Today you fly to Johannesburg in South Africa, where your journey begins. If you book your flights through us, you'll arrive at the airport in the evening. A transfer will be waiting for you and will take you to a lodge near the airport. You can relax and recover from the long trip.

The next morning, you'll continue your journey towards Botswana.

If you have booked your own flights and arrive in the morning, plan for an extra travel day. On day 2, you'll pick up the car and your road trip will really begin.

Today your road trip really begins! You'll be picked up at the lodge and taken to our rental partner. Here, you'll learn everything about using your 4x4, your mode of transport and sleeping spot for the next few days.

For the first few kilometers, you'll still be in South Africa. You'll drive along green and hilly roads as you make your way towards the border with Botswana. If you keep your eyes peeled, you might spot some wildlife here and there near the private game reserves you pass by.

You'll be driving through the Grootwater Nature Reserve, a beautiful area where wild dogs, leopards, and other animal species can be found.

Tonight, you'll be sleeping in a lodge near the border with Botswana. The lodge has a lovely swimming pool and is located close to the Limpopo River. Tomorrow, it's time to cross over!

Today you cross the border into Botswana. You do this via the Groblersbrug, a small border crossing mainly used by freight traffic. You drive over a bridge across the Limpopo River and find yourself in Botswana.

You are immediately offline. Your phone has no signal, but don’t worry: you’ll receive a detailed route description in advance, and you'll have wifi again at the campsite.

Tonight, you'll sleep for the first time in a rooftop tent. To reach the eco-camping, you’ll activate your 4×4 function for the first time today. Once there, you’ll be in a serene location. The New Zealand owners have created an inviting campsite with minimal impact on nature. All the facilities you need are available, there’s a volleyball court, and you can join a local dinner.

Feeling like something active during the day? Hike the 7km-long Porcupine Loop. The trail climbs through the forest to a viewpoint overlooking Palapye and the Lotsane River, with 25 stops along the way at interesting spots like old porcupine and hyena dens, indigenous fruit trees, and unique tree species. You’ll get a guidebook with explanations for each point.

In the evening, you can admire the unique co-inhabitants of the campsite: porcupines that come out to eat as soon as it gets dark!

The first stop of the day is the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. This area is home to various rhinos, which are well protected, so the exact number is not known. Today it's time for your first safari!  Within about 1 to 2 hours, you'll have seen most of the sights and, with a bit of luck, you might spot different rhinos, zebras, giraffes & other animals. There's also a restaurant available for a cup of coffee or lunch.

Continue your journey towards the Makgadikgadi Pans. The roads are paved and in good condition, allowing you to cover a lot of distance. Along the way, you'll see the landscape slowly change. To your left lies the Kalahari Desert and to your right, the pans are getting closer.

Once you arrive at the campsite, you'll be amazed by the view of the Boteti River, located in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The campsite has a beautiful viewing deck where you can quietly enjoy the various wildlife passing by. Think of: hippos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos and much more! Watch the sunset and enjoy the stunning view from the deck.

Today, you have the opportunity to drive through the river yourself in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. Note: this can only be done if there isn't too much water. Get up close to the wildlife, but keep a respectful distance so you don't disturb them too much. You will most likely come face to face with hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and various other species.

After that, there’s a short drive planned to Maun, often referred to as the tourist capital of Botswana. The town isn't exactly charming, but the campsite has everything you need! There’s a spa, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a beautiful view over the Thamalakane River. You’ll stay here for two nights, giving you plenty of time to relax after yesterday's long journey.

Today you have a free day in Maun. Spend it however you like, book a helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta, visit the spa or relax by the pool. 

You can choose to upgrade your two nights in Maun to the lodge instead of camping. You'll stay in the same location, but in a comfortable double room with breakfast included.

Today, your adventure in Botswana truly begins. Yes, you’ve definitely had some special and adventurous days already, but in the coming days, you’ll be driving through the wilderness on unpaved roads and sleeping right next to wildlife at the campsites.

It’s important to fully fill up your car today and also to fill your extra jerrycan. There are no gas stations at the places where you will be staying afterward.

Today, you’re heading towards Khwai, a special spot located in the Okavango Delta. To get there, you’ll first drive through the Moremi Game Reserve, where you'll spot plenty of wildlife. The campsite is located by a small river and a branch of the delta, and you’ll be sleeping next to elephants and hippos. From your rooftop tent, you can see the hippos lounging in the water, and you’ll need to light a fire to keep them a bit away from your sleeping area. Don’t worry, as long as you’re well-prepared, everything will be fine.

We definitely recommend booking a mokoro excursion. In a traditional canoe, a guide will take you through the delta. Along the way, you’ll spot various animals and learn more about this unique environment.

The campsite has a swimming pool and a restaurant with a stunning view of the river. 

Today, you have the opportunity to go on a safari in the area around the Okavango Delta, also known as the Khwai Development Trust.

After that, you'll drive to Chobe National Park via the Mababe Gate.  You'll be sleeping in the park tonight. There are various trails in the area around the campsite that you can explore during a self-drive safari.  Near the campsite, there's a group of lions, many elephants, and if you're lucky, you might spot a leopard.

The campsite itself has limited facilities. There’s a braai stand for cooking, along with toilets, showers, and a small shop. You'll be sleeping right in the park, surrounded by wild animals, which makes for a unique experience.

Today you’ll drive to the other entrance of the Chobe National Park. After a few days of adventure in the wilderness, the road will become paved again.  Along the way, you'll encounter large baobab trees and hopefully a variety of different animal species.

Today's campsite is located by a giant meadow with a view of Namibia. In the meadow, you'll mostly find cows, but you can also spot a lot of birds in the area. Go on a self-drive safari nearby or enjoy a drink by the pool. The campsite has a small shop, and there's a gas station in the vicinity, which you'll definitely need after a few days in the wilderness!

Today you’ll be heading to Kasane, a small town that's popular with tourists. Kasane is located by the Chobe River, home to various wildlife species. You definitely shouldn't miss a boat trip on this river during your visit to Botswana!

You’ll be cruising in a small boat on the Chobe River as the sun slowly sets. From the water, you can spot elephants coming to the shore to drink, hippos popping their heads above the surface, and crocodiles lounging on the banks. The golden light of the setting sun paints the river orange as you glide among the animals.

The campsite for the next two nights is in a special spot, close to a waterhole where many animals come to drink. Elephants especially know how to find this waterhole, and you can watch this spectacle from the restaurant at the campsite. There’s also a swimming pool where you can relax.

Today you have the chance to visit the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. You’ll be over the border in just 20 minutes. You’ll drive right through the Zambezi National Park towards the town of Victoria Falls.

The Victoria Falls is one of the largest waterfalls in the world. A massive volume of water plunges down 108 meters over a width of nearly 1.7 kilometers, creating a constant mist of spray that can be seen for miles. The water falls from Zambia and lands in Zimbabwe.

You’ll walk through the Victoria Falls National Park along various <strong:viewpoints that offer different perspectives of the waterfall. Some spots get you so close that the mist completely soaks you. You can feel the power of the water vibrating through the ground as you walk along the paths at the edge of the gorge. The <strong roar of the water is deafening and incredible to hear.

During the excursion, you’ll visit the falls and a restaurant located on a stunning gorge near the park.

Prefer to stay in Botswana? Then you have time today to explore Kasane again, relax by the pool, or spot wildlife at the watering hole on the campsite.

The next stop is Elephant Sands, a beautiful campsite and lodge nestled in nature. Here, the elephants are in charge. Right in front of the lodge lies a natural waterhole where you can spot elephants coming to drink. This area is home to over 95,000 elephants, both resident and migratory animals, which means you can often see these majestic creatures up close.

The 16,000-hectare area is unfenced, allowing all animals to roam freely. With a bit of luck, you might also spot buffalo, lions, giraffes, wild dogs, hyenas, steenbok, leopards, kudu, and much more.

Enjoy the view of the animals from the pool, the lounge, or the restaurant. 

Today, you'll drive just an hour to your next destination: Nata.  Earlier in the trip, you stayed at the Makgadikgadi Pans, and now you're on the other side of the national park. Here you'll find the Nata Bird Sanctuary, a vast area of dried salt pans that once formed a gigantic inland lake. When there's water, the sanctuary transforms into a bird paradise. Thousands of flamingos gather here to forage in the shallow water, casting a pink glow over the landscape.

You’ll drive along dusty roads through the white, crackling salt landscape that stretches endlessly. The contrast between the bright white of the salt pans and the blue sky is stunning. Besides flamingos, you can also spot pelicans, cranes, and dozens of other bird species that come here to feed and breed. We definitely recommend booking a bird-watching excursion while you're here.

Not interested? Then enjoy the facilities at the campsite, like the swimming pool or the restaurant.

Today you drive back to South Africa after a wonderful trip through Botswana. Unfortunately, today is quite a long driving day, but this means you were able to take it a bit easier earlier in the journey. You cross back into South Africa via the same bridge, where you'll spend your last night in a lodge with a pool.

On the way, you'll drive on paved roads...

Today you're riding back to the sky