Fly in by light aircraft and immerse yourself in Botswana's most productive game-viewing areas with six nights at Kwando's premier camps: Splash, Lebala, and Lagoon. All camps are situated in vast private concessions, offering a range of game-viewing activities. Kwando is renowned for its dedication to providing a high-quality, traditional safari experience, focusing on authentic bush encounters and unparalleled wildlife sightings

Highlights
  • Prime game viewing in remote locations
  • High probability of spotting wild dogs
  • Traverse extensive private concession land
  • Experience the Okavango Delta
  • Mokoro trips (dugout canoe)
  • Game cruise by motorized boat
  • Game drives in open 4x4 Land Cruisers
  • Only six guests per vehicle
  • Off-road game drives and night drives
  • Interpretive bush walks
  • Luxury tented safari accommodation

Map of our 7 Day Best of Kwando Botswana Safari

This seven-day safari includes six nights at two or three of Kwando's top camps – Splash Camp in the Okavango Delta, and Lebala Camp and Lagoon Camp on the edge of the Kwando River. Choose between spending two nights at each camp or a more relaxed itinerary with three nights at Splash followed by three nights at Lagoon Camp (or vice versa).

The safari pricing includes local inter-lodge flights, with Maun as the start and endpoint. Alternatively, you can fly in or out of Kasane, perfect for combining this safari with a visit to Victoria Falls.

What We Love About the Kwando Circuit

The Kwando safari circuit is among Botswana's top value-for-money options. Beyond their camps in Nxai Pan and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Kwando boasts two vast private concession areas: the Kwara concession on the northern edge of the Okavango Delta and the original Kwando concession along the Kwando River in the far north. These areas are prime for game viewing and are well-known for regular sightings of wild dogs.

7 Day Best of Kwando Botswana Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Splash Camp

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Sunset boat cruise at Splash Camp

(Image: Splash Camp)

Arrive in Maun, where a representative will assist with your short, scenic flight to Splash Camp in the Okavango Delta. Splash Camp is one of our favourite safari camps, offering exceptional game-viewing opportunities in the private Kwara concession in the northern reaches of the delta.

Enjoy various activities, including open-vehicle game drives, bush walks, mokoro trips, boat cruises, and fishing. Splash Camp represents the best of the Okavango Delta at a reasonable price compared to other top lodges. Spend three nights at Splash.

Day 2 & Day 3: Exploring the Kwara Concession

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Elephants on the move

(Image: Lagoon Camp)

Immerse yourself in the daily safari experience at Splash Camp. Each day includes morning and afternoon activities tailored to your preferences. After sundowners, embark on a night drive to spot nocturnal animals before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Day 4: Transfer to Lagoon Camp

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Sunset at Lagoon Camp

After an early morning activity and breakfast, transfer to the Kwara Airstrip for your flight to Lagoon Camp in the north of Botswana's sprawling Kwando concession. Check in and enjoy a light lunch before an afternoon game drive or boat cruise.

Lagoon Camp offers stunning views and luxury tented accommodation along the Kwando River. Enjoy boat cruises and 4x4 game drives through pristine wilderness known for its predator sightings, especially African wild dogs.

Days 5 & Day 6: Adventures at Lagoon Camp

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Leopard sighting at Lagoon Camp

(Image: Lagoon Camp)

Experience morning and afternoon game drives with expert guides. Early morning drives offer the best chances to see wildlife, while afternoon activities include action-packed drives or relaxed sunset cruises on the Kwando River.

The northern reaches of the Kwando concession are well-known for large herds of elephants, buffalo and other big game, which attracts predators such as lions, leopards, African wild dogs and hyenas.

Day 7: Final Safari and Departure

After a final early morning game drive, check out and board your flight back to Maun (or Kasane) for your onward flight.

Alternatively, spend two nights at Splash Camp, two nights at Lagoon Camp and two nights at Lebala Camp on the floodplains of the Kwando River. Lebala is an intimate safari camp that offers walking safaris and game drives.

Flights

All local inter-lodge flights are conducted by Moremi Air using light aircraft like the reliable Cessna. This means a strict weight limit of 20 kg per person in soft bags applies (15 kg plus 5 kg hand luggage).

These scenic flights are very safe and typically fly at low altitudes, offering magnificent views over the bush and waterways of Botswana.

Suggested Extension: Victoria Falls

Pair our 7 Day Best of Kwando Botswana Safari with a few days at Victoria Falls, one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world. Extend your adventure and experience the magnificent waterfall, various adventure activities, and cultural tours.

Top Tailor-Made Safari Itineraries

While this itinerary offers a brilliant safari experience as is, it's just one of many ways to explore Africa. We specialise in crafting tailor-made safaris based on your travel style, interests, and schedule. Want to add a few days at Victoria Falls, include a beach break in Mozambique, or swap out a camp for something even more exclusive? No problem.

We've been on the ground, visited these camps, and know exactly what works. Whether you're a wildlife photographer chasing rare sightings, a couple looking for something intimate and romantic, or a family needing flexibility, we'll design something that ticks every box — without wasting your time or budget.

Let's build a safari that's completely yours.

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Includes
  • Six nights of luxury tented accommodation
  • All meals and beverages
  • All game activities
  • Daily laundry
  • Local inter-lodge flights
  • Meet and greet at Maun airport
Excludes
  • International flights to and from Maun (or Kasane)
  • Optional extras like a private guide or exclusive vehicle
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