8 Day Masoala Adventure (JenMa9)

Group size Minimum: 2

Group Size Maximum: 10

DAY 1:

Maun to Khwai River, Botswana

A late morning departure takes us from Maun to a private concession in the Khwai River area to Mogothlo Camp. This evening we go on a night game drive in the concession. This area lies between Moremi and Chobe and we will have the opportunity to spot a variety of nocturnal animals.

Distance:

100 km

Departure:

10h00

Lunch Stop:

Mogothlo Camp

Accommodation:

Mogothlo Camp (Tented en-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 2:

Khwai River, Botswana

Today we spend a full day in the bush on a game drive. Departing after breakfast we take our 4x4 and drive through the wilderness area of the Khwai region spotting a variety of game that frequent this region that borders Moremi and Chobe. Picnic-lunch will be in the wilderness area. With some luck we'll see the Big Five.

Distance:

+/-150 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

Khwai Region

Accommodation:

Mogothlo Camp (Tented en-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 3:

Mokoro Trip, Okavango Delta, Botswana

After breakfast we leave the camp for Mboma Boat station. From here, we will float in Mokoros through the thick vegetation of the Okavango Delta discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. Unlike other Delta's in the world, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique.

Distance:

+/-150 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

Pinic spot en route

Accommodation:

Mogothlo Camp (Tented en-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool)

DAY 4:

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

After having explored the Khwai area we now head into the famous Moremi game reserve known as one of the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with an unprecedented concentration of wildlife. The full day is spent in the unspoiled nature of the Moremi Game Reserve.

Distance:

150 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

inside Moremi Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Mogothlo Camp (Tented en-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 5:

Khwai River - Maun - Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana

After breakfast we head for Maun for a quick stopover and then onto Nata Lodge, lying close to the Makgadikgadi Pans. En route we will stop at the pans to have a closer look and to appreciate the wide-open, uninhabited spaces under the endless canopy of blue sky. Once we have settled in our lodge, we take part in a 1-hour quad bike tour with local guides, learning about the history, flora and fauna of the area.

Distance:

350 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

Picnic spot en route

Accommodation:

Nata Lodge (Luxury en-suite Safari Tents, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 6:

Makgadikgadi Pans - Chobe National Park, Botswana

Today we make our way to Kubu Lodge on the Chobe River. Once we have reached the Lodge and settled into our accommodation, we enjoy the rest of the afternoon on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Here we can watch elephants, hippos, lions, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to reach for our binoculars - You'll be close enough for close-up photographs.

Distance:

410 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

Picnic spot en route

Accommodation:

Kubu Lodge (En-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 7:

Chobe National Park, Botswana - Livingstone, Zambia

A morning departure takes you from Kubu Lodge into Zambia. We will cross the Zambezi River by ferry and drive to Maramba Lodge, where we will spend the night. This afternoon we explore the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, on a guided walk.

Distance:

80 km

Departure:

08h00

Lunch Stop:

Maramba Lodge

Accommodation:
Marama Lodge Lodge (En-suite Chalets, Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool).

DAY 8:

End of Tour

Depending on your departure flight details you will be taken to Livingstone Airport for your onward flight. We hope to welcome you on one of our lodge safaris again soon.