Maun.
- Check-out from Xigera Safari Lodge
- Charter Flight from Xigera Safari Lodge to Maun Airport [MUB]
