Botswana - Featured Trips
The Green Season in Botswana (Dec-Mar) is becoming an increasingly popular time of year to travel with excellent value for money lodge rates. Hence it provides a great opportunity for people who could otherwise not afford Botswana or returning visitors who would like to experience a different side to a Botswana safari. However, you need to be aware what you are letting yourself in for when travelling during these months. Rainfall in Botswana typically consists of short afternoon showers - often a welcome relief from the heat of the day - however, prolonged heavy rains are not uncommon.
Game movements are largely affected by rainfall and hence the safari experience during Green Season is not the same to that during the dryer months, when large herds of animals are concentrated around permanent waterholes. In Green Season, game is typically widely dispersed due to the readily available rainwater that collects in pans scattered throughout the bush. There is still game present though in smaller numbers.
The scenery during Green Season however is refreshingly lush, the birdlife is spectacular and it is a privilege to see mothers with their newborn calves.
Green Season is considered the best for visiting the Central Kalahari and Makgadikgadi Pans. The summer rains transform these desolate landscapes into a thriving paradise, teeming with thousands of springbok, gemsbok, zebra and wildebeest, closely followed by hungry predators.
Below you will find some sample itineraries designed to show you a wide range of regions & activities and organised on a fully tailor-made basis. Hence they can be used as a starting point to give you an idea of what is possible and prices. We can generally make any adjustments to create a trip with your own unique requirements, interests and budget. You just let us know which bits are of interest and anything you would like to see changed. We hope these itineraries will whet your appetite. If you have any further questions or you would like us to develop a tailor-made itinerary, please do not hesitate to get in touch. BAOBAB prides itself on being able to offer a friendly and flexible service and we will do everything possible to ensure you have a fantastic Botswana experience.
 | ) This small group adventure safari starts in Maun and ends in Livingstone, Zambia. It explores the fascinating Okavango Delta water system and passes through some of the best wilderness areas of Botswana, ending at the world renowned Victoria Falls. Max group size of 12 people per safari. |
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 | ) This small group adventure safari forms a circular route around the Okavango Delta, starting in Kasane and ending in Livingstone, Zambia. The Five Rivers Safari offers a great value camping adventure through three countries - Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. Max group size of 12 people per safari. |
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 | ) This 11 day safari starts and ends in Maun and takes you into the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve on an authentic mobile tented safari adventure. Explore the Xakanaxa area of Moremi and the beautifull Khwai Community Area that surrounds the game reserve. Here you will be able to go on a walking safari and night game drives. |
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 | ) This best value lodge safari will take you to the best game parks in Botswana, including the magical waterways of Okavango Delta and the famous Victoria Falls in Zambia. We have carefully selected camps and lodges that offer the best value for money, whilst not compromising on the level of service. It is ideal for wildlife and birding enthusiasts and discerning travellers, who prefer a bit more comfort and luxury whilst on safari than offered on mobile safaris. |
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 | ) Leave behind all reflections of modern life and journey back to the true essence of Africa. A mobile safari allows you to get up close and personal to the miracle of nature. Fall asleep to the calls of the wild and wake up to the warmth & light of the African sun. It is a misconception however that camping safaris into the African bush mean bad food, dirty clothes and daily discomfort. This luxury mobile safari offers access into some of the most remote wilderness areas and at the same time offer comfortable accommodation, good food and personal service.
The Northern Hightlights Mobile Safari visits the Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta and in Chobe National Park both Savuti and Chobe River Front. Maximum group size of 12 people per safari. Extensions in Chobe and/or Livingstone can be arranged. |
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 | ) During this 13 day adventure safari through Botswana you will experience the wide open spaces of the Makgadikgadi Pans, the wildlife of Moremi Game Reserve, the unique scenery and waterways of the Okavango Delta, and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the famous Victoria Falls. This safari is only available during the dry season from July to October. |
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 | ) Visit the world renowned Kruger National Park, home to the Big Five, and combine this with dipping into the mystical & vibrant culture of the Venda people as you explore the stunning Limpopo region, and more wildlife safari in the Tuli region of Botswana and you have a most incredible Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa tour. This safari is suitable for both couples and families with children (preferably 12 years and older). |
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 | ) The unique and educational Elephant Interaction half day excursion is available to guests of Baine's and Stanley's Camps. The activity encompasses a leisurely paced
walk with a trio of semi-habituated
elephants, becoming personally acquainted
with them, observing and interacting with
them and a picnic lunch in their company. The excursion is offered by The Living with Elephants Foundation also known as Grey Matters, owned by Doug
and Sandi Groves'. This Botswana based
company supports the elephant trio: Jabu,
Thembi and Morula. As part of a unique
learning adventure, visitors accompany the
herd on daily foraging treks. Immersed in
elephant life, warm bonds of kinship grow
from a newly found appreciation of these
gentle giants. The three elephants were rescued from culling operations and adopted by Doug and Sandi. THe couple launched the Living with Elephants Foundation in 1999, dedicated to relieving competion between the African Elephant and the human population of Botswana. |
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