A 12-day wild-camping safari through Botswana’s Okavango, Moremi, Savute and Chobe, ending at Victoria Falls. Expect mokoro channels, open 4x4 game drives, unfenced bush camps and close wildlife encounters guided by experienced local polers.
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Dawn breaks over a ribbon of water and grass: a mokoro slips soundlessly through the Okavango’s channels while distant hippo grunts puncture the air. The safari begins in Maun, then threads through islanded waterways, floodplain grasslands and dusty savanna, each night spent in unfenced bush camps where the stars and the crackle of the fire keep watch.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
12 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness needed—able to spend long days in open vehicles, do short bush walks and tolerate basic camping conditions.
Wildlife
History
The Okavango and Moremi areas have been inhabited by Tswana and San peoples for centuries; Moremi was one of the first reserves in Botswana designated to protect both wildlife and local livelihoods.
Conservation
Operators work with community trusts and adhere to park regulations to minimize impact—camping follows a leave-no-trace approach and uses local staff to support conservation-linked livelihoods.
Reserve your spot on the 12Day WILDERNESS TRAIL: Okavango, Moremi & Chobe + Victoria Falls today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book vaccinations and travel documents
Check yellow fever, malaria prophylaxis, and ensure passport and visas are valid for Botswana and Zimbabwe before travel.
Pack for hot days and cold nights
Bring lightweight breathable layers and a warm jacket for pre-dawn game drives and desert-cool evenings.
Hydration and sun protection
Carry 2+ liters of water per day, wear a wide-brim hat and high-SPF sunscreen; the sun is strong on open pans and riverfronts.
Respect wildlife distances
Follow your guide’s instructions at all times—approach animals only under guide direction to avoid risky encounters.
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and traction for bush walks, uneven campsites and dusty tracks.
Lightweight layering system
Thin insulating layer plus windproof shell for cold mornings at the camps.
winter
Insect repellent & head net
Protection against mosquitoes during rainy season and around camp at dusk.
summer
Reusable water bottle with filter
Keeps you hydrated and reduces plastic waste; filter useful if water sources vary.