Country
Botswana
Duration
9 Days/8 Nights
Travel Type
Tour
 

This eight-night Ultimate Family Safari allows for the family to experience a choice and combination of four key ecosystems and environments within Botswana on a fun filled adventure of discovery suited and focused on the specific needs of the family. Your days will be spent on safari exploring the wild, pristine wilderness of Botswana and there are also opportunities to engage culturally with local communities and their children. Desert & Delta Safaris have intimate, small and exclusive lodges, allowing for personalized service and attention to detail. Our passionate lodge staff are committed to making your dream African family adventure a reality that will be cherished for a lifetime. Your children will not forget this experience!

Inclusions

Scheduled charter flights and road transfers as per itinerary
Meet and greet by our local representative
8-night accommodation in a family room
23 meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners, refreshments, local spirits, and wines (excluding premium brands)
Private activities for the family – adapted flexible activity and mealtimes
English-speaking local guide
Laundry service
Emergency medical evacuation insurance
National Park entrances fees
Dedicated family host per camp to plan activities, meals etc.
Safari activity bag for children aged 6 – 15 years old
Adapted in-camp activities for the children / family members – basket weaving, animal spoor tracking, bird identification, back-ofhouse Eco Tour and more

Exclusions

International flights – Gratuities or items of a personal nature

Additional Information

DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM CAMP TO CAMP.

Winter (April – September):

05h30 – Early morning wake up call
06h00 – Light continental breakfast is served in the boma
06h30 – Leave for morning activity (approximately 3-4 hours)
11h30 – Brunch is served at the boma
15h00 – Afternoon tea is served at the boma
15h30 – Depart for afternoon activity (approximately 3 hours)
18h30 – Return to the lodge
19h30 – Dinner is served in the dining area

Summer (October – March)

05h00 – Early morning wake up call
05h30 – Light continental breakfast is served in the boma
06h00 – Leave for morning activity (approximately 3-4 hours)
11h00 – Brunch is served at the boma
15h30 – Afternoon tea is served at the boma
16h00 – Depart for afternoon activity (approximately 3 hours)
19h00 – Return to the lodge
20h00 – Dinner is served in the dining area

Note

Luggage is restricted to 20 kg per person on Safari Air flights. This 20 kg includes both hand-luggage and travel luggage. Bags should be soft-sided, flexible bags. Bags with a solid frame, wheel frame and rigid pull-out handles do not constitute “soft bags”. Bags MUST be completely flexible to facilitate the packing within the ‘belly pod’ luggage compartment of the light inter-camp transfer aircraft. By not adhering to these luggage requirements, travellers may cause delays and incur additional costs to themselves.

1 - 2

DAYS 1 – 2 BOTETI RIVER VALLEY AND MAKGADIKGADI PANS NATIONAL PARK

On arrival at the Maun airport, your family will be met by a representative from Desert & Delta Safaris who will assist you with boarding your light aircraft transfer to Leroo La Tau. Landing at the Leroo La Tau airstrip, your guide will meet you and transfer you by road to Leroo la Tau where you can settle into your luxurious family room - consisting of two bedrooms and two bathrooms, overlooking the Boteti River. Your family will spend the next two nights at Leroo La Tau enjoying daily game drives along the Boteti River to witness the prolific wildlife that frequent the region. Option excursions to the nearby Khumaga village are also available for a chance to experience Botswana’s unique culture.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Leroo La Tau for 2 nights

3 - 4

DAYS 3 – 4 MOREMI GAME RESERVE

After your final morning activity at Leroo La Tau, you head back to the airstrip for your light aircraft transfer to Camp Xakanaxa in the Moremi Game Reserve. Your light aircraft flight will offer you an introduction to the Okavango Delta as you witness the vastness of the world heritage site from the air. Landing at the Moremi airstrip, your guide will meet you and transfer you by road to Camp Xakanaxa where you can settle into your luxurious family tent. You will spend the next two nights at Camp Xakanaxa enjoying game drives and boating excursions as you search for the prolific wildlife that inhabits the Moremi Game Reserve.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Camp Xakanaxa or Camp Moremi for 2 nights

5 - 6

DAYS 5 – 6 OKAVANGO DELTA

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Moremi Game Reserve before your light aircraft transfer to Camp Okavango, a remote lodge on a private concession in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Here you will spend the next two nights exploring the intricacies of the Okavango Delta from a variety of activities including mokoro excursions, boating safaris and guided bush walks. If your family is keen on fishing, optional fishing excursions are available in season. A helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta is also available (additional fees apply) for those interested in discovering more of the Okavango Delta by air.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Camp Okavango for 2 nights

7 - 8

DAYS 7 – 8 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK

Your final stop on your Ultimate Family Safari Package is Chobe Game Lodge. After your morning activity at Camp Okavango, you will transfer by light aircraft to Kasane Airport where your guide will meet you and transfer you to Chobe Game Lodge where you will spend the next two nights. With daily game drives and exciting river safaris on offer, Chobe Game Lodge is the perfect end to your vacation. The lodge offers a variety of luxuries allowing you to take the necessary time to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. At the end of your stay, you will be transferred by road back to Kasane Airport for your regional flight out of Botswana. Alternatively, we recommend you add an extra few day at nearby Victoria Falls.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Chobe Game Lodge for 2 nights

9

DAY 9 DEPARTURE

Transfer to the airport.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR

Makgadikgadi Pans Natinonal Park

Leroo La Tau 4.5*

Okavango Delta

Camp Okavango 5*

Moremi Game Reserve

Camp Xakanaxa or Camp Moremi 5*

Chobe National Park

Chobe Game Lodge 5*

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from

Land Package

Daily departures 2023-2024 Adult  Child 6 – 11 Child 12 – 15
August 1 – October 31, 2023 14299 8799 11599
November 1 – 30, 2023 11669 7499 9649
December 1 – 31, 2023 8999 6159 7659
January 15 – February 13, 2024 Annual closure
February 14 – March 31, 2024 7769 5179 6479
April 1 – May 31, 2024 9999 6299 8149
June 1 – October 31, 2024 12349 7469 9899
November 1 – 30, 2024 9999 6299 8149
December 1 – 31, 2024 7769 5179 6479
Private activities surcharge per package (family) – mandatory +7769

Note

Minimum age: 6 years old.
Minimum 2 passengers.
Seasonal surcharges may apply.

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.

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