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8-Nights Deluxe Botswana Family Safari from $12,514
Goway Travel
OFFER ID 1722560
Epic Scenery Create lifelong memories on this Private-guided safari through Botswana’s wildest places, from zebra-filled pans to elephant-lined rivers and village encounters.
Trip Overview:
An African safari is a profound and impactful event in one’s life, which will be remembered for many years to come.
Botswana is fast becoming a destination of choice for families who want their children to experience the pinnacle of that African adventure. This Ultimate Botswana Family Safari allows for the family to experience 5 of the 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 the smallest 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!
Highlights: To celebrate the discovery of Africa with your family taking in the wonders of the zebra migration in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, visiting a local village and school at Khumaga, experiencing the water wilderness of the Okavango Delta by boat, mokoro and educational safari walks, catching fish, safari game drives in Moremi and the Savute area’s of Botswana, both renowned for their abundance in animal and bird life and then the memory of the large herds of elephant along the Chobe River. A combination of these areas and the mix of activities and experiences are ideal to share with your children.
Highlights:
- Spot herds of zebra, wildebeest, and predators on arrival in Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, with family-friendly safari activities at Leroo La Tau.
- Discover the vast wildlife of Moremi Game Reserve, exploring lagoons and floodplains on game drives and boat cruises.
- Enjoy close-up encounters with elephants, lions, and leopards while staying at the luxurious Camp Moremi.
- Journey to Chobe National Park for unforgettable river cruises and 4x4 safaris amid Africa’s largest elephant herds.
- Experience luxury lodges, family-focused service, and adventure-filled days designed for all ages.
Included Services:
- Shared arrival and departure airstrip transfers in the Makgadikgadi Pans
- Shared arrival and departure airstrip transfers in the Moremi
- Shared arrival and departure airstrip transfers in the Chobe National Park
- 2 nights premium accommodation in family rooms at Leroo La Tau
- 3 nights premium accommodation in family rooms at Camp Moremi
- 3 nights deluxe accommodation in family rooms in the Chobe Game Lodge
- Dedicated family host per camp
- Safari activity backpack for each child
- 2 private safari activities per day at Leroo La Tau, including:
- Early morning and afternoon game drives
- Cultural excursions
- Boat cruises (dependent on water levels)
- 2 private safari activities per day at Camp Moremi, including:
- Motorized boat safaris
- Game drives
- 2 private safari activities per day at Chobe Game Lodge, including:
- Early morning and afternoon game drives
- Motorized boat safaris
- All park and concession fees
- All government taxes
- Laundry
- Internal light aircraft flights: Maun - Makgadikgadi - Moremi - Kasane, including air taxes
- Refreshments, including local spirits and wines (excluding premium brands)
- 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
Excluded Services:
- Travel Insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
8 nights from $12,514 per person
Day 1: Maun to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
Arrive at Maun Airport, a Goway's local representative will be there to welcome your family to Botswana, present your children (aged 6 to 15) with their special Safari Activity Backpack and assist you on to your charter flight into the heart of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers guests the chance to experience the exhilaration of seeing large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction. Leroo La Tau offers a raised hide above the river where guests can enjoy spectacular wildlife sightings.
Hotel: Leroo La Tau (4 Star Rating)
Leroo La Tau rises majestically above the Boteti Riverbed which stretches across the western border of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers guests the chance to experience the exhilaration of seeing large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction. The lodge offers a raised hide above the river where guests can enjoy spectacular wildlife sightings. The lodge comprises thatched chalets, each with en-suite bathrooms. The main lodge building is surrounded by an expansive wooden deck with a plunge pool, where guests can immerse themselves in the ultimate wildlife experience.
Meal(s): Dinner
Day 2: Exploring the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park
The lodge offers guided day and night game drives. Depending on the water level, boat activities are also provided. Optional cultural excursions can be arranged to Khumaga Village, as can guided nature walks in the area surrounding the lodge. Leroo La Tau translates as 'lion's paw' but, although the surrounding area features abundant Lion, Zebra and Wildebeest, it also boasts Chobe Bushbuck, Leopard, Cheetah, Brown and Spotted Hyena, Impala, Kudu, Jackal, Porcupine, Genet and Caracal, to name but a few.
Hotel: Leroo La Tau (4 Star Rating)
Leroo La Tau rises majestically above the Boteti Riverbed which stretches across the western border of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers guests the chance to experience the exhilaration of seeing large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction. The lodge offers a raised hide above the river where guests can enjoy spectacular wildlife sightings. The lodge comprises thatched chalets, each with en-suite bathrooms. The main lodge building is surrounded by an expansive wooden deck with a plunge pool, where guests can immerse themselves in the ultimate wildlife experience.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 3: Makgadikgadi Pans National Park to Moremi Game Reserve
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip in time for your onward light aircraft flight to the famous Moremi Game Reserve. Transfer to your camp. This afternoon, head out on your first game viewing activity in the Moremi Game Reserve.
Hotel: Camp Moremi (5 Star Rating)
Situated on the edge of the Xakanaxa Lagoon, Camp Moremi is a luxury safari camp in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve. The lodge comprises 12 thatched tents (including one family unit), each built on raised wooden platforms with private decks, en-suite bathrooms and views over wildlife-rich surroundings. Communal facilities include a dining room, lounge, bar, library, secluded swimming pool, and a raised viewing platform. Guests can enjoy twice-daily game drives, boating excursions in the Okavango Delta channels, excellent birdwatching, and scenes of elephant, lion, leopard and wild dog. Children aged 6 and older are welcome. Camp Moremi operates with generator power, natural lighting at night, and encourages a close-to-nature safari experience without WiFi in all areas.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 4: On Safari in the Moremi Game Reserve
A full day spent in the Moremi Reserve today. Head out on your scheduled game drives and boat cruises. The diverse habitat offers prolific sightings of Buffalo, Hyena, Elephant, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Hippo, Kudu, Lion, Lechwe and Leopard, among many others. Enjoy spectacular birding, especially in the spring and summer months when the migrants are breeding.
Hotel: Camp Moremi (5 Star Rating)
Situated on the edge of the Xakanaxa Lagoon, Camp Moremi is a luxury safari camp in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve. The lodge comprises 12 thatched tents (including one family unit), each built on raised wooden platforms with private decks, en-suite bathrooms and views over wildlife-rich surroundings. Communal facilities include a dining room, lounge, bar, library, secluded swimming pool, and a raised viewing platform. Guests can enjoy twice-daily game drives, boating excursions in the Okavango Delta channels, excellent birdwatching, and scenes of elephant, lion, leopard and wild dog. Children aged 6 and older are welcome. Camp Moremi operates with generator power, natural lighting at night, and encourages a close-to-nature safari experience without WiFi in all areas.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 5: On Safari in the Moremi Game Reserve
A second full day today to explore the Moremi game reserve with your included activities.
Hotel: Camp Moremi (5 Star Rating)
Situated on the edge of the Xakanaxa Lagoon, Camp Moremi is a luxury safari camp in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve. The lodge comprises 12 thatched tents (including one family unit), each built on raised wooden platforms with private decks, en-suite bathrooms and views over wildlife-rich surroundings. Communal facilities include a dining room, lounge, bar, library, secluded swimming pool, and a raised viewing platform. Guests can enjoy twice-daily game drives, boating excursions in the Okavango Delta channels, excellent birdwatching, and scenes of elephant, lion, leopard and wild dog. Children aged 6 and older are welcome. Camp Moremi operates with generator power, natural lighting at night, and encourages a close-to-nature safari experience without WiFi in all areas.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 6: Moremi Game Reserve to the Chobe National Park
Time permitting this morning, head out on one last game drive in hopes of catching that extra special sighting before transferring to the airstrip in time for your onward flight to Kasane. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Chobe National Park. Time permitting, this afternoon embark on your afternoon game viewing activity.
Hotel: Chobe Game Lodge (5 Star Rating)
Chobe Game Lodge is the only permanent game lodge in the park. This small and intimate Lodge has interesting Moorish styling and overlooks the Chobe River. The lodge accommodates up to 94 guests in absolute luxury and all the rooms have private terraces. Other facilities include billiards, library, gym, beauty salon, a stylish cigar bar overlooking the Chobe River, a large terraced swimming pool and riverside boma area.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 7: On Safari in Chobe National Park
Today is spent exploring the majestic Chobe National Park with game drives and boat cruises on the Chobe River. Situated in the northern region of Botswana, Chobe National Park stretches alongside the Chobe River, marking the boundary between Botswana and Namibia. This expansive park ranks as Botswana's second-largest and boasts remarkable wildlife sightings throughout the year, hosting one of Africa's most abundant collections of game. Notably, Chobe is renowned for its magnificent gatherings of elephants, a defining feature of this spectacular reserve.
Hotel: Chobe Game Lodge (5 Star Rating)
Chobe Game Lodge is the only permanent game lodge in the park. This small and intimate Lodge has interesting Moorish styling and overlooks the Chobe River. The lodge accommodates up to 94 guests in absolute luxury and all the rooms have private terraces. Other facilities include billiards, library, gym, beauty salon, a stylish cigar bar overlooking the Chobe River, a large terraced swimming pool and riverside boma area.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 8: On Safari in Chobe National Park
Enjoy a second full day exploring Chobe National Park as you search out the many inhabitants that call this area home.
Hotel: Chobe Game Lodge (5 Star Rating)
Chobe Game Lodge is the only permanent game lodge in the park. This small and intimate Lodge has interesting Moorish styling and overlooks the Chobe River. The lodge accommodates up to 94 guests in absolute luxury and all the rooms have private terraces. Other facilities include billiards, library, gym, beauty salon, a stylish cigar bar overlooking the Chobe River, a large terraced swimming pool and riverside boma area.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 9: Chobe National Park to Kasane
Embark on your final early morning game drive this morning before returning to the lodge for one last delicious breakfast. Afterwards, transfer to Kasane Airport in time for your onward flight.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Fine dining, on-site bars or lounges and room service with extended hours are characteristic of deluxe establishments. Guest services usually include valet parking, concierge services, baggage assistance and laundry services. Other on-site facilities often include shops and boutiques, full service spas, full fitness facilities with pools and tennis courts. Business amenities may include available up-to-date technology and support staffs available for services. Attention to detail is apparent in the guestrooms which typically have stylish furnishings, quality bedding and bath products and often provide an evening turn down service.
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