6-day lion safari Makgadikgadi Pans Botswana in Okavango Delta
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6-day lion safari Makgadikgadi Pans Botswana in Okavango Delta

Duration

6 Days

Country

Botswana

Group Size

Flexible

Published

26 Aug 2026

Tour Overview

wildlife safari is the focus of this 6 day Botswana itinerary with Eton Safaris. The route is paced for clear daily logistics, guided activities matching Botswana Wildlife Safari Tours, comfortable lodge stays on overnight days, and a final day with breakfast and lunch only before departure. 6-day lion safari Makgadikgadi Pans Botswana in Okavango Delta in Botswana with Eton Safaris. We arrange lodges, park permits, transport, and guided safaris with experienced local teams. Share your travel dates and interests for a tailored itinerary.

Tour Highlights

  • day lion safari Makgadikgadi Pans Botswana focus across Botswana
  • Guided time in Okavango Delta
  • Signature activity: sunset cruise on the Chobe
  • Private driver-guide and road support
  • Lodge base at Savute Safari Lodge (route dependent)
  • Meal plan aligned to daily safari timing
  • Transparent inclusions for park fees and listed activities
  • Designed for strong on-page clarity and itinerary scannability

Includes

  • Park entry fees (non-resident rates)
  • All included activities (optional extras not included)
  • All accommodation as per the itinerary (upgrade options available)
  • An expert driver/guide to enhance your experience
  • All transport throughout the tour (optional transfers not included)
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Meals as specified in your daily itinerary

Excludes

  • International flights (to/from your home country)
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation
  • Tips and gratuities (recommended guideline: per day)
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Any government-imposed tax or park fee increases
  • Selected meals as specified in the day-by-day section
  • Drinks and beverages

Itinerary in details

Day1Arrival Transfer & Orientation Toward Okavango Delta
This chapter of the safari starts when a transfer from Maun Airport, easing into Botswana's landscapes while your guide outlines the coming days. After a short refreshment stop you reach Okavango Delta, where scenic light-aircraft transfer sets the tone for this privately guided departure. Check-in at Nxamaseri Island Lodge follows, with time to settle before dinner and a clear briefing on tomorrow's pace. Evening settles with time to rest and prepare for the next chapter.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Nxamaseri Island Lodge

Day2Okavango Delta Focus Day — elephant congregation viewing
With soft morning light across the landscape, dedicated time in Okavango Delta. Rangers and your private guide coordinate elephant congregation viewing, prioritizing low-impact access for wildlife movement through the day. Your driver then links the next segment toward Moremi Crossing for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The lodge team settles you in while your guide confirms the next morning’s plan.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Moremi Crossing

Day3Okavango Delta Focus Day — night drive in concession
Following a short safety orientation, dedicated time in Okavango Delta. Rangers and your private guide coordinate mokoro dugout excursion, following ranger cues for wildlife movement through the day. The itinerary pivots naturally into Cresta Mowana Resort for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Guests wind down with optional briefings on tomorrow’s conservation notes.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Cresta Mowana Resort

Day4Okavango Delta Focus Day — meerkat encounter on the pans
The day begins as dedicated time in Okavango Delta. Rangers and your private guide coordinate meerkat encounter on the pans, focusing patiently on wildlife movement through the day. From there the experience deepens around Savute Safari Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Dinner is timed for an early start tomorrow, keeping energy high for the trail.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Savute Safari Lodge

Day5Okavango Delta Focus Day — scenic light-aircraft transfer
After a calm briefing, dedicated time in Okavango Delta. Rangers and your private guide coordinate delta island walk, building photographic opportunities around wildlife movement through the day. Before long you continue toward Nxamaseri Island Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The schedule closes with a relaxed return and an early night ahead.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: Nxamaseri Island Lodge

Day6Final Activity Window & Departure via Maun Airport
A measured start to the day unfolds when a final outing around Okavango Delta, keeping the schedule flexible so highlights of sunset cruise on the Chobe can be enjoyed without rush. The route then leads into your outbound transfer route, with packed timing that protects flight or border connections. After a light midday meal, the safari concludes as your driver returns you toward Maun Airport. You end the day reviewing wildlife highlights with your guide over dinner.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Only

Accommodation: No accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What animals will I see on Wildlife Safari in Botswana?

Wildlife Safari focuses on the parks and habitats Botswana is known for — savannah game drives, boat cruises where available, and lodges close to the wildlife you came to see.

How many days do I need for Wildlife Safari?

A short Wildlife Safari highlight can work in a few days. A fuller Botswana wildlife circuit with two or more parks is typically a week or more.

When is the best time for Wildlife Safari in Botswana?

Dry months usually mean easier game viewing. We plan Wildlife Safari around rains, park roads, and the wildlife movements that matter for your dates.

Can I add gorilla trekking or beach time to Wildlife Safari?

Yes, only where those experiences exist. We keep Wildlife Safari as the wildlife core and add gorillas, chimps, or beach days in destinations that actually offer them.

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