Nxai Pan and Delta Expedition

Overview

This 6-day safari itinerary starts in Maun and traverses the seasonal lushness of the Nxai Pan before returning through a relaxing gateway camp to the heart of the Okavango Delta.

Itinerary

Days 1–2: Nxai Pan National Park The journey begins with a drive east from Maun to Nxai Pan National Park. In early 2026, the pans are in their "green season," offering some of Botswana's best summer wildlife viewing. 

The drive from Maun to the park entrance takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours (185 km) via the A3. Camping: Stay at Nxai Pan South Camp, which offers shaded sites and basic ablutions.

• Highlights:

Zebra Migration: Witness thousands of zebras that congregate here during the summer rains.

Baines’ Baobabs: Visit the iconic cluster of seven ancient baobabs, documented in the 1860s and still standing virtually unchanged.

Predator Action: The open pans are ideal for spotting cheetahs and lions hunting the large herds of springbok and impala. 

Day 3: Raintree Camp (Shorobe) Head back toward Maun, stopping just outside the village of Shorobe for a transition night. 

The drive from Nxai Pan to Raintree Camp is roughly 4 hours.

Camping: Raintree Camp is located in Shorobe , approximately 30 minutes north of Maun. It features shady sites under a forest of rain trees, a swimming pool, and the Rusty Shack bar.

• Activity: Visit the nearby Shorobe Basket Weavers to see traditional craftsmanship and support the local community. 

Days 4–5:  Okavango Delta Camping From Shorobe , depart for a two-night immersion in the

Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. 

• Activity: Most 2-night itineraries from Maun focus on a Mokoro Camping Trip. You will be transferred to a mokoro station and then glided into the delta's channels by a professional "poler".
• Experience:

Bush Walks: Explore remote delta islands on foot with your guide to track wildlife.

Waterways: Navigate narrow, crystal-clear channels lined with papyrus.

Camping: Wild camping on a delta island, typically including meals prepared by a chef over a campfire. 

Day 6: Return to Maun Enjoy a final morning bush walk or a sunrise mokoro session before heading back to civilization.

• Return: You will be poled back to the mokoro station and transferred by 4x4 vehicle back to

Maun, arriving in the afternoon. 

Inclusion

• Comfortable tented accommodation, including mattress and a sleeping bag.
• Services of a professional guide and a camp assistant/cook.
• 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
• Tea, coffee, water coke, juice, wine with dinner and one type of beer, gin & tonic. Any additional drinks can be pre-purchased. 
• All activities as specified in the itinerary

Exclusion

• Travel Insurance
• All flights unless otherwise indicated
• Items of personal nature .Not all medications are available in this country. We advise to keep serious medication, like heart tablets, diabetic medications, etc in your hand luggage in case of lost luggage / delays. 
• Toiletries
• Staff gratuities
• Optional safari extensions
• Any visa fees for Botswana or surrounding countries (please ensure you check these requirements before you depart your country of origin). 

Terms and Conditions

25% deposit required upon confirmation

Full payment required 2 months prior to start of the safari