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9 Day Wetlands and Deserts

Witness the vast contrasts of Namibia and Botswana, from vast deserts to lush waterways and rivers. The tour takes you across some of the most breathtaking landscapes imaginable, with highlights including Chobe National Park, Makgadigadi Pans, Okavango Delta and the Kalahari Desert. Set off on the open road on this self-drive adventure par excellence, and discover the many amazing destinations across desert and wetlands.

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Highlights

• Windhoek
• Chobe National Park
• Makgadikgadi Pans
• Okavango Delta
• Kalahari Desert

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Map of the Tour

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Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 - CHOBE SAFARI LODGE, CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Your adventure starts in the Chobe National Park, the second largest National Park in Botswana. You will arrive at your lodge, to spend the rest of the day at leisure. (D)

DAY 2 - CHOBE SAFARI LODGE, CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Start the day with an early game drive, followed by a game cruise on the Chobe River later this afternoon. You could also transfer to Victoria Falls for the day, to return to your lodge in the afternoon. (B,D)

DAY 3 - PLANET BAOBAB, MAKGADIKGADI PANS
After breakfast you will leave Kasane and travel to the Makgadikgadi Pans. After explore the area, you will arrive at camp to overnight. (B,L,D)

DAY 4 - PLANET BAOBAB, MAKGADIKGADI PANS
Today is spent at camp, relaxing or exploring the area. Make sure that you bring a camera to capture the stunning scenery. (B,L,D)

DAY 5 - MAUN LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA
You will travel west today to reach Maun, on the southern end of the Okavango Delta. The rest of the day is spent relaxing at your lodge. (B)

DAY 6 - MAUN LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA
Take your pick from a number of options, including a guided trip into Moremi Game Reserve. Or you could choose to relax for the day. (B)

DAY 7 - MOTSWIRI LODGE, KALAHARI DESERT
On this day you will drive further west into the Kalahari Desert, where you can enjoy game drives at a nature reserve, plus sundowners and other game activities. (B,D)

DAY 8 - MOTSWIRI LODGE, KALAHARI DESERT
Options for today include relaxing at your lodge, or enjoying a Bushman walk through the desert (activities at your own expense). (B,D)

DAY 9 - WINDHOEK
On the final day of your self-drive tour, you will set off back to Windhoek, where you will end the tour. (B)