Delta Wild: Soul Journey – A Fly & Drive Cultural Safari

Delta Wild: Soul Journey – A Fly & Drive Cultural Safari

8 Days / 7 Nights | From $5,075 per person (min. 2 guests)

This signature Botswana safari blends wildlife, culture, and comfort into one unforgettable expedition. Journey across iconic wilderness and sacred lands – from the lush Okavango Delta and Khwai Community Area to the spiritual heights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tsodilo Hills.

Enjoy seamless travel with our fly & drive safari model, combining scenic flights and guided overland adventures. Meet local communities in Xhoo Village, explore ancient rock art, and visit the renowned Elephant Havens Sanctuary. This cultural and wildlife safari in Botswana is ideal for curious travellers who want more than just game drives — they seek connection, authenticity, and meaning.

Delta EcoWild Signature Safari – 8-Day Journey
Soul of the Delta & Spirit of the Hills
Route: Maun • Mababe • Khwai • Xhoo • Tsodilo • Elephant Havens • Maun

Day 1: Arrival in Maun – Gateway to the Wild

Meet & greet at Maun International Airport
Private transfer to our partner lodge
Welcome briefing and dinner under the stars
Overnight: Partner Lodge in Maun (Dinner included)

Day 2: Into the Wilderness – Mababe Game Area

Road transfer to Mababe (approx. 3.5 hrs)
Settle into your Delta Eco Tents in the wild
Evening game drive & scenic sundowners
Overnight: Delta Eco Tents – Mababe Camp

Day 3: Khwai River Safari

Full-day game drive through the Khwai region
Encounter elephants, lions, wild dogs, and hippos
Enjoy a bush brunch & riverside lunch
Campfire dinner & stargazing
Overnight: Delta Eco Tents – Khwai Camp

Day 4: Khwai Exploration & Slow Safari

Photography game drive
Visit a waterhole or wildlife corridor
Leisure time in camp to relax, read, or journal
Final sunset drive through the floodplain
Overnight: Delta Eco Tents – Khwai Camp

Day 5: Helicopter Scenic Flight & Xhoo Cultural Visit

Morning road transfer to Maun
Take off on a doors-off scenic helicopter flight across the Okavango Delta
Land in Xhoo Village for a 3-hour cultural immersion
Experience local traditions, storytelling, and cuisine
Return to Maun by helicopter
Overnight: Partner Lodge in Maun

Day 6: Tsodilo Hills Rock Art & Heritage Tour

Early helicopter flight to Tsodilo Hills (doors-on)
Private guided tour of 4,500+ San rock paintings
Picnic lunch at the base of Male Hill
Scenic return flight over the western Delta
Overnight: Partner Lodge in Maun

Day 7: Elephant Havens Orphanage & Conservation Visit

Morning road transfer to Elephant Havens near Maun
Enjoy a guided educational tour of the sanctuary
Meet rescued baby elephants and learn about their stories and rehabilitation journey
Participate in a behind-the-scenes conservation briefing
Light picnic lunch near the reserve
Return to Maun by afternoon
Evening at leisure or optional sunset cruise on the Thamalakane River (subject to availability)
Overnight: Partner Lodge in Maun

Day 8: Return to Maun & Departure

Optional bush walk or early morning wildlife photography session
Transfer to Maun International Airport
Optional visit to a local craft market (time permitting)
End of Safari – Safe Travels!

What’s Included

2 nights luxury mobile camp (Mababe/Khwai)
2 nights eco-lodge accommodation (Maun)
All game drives, scenic flights, park fees
Expert cultural & rock art guides
All meals, drinks, and private transfers
Community donations included (Xhoo & Tsodilo)
Our Helicopter transfers are offered in partnership with Helicopter Horizons, ensuring safe, scenic, and unforgettable aerial views of the Okavango Delta and Tsodilo Hills

Activities

Scenic Helicopter Flights – In Partnership with Helicopter Horizons
Experience the Okavango Delta and Tsodilo Hills from above with doors-off or doors-on helicopter safaris. Our aerial adventures are operated in collaboration with Helicopter Horizons, offering breathtaking views, expert pilots, and a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of Botswana’s wild beauty.

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