WELCOME TO THE NORTHERN HIGHLIGHTS SAFARI
Embark on a captivating 10-day Northern Highlights northbound safari from Maun to Kasane, traversing the rich tapestry of Botswana's wilderness. Experience the pristine beauty of the Okavango Delta, the enigmatic Mababe private reserve, and the famed Savuti in Chobe National Park, each locale presenting unparalleled wildlife spectacles and the essence of the African wild.
Why Choose
Northern Highligts
Moremi’s Mosaic of Wonders
Launch your journey in the enchanting Moremi, a mosaic of wetlands and woodlands a buzz with wildlife activities, where predator and prey interactions offer a thrilling spectacle amidst the beauty of the Okavango Delta.
Mababe's Secluded Wilderness
Delve into the Mababe Private Reserve, an untamed wilderness where the game thrives, sustained by the nutrient-rich soils left by ancient lakes, creating a haven for birdlife and large mammal populations.
Savuti's Wild Drama
Enter the stage of Savuti, where the timeless dance of Africa's most formidable wildlife unfolds. This dramatic landscape, featured in National Geographic's “Savage Kingdom,” echoes with tales of survival and majesty.
Chobe River's Spectacle
Navigate towards the Chobe River, a life-giving artery where diverse habitats host herds of elephants and myriad bird species, offering a chance to observe the intricate web of life that thrives along its banks.
Expert Guiding
Throughout this northward trek, expert guides will enhance your safari with deep insights into the region's ecology and animal behavior, turning each game drive and nature walk into a chapter of your personal African narrative.
A Trip you won’t forget
Your Northern Highlights safari is a journey of contrasts and discoveries, charting a course through Botswana's most revered wildlife areas and delivering experiences that resonate with the soul of Africa. Embrace this adventure with open eyes and an eager heart, and return home with stories etched into your memory.
Activities: River Cruise, Game Drives
Your adventure starts at 9 a.m. in Kasane with a captivating boat cruise on the Chobe River. This excursion provides a unique opportunity to observe elephants, hippos, and a variety of bird species along the riverbanks. After the cruise, embark on a journey towards the Savuti region, where you'll spend the first three nights. Savuti is celebrated for its predator sightings, including lions and hyenas, and its rich birdlife.
Activities: Game Drives, Bushman Painting
Spend the next two days delving into the heart of Savuti. Known for its unique geological features and abundant wildlife, this area offers incredible game viewing opportunities. Your days will be filled with game drives, capturing sights of majestic elephants, graceful giraffes, and elusive leopards. Visit ancient Bushman paintings, adding a historical and cultural dimension to your safari. The evenings in Savuti provide a tranquil backdrop for reflecting on the day’s adventures.
Activities: Game Drive, Night Drive, Walking Safari
Travel next to the Mababe Concession, a diverse area known for its large elephant populations and active predator presence. Here, you’ll experience both day and night game drives, revealing the varied behaviors of wildlife from dawn till dusk. The walking safaris in Mababe offer a closer look at the smaller, yet equally fascinating aspects of the African bush.
Activities: Game Drives
Continue your journey to Xakanaxa in the Moremi Game Reserve. Over three nights, explore this biodiverse area known for its spectacular sightings of endangered wild dogs and vibrant birdlife, including species like the African Skimmer. The game drives through Xakanaxa's mix of dry land and delta offer an unparalleled safari experience, with frequent sightings of red lechwe and other antelope species along the waterways.
Activities: Game Drive, Charter Flight
Your safari concludes with a charter flight from Xakanaxa back to Maun. This aerial journey provides a final, sweeping view of the Okavango Delta, a fitting end to an unforgettable safari experience in some of Botswana’s most iconic wildlife areas.This Northern Highlights southbound itinerary offers a comprehensive exploration of Botswana's natural wonders, from the water-rich environments of Chobe and Savuti to the diverse ecosystems of Moremi, each day bringing new and exciting encounters with Africa’s magnificent wildlife.
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Northern Highlights, Northbound: From Maun to Kasane
Day 1 – Maun to Xakanaxa (Moremi Game Reserve)
Activities: Charter flight, Game Drives
Begin your Botswana adventure with a scenic charter flight to Xakanaxa Airstrip in the Moremi Game Reserve, arranged by Mack Air. If you're already in Maun, we'll organize a convenient airport transfer. Enjoy the aerial views of sprawling landscapes, spotting elephants, hippos, and buffalos.Your first three nights in Xakanaxa will be filled with exploring the diverse wildlife and landscapes on morning and afternoon game drives, where the bush comes alive with its inhabitants.
Day 2 – 3: Xakanaxa (Moremi Game Reserve)
Activities: Game Drives
Delve deeper into the wonders of Moremi, a sanctuary for endangered wild dogs, roaming buffalo herds, and majestic lion prides. Witness the daily life of these incredible animals in their natural habitat. The area’s rich birdlife offers a symphony of sounds and sights, from the secretive African Rail to the elegant Coppery-tailed Coucal, creating a paradise for nature enthusiasts.
Day 4: Xakanaxa to Mababe Concession
Activities: Game Drive, Night Drive
Journey northeast towards the Mababe area, rich in wildlife diversity. Experience the tranquility of a mokoro excursion in the Khwai and Mbudi channels, a serene way to connect with the delta. As dusk falls, embark on a thrilling night drive, an opportunity to witness the nocturnal side of the bush, alive with mysterious sounds and sights.
Day 5 – 6: Mababe Concession
Activities: Game Drive, Night Drive, Walking Safari
In the Mababe Concession, each game drive unveils a different aspect of the African wilderness. From majestic bull elephants and prowling lions to elusive leopards and serval, the area is a canvas of wildlife encounters. The night drives add a layer of excitement, revealing the nocturnal activities of the bush, while walking safaris offer an intimate experience with the smaller wonders of the wild.
Day 7: Mababe to Savuti (Central Chobe National Park)
Activities: Game Drives
Travel to the dramatic landscapes of Savuti in Central Chobe National Park. This area is a theater of natural drama, where powerful predators and their prey enact the timeless struggle for survival. Capture these incredible moments and witness the raw beauty of nature at its most primal.
Day 8-9: Savuti (Central Chobe National Park)
Activities: Game Drives, Bushman Painting Walks
Explore Savuti's unique terrain, characterized by volcanic rocks and rolling grasslands. Observe diverse wildlife, from agile antelopes to the formidable lion prides. A visit to the ancient Bushman paintings adds a touch of historical intrigue to your safari, connecting you to the land's ancestral past.
Day 10: Chobe River Cruise and Departure
Activities: River Cruise
Your safari culminates with a serene cruise along the Chobe River. Revel in the peaceful ambiance as you glide past riverbanks teeming with wildlife. This final journey to Kasane for a picnic lunch is a fitting end to your incredible safari experience, leaving you with memories to cherish forever. The adventure concludes in Kasane around 3:30 pm.
This safari adventure promises an unforgettable journey through Botswana's spectacular wilderness, filled with awe-inspiring wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes. From the verdant wetlands of Moremi to the vibrant life along the Chobe River, each day brings new discoveries and lasting memories.
Nestled in the heart of the African bush, your safari accommodation will be in spacious, Sahara-style 4 x 3m tents. These tents perfectly marry the ruggedness of the wild with the comforts you desire. Each tent boasts a high roof for a spacious feel, an en-suite 2 x 3m bathroom, and an additional covered 2 x 3m front area, ideal for unwinding and absorbing the beauty of the surrounding wilderness.
Your tent comes furnished with sturdy base camp beds, outfitted with cozy mattresses, crisp sheets, warm duvets, and fluffy pillows, ensuring a comfortable and rejuvenating sleep. The en-suite facilities include a long drop toilet and a rear-located bucket shower, providing a genuine bush experience with water heated over a fire to your liking.
For your comfort, hand and bath towels are provided in each tent. We advise guests to bring personal toiletries for their convenience. Enhancing the rustic charm, each tent is equipped with oil/paraffin lamps for the veranda and bathroom, and a LED rechargeable light inside, along with a handy side table in both the sleeping and bathroom areas.
Families journeying with young children are well catered for with specially designed family tents. These units offer two bedrooms and a shared bathroom, all within a secure and lockable structure, ensuring both safety for the children and tranquility for the parents. Each bedroom accommodates two, offering the perfect balance of privacy and family togetherness.
Our safari accommodations are thoughtfully crafted to enrich your experience in the wild. They balance adventure with the comforts and safety of a well-appointed lodging, promising that your time in Botswana is as unforgettable as its majestic wildlife and landscapes.
Begin your Botswana adventure by immersing yourself in the stark beauty of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, one of the planet's largest salt flats. This pre-safari experience offers a landscape so vast and open it redefines the sense of space. Here, you can witness an incredible transformation as the dry season's barren terrain bursts into life with migratory birds and wildlife following the rains, or feel the thrill of quad biking across its ancient expanses.
After your Northern Highlights safari, why not cap off your unforgettable safariwith the awe-inspiring majesty of Victoria Falls, or the rich biodiversity of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe? Each destination brings its own unique magic to your African experience. Victoria Falls, with its thunderous roar and misty rainbows, offers a spectacle of natural wonder, while Hwange National Park invites intimate encounters with an array of wildlife in a pristine wilderness setting.
By combining these iconic destinations with your safari, you create a journey filled with awe-inspiring moments and a deeper connection to the majestic landscapes of Southern Africa, from the quiet grandeur of the Makgadikgadi to the vibrant life force of Victoria Falls and the untamed natural beauty of Hwange National Park.
- This safari offers 46 tours per year: Please fill out the enquiry form with your preferred dates.
- Each tour can accommodate up to 7 guests and is guaranteed to depart with a minimum of one guest.
- There is no single supplement charge for solo travellers.
Prices (per person)
- Please note: The first date listed for each season represents the first available tour departure date, and the last date represents the final opportunity to depart for that season.
- 2024
- Green Season: 23 January - 26 March – 3,895 Euro/person
- Shoulder Season: 02 April – 25 June – 5,595 Euro/person
- High Season: 28 June – 22 October – 6,395Euro/person
- Shoulder Season: 29 October – 26 November – 5,595 Euro/person
- Low Season: 04 December & 8 December – 3,895 Euro/person
- 2025
- Green Season: 19 January - 30 March – 3,895 Euro/person
- Shoulder Season: 06. April 2025 – 25 May 2025 – 5,595 Euro/person
- High Season: 01 June 2025 – 26 October 2025 – 6,395 Euro/person
- Shoulder Season: 02 November 2025 – 23 November 2025 – 5,595 Euro/person
- Low Season: 30 November 2025 & 07 December 2025 – 3,895 Euro/person
The price includes:
- Spacious and comfortable tented accommodation with beds, bed linen, and towels, plus a private en-suite bathroom
- Services of a professional guide, a safari chef, and camp assistants, including a supply vehicle
- Game drives and local transfers in customized safari vehicles
- Exclusive camping in private campsites within the national parks and reserves.
- All entrance and camping fees within the national parks and reserves.
- All meals and drinks (including mineral water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and G&T) for the duration of the safari
- Charter flight from Xakanaxa (Moremi Game Reserve) to Maun
- All activities as outlined in the itinerary
- 12% Value Added Tax
The price does not include:
- Travel Insurance.
- All flights
- Items of personal nature.
- Staff gratuities.
- Optional safari extension activities
- Drinks at lodges or accommodations not includedin the safari itinerary
Why we love it
Okavango Delta
Embark on a journey through the heart of Botswana's wilderness, from the water-laced wonderland of the Okavango Delta to the storied landscapes of the Savuti, experiencing firsthand the diverse habitats and unparalleled wildlife spectacles that make this region a cornerstone of African safari adventures.
Mababe depression
Discover the secluded beauty of the Mababe depression, where ancient lakes have left behind nutrient-rich soils, creating a birder's paradise and a sanctuary for large mammal populations, offering intimate encounters with nature in its most pristine form.
Chobe National Park
Navigate the dramatic narratives of the Savuti in Chobe National Park, a land of legendary elephant herds and lion prides, where each game drive unfolds like a chapter from 'Savage Kingdom', immersing you in the raw and unscripted drama of the wild.
concentrations of wildlife
Conclude your safari with a tranquil cruise along the life-giving waters of the Chobe River, observing the dense concentrations of wildlife from a unique vantage point, and reflecting on a journey that weaves together the rich tapestry of Botswana's natural wonders with expert guidance and luxurious bush accommodations.
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