An Expedition into the Okavango Delta
Duration
10 Nights | 11 Days
Dates
28 February 2027 - 10 March 2027
Guide
Cedric Dold
Location
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Prepare for an extraordinary 10-day journey into the heart of the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Guided by the expert knowledge and professional care of your private guide, Cedric, you will explore three distinct and unique camps, each offering its own signature slice of the African wilderness.
Your adventure begins in the wildlife-rich Khwai Concession at the elegant Machaba Camp. From there, you will journey into the Santawani Concession (NG32) to experience the sweeping floodplains of Gomoti Plains, before concluding your expedition at the riverside sanctuary of Kiri Camp.
Each location is entirely unique, offering a perfect balance of land-based game drives and water-based safaris in motorized boats and traditional dugout canoes (mokoros). With world-class wildlife sightings, a touch of luxury, and evenings spent sharing stories around the campfire, this promises to be the adventure of a lifetime
- Your Private Guide -
Cedric Dold
Private Safari Guide
With 19 years of guiding experience and a natural gift for tracking, Cedric brings a steady presence and sharp eye to the bush. Trained through EcoTraining and in-lodge mentoring, he specialises in big cats and the art of reading the land until its stories come to life.
- The Lodge -
Machaba Camp
Situated in the game rich Khwai area on the eastern tongue of the Okavango Delta, lies the sophisticated Machaba Camp. The setting is exquisite and guests will fall in love with the understated elegant colonial architeture of Machaba. Wake up to the sounds of hippo wallowing in the Delta and enjoy outdoor dining on the banks of the Khwai.
Ten luxury tents with en-suite bathrooms and outdoor showers are located between tall riverine trees. Each of the tents have views of the Delta and the Moremi Game Reserve. From these tented verandas one can watch the daily parade of animals coming down to drink at the river in front of camp. Machaba, despite its obvious luxury is still an affordable camp.
Gomoti Plains Camp
Set within a community-run concession on the southeastern edge of the Okavango Delta, the Gomoti Plains region takes its name from the Gomoti River system that winds through this remarkable wilderness. The Gomoti tree — locally known as the water fig — flourishes along the waterways and floodplains of the Delta, often appearing as a modest bush-like tree despite its resilience. This rich ecosystem supports exceptional concentrations of wildlife, drawn to the fertile plains, permanent channels, and seasonal floodwaters that define the area.
Overlooking one of the smaller floodplains of the Gomoti river system, Gomoti Plains Camp offers an intimate safari experience immersed in the rhythms of the Delta. Framed by towering palms and shaded riverine vegetation, the camp’s elegant canvas tents combine eco-conscious luxury with authentic wilderness charm. Both land and water-based safari activities provide outstanding game viewing opportunities, allowing guests to experience this vibrant landscape from every perspective.
Kiri Camp
Named after the Kiri Channel that flows gently past the island on which the camp is built, Kiri Camp offers an immersive Okavango Delta experience in one of the region’s most pristine and remote settings. Elevated on wooden walkways and decks, the camp overlooks the expansive Kiri floodplains, with sweeping views stretching out into the surrounding wilderness. Designed to blend naturally into the ebony forest that shelters the camp, the architecture makes use of timber, canvas, and natural reeds to create an atmosphere that is both luxurious and deeply connected to the environment.
Situated within a private concession, Kiri Camp combines exceptional land and water-based safari experiences, granting access to quieter, less-travelled areas of the Delta. During peak flood season, motorboat excursions offer a captivating way to explore the waterways and encounter wildlife from the river itself, while traditional mokoro safaris provide a slower, more intimate perspective as guests glide silently through lily-lined channels at water level. The Kiri region is renowned for its rich diversity of wildlife, particularly its impressive predator activity, strong buffalo populations, and exceptional sightings of the endangered African wild dog.
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Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport where you will be met on arrival and assisted through formalities. Settle into your hotel just moments from the terminal, with time to rest before the journey ahead.
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Machaba Camp • Khwai Conservancy
Fly to Maun and continue by light aircraft into the Khwai Conservancy. Spend three nights at Machaba Camp with Cedric, exploring this wildlife-rich region through twice-daily game drives, with evenings shared around the fire under open skies. -
Gomoti Plains Camp • Okavango Delta
Continue deeper into the Delta to Gomoti Plains, where wide floodplains and open terrain draw strong concentrations of wildlife. Days are shaped by guided drives across these expansive landscapes, known for predator activity and far-reaching views. -
Kiri Camp • Okavango Delta
Move to Kiri Camp, where the focus shifts to the Delta’s waterways. Game drives are complemented by mokoro and boat excursions, offering a quieter, water-led perspective of this landscape. -
Departure • Okavango Delta to Johannesburg
Fly from camp to Maun, connecting onward to Johannesburg for your onward journey.
Inclusions, Exclusions & Pricing
Included
All internal travel
All inclusive 5 star accommodation
Food and drinks.
Professional and expert host, Cedric Dold, for the duration.
Excluded
International flights
Travel insurance
Personal purchases
Gratuities
Pricing
Per person sharing | $12,800.88
Single | $13,739.14 (single room)