A camping expedition from the Kalahari to Chobe National Park, bringing you closer to Botswana’s wild landscape.
17 Days from
$
Adventure touring
31kg of CO2-e PP per day
(496kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
Botswana Leopard Trail & Kalahari is a 17 day camping expedition designed for travellers who want to experience Botswana from within its wild landscapes, not from behind lodge walls.
Begin in the remote Central Kalahari, camping under expansive desert skies and exploring alongside a local San tracker who shares traditional knowledge of this harsh and beautiful environment. Continue north through Makgadikgadi and into the Okavango Delta, camping wild on a remote island and exploring by mokoro and on foot. In Moremi and Savuti, extended game drives and self sufficient camps allow you to experience diverse habitats in depth, far from permanent infrastructure.
From the vast Kalahari to the waterways of the Okavango Delta and the elephant-rich plains of Chobe, this journey brings you closer to the landscapes and wildlife. For those open to adventure and authentic bush camping, the rewards are unforgettable.
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22 scheduled departures between 28 Oct 2026 and 25 Nov 2027.
This trip was amazing. We had an experience that we never could have got from staying in a lodge. Yes the nights were cold and a tent is not luxury but I would not have wanted to miss a second of it. If you are open to some adventure and bush camping then I highly recommend this trip.
Small group. Very good local guide. Very good organization of local people. Kalahari included. Good price.
The trip was brilliant! Botswana is a wonderful country with lovely people and a vast variety of wildlife that can be observed in close proximity, without the crowds usually present at other destinations. The vehicle was very comfortable (plenty of leg room), and so were the tents (easy to assemble), The guide was highly skilled and experienced, which gave me peace of mind so I could focus on the beauty that surrounded me wherever we went, and the chef did wonders with the pretty limited supplies available. Will definitely be back!
This was a 10 out of 10 trip! We went to experience wildlife at close hand and we certainly got that thanks to our fantastic tour leader/driver Shabba, whose ability to spot animals was unbelievable. The camp assistant O.T was cheerful and friendly and prepared good quality meals. Many of us bonded strongly. The immensity of the Kalahari, the night sky, the sense of solitude, the night "visitors" to our camps .. We will never forget this trip.
This trip was even more exciting than we imagined. Bush camping certainly brings one close to the wildlife and their habits, and we twice saw and heard lions near our campsite. Hippos grunted during the night and leopards and hyenas visited while we slept. Our leader, a fountain of knowledge on the history and environment of Botswana, and a great spotter, made us feel safe and went to great lengths to help us experience the diversity of wildlife and vegetation. The rains were early and constant but the bush was luxuriant, many animals were having young and Victoria Falls were spectacular on the Zambian side. Camping with the locals in the Okavango Delta was also a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.
Add this trip to your bucket list! It is absolutely magical, and the wild camping enables you to be up close and personal with all the animals you could ever dream of. The local team were absolutely wonderful, and I would go again tomorrow.
Most memorable: The birds, animals and landscape.
A fantastic trip - saw an amazing array & number of animals including my highlight, leopards. I was so glad to have wild camped, an experience that will stay with me forever: listening to the roar oflions & the low rumbling of elephants and looking at the tracks in the morning to see what animals have passed through camp during the night - amazing. Victoria Falls was awesome & the optional helicopter flight was a highlight worth every penny. Forget the trips that other companies do that stay in lodges do this one & you'll remember it for the rest of your life. Botswana is a fabulous country.
I would like to praise World Expeditions with the outstanding and well-organised operation of this tour. We had an exceptional guide and camp assistant, had a fantastic time and didn't want the trip to end. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone.
This trip is run by one of our local partners, on a departure shared with travellers from other companies.
What's the benefit to you? More departure dates, and dates that reach their minimum numbers sooner, because bookings from several companies go into one group. Your guides live and work in the region.
Who is in your group? Expect a mix of travellers and nationalities, not only people who booked with World Expeditions.
What will we tell you when you book? We advise the name of the local partner at the time of booking, along with any terms of their own, such as an additional deposit. These apply alongside our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Travelling alone? On some partner-operated trips your own room is required. The room options on this page show which applies to this trip.
Set up camp in remote landscapes and take in the natural surroundings at your own pace
In the heart of the wilderness, encounters with wildlife can happen right from your campsite.
Pioneer’s Lodge offers a comfortable and relaxed stay at the end of your safari, with well-appointed rooms set in tranquil surrounds. Thoughtful touches, spacious interiors and a private ensuite provide a welcome contrast after your time camping, while the lodge’s peaceful atmosphere allows you to unwind and reflect on your journey. It’s an ideal base to enjoy your final night near Victoria Falls.
Boteti River Camp offers comfortable chalet accommodation along the river, providing a relaxing break during your safari while keeping you close to the surrounding wildlife and landscapes.
Spend the night under vast African skies, where remote campsites and clear air reveal a brilliant canopy of stars.
Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.
If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.
It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.
You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.
If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.
Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.
Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.
Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.
Africa's wildlife is wild and unfenced. On many wildlife safaris you may meet them on foot, or from a vehicle. Walking in big-game country carries some risk, and the safeguards are not the same in every country.
Rules on firearms, guide qualifications, group size and how close you may approach an animal are set country by country, park by park. Many incorrectly assume that every wildlife safari in Africa travels with an armed ranger. Several countries prohibit firearms outright. Where an armed escort is required, it is supplied by the park authority.
What is consistent is how these trips operate. You walk in a small group with a professional local guide who knows the country and the animals in it. We do not include captive or hands-on wildlife encounters in any itinerary.
Your safari vehicle can make or break the experience - ours are purpose-built for comfort, safety and unbeatable wildlife viewing.
Two World Expeditions travellers came back from Botswana with a set of incredible photos - take a visual journey through Botswana with us!
Find out why Botswana was listed as THE top destination to travel! Hint: may have somethig to do with it's extraordinary beauty and bounty ...
Carbon Footprint
So what does 100 kg of carbon look like? Here is a rough guide to help put it into perspective:
Discover how we're working to cut carbon emissions from our adventures by exploring the Climate Action page within our Responsible Travel hub.
Please note trip footprints do not include flights to and from the tour.
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