Self Drive Botswana Safari

Explore Botswana at your own pace with a fully equipped 4×4 safari adventure

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The Ultimate Self-Drive Safari Experience

A self drive Botswana safari is one of the most authentic and immersive ways to experience Africa, and nowhere is this more evident than in the untamed beauty of Chobe National Park. Here, the journey is entirely your own, no crowded vehicles—just you, your fully equipped 4×4, and the freedom to explore at your own pace.

As you cross into Botswana, the atmosphere shifts. The roads become wilder, the landscapes more expansive, and the sense of adventure deepens with every kilometre. A self drive Botswana experience with Chobe 4×4 places you at the centre of it all, whether you’re navigating along the Chobe River or pausing to take in the stillness of the bush.

Chobe is renowned for its extraordinary wildlife, including one of Africa’s largest elephant populations. Yet beyond the wildlife, it’s the sense of independence that defines the journey—every sighting, stop, and moment is entirely your own. With expert support and reliable vehicles, your adventure is seamless, unforgettable, and uniquely yours.

9 Day Itinerary

Day 1–2: Kasane & Chobe National Park

Arrive in Kasane and collect your 4×4 vehicle. Begin with a relaxed introduction to Chobe National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and riverfront game viewing.

Day 3–4: Okavango Panhandle

Travel into the lush waterways of the Okavango region. Enjoy scenic drives, birdlife, and optional mokoro excursions through quiet channels.

Day 5–7: Moremi Game Reserve

Head into one of Africa’s most diverse reserves. Navigate sandy tracks and experience exceptional wildlife encounters, including predators and large herds.

Day 8–9: Savuti & Northern Chobe

Explore the dramatic Savuti region, famous for predator activity, before returning toward the Chobe Riverfront.

Optional Add-On:

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans or Central Kalahari for a remote, off-the-grid extension.

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Start Your Botswana Self-Drive Adventure

Build your own journey through Botswana with the support of experts who know the terrain. Whether you want a fully guided route or complete independence, we’ll make it happen.

Map to African Safari Lodges and Accommodation

an interactive map of all camping, caravan, fishing and bush lodges in all of Southern Africa.

14 Day Itinerary

Day 1-2         Kasane Chobe Safari Lodge camping + Sunset cruise + Vicfalls day trip

Day 3-4       Nwabwa River Lodge camping

Day 5           Shametu River Lodge camping

Day 6:          Makgovango River Lodge

Day 7-8       Grassland Lodge in Gantsi + Bushmen interaction

Day 9-12     CKGR camping

Day 13           Rakops River Lodge camping

Day 14          Sedia Hotel Maun + scenic flight

13 Day Itinerary 4 people

Day 1:                Gaborone – Mokolodi Nature reserve challets + sunset game drive

Day 2-3:          Khutse camping

Day 4-8:          CKGR camping

Day 9:              Planet baobab camping

Day 10-11:          Kubu Island camping

Day 12:              Khama Rhino Sanctuary camping

Day 13:               Gaborone Aquarian Tide DBB

13 Day Itinerary 2 people

Day 1-2:         Vicfalls Shearwater Village

Day 3:             Kasane Chobe Safari Lodge + sunset cruise

Day 4- 5:       Kongola Lodge

Day 6-8:        Guma Lagoon + fishing

Day 9:             Maun

Day 10-11:       Khumaga

Day 12:            Elephant Sands

Day 13:            Lucky Bush camp