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A mobile tented safari that runs from Kasane to Maun, combining Chobe river cruises, game drives and mokoro trips through riverine woodlands and Okavango wetlands. Expect close wildlife encounters, moving tent camps and expert guiding over 10 days.
A mobile tented safari that runs from Kasane to Maun, combining Chobe river cruises, game drives and mokoro trips through riverine woodlands and Okavango wetlands. Expect close wildlife encounters, moving tent camps and expert guiding over 10 days.
You wake before dawn to a pale ribbon of light over the Chobe floodplains, canvas tents hummed still, and distant trumpeting draws you toward the river.
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Operated by Wild Africa Safaris · Kasane, Chobe District
You wake before dawn to a pale ribbon of light over the Chobe floodplains, canvas tents hummed still, and distant trumpeting draws you toward the river.
This mobile tented camping tour moves through two of Botswana’s most iconic ecosystems — the riverine woodlands and the wet islands of the Okavango approach — following seasonal water and game movements. The landscape is shaped by ancient flood cycles: the Chobe River daring you to come closer with its ribbon of life, the Okavango’s channels pushing inland to create island habitats that support dense populations of elephants, big cats and waterbirds.
The region’s human history includes local San and Tswana communities whose knowledge of game trails and water sources still informs guiding practices today, and conservation efforts that grew in the late 20th century have helped protect migration routes and wetlands.
Practically, expect long game drives, mokoro (dugout canoe) trips and a boat cruise on the Chobe River, with nights in mobile tent camps set up by professional crew. Guides handle navigation, meals and camp logistics; you should be prepared to be flexible — camps move, roads are sandy, and sightings are weather-dependent.
Bring layered clothing for hot days and cool nights, insect protection for the wet season, and a small daypack for walks. Hydration, sun protection and following your guide’s instructions around wildlife are essential. This trip is ideal for travelers comfortable with basic camping comforts who want close-up wildlife encounters across Botswana’s wild heart.
moderate.
10 days.
Suitable for travelers in moderate physical condition comfortable with multi-day camping, short guided walks, and getting on/off safari vehicles.
All meals and drinks listed (mineral/sparkling water, soft drinks, beer, wine and some spirits) are included as noted in the itinerary.
No — the tour is mobile and crewed; basic comfort with tented camping and simple facilities is sufficient.
Mokoro trips are gentle but require balance getting into the canoe; those with mobility issues should advise the operator in advance.
Consult your physician for malaria prophylaxis and routine vaccines; carry any personal medications and use mosquito protection in wet months.
Local Tswana and San communities have long navigated these waterways; modern conservation grew after colonial-era hunting declines spurred protected-area creation.
Mobile camps minimize permanent footprint and guided tourism helps fund anti-poaching and habitat protection; follow leave-no-trace practices and avoid single-use plastics.
Wild Africa Safaris operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You wake before dawn to a pale ribbon of light over the Chobe floodplains, canvas tents hummed still, and distant trumpeting draws you toward the river.
You wake before dawn to a pale ribbon of light over the Chobe floodplains, canvas tents hummed still, and distant trumpeting draws you toward the river.
This mobile tented camping tour moves through two of Botswana’s most iconic ecosystems — the riverine woodlands and the wet islands of the Okavango approach — following seasonal water and game movements. The landscape is shaped by ancient flood cycles: the Chobe River daring you to come closer with its ribbon of life, the Okavango’s channels pushing inland to create island habitats that support dense populations of elephants, big cats and waterbirds.
The region’s human history includes local San and Tswana communities whose knowledge of game trails and water sources still informs guiding practices today, and conservation efforts that grew in the late 20th century have helped protect migration routes and wetlands.
Practically, expect long game drives, mokoro (dugout canoe) trips and a boat cruise on the Chobe River, with nights in mobile tent camps set up by professional crew. Guides handle navigation, meals and camp logistics; you should be prepared to be flexible — camps move, roads are sandy, and sightings are weather-dependent.
Bring layered clothing for hot days and cool nights, insect protection for the wet season, and a small daypack for walks. Hydration, sun protection and following your guide’s instructions around wildlife are essential. This trip is ideal for travelers comfortable with basic camping comforts who want close-up wildlife encounters across Botswana’s wild heart.