Thamalakane River Cruise
The Socioolite collection · 6 days / 5 nights

Classical Budget Botswana

Explore Botswana over six days, connecting the Okavango region with Chobe’s wildlife landscapes on a budget safari with varied perspectives on the bush.

From R 43 291,00ZAR · per person sharing

Privately curated · Local safari specialists · Personal travel concierge

Your journey6 days · 5 nights
Your destinationsBotswana
Arrival / departureTBC
Published starting rateFrom R43,291.00
Botswana · Classical Budget Botswana

Chobe to Moremi.
Closer to the wild.

Explore Botswana over six days, connecting the Okavango region with Chobe’s wildlife landscapes on a budget safari with varied perspectives on the bush.

Discover Botswana through more than one wildlife landscape. This six-day budget safari connects the Okavango region with Moremi and Chobe, combining camp stays and the daily activities that bring you closer to the country’s waterways and bush.

Take the next step towards your Botswana safari. Send your dates, party size and preferred budget to request the full route and camp arrangements, with transport, activities and any flight connections confirmed in your proposal.

Accommodation is subject to availability. Your personal proposal confirms the property, activity schedule and travel arrangements.

Your journey, day by day

Discover the places.
Experience the journey.

Thamalakane River Cruise
Thamalakane River Cruise
01
Day 01 · Botswana

Arrival in Maun – Gateway to the Delta

At first your safari begins in Maun, the heart of Botswana’s safari industry. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your expert guide and receive a detailed briefing about your journey.

Relax along the Thamalakane River and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Your journey includes
  • English-speaking guide
  • Welcome drinks at lodge
  • Inclusive lunch
  • Sunset cruise Thamalakane River
  • Traditional Buffet dinner
  • Overnight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Dining & refreshmentsWelcome drinks at lodgeInclusive lunchTraditional Buffet dinner
Your overnight stayOvernight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Lion cubs sightings
Lion cubs sightings
02
Day 02 · Botswana

Full Day Moremi Game Reserve Safari

Wake up to the sounds of African birdlife and enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking the river. Balanced against exploring one of Africa’s finest wildlife reserves, the spectacular Moremi Game Reserve. Equally important this protected wilderness combines permanent waterways with dry savannah islands, creating ideal habitat for diverse wildlife. A picnic lunch in the bush allows you to fully immerse yourself in the wilderness.

Your journey includes
  • Full English breakfast
  • Picnic bush lunch
  • Full-day Moremi Game Reserve
  • Morning Big Five safari drive
  • Afternoon Big Five safari drive
  • Full board meals
  • Full board local drinks
  • Evening dinner at the lodge
  • Overnight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Dining & refreshmentsFull English breakfastPicnic bush lunchFull board mealsFull board local drinksEvening dinner at the lodge
Your overnight stayOvernight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Mokoro Ride Okavango Delta
Mokoro Ride Okavango Delta
03
Day 03 · Botswana

Maun Immersive Cultural Tour – Mokoro Safari Ride

In addition experience the heart and soul of Botswana with a Maun Immersive Cultural Tour, where rich traditions, local lifestyles, and heritage come together in one unforgettable journey, located on the edge of the world-famous Okavango Delta, the vibrant town of Maun serves as the cultural gateway to northern Botswana, offering travellers a unique opportunity to connect with local communities beyond the typical safari experience. End your day with a peaceful mokoro canoe excursion through the delta channels, gliding silently through the waterways allows you to observe birds, antelope and aquatic wildlife up close.

Your journey includes
  • Full English breakfast
  • Cultural village experience
  • Basket weaving demonstrations
  • Community storytelling
  • Meet local villagers
  • Local craft markets
  • Traditional local lunch
  • Mokoro canoe excursion
  • Riverfront wildlife encounters
  • Evening dinner at the lodge
  • Overnight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Dining & refreshmentsFull English breakfastTraditional local lunchEvening dinner at the lodge
Your overnight stayOvernight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar
Picnic bush lunch
Picnic bush lunch
04
Day 04 · Botswana

Travel to Chobe National Park & Sunset Safari Drive

Welcome to Chobe National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations, located in northern Botswana along the banks of the legendary Chobe River, famous for having one of the largest concentrations of elephants in the world, Chobe offers an unforgettable safari experience featuring diverse ecosystems, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking riverfront scenery.

Your journey includes
  • Full English breakfast
  • Scenic flight from Maun to Kasane Airport
  • Welcome drinks at camp
  • Sunset safari drive Chobe National Park
  • Big Five wildlife encounters
  • Lions and leopards
  • African wild dogs
  • Elephants and buffalo
  • Evening dinner at the lodge
  • Overnight Chobe River Lodge or Similar
Dining & refreshmentsFull English breakfastWelcome drinks at campEvening dinner at the lodge
Your overnight stayOvernight Chobe River Lodge or Similar
Cheetah sighting
Cheetah sighting
05
Day 05 · Botswana

Morning & Afternoon Safari in Chobe National Park

Today is dedicated to a morning and afternoon safari in Chobe National Park, one of the best wildlife experiences in Southern Africa, the perfect combination of wildlife and natural wonder with this unforgettable safari. This short yet immersive journey is ideal for travellers seeking Big Five encounters and river safaris.

Your journey includes
  • Full English breakfast
  • Lunch at lodge
  • Chobe National Park
  • Morning Big Five safari drive
  • Afternoon Big Five safari drive
  • Evening dinner at the lodge
  • Overnight Chobe River Lodge or Similar
Dining & refreshmentsFull English breakfastLunch at lodgeEvening dinner at the lodge
Your overnight stayOvernight Chobe River Lodge or Similar
Chobe River Lodge
Chobe River Lodge
06
Day 06 · Botswana

Transfer to Kasane Via Kazungula

Summing up, after breakfast, travel across the Botswana Zimbabwe border to spectacular, the Kazungula Quadruple Point Tour is one of the most fascinating geographical locations in Africa, located where the borders of Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe come together, this unique destination offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness a rare international boundary convergence along the mighty Zambezi River.

Your journey includes
  • Full English breakfast
  • Morning safari drive in Chobe
  • Quadruple Point Tour
  • Road transfer to Kasane Airport
  • Riverfront wildlife encounters
  • Big Five encounters
Dining & refreshmentsFull English breakfast
The art of staying well

Places that become part of the journey.

Island Safari Lodge accommodation
Photo: Island Safari Lodge
Maun · Accommodation option

Island Safari Lodge

A riverside lodge on the Thamalakane River, offering a relaxed base for exploring the Maun and Okavango region.

Big Five Chobe Lodge accommodation
Photo: Big Five Chobe Lodge
Chobe · Accommodation option

Big Five Chobe Lodge

Chalet accommodation in the Kazungula area, with access to Chobe wildlife and river experiences.

Thamalakane River Cruise
Thamalakane River Cruise
Your accommodation

Thamalakane River Lodge

Overnight Thamalakane River Lodge or Similar

Thamalakane River Cruise
Thamalakane River Cruise
Your accommodation

Chobe River Lodge

Overnight Chobe River Lodge or Similar

Named lodges or similar properties, subject to availability. Room categories and final night-by-night allocations are confirmed in writing.

A considered package

The details that make it seamless.

Your journey includes

  • English speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Entry & park fees
  • Ground handling
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Domestic flights as per itinerary

Not included

  • International flights
  • All optional activities
  • Bar Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • 10% Gratuity recommended per day

Before confirmation

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Choose your travel category

Your safari. Your booking.

Published rates are in South African rand (ZAR), per person. Solo, sharing, group and child categories are listed separately. Your quote confirms dates, availability and inclusions.

Price Per Person From: 6 Day Budget

S

Single (S)

R632,201.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

PPs

Per person sharing (PPs)

R43,291.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

SCH · Groups of 10+

Scheduled group departure

R41,691.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

CLD · Ages 0–12

Child aged 0–12 years

R25,727.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

Price Per Person From: 6 Day Midrange

S

Single (S)

R101,487.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

PPs

Per person sharing (PPs)

R65,739.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

SCH · Groups of 10+

Scheduled group departure

R64,139.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

CLD · Ages 0–12

Child aged 0–12 years

R41,027.00

ZAR · Per traveller · 6 days / 5 nights

Request your preferred category for a personal quote. Rates, availability and payment arrangements are confirmed before booking.

The finer details

Your travel arrangements.

  • Departure: TBC
  • Departure time: TBC
  • Return time: TBC
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