Extraordinary Botswana
Khwai, Okavango Delta & Benguerra Island, MozambiqueJourney into the depths of the Okavango Delta in Botswana to explore two different regions that promise diverse wildlife encounters and immersive activities. You’ll then escape to Mozambique for an off-grid beach retreat, in the dazzling Bazaruto archipelago. We’ve handpicked some of the most stylish properties so you can enjoy these wild places with touches of luxury along the way and most importantly, extraordinary experiences that will make you the envy of your friends.
At a glance
You’ll stay in small, luxury camps that are right in the depth of the wild. Fall asleep to the gentle sound of lions roaring in the distance.
Feel the palpable serenity of the Okavango Delta, as you float through the waterways in a traditional wooden canoe.
Feel your senses awaken as you embark on a walking safari, listening out for big game and spotting the tracks of elephants.
Visit a local community in the heart of the Okavango Delta and get an insight into their contrasting way of life.
Journey highlights
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You’ll stay in small, luxury camps that are right in the depth of the wild. Fall asleep to the gentle sound of lions roaring in the distance.
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Feel the palpable serenity of the Okavango Delta, as you float through the waterways in a traditional wooden canoe.
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Feel your senses awaken as you embark on a walking safari, listening out for big game and spotting the tracks of elephants.
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Visit a local community in the heart of the Okavango Delta and get an insight into their contrasting way of life.
- Extraordinary itinerary:Our Extraordinary Journeys offer unforgettable cutting-edge hotels, experiences and restaurants with a focus on design, fashion and innovation
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Botswana’s winter is May to October when the weather is hot during the day (not stiflingly hot) and cold at night. Botswana's summer months (November to April) can be hot and humid and there is a chance of rain. Botswana has one rainy season which runs between mid-December and runs through to mid-March.
The Bazaruto Archipelago is warm and sunny year round with temperatures averaging 25° C in the winter months (May – August) and over 30° C in the summer months (December - March). Rain is possible from November to March, usually in short bursts. The sea temperature varies with the seasons and currents, and ranges between 22° C and 32° C.
Price Guide: (per person based on double occupancy and includes international flights)
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Price from*
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| March | GBP £11,100 | GBP £1,700 | plan your trip |
| April | GBP £13,200 | GBP £2,000 | plan your trip |
| May | GBP £13,200 | GBP £2,000 | plan your trip |
| June | GBP £13,200 | GBP £2,000 | plan your trip |
| July | GBP £15,200 | GBP £2,300 | plan your trip |
| August | GBP £15,200 | GBP £2,300 | plan your trip |
| September | GBP £15,200 | GBP £2,300 | plan your trip |
| October | GBP £15,200 | GBP £2,300 | plan your trip |
| November | GBP £11,100 | GBP £1,700 | plan your trip |
| December | GBP £11,100 | GBP £1,700 | plan your trip |
| January | GBP £11,100 | GBP £1,700 | plan your trip |
| February | GBP £11,100 | GBP £1,700 | plan your trip |
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March
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £11,100
Deposit from*GBP £1,700
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April
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £13,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,000
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May
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £13,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,000
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June
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £13,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,000
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July
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £15,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,300
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August
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £15,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,300
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September
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £15,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,300
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October
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £15,200
Deposit from*GBP £2,300
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November
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £11,100
Deposit from*GBP £1,700
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December
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £11,100
Deposit from*GBP £1,700
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January
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £11,100
Deposit from*GBP £1,700
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February
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £11,100
Deposit from*GBP £1,700
- plan your trip
Itinerary
Fly to Maun
Khwai Private Reserve
Flying overnight from London you’ll touch down in Johannesburg before boarding a flight to Maun. Feel your excitement build as you board your light aircraft and fly over the Okavango Delta, watching in astonishment at the waterways ahead of you. Landing at the airstrip, you’ll be met by your guide and game driven to Machaba Camp. This elegant bush camp occupies a beautiful spot in the Khwai Concession, overlooking the Khwai River. Your luxury tented room is hidden amongst thickets, offering you privacy and the feeling of being right in the heart of the bush. After enjoying a delicious lunch spread in the stylish dining tent, you’ll head out on your first game drive, meandering around waterways and passing lush vegetation, which is teeming with wildlife. The area is known for African wild dog and you may be lucky enough to encounter a pack of these highly intelligent canines.
During your time here, as well as game drives during the day you’ll be able to stay out after dark in the vehicle and keep a look out for the rare, elusive species; there is nothing quite like being in a leopard’s presence as she gazes out at you from the high branch of a tree. A mokoro (traditional wooden canoe) ride down the river is an experience not to be missed, as you really capture the essence of the Delta.
Chitabe Concession
This morning after a safari activity, you’ll catch a light aircraft flight and head south to Gomoti Plains Camp, located in a private concession. This elegant, eco-luxury camp is surrounded by towering palm trees and has a wild and pristine game viewing location, with a thriving population of plains game passing through camp. With an enviable location on the flood plain system, you can enjoy mokoro rides direct from Gomoti at the crack of dawn, listening to the chorus of birds songs as you float along the channel. During your time here you’ll be fully immersed in this private wilderness area, game driving for high chances of seeing the elusive leopard or wild dog, and plenty of opportunities to get up close to lions and elephants. You’ll also have the opportunity to access areas that vehicles cannot reach, as you venture out on a walking safari; nothing heightens your senses like walking through a remote area alive with wildlife. Evenings will be spent watching the spellbinding sunsets of Gomoti, with a glass of wine in hand.
Accommodation: Gomoti Plains Camp ( 3 nights )
Johannesburg and surrounds
After one last venture into the wild this morning, you’ll be flown back to Maun airport to connect to your flight to Johannesburg. You’ll be met off the plane by a representative and whisked through the airport to your private driver, who will transfer you to The Peech, a quirky and luxurious boutique hotel, ideal for a restful night before flying to Mozambique the following morning.
Accommodation: The Peech ( 1 night )
Fly home
Call us on 020 3993 5269 to start planning your holiday.
Experiences included in this itinerary
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Read moreGame drives in the Okavango
One of the best ways to see the big game of Botswana's Okavango Delta is on a game drive with a knowledgeable guide. Explore in open-sided vehicles to maximise your viewing opportunities, this is a truly wildlife rich environment.
Your Hotels
When to visit
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- F
- M
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- S
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- D
Botswana’s winter is May to October when the weather is hot during the day (not stiflingly hot) and cold at night. Botswana's summer months (November to April) can be hot and humid and there is a chance of rain. Botswana has one rainy season which runs between mid-December and runs through to mid-March.
The Bazaruto Archipelago is warm and sunny year round with temperatures averaging 25° C in the winter months (May – August) and over 30° C in the summer months (December - March). Rain is possible from November to March, usually in short bursts. The sea temperature varies with the seasons and currents, and ranges between 22° C and 32° C.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 020 3993 5269 to start planning your holiday.
Why Scott Dunn?
At Scott Dunn, we live and breathe travel. An insatiable appetite to discover the world runs through everything we do. We relish the planning and revel in the detail. We know it’s the smallest touches that make the biggest difference, and we stop at nothing to make every trip not only exceptional but totally unique.
- Every itinerary is crafted from scratch, based around exactly what’s important to you
- Packed full of unique experiences, hand-picked by our journeys team
- Expert local guides enrich your experience in every destination
- Your own dedicated Travel Specialist who will take care of every detail of your trip
- We have a 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- We offer flexibility and financial protection to give you total peace of mind