3 DAY, 2 NIGHT Boteti, Makgadikgadi, Nxai Pans

Discover the wonders of Botswana with our 3-day Boteti & Pans Tour, featuring luxurious accommodations at Boteti Tented Safari Lodge and an immersive one night camping safari to Makgadikgadi, Nxai Pans, and Baines Baobab.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and adventure as you stay in stylish, well-appointed tents that offer a serene retreat after your daily explorations. Your journey includes a breathtaking drive across the Makgadikgadi Pans, a scenic lunch surrounded by the majestic baobab trees at Baines Baobab, and a chance to observe diverse wildlife and stunning vistas in Nxai Pans.

Book now to enjoy a seamless combination of relaxation and adventure, and make the most of your Botswana safari with unforgettable landscapes and exceptional comfort.

• Day 1 – Sunset Mokoro Ride OR Xobe Village Cultural Tour

  Upon arrival at Maun Airport, your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome from your ranger and guide. From there, you’ll embark on a 20-minute drive to the picturesque Boteti Tented Safari Lodge. After check-in, enjoy a refreshing complimentary drink and a short orientation about your stay and upcoming activities. You’ll then have time to relax — perhaps enjoy lunch, take a dip in the pool, or simply unwind amidst the natural surroundings.

  

  In the late afternoon, prepare for an unforgettable sunset Mokoro safari on the Boteti River (depending on water levels). As you glide along the river’s edge, look out for hippos, crocodiles, and a vibrant variety of birdlife. Your knowledgeable Mokoro guide will share fascinating insights about the river’s ecosystem and wildlife.Should water levels be too low, this activity will be replaced with a Xobe Village Cultural Tour, where guests enjoy traditional dances, craft demonstrations, and interactions with local artisans. The tour offers an authentic glimpse into Botswana’s culture while supporting the village’s economic development. After your afternoon excursion, return to the lodge to freshen up and gather around the open fire for a delicious, traditionally prepared dinner under the stars. Enjoy a glass of wine as you listen to the tranquil sounds of the African night.

  Inclusions

  Accommodation: Boteti Tented Safari Lodge (Luxury Safari Tent)
  Transfers: Transfer from Maun
  Activities: Sunset mokoro ride on the Boteti River (or Xobe Village Tour if water levels are too low)
  Meals: Dinner

  

• Day 2 – Makgadikgadi, Nxai Pans & Baines Baobab

  After enjoying some freshly brewed coffee and rusks, you will leave Boteti behind and after an early morning departure, your adventure continues as you set off toward the Makgadikgadi Pans, one of Botswana’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders.

  You’ll begin your day with a continental breakfast at a scenic spot within the Pans, surrounded by the vast, shimmering expanse of this ancient salt flat. The silence and scale of the landscape create a breathtaking sense of space and tranquility. Following breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive across the Makgadikgadi Pans, taking in the surreal beauty and subtle wildlife of this extraordinary environment.
  For lunch, you’ll stop at the renowned Baines Baobabs, a group of ancient trees made famous by explorer Thomas Baines. Here, enjoy a picnic lunch beneath their majestic canopies — a perfect setting for reflection and photography.

  
  In the afternoon, continue your journey through Nxai Pans, where you may encounter zebra, springbok, and other wildlife adapted to this unique semi-arid ecosystem.
  As the day draws to a close, arrive at your exclusive camp set up in the Makgadikgadi Pans or Nxai Pans (depending on availability), where you’ll spend the night under an incredible canopy of stars. Enjoy a bush dinner prepared over an open fire and take in the stunning isolation of the desert — a truly unforgettable experience.

  If guests prefer a bit more luxury, they can upgrade to a tented camp such as Leopard Plains (at an additional cost)

  Guests may also choose to return to Boteti Tented Safari Lodge instead (no rate reduction applies).

  Inclusions

  Accommodation:
  Standard: BOGA campsite in Makgadikgadi/Nxai Pans (Camping)
  Upgrade (extra cost): Leopard Plains or similar (Tented Lodge)
  Activities: Full-day Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pans game drive
  Meals & Drinks: Continental picnic breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

  

• Day 3 – Drop off in Maun

  Wake to a spectacular sunrise over the open pans and enjoy a hearty bush breakfast as the morning light transforms the landscape into shades of gold and white.
  After breakfast, enjoy some final exploration of the area or simply soak in the tranquility before beginning your journey back to Maun.
  You’ll arrive in Maun by late afternoon, with a comfortable drop-off at Maun Airport or your preferred point in town.
  Your safari concludes here — but the memories of Botswana’s breathtaking contrasts, from river to desert, will stay with you forever.

  Inclusions

  Transfers: Game drive transfer to Maun
  Meals: Breakfast