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Adventure Camping

Rhino trail

Tour Description

Embark on an extraordinary 12 Nights / 13 days camping adventure, the Rhino Trail, offering a unique opportunity to encounter both white and black rhinos in Botswana. Starting in the capital city of Gaborone and concluding in Maun, this safari promises an unforgettable experience in the heart of Africa's wilderness.

  • Tour Highlights:

      • 1 Night: Gaborone – Discover the Three Chiefs Monument, a remarkable tribute to Botswana’s rich cultural heritage, in Gaborone.
      • 2 Nights: Khama Rhino Sanctuary – Immerse yourself in the unique ecosystem of Khama Rhino Sanctuary, home to a thriving population of rhinos and other wildlife.
      • 1 Night: Lekhubu – Explore the serene Lekhubu Island, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the Okavango Delta.
      • 2 Nights: Nxai Pan – Experience the vastness of Nxai Pan National Park, renowned for its exceptional game viewing opportunities.
      • 1 Night: Maun – Enjoy a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta (optional) for a bird’s-eye view of this natural wonder.
      • 3 Nights: Moremi – Explore the world-famous Moremi Game Reserve, a wildlife haven teeming with diverse species.
      • 3 Nights: Khwai –  Discover the Khwai area, known for its exceptional predator sightings and incredible birdlife.

Please note: Arrive in Gaborone the day before the safari begins, as the safari starts early at 08:00hrs on day 1. Bush Rover Safaris will arrange airport pickup and accommodation.

Overview Itinerary

  • Arrival Day: Gaborone Cultural Tours / 3 Chiefs Monument
  • Day 1: Khama Rhino Sanctuary -> Game Drives
  • Day 2: Khama Rhino Sanctuary -> Game Drives
  • Day 3: Likhubu Island
  • Day 4: Nxai Pan -> Game Drives
  • Day 5: Nxai Pan -> Game Drives
  • Day 6: Maun (Optional Scenic Flight)
  • Day 7: Moremi (Xakanaka) Game Drives
  • Day 8: Moremi (Xakanaka) Boat Cruise & Game Drives
  • Day 9: Moremi (Xakanaka) Game Drives
  • Day 10: Moremi (Khwai) Game Drives
  • Day 11: Moremi (Khwai) Mokoro Exploration
  • Day 12: Moremi (Khwai) Game Drives

Detailed itinerary

Experience the best of Botswana's wildlife and landscapes on the Rhino Trail, a safari designed for those seeking an authentic African adventure.

Arrival Day: Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

Apon on arrival a professional guide from Bush rover safaris will be waiting at the airport with a board written your name, he will meet and greet then transfer you to the lodge where you going to overnight.

Your safari starts at comfortable lodge in Gaborone you will have your afternoon at leisure to relax and explore Gaborone city to visit the chiefs’ monuments. Lunch and dinner at own expense.

Day 1. Transfer To Khama Rhino Santuary

Early morning of the day after enjoying our breakfast the journey takes us to Khama rhino sanctuary

From the capital city, drive on a paved road for 391 km, which will take approximately 3 hours to reach the camp. We will have lunch on the way before arriving at our destination. Upon arrival at the camp, the team will demonstrate how to build the tent. It is a good experience. As soon as we finish setting up the camp, the guide will update us on the afternoon drive.

Gaborone-Khama rhino:391km 6hrs including stop for lunch

Khama rhino the opportunity to see both black and white rhino as well as an abundance of other wildlife species.

ACTIVITIES: Game drives, sundowner

Day 2: Khama Rhino Santuary [camping]

Early in the morning we have breakfast coffee, tea, cereals, corn flakes, toast and porridge as the sunrise will go an early game drive around the area then back for lunch.

ACTIVITIES: Game drives, sundowner

Day 3: Transfer To Likhubu Island [camping]

We take 4 to 5 hours drive on tared road heading northeast, likubu island is the only place on a Botswana safari with a prominent rocky feature, breath taking views of the salt pans in the Makgadikgadi and solitary aesthetic beauty.

ACTIVITIES: Game drives, sundowner

Khama rhino-likubu island 218km \5 hrs. include lunch stop

Departure:07h00

Day 4: Transfer To Nxai Pan [camping]

We have an early start this morning leaving after breakfast we drive out to Nxai pan the salt pans. This salt pans, the world, s largest, are the remnants of once massive inland lake. Today the offer spectacular scenery and endless horizons. In the season many zebras occur here. The pans offer a truly unique experience as well as an opportunity to witness an unforgettable sunset.

Day 5: Nxai Pan [ Camping] Full Day

will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is   renowned, while absorbing the sounds and the beauty of this region. Nxai pan national park covers an area of 2 100 square kilometers and comprises several larger pans. These pans are now grassed and scattered with islands of acacia trees pans fill with water during rainy season. Our drives will be around these areas.

The next day will have chance to visit the Baines, baobabs seven huge, gnarled baobab trees named after the 19 th century explorer Thomas Baines, are situated on a promontory island overlooking and surrounded by white, crusty pans.

ACTIVITIES: Game drives, sundowner

Likubu-Nxai pan 185km/4hrs include lunch stop: Departure :07h00

Day 6: Transfer To Maun [ Optional Scenic Flight Over The Delta]

We have a leisurely start this morning, transfer after breakfast we make our way to Maun, game driving for the first couple of hours. We plan to arrive in Maun in time for onward scenic flights while we endeavor to ensure the itinerary runs as advertised, Bush rover safaris reserves the right to change this due to unforeseen circumstances or external influences beyond our control.

On arrival we will drive to the camp where we stay and arrange time scenic flight and do some top up food, water to ready for the next days of camping.

ACTIVITIES: Game drives, scenic flight

Nxai pan – Maun 173km/3hrs: departure:07h00: Departure-07h00

Day 7: Transfer To Moremi Game Reserve [ Xhini, Xakanaka] Camping

After breakfast, your adventure continues through to moremi game reserve having lunch on our way before reach the camp. This is one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana with very high concentrations of game. This is an excellent area for birdwatching as relatively easy vehicle access to the permanent water pools together with a good

ACTIVITIES: Game drives

Maun-Xakanaka 158km/4hrs: Departure:07h00

diversity of habitat allows for close sightings of many different interesting species

Day 8,9: Moremi Game Reserve [ Xhini, Xakanaka] Camping

The safari never stops, hidden gem of camp perched in mopane woodland, we have an early start this

Morning for game drives, as the sun rises you will wake again to the beauty of iconic moremi experiences. After steaming hot cup of coffee and light breakfast, you will be heading off. You will spend your day on morning, afternoon game drives looking for signature of wildlife. We will head back to camp for lunch and shower and siesta.

Day 10,11 TRANSFER TO MOREMI [KHWAI] CAMPING

Today you get to explore a section of moremi game reserve that few get to experience, the best opportunity to witness this raw nature. You will also have chance to venture out on mokoro exploration experiencing a very different type of safari, focusing on the aquatic plants, birds.

Day:12 Transfer To Maun

Early the morning after enjoyed your breakfast, that will be a good time to get group photos, embark on transfer to Maun as per your arrangements.it will be end of Bush rover safaris arrangements transfer to the airport.

Tour Map

This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.

Included

☑ Use of specially modified 4×4 vehicles

☑ Professional Guide

☑ All camping on a fully serviced & non-participation basis in private campsites

☑Camping equipment

☑Meals (breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

☑ Botswana National Parks and Games reserves entrance fees.

☑ Open Vehicle Game Drives in all National Parks and Reserves.

☑ Lodge Accomodation

Excluded

✘All international airfares

✘Optional activities

✘Any gratuities, any personal expenses, visa fees, departure taxes

✘ Kindly Note that in participation Safari drinks are not provided (expect water)

✘Travel insurance (compulsory)

✘Pre and post tour accommodation and transfers

Notes

  • Park Fees & Bed Levies are statutory rates and are subject to change without prior notice and at the discretion of the
  • Botswana Government. Increases will be passed on to clients as an extra levy to any prices quoted or confirmed.
  • An extra cost applies.
  • All accommodation is en-suite with bucket shower and loo while camping.
  • Bush rover permits children from the age of 10 (children younger than 10 years may travel at the Company’s discretion).
Safari Tours

Rhino Trail

TOUR CODE TOUR START DATE START LOCATION ARRIVAL DATE END LOCATION TOUR END DATE
BRSR0001 03 APRIL GABORONE 02 April MAUN 17 APRIL
BRSR0002 26 JUNE GABORONE 25 April MAUN 10 JULY
BRSR0003 17 SEPTEMBER GABORONE 16 Sep. MAUN 01 October

USD 3, 780 per person per trip

2.5M×3M×3M Dome Tent

  • Two (2) sharing: $350 per person per day
  • Single travelers: $438 per day

Discounts apply for more than two people booking together up to a maximum of 8 guests in a vehicle:

  • 4 Guests: $335 per person per day
  • 6 Guests: $320 per person per day
  • 8 Guests: $298 per person per day

Price Includes:

  • Camping equipment and accommodation (spacious bow tents with mattresses)
  • Rooms at comfortable accommodations in Maun and Victoria Falls/Livingstone/Kasane
  • All transfers and activities as per itinerary
  • All meals indicated (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
  • Filtered drinking water, tea/coffee
  • Professional guide service and chef
  • All Botswana park fees
  • Camping fees for activities included in the itinerary
  • Transport in specialized safari vehicles.