Botswana safari tours

It really is a zoo out there

Ever wanted to watch migrating zebras run across the African plains or feel dwarfed as you pass a herd of elephants on the highway? On safari in Botswana, experience the brilliance of the natural world up close as you fill up your camera roll with exotic wildlife, beautiful sunsets and breathtaking landscapes. With some of the world's most renowned game reserves such as Chobe National Park and the Okavango DeltaBotswana has a spectacular variety of birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals and aquatic life that call it home. So grab your binoculars, keep the lens off your camera and buckle in because you won't want to miss a second.

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Experience the Okavango Delta with Intrepid Travel

Highlights

Group of hippos in water with one on top looking at camera in Chobe National Park
Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park is probably what you picture when someone says 'safari in Africa'. Located near the Okavango Delta, the park sits alongside the Chobe River and is home to what is thought to be the largest concentration of African elephants in the world. They often drink and bathe alongside other wildlife friends (and foes) including the cape buffalo, impala, hippos, lions, leopards and cheetahs. There are so many ways to spend your time here. Go on a 4x4 game drive, hop on a sunset cruise along Chobe River or simply sit back and listen to the noises of the great outdoors.

Family of meerkats backlit by morning sun looking around for danger
Makgadikgadi Pans

Get a firsthand glance at one of the largest salt pans in the world in what used to be Lake Makgadikgadi. The Makgadikgadi Pans are a beautiful mixture of baobab trees, salt flats and grassy plains, best explored in a 4WD. However, if the scenery alone doesn't tempt you, you may be swayed by its residents. Arguably the cutest animal on safari, the meerkat is native to the Ntwetwe salt pan and is often huddled in mobs by the dunes. You'll also be among some of the world's largest animals such as elephants and giraffes.

Zebra split from herd looks at camera on Boteti River plain
Boteti River

The Boteti River is a must for die-hard zebra lovers as over 25,000 zebras migrate here from the neighboring game park. Since the Boteti River is the only permanent water source in the area, it attracts many animal species to its shores. It doesn’t matter whether you’re more interested in the prey or the predators, you’ll likely see them all. Find leafy-green eaters such as giraffes, springboks and oryx enjoying the lush vegetation and the toothy species, namely the lions, cheetahs and wild dogs, lurking hungrily nearby.

Parent and baby Black Rhinoceros in Khama Rhino Sanctuary in Botswana
Khama Rhino Sanctuary

While not quite as fanciful as their mythical cousins (the unicorn), rhinoceros sightings are almost as rare these days due to their near-extinct status. Luckily, places like the Khama Rhino Sanctuary (KRS) have homed and rehabilitated black and white rhinos since 1992. The sanctuary aims to reintroduce as many rhinos as possible into the wild through a successful breeding program and anti-poaching patrols.

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Okavango & Beyond

Geoffrey · Traveled July 2024
This was an outstanding trip combining wildlife, culture and a good variety of activities. The Intrepid Team of Njubalo, Amo and Vuyani were excellent and kept us safe, well fed and entertained as well as sharing many stories and their love of Africa.
Review submitted 22 Jul 2024

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Kate · Traveled July 2024
I would highly recommend this company. They clearly care for the environment and for the community and their leaders are extremely well informed and are proud to work for them .we had a fabulous experience that went far beyond our expectations .
Review submitted 23 Jul 2024

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Stuart · Traveled July 2024
Great trip and amazing experiences. Be prepared for the cold mornings and evenings on the drives (it can get baltic). Switch off and enjoy the sunsets / sunrises (not sure which was better). Botswana lived up to everything I wanted and expected. Just go for it.
Review submitted 23 Jul 2024

Okavango Experience

Phil · Traveled July 2024
Great guides, great food, perfect balance of activities, lots of long travel days made fun by the guides, incredible experiences. Recommend this trip to anyone who is adventurous
Review submitted 22 Jul 2024

Okavango Experience

Rachel · Traveled July 2024
It's not a holiday, it's an adventure! Talk about a walk on the wild side! Camping in the middle of the Okavango Delta surrounded by wildlife, was almost an out of body experience - I'm not sure my brain has quite caught up! Can 100% recommend this trip (but not if you don't like roughing it a bit & getting your hands dirty)!
Review submitted 28 Jul 2024

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