BOTSWANA & ZIMBABWE
VICTORIA FALLS, CHOBE, SAVUTI AND THE OKAVANGO
+ KALAHARI
The Jewel of Southern Africa
Photo Safari | July 2025
$4850 (≈£3690) pp sharing
Botswana is a true wildlife haven, where the raw beauty of nature surrounds you, offering an authentic safari experience like no other. Imagine getting up close to Africa’s elusive big cats, watching packs of African wild dogs on the move, or witnessing large elephant families as they navigate their ancient paths. This is a land teeming with life, where every moment reveals something extraordinary.
From the thunderous roar of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, known as the "Smoke That Thunders," to the vibrant ecosystems along the Chobe River, the untamed majesty of the Savuti region’s big cats, the serene lagoons and grasslands of the Okavango Delta, and the captivating encounters in the Kalahari Desert—Botswana is a place of endless wonder.
Join me on a journey that goes beyond the ordinary. My passion for Botswana and my deep knowledge of its landscapes and wildlife will guide you to the hidden treasures of this incredible country. This isn’t just a safari; it’s an unforgettable adventure that will leave a lasting imprint.
DATES
04-12 July, 2025
DESTINATIONS
Victoria Falls, Chobe, Savuti and Okavango
+ optional 4 day Kalahari extension 12-15 July
DURATION
9 days / 8 nights
GROUP
4 people max
+ photography guide
in collaboration with
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Double room accommodations Tented Camp / Lodge (full board)
Local driver-guide and professional photographer guide
Photographic advice during the trip
All national park fees
Open 4x4 Safari vehicle adapted for photography
Electrical outlets and refrigerator available
All transfers to the airports
Mineral water and drinks throughout the trip
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International flights
Scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta
Medical and travel insurance
Tips
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TRIP…
➤ 9 days safari through Botswana's best wildlife reserves: the Okavango, Moremi/Khwai, Savuti and Chobe River.
➤ Daily safaris in spacious open Jeeps and with a naturalist tracker guide and me as your photography guide.
➤ 5 nights of mobile camping in protected wildlife areas: we explore the famous Savuti Marsh, in search of the mythical elephant-hunting lions, and we travel through Moremi/Khwai on the trail of wild dogs, leopards, other predators and a multitude of fauna.
➤ Time will be flexible, allowing us to take advantage of the best light, sunrises and sunsets.
➤ Life in the camp, the sounds of the animals at night, the African sky full of stars and the stories of our guides around the fire, the most authentic safari.
➤ Sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River, the explosion of wildlife on the riverbanks and a spectacular sunset.
➤ The power of water in the natural wonder of Victoria Falls.
+ Optional 4-day extension to the Kalahari Desert, home of the black-maned lions and the brown hyena.
+ Optional scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta.
OUR LODGES
VICTORIA FALLS: Nguni Lodge ➤ 1 night
Nguni Lodge Victoria Falls is located in the heart of the village and is a convenient base for visiting Victoria Falls. This boutique lodge has just 14 rooms, each with its own style and décor.
KASANE: Chobe Mopani Forest Lodge ➤ 1 night
Located in the Chobe Forest Reserve, half an hour from Kasane, it offers an exceptional natural setting and an eco-lodge embedded in the heart of African nature.
MAUN: Crocodile Camp Safari & Spa ➤ 1 night
Located on the banks of the Thamalakane River, this is one of Maun's classic lodges. A lodge with comfortable rooms decorated in African style.
OUR MOBILE CAMP
SAVUTI ➤ 3 nights
MOREMI ➤ 2 nights
A mobile camp is the most authentic way to experience Africa. We will immerse ourselves in unspoiled natural spaces, surrounded by wildlife and listening to the sounds of the savannah from our campsite.
The spacious tents are 4m x 4m and are equipped with beds and everything needed for a comfortable stay. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom at the back, open to the African sky, consisting of a field shower filled with hot water by the staff and a toilet in which we replace the water with a bucket of sand and a spade. Each tent also has a canvas sink on the veranda, which is filled with hot water in the mornings. In addition to the tents, the camp has a kitchen area for the staff and a dining room under a tent where meals prepared by our chef are served.
OUR SAFARI VEHICLE
Modified for wildlife photography
We will make use of specially adapted vehicles, local naturalistic guide and total flexibility with regards to time, and we will stay within the national parks and reserves, allowing us to maximise the best of the light and sightings.
Our safari vehicles are modified to optimise photography opportunities and wildlife encounters while providing comfort for photographers and non-photographers:
Open vehicles for greater visibility
Liftable support for camera or bean bag
Low angle possibility
Chargers and plugs
Secure place for lenses
KALAHARI EXTENSION
In search of black-maned lions
Price on application*
We will be in search of the diurnal inhabitants of the Kalahari, herds of oryxes, springboks, kudus and giraffes concentrate around the few water points.
We will track the prides of lions in the area, the famous black-maned lions of the Kalahari, bigger in size and ferocity that have adapted to living in this environment’s harsh conditions.
KALAHARI: The Dune Camp ➤ 2 nights
MAUN: The Crocodile Camp ➤ 1 night
*Please, contact abdullie@witoafricasafaris or monica@witoafricasafaris for more information.
DATES
12-15 July, 2025
DESTINATIONS
Kalahari
DURATION
4 days / 3 nights
Optional Extension
GROUP
2 people minimum
+ photography guide
OPTIONAL SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHT
over the Okavango Delta from Maun
45min, $290 per person (min two people)
BOTSWANA PHOTO SAFARI WITH ME…
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