Knap Tours – Wild Africa
7-Day Botswana Loop – Chobe, Salt Pans, Delta Camping & Elephant Sands, Victoria Falls to Victoria Falls
7 days· Botswana Safaris· Chobe National Park Safaris· Okavango Delta Safaris

7-Day Botswana Loop – Chobe, Salt Pans, Delta Camping & Elephant Sands, Victoria Falls to Victoria Falls

Duration
7 days
Starts & ends
Victoria Falls → Chobe → Nata → Okavango Delta → Maun → Elephant Sands → Victoria Falls
Group size
1–any guests
Transfers
Included
Cancellation
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A full circle through northern Botswana

Start and finish in Victoria Falls on a seven-day overland loop that strings together Botswana’s contrasts: elephant-lined Chobe riverbanks, the vast Makgadikgadi salt-pan country, a night under canvas in the Okavango Delta and a waterhole where elephants walk right up to the lodge.

Where you stay

Two nights at Tlou Safari Lodge near Chobe, one at Nata Lodge on the edge of the pans, one night of simple bush camping in the Delta, one at Sedia Hotel in Maun and a final night at Elephant Sands. Lodges are mid-range; the Delta night is budget camping, not a permanent camp.

US$3,450 per person sharing. Solo travellers may book with the standard supplement. Mokoro outings depend on water levels and safe conditions. Optional Victoria Falls and Delta scenic-flight activities are available on request.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1 – Victoria Falls to Chobe

    Leave Victoria Falls at about 09:00 and cross into Botswana to Kasane. Check in at Tlou Safari Lodge, then head into northern Chobe for an afternoon game drive along the river, where elephants and buffalo gather to drink.

  2. Day 2 – Chobe by Vehicle and Boat

    Head out early on a morning game drive in search of lions, leopards and big herds. After lunch, board a boat for a late-afternoon cruise on the Chobe River, watching elephants bathe and hippos surface in the golden light. Second night at Tlou Safari Lodge.

  3. Day 3 – South to the Makgadikgadi

    Drive south to Nata on the edge of the Makgadikgadi, the remains of an ancient lake that once covered a vast area. Overnight at Nata Lodge.

  4. Day 4 – Into the Okavango Delta

    After an early breakfast, set off for an overnight Delta excursion. Glide through the channels by mokoro, walk with your guide and enjoy meals out in the wilderness before a night in a simple bush camp.

  5. Day 5 – Delta Walk and Maun

    Take a morning nature walk before returning to Maun around lunchtime. The afternoon is free; a scenic flight over the Delta can be arranged on request. Overnight at Sedia Hotel.

  6. Day 6 – Elephant Sands

    Drive to Elephant Sands, where elephants come to the waterhole right in front of the lodge. Join an afternoon game drive, then dinner and an overnight stay.

  7. Day 7 – Return to Victoria Falls

    After breakfast, drive back to Victoria Falls with lunch en route. The safari ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

Where you'll stay

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Tlou Safari Lodge

Chobe, Botswana

Nata Lodge, Nata, near Nata Bird Sanctuary and Makgadikgadi salt pans, BotswanaNata Lodge, Nata, near Nata Bird Sanctuary and Makgadikgadi salt pans, Botswana

Nata Lodge

Nata, near Nata Bird Sanctuary and Makgadikgadi salt pans, Botswana

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Knap Tours Temporary Budget Bush Camp

Okavango Delta, Botswana · Camp set up by our team

Sedia Hotel, Maun, Botswana · Listed base; Delta camping alternative by arrangementSedia Hotel, Maun, Botswana · Listed base; Delta camping alternative by arrangement

Sedia Hotel

Maun, Botswana · Listed base; Delta camping alternative by arrangement

Elephant Sands Lodge, Elephant Sands, near Nata, Botswana

Elephant Sands Lodge

Elephant Sands, near Nata, Botswana

  • Victoria Falls hotel pick-up and return drop-off (hotel or airport)
  • All road transport in a safari vehicle throughout
  • Two nights at Tlou Safari Lodge, one at Nata Lodge, one at Sedia Hotel and one at Elephant Sands
  • One night of budget bush camping in the Okavango Delta
  • Chobe game drives and a Chobe River boat cruise
  • Mokoro outing and guided nature walk in the Delta
  • Afternoon game drive at Elephant Sands
  • All meals Days 1–6; breakfast and lunch on Day 7; drinking water

Not included

  • International flights and visas
  • Accommodation before or after the safari
  • Drinks other than water
  • Dinner on Day 7
  • Optional scenic flights and Victoria Falls activities
  • Travel insurance, gratuities and personal expenses

Need an extra airport or lodge transfer? See popular transfers, booked with our partner SavannahLink.

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