Okavango Experience

10 Days
From CAD 2,300
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Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

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(10 reviews)

Experience Overview

See southern Africa's incredible waterfalls, rivers and inland canals on this ten-day overland adventure. Canoe down the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta, watch hippos wallowing along the shores of the Chobe River, take a sunset cruise to spot exotic birdlife, witness the mirage of Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and stand in awe at the crashing white water of Victoria Falls with a full free day to customise your experience. After cruising in a mokoro, you’ll spend a night at camp in the remote Okavango wilderness and fall asleep to the uninterrupted sounds of the wild. With early morning game drives to spot Africa’s iconic wildlife and expert guides with all the knowledge – this is set to be an experience of a lifetime.

Highlights

  • Support local conservation efforts with a visit to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary – the only place left in Botswana where both black and white rhinos reside.
  • Go wildlife-spotting with your small group and expert guides along the river on a sunset cruise at Chobe National Park, home to the world's highest concentration of African elephants.
  • Camp on a remote island in the heart of the Okavango wilderness for an experience you’ll never forget. As the sun sets and night falls, the sounds of Africa come alive!
  • Get your first glimpse of the thundering Victoria Falls and enjoy a full free day for optional adventures, so you can see the falls at your own pace and view the waterfalls from all angles.
  • Walk the Okavango Delta at sunrise, looking out for the resident hippos, crocodiles, elephants and big cats.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust. Donations help employ a team of Community Guardians who collaborate with locals to find sustainable solutions to human-wildlife conflict and conservation in Southern Africa.

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 2931

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Basic

TransportTransport: Overland vehicle,Open safari vehicle

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Overland Expedition

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: UBOO

StartStarts: Johannesburg, Botswana

FinishFinishes: Victoria Falls, Botswana

DurationDuration: 10 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Average

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (9), Lunch (6), Dinner (7)
Accommodation: Camping (with facilities) (6 nights),Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nights),Hotel (1 night)

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2300 (CAD 230 /day)

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Johannesburg

Sawubona! Welcome to South Africa. Your adventure begins in Johannesburg with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe visit the eye-opening Apartheid Museum to start your journey with some crucial history before meeting up with your group. After the meeting, why not head out for an optional group dinner and get to know your newfound travel companions. Your leader can point you in the right direction with the best bar and restaurant recommendations.

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)

2
Day 2: Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Leaving South Africa behind, cross the border into Botswana this morning and travel towards the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. Situated on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, the Khama Rhino Sanctuary has drastically changed from a former hunting area to a conservation project. Built to protect Botswana's only remaining populations of both black and white rhinos, the sanctuary is also home to other wildlife including zebras, giraffes, leopards, ostriches and wildebeest, all of which can be seen grazing the many waterholes. Visiting this project benefits local communities and directly contributes to protecting the endangered white rhino. Later, you’ll head out on a dusk game drive to hopefully spot the rhinos when they’re most active.

Included Activities:

  • Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

3
Day 3: Maun

This morning you’ll drive to Maun – the gateway to one of the world's most complex ecosystems, the Okavango Delta. A 16,000 square km maze of lush wetlands and waterways teeming with wildlife, this place is unlike anywhere else in the world. When you arrive, there will be an opportunity to stock up on any supplies you might need for your adventure ahead. Look out for the resident hippos, crocodiles, elephants and big cats in the delta. The animals aren’t the only drawcard, though! The waterscapes and shimmering horizon are enough to write home about.

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

4
Day 4: Okavango Delta

Today you’ll get right in the action and jump aboard a traditional mokoro – a dugout canoe steered by friendly local 'polers'. Cruise the Okavango waterways and look out for the delta's unusual wildlife and exotic birds. Spend some time today exploring the maze of lagoons, lakes and streams on foot too, with your experienced local guides. Tonight, you’ll camp on a remote island right in the heart of the wilderness! Fall asleep to the humming and buzzing of the African heartlands and soak up one of those ‘I’m so far from home’ moments.

Accommodation:

  • Bush camp (no facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

5
Day 5: Okavango Delta

Wake up nice and early this morning and head out on a sunrise walk. Along the way, keep watch for elephants and if the timing is right, you might also come across some Cape buffalo! These noble-looking beasts are more dangerous than they look and their horns double as bone shield that's fittingly known as a 'boss'. Return to camp for breakfast, where you’ll have the rest of the day to relax. A refreshing swim, or maybe a nap could be on the cards – both good ideas in the warmer part of the day. Alternatively, take another optional mokoro trip to soak up that serene river atmosphere.

Included Activities:

  • Okavango Delta - Sunrise Walk

Accommodation:

  • Bush camp (no facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

6
Day 6: Maun

After taking down your camp, return to the ‘poler’ station by mokoro, before continuing to Maun by vehicle. When you arrive, you’ll have the option to embark on a scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking bird's eye view of the shimmering waterways and lush landscapes, a truly magical perspective of one of the world's most unique ecosystems.

Optional Activities:

  • Okavango Delta - Helicopter Scenic Flight (280 USD)

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

7
Day 7: Nata

Get up early and hit the road for Nata. This small town sits near the stunning Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, which are some of the largest on Earth covering around 12,000 square km. This afternoon, you’ll take an excursion in an open-air vehicle to explore these seemingly endless plains in the Nata Bird Sanctuary. Surrounded by the Kalahari Desert, the pans are naturally dry and salty for a large part of the year. During this time, the arid landscape has an eerie feel and the heat mirages can make you feel disoriented. After the rains hit, the pans become a grassy refuge for migratory birds and animals – a perfect setting for wildlife lovers!

Included Activities:

  • Nata - Makgadikgadi Salt Pans 4WD Excursion

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

8
Day 8: Chobe National Park

Hit the road this morning and make tracks for Chobe National Park – Botswana's first ever national park. This area is perhaps best known for its high concentration of elephants, which can often be seen swimming in the Chobe River. The river also attracts wallowing hippos, crocodiles by the water's edge, cheetahs, lions and a huge variety of birdlife. When you arrive, you’ll be treated to a sunset cruise on the Chobe River – an ideal way to spend the afternoon, watch the sun descend and toast to another day in Africa.

Included Activities:

  • Chobe National Park - River Cruise

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with shared facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

9
Day 9: Victoria Falls

Why not wake up early and see Chobe National Park from a different perspective with an optional morning game drive. After, the group will travel to Victoria Falls, crossing the border into Zimbabwe just in time to have lunch on the banks of the Zambezi River. Enjoy some free time to experience the sights and sounds of the mighty falls at your own pace. This thundering curtain of water is about 1.7 km wide, falling 108 m into a narrow gorge below. In the wet season, the spray can rise an incredible 400 m as the falls become a raging torrent. In the dry season, the view of the falls is unobstructed by spray, and you can see the little islets in the river below. This evening, dine on a traditional a traditional Zimbabwe dinner hosted by a women's cooperative within the community. Learn how this initiative not only provides employment opportunities but also benefits the Victoria Falls community as a whole.

Included Activities:

  • Victoria Falls – Traditional Zimbabwe Dinner

Optional Activities:

  • Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Entrance Fee (50 USD)
  • Chobe National Park - Open Safari Vehicle Morning Game Drive (580 BWP)
  • Victoria Falls - Sunset Cruise (50 USD)

Accommodation:

  • Camping (with shared facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)

10
Day 10: Victoria Falls

There are no activities planned after breakfast today and your adventure comes to an end. You're free to leave at any time after check out. If you'd like to extend your stay, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation. If you’re staying longer in Victoria Falls and are feeling adventurous, you might like to try whitewater rafting and canoeing. For an incredible scenic helicopter flight, choose Zambezi Helicopter Company (CAA Zimbabwe), the only Intrepid-endorsed operator. Your leader can help you arrange this.

Optional Activities:

  • Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) (284 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) (150 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) (126 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) (75 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) (110 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Standard Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) (45 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing (168 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour (55 USD)
  • Victoria Falls - Bridge Tour (68 USD)

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

In Business Since 1989

Reviews

 

Troy   -  Traveled, June 2025

An unforgettable experience! Getting to be a part of the culture and getting up close with the animals was truly amazing.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/16/2025

 

Mark   -  Traveled, May 2025

Best holiday ever, Intrepid made it happen , from booking to sorting out all plane flights, transfers, taxis The team on the trip made sure every need was taken care of , for all customers..

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/07/2025

 

FIONA   -  Traveled, May 2025

Was the first trip away for myself and hubby out of New Zealand and I can say we didn't know what we were expecting but we had the best time away loved very moment of it. Thanks to all the Staff and the Other Travelers everyone was so wonderful ??

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/07/2025

 

Cathy   -  Traveled, May 2025

Great experience, Great Team Enjoyed this trip, Great group Thanks Guys.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/08/2025

 

william   -  Traveled, May 2025

Our Okavango Delta trip was a full-on immersive adventure for us on our first trip to Africa. Every day had its magic between the scenery, the animals and the camaraderie of the group.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/08/2025

 

Helena   -  Traveled, May 2025

This was an amazing experience from start to finish. It’s an Excellent, well organised, eco-conscious and socially aware itinerary for exploring, spotting wildlife and meeting local people. Our guide kept our large group on task and promoted a sense of camaraderie. There were Many exceptional moments but the stay at the Okavango Delta was the highlight and I particularly enjoyed exploring the area on foot with local guides and the swim.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/09/2025

 

Ellie   -  Traveled, May 2025

Amazing experience great guides! Very safe for solo female travelers, the food was incredible and so easy! Thank you!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/31/2025

 

Declan   -  Traveled, May 2025

This is a fantastic, once in a lifetime adventure where you can see so much of Botswana!!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/31/2025

 

Mark   -  Traveled, May 2025

An incredible experience up close to the animals in various parks. The camping is more comfortable than I expected with upgrade options along the way. If you go with a positive attitude and have good group social interaction you will have a great time. Also Victoria Falls is a must see!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/10/2025

 

Lyndall   -  Traveled, May 2025

Intrepid's 10 day Okavango adventure is an unforgettable journey through breathtaking wilderness. Expert guides, seamless logistics, and immersive wildlife encounters create an authentic, soul-stirring experience. From mokoro rides to starlit camps, every moment is magical. Perfectly paced and thoughtfully curated—this trip is a dream for nature lovers and adventurous spirits alike.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/03/2025

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