• Food & drinks

Meals & Drinks

Game Drives & Activities

• Daily breakfast, lunch, high tea, and dinner (full board).
• Selected beverages, including bottled water, soft drinks, and local alcoholic beverages (varies by camp).
• Twice-daily safari activities: morning and afternoon/evening game drives.
• Guided bush walks with professional trackers (where permitted).
• Mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions in seasonal water areas of the Okavango.
• Boat cruises (where water levels allow).
• Night drives in private concessions.

Professional Guides & Staff

• Services of qualified, experienced safari guides and camp staff

• Tip or gratuity
• Departure tax
• Entry tax
• Goods & services tax

• International Travel
  Flights to/from Botswana (e.g., Maun, Kasane, or Victoria Falls).
  Regional flights between Botswana and neighboring countries.
• Visas & Travel Documents
  Visa fees and border charges (if applicable).
  Passport costs and related travel documentation.
• Travel & Medical Insurance
  Comprehensive travel insurance (strongly recommended).
  Personal medical expenses beyond the emergency evacuation cover provided.
• Premium Drinks & Special Items
  Imported premium wines, champagnes, and top-shelf spirits.
  Specialty coffees or exclusive beverages not part of camp offerings.
• Gratuities & Personal Spending
  Tips for guides, trackers, and camp staff (usually recommended at guest’s discretion).
  Souvenirs, crafts, and personal shopping.
  Spa treatments where available.
• Optional & Extra Activities
  Scenic helicopter or light aircraft flights over the Delta.
  Cultural or village tours.
  Day trips to Victoria Falls or other extensions.
  Private guides or private vehicles (unless arranged in advance).
• Additional Transfers
  Transfers outside the standard safari itinerary (e.g., private transfers from hotels or airports not listed).
• Other Personal Expenses
  Laundry at certain camps (if not included).
  Phone calls, internet, or satellite Wi-Fi (if available).
  Medical vaccinations or malaria prophylaxis.

• Passport required

Good to Know Before You Go

•   Luggage: Soft bags only (15–20 kg limit).
•   Age: Children under 6 not allowed; 12+ for walking safaris.
•   Health: Malaria area – bring medication, moderate fitness required.
•   Documents: Passport (6+ months validity) & visas if required.
•   Diet: Let us know dietary needs in advance.
•   Connectivity: Limited or no Wi-Fi in camps.
•   Seasonality: Activities may vary depending on water levels & season.
•   Wildlife: Sightings not guaranteed—every safari is unique!

Packing light is important: most Botswana safari flights use small aircraft with strict baggage limits (usually 15–20kg in soft-sided bags)

Clothing

• Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, olive – avoid bright colors/whites)
• Long-sleeved shirts and trousers (for sun + mosquito protection)
• Warm jacket or fleece (mornings and evenings can be chilly)
• Comfortable safari hat with wide brim
• Swimwear (some lodges have pools)
• Sturdy walking shoes + sandals

Safari Essentials

• Binoculars (7x–10x recommended)
• Camera with extra batteries & memory cards
• Small daypack for game drives
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Reusable water bottle

Documents & Money

• Valid passport (with required visas if applicable)
• Travel insurance documents
• Copies of booking confirmation / itinerary
• Cash in USD or local currency for tips & souvenirs

Health & Safety

• Prescription medication + personal first-aid kit
• Anti-malarial medication (consult your doctor)
• Insect repellent (with DEET)
• Sunscreen (SPF 30+), lip balm with SPF
• Hand sanitizer & wet wipes