Botswana
Explore remote desert and delta locations in Africa's premier big game safari destination! From $695 per person per night sharing*8 night itinerary. 5 nights Okavango Delta and 3 nights Makgadikgadi Salt Pans of the Kalahari Desert, staying in beautiful luxury tented camps in both locations.
Undoubtedly on every rider’s wish list, this stunning combination of two of Botswana’s most famous wildlife and wilderness areas is a “must”! In the Okavango Delta ride alongside herds of Giraffe, Zebra or Red Lechwe in the seasonally flooded plains. Home to “The Big 5”, you will see a host of other animals including Baboons, Monkeys, Kudu, Impala, Warthog, a myriad of birdlife and possibly even the endangered Wild Dog. By contrast, the Salt Pans of the Kalahari offer an experience that is almost surreal. Vast, horizon-stretching vistas of open salt pans, perfect to gallop across when dry and powdery. In times of rains, Africa’s second largest migration of Zebra and Wildebeest descends on the grassy plains on the Pans’ edge. Thundering alongside is breathtaking stuff. However, these rides are not just about the excitement of pace. Quietly observing animals and birds in their natural habitat is humbling. Comical and endearing Meerkats happily go about their day-to-day as you watch and walk with them. Spending time with Botswana’s oldest indigenous people – The San Bushman – is fascinating as they share their traditional ways with you. Both locations offer 4×4 game drives, walking/water activities as conditions permit, allowing for the most wide-ranging horseback and safari experience possible.
Dates are flexible and itineraries tailored to the individual. Salt Pans only or Delta only rides also available. Please enquire for more information.
* Excludes light aircraft flights and transfers
Special features:
Outstanding horseback safari experience in prime wildlife and wilderness areas. Morning with habituated Meerkats and time spent with the San Bushmen. Exclusive and remote destinations offering highly personalized experiences in luxurious tented camps. Discounts for children and non-riders.
Suitable for:
Intermediate/Experienced riders (riders will be carefully assessed). Families, Solo Travellers, Groups with mixed interests, Couples, Honeymoon/Romance. Wildlife enthusiasts. Lovers of the outdoors and nature. Safari travellers not wanting to ride
Additional activities to the riding:
4×4 Game Drives and Walking in both locations. San Bushman interaction, Meerkat activity on foot and Quad bike adventure (Salt Pans). Mokoro, fishing, motorboat cruises (as conditions allow in the Okavango Delta).
Recommended additional destinations:
Chobe National Park & River, Victoria Falls, Cape Town, Mozambique. Combine flying into the Okavango Delta with self-drive adventure to the Salt Pans and other regional destinations
Closest International Airport:
Maun & Kasane Airports
Open:
Year Round