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Summary
Situated on the Northern edge of the Makgadikgadi, Nxai Pans is a stunning area of vast open plains fringed by Kalahari scrub lands with majestic Baobabs at the periphery. One of Botswana’s smallest National Parks, Nxai Pans is an amazing place to view exceptional game, and is the only place in Botswana where one can view impala side by side with springbok. The mighty zebra migration from the Linyanti, Chobe and Okavango move through here during the rainy season on their way south to the Makgadikgadi, for the fresh grazing towards the edge of the salt pans. The Best time to visit is February to April.
Package Includes
Meet & transfer from Maun Airport to Maun Rest Camp (a 15-minute drive) Two nights’ accommodation at Maun Rest Camp (Meru Tent; One night prior and one night after the tour ends) Vehicle use for the duration of the expedition All National Park entrance fees’ Private Chef preparing all meals (Our chef has 25 years’ experience & will provide delicious meals with silver service dinner table dining) Accommodation with bedding & linen Safe, clean drinking water for the duration of the tour All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) while on tour Breakfast: Bacon & Eggs with toast & cereals Lunch: Sandwiches with fruit Dinner: Salad, Main course & Desert All camping site costs All guiding by professional guides & 4X4 experts Camp set-up & dismantling of equipment each morning & evening Satellite phone – medical emergencies only. Charging facility for camera batteries Mosquito repellent A head torch – to be returned at the end of the tour Biodegradable soap & shampoo
Package Excludes
Personal travel insurance Local and international flights Any additional or optional activities not listed above Any items of a personal nature Gratuities of any kind Malaria medication – please consult your Doctor.
Activities
- Animal Tracking
- Bird Photography
- Camping
- Evening Drives
- Morning Drives
- Wildlife Photography
- Bird Watching
Places
- Nxai Pans National Park, Botswana
Physical Condition
- Suitable For Seniors
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage at most lodges
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Maun Rest Camp
Activities Included
Bird Photography Camping Scenic Drive Bird Watching CultureOn your arrival at Maun International Airport, Pierre will meet you off your aircraft and drive you the short distance to Maun Rest Camp set on the banks of the Thamalakane River. Here you can relax in the shade of a Real Fan palm tree while the team prepares the vehicles for our expedition. A scenic flight over the Okavango Delta is highly recommended, the perspective is fantastic and well worth it. We will dine together as a group to get to know one another, Pierre will explain the plan for the following day. (D)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Maun, Botswana
Travel Time: 1 hrs
Day 2Nxai Pans
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Evening Drives Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingAfter a delicious breakfast overlooking the Thamalakane River we will do some last-minute shopping in Maun. There will be fresh produce to purchase as well as food, drink and snacks that we would all like to have for the next few days. This is your chance to purchase personal drinks as well. Departing Maun we head East towards Nata. After about an hours drive we will find the entrance to Nxai Pan National Park. Once park fees’ have been paid and all the formalities completed we will game drive to our first campsite for the evening. Set amongst trees there are hot and cold ablutions and elephants wandering through the campsite. Dinner will be a delicious meal around the camp fire. (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pans
Travel Time: 3 hrs
Day 3South Camp
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Evening Drives Landscape photography Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingWith a relaxed start to the day and a delicious breakfast we will spend some time doing a guided walk this morning with the guides. We will be looking for small animals and spoor from the late night visitors that prowl while we are all asleep. Once we are packed up and ready to move we will begin heading towards Khama Khama North East of our camp. This park is well known for its large herds of Zebra, wildlife sightings will certainly exceed your expectations! (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pan, Botswana
Travel Time: 1 hrs
Day 4South Camp
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Landscape photography Morning Drives Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingWith a relaxed start to the day and a delicious breakfast we will spend some time doing a guided walk this morning with the guides. We will be looking for small animals and spoor from the late night visitors that prowl while we are all asleep. Once we are packed up and ready to move we will begin heading towards Khama Khama North East of our camp. This park is well known for its large herds of Zebra, wildlife sightings will certainly exceed your expectations! (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pan, Botswana
Travel Time: 2 hrs
Day 5Baines Camp #1
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Evening Drives Wildlife Photography Bird WatchingDating back to 1862 the baobabs are an exceptional sight at sunrise or sunset. Spending most of the day game driving through the acacia woodlands and short savannah grasses we will retire to Camp 1 for our first night amongst these ancient trees’. (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pan, Botswana
Travel Time: 3 hrs
Day 6Baines Camp #2
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Evening Drives Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingA dawn wake up to experience the sunrise amongst the trees is an experience well worth being roused from bed so early, some choose to appreciate it from the comfort of their rooftop tents, so long as you’re awake to see it, you will love it. We spend another day exploring the park, seeing Springbok, Impala, Zebra and searching for that elusive hyena we hear whooping in the night. Camp 2 is not far from Camp 1 but the differing perspectives are well worth it. (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pan, Botswana
Travel Time: 2 hrs
Day 7Baines Camp #3
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Evening Drives Landscape photography Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingWe spend another day exploring the tracks and roads of the park. Coffee and lunch in the shade of an acacia while we wait for the heat to dissipate before returning to the camping area for the night. While the park is not big at 2578 km² it is still full of game and time spent waiting for the game to come to you is well worth it. (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Nxai Pan, Botswana
Travel Time: 2 hrs
Day 8Maun Rest Camp
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Camping Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Bird Watching CultureWith another glorious sunrise over the pans with coffee and a delicious breakfast prepared by our private chef we slowly start packing up the camp while you relax in your chair, we will take care of it all! A morning game drive will see us exiting the park after lunch and arriving back in Maun in the late afternoon. A Meru tent has been booked for you, wifi is once again available and while we prepare your dinner you can get back in touch with loved ones and send them all the fantastic photographs. (BLD)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Maun, Botswana
Travel Time: 3 hrs
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Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements
For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here
https://www.iatatravelcentre.comVisas can be purchased on arrival in Maun.
