Okavango Delta Classic Luxury Safari (5–6 Days)

Destination: Okavango Delta, Botswana
Tour Type: Luxury Fly-In Safari
Best For: First-time Okavango visitors, couples, wildlife lovers, photographers

Overview

The Okavango Delta Classic Luxury Safari is the perfect introduction to one of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas. This fly-in safari immerses you in the heart of the Delta, where seasonal floodwaters transform the Kalahari into a lush oasis teeming with wildlife.

Staying in carefully selected luxury camps, you’ll experience a balanced mix of game drives, mokoro excursions, and guided walking safaris, all led by expert local guides.

Highlights

• Scenic light aircraft flights into the Okavango Delta
• Daily 4×4 game drives in wildlife-rich concessions
• Traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris
• Exceptional sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, and buffalo
• Exclusive camps in private concessions (no crowds)

Safari Experience

Activities vary depending on water levels and camp location, but typically include:

• Morning and afternoon game drives
• Mokoro excursions through papyrus-lined channels
• Guided nature walks on Delta islands
• Sundowner experiences in the wilderness

The private concession system allows for off-road driving, night drives, and highly flexible safari schedules.

Wildlife

Common sightings include:

• African elephants (large herds)
• Lions and leopards
• African wild dogs
• Buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and antelope species
• Hippos and crocodiles
• Rich birdlife (kingfishers, herons, fish eagles)

Accommodation

Luxury tented camps or lodges featuring:

• En-suite safari tents or suites
• Open-air decks with Delta views
• Fine dining and premium service
• Small guest numbers for exclusivity

Accommodation is selected based on season and availability.

Best Time to Travel

• May – October: Peak flood season, best overall wildlife viewing
• November – April: Green season, fewer crowds, excellent birding

Ideal Extensions

• Victoria Falls
• Chobe National Park
• Moremi Game Reserve
• Combination with another Okavango camp for varied landscapes

Who This Safari Is For

• Luxury safari travelers
• Honeymooners
• Wildlife photographers
• Travelers seeking exclusivity and immersion