Into the Delta
Where water moves through the wilderness, drawing wildlife into a landscape of channels, islands and endless horizons.
At A Glance
Collection | Signature Safari Collection |
Journey Type | One Destination Safari |
Destination | Okavango Delta, Botswana |
Recommended Stay | 4–6 Nights |
Choose From | 4 Luxury Lodges |
Nearest Airport/Airstrip | Maun Airport (MUB) and nearest lodge airstrip |
Wildlife Highlights | Elephant, lion, leopard, wild dog, buffalo, hippo, red lechwe and exceptional birdlife |
Ideal For |
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Fully Customisable | Yes |
Why You'll Love This Safari
A Safari Shaped by Water
The Okavango is unlike almost anywhere else in Africa. Water spreads across the landscape in a shifting network of channels, lagoons and floodplains, creating a safari environment where the presence of water shapes everything around it.
Wildlife in an Untouched Wilderness
The Okavango Delta offers an extraordinary sense of space and remoteness. Elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, wild dog and a remarkable variety of antelope move through a landscape that feels vast, open and largely untouched.
More Than a Game Drive
The Delta allows you to experience the wilderness in different ways. Depending on where you stay, you may explore by traditional mokoro (a traditional flat-bottomed dugout canoe) safari, boat safari and game drive, moving through the landscape at different speeds and seeing wildlife from entirely different perspectives.
A Landscape That Moves With the Seasons
The Okavango is constantly changing. The annual flood transforms dry plains into waterways and islands, while the changing seasons alter where wildlife gathers and how you experience the Delta.
Exceptional Wildlife Diversity
From red lechwe antelope moving through shallow water to elephants crossing channels and predators hunting across the floodplains, the Delta offers remarkable variety. It is also one of Africa's great birding destinations, with hundreds of species making the waterways and surrounding wilderness their home.
A Deeper Sense of Wilderness
There is something wonderfully unhurried about a safari in the Delta. Days are shaped by water, wildlife and light rather than a fixed itinerary, giving you time to simply be present in one of Africa's most extraordinary wildernesses.
Lodges In Our Portfolio
Into the Delta is built around four carefully selected lodges and camps, each offering a different perspective of the Okavango Delta. Whether you prefer the intimacy of a remote tented camp, the refined comfort of a riverside lodge or the feeling of being completely surrounded by water and wilderness, every property has been chosen for its exceptional setting, guiding and ability to immerse you in the remarkable character of the Delta.
&Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Set among ancient palms and towering ebony trees, Sandibe offers a deeply immersive Okavango experience with a strong sense of place. Its distinctive architecture, excellent wildlife viewing and private concession make it a particularly rewarding choice for travellers who want luxury without losing the feeling of being in the wild.
Best Suited For
Luxury safari travellers
Wildlife enthusiasts
Couples seeking an immersive escape
Design-conscious travellers
Lodge Atmosphere
Architectural • Luxurious • Wild • Immersive
&Beyond Sandibe Under Canvas
A return to the romance of traditional safari, with just three canvas tents offering an intimate base in the wilderness. Days are spent exploring the Sandibe concession, while evenings around the fire and the simplicity of life under canvas keep the focus on the landscape and wildlife.
Best Suited For
Couples seeking an intimate safari
Wildlife enthusiasts
Travellers who love classic safari
Guests wanting a more adventurous stay
Lodge Atmosphere
Intimate • Classic • Understated • Wild
Dulini Daunara
An intimate camp overlooking a permanent lagoon in the Okavango, Daunara brings together contemporary design, generous private spaces and a wonderfully secluded setting. Water and wilderness are ever-present, creating a slower, more private interpretation of the Delta.
Best Suited For
Couples seeking privacy
Luxury safari travellers
Honeymooners
Travellers wanting a quieter Delta experience
Lodge Atmosphere
Intimate • Sophisticated • Serene • Secluded
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Khwai Leadwood
Tucked beneath leadwood and other riverine trees on the banks of the Khwai River, Khwai Leadwood offers an intimate way to experience one of Botswana's most wildlife-rich regions. The river separates the Khwai Community Concession from Moremi, bringing elephants, hippos and predators into the landscape around camp. Days can move between game drives, night drives, walking and mokoro excursions, creating a safari that feels both adventurous and deeply connected to the waterways.
Best Suited For
Wildlife enthusiasts wanting a broad range of safari experiences
Travellers interested in night drives and walking
Families looking for an intimate camp
Guests wanting to experience the community-run Khwai Concession
Travellers seeking a balance between comfort and authentic bush immersion
Lodge Atmosphere
Intimate • Contemporary • Riverside • Adventurous
Khwai Lediba
Set beside the Khwai River in the community-run Khwai Concession, Khwai Lediba combines a relaxed contemporary style with a front-row position in a wildlife-rich part of the Delta. The camp's small scale keeps the experience personal, while the river and surrounding floodplains open the door to game drives, night drives, walking and seasonal mokoro safaris. Its connection to the local community also adds another layer to the experience beyond wildlife.
Best Suited For
Couples and families wanting a comfortable Delta camp
Travellers interested in both wildlife and community experiences
Guests wanting night drives alongside daytime safari
First-time visitors to the Okavango Delta
Travellers looking for a stylish but relaxed camp
Lodge Atmosphere
Stylish • Relaxed • Riverside • Welcoming
Mokolwane Camp
Hidden among Mokolwane palms in the vast Xudum concession of the southern Okavango, Mokolwane Camp is a small camp built around one thing above all else: wild country and exceptional predator viewing. The surrounding wilderness supports an extraordinary density of leopard alongside lion, wild dog, elephant and buffalo, while the camp's remote setting keeps the experience intimate and far from the crowds. For guests who want their Delta safari to feel raw, secluded and wildlife-driven, Mokolwane offers something particularly special.
Best Suited For
Serious wildlife enthusiasts and photographers
Travellers particularly interested in leopard and big cats
Couples and small groups seeking a remote safari
Guests wanting an intimate, low-impact camp
Travellers who value exceptional wildlife over elaborate lodge facilities
Lodge Atmosphere
Remote • Intimate • Wild • Wildlife-Focused
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Singita Elela
A contemporary expression of the Okavango designed to bring guests closer to the Delta's shifting landscape of water, wildlife and open skies. With just a handful of private spaces surrounded by wilderness, Elela offers an exceptionally exclusive and considered safari experience.
Best Suited For
Ultra-luxury travellers
Couples seeking privacy
Design-conscious travellers
Guests wanting an exclusive Delta experience
Lodge Atmosphere
Contemporary • Organic • Serene • Exclusive
Sample Itinerary
Recommended Stay: 4 Nights | 5 Days
We believe a minimum of four nights is the ideal way to experience the Okavango Delta. It gives you time to explore its waterways and islands at a slower pace, experience the Delta from both land and water and follow wildlife through one of Africa's most remarkable wildernesses.
Day 1: Arrival
Arrive in Maun and connect with your onward flight to your chosen lodge or camp.
After arriving and settling into your room or tent, enjoy lunch before setting off on your first afternoon safari, depending on your arrival time.
As the light softens across the floodplains, return to camp for sundowners before an evening of dining beneath the stars.
Inclusions: Air transfer, lunch, afternoon safari, sundowners, dinner.
Days 2-4
Each day begins before sunrise as you head into the Delta in search of elephant, lion, leopard, wild dog and the many other species that move between the islands and floodplains, with a stop for freshly brewed coffee and light refreshments in the bush.
Following your morning safari, enjoy breakfast before spending time at leisure and making the most of your lodge or camp.
Depending on your chosen property and seasonal water levels, explore the Delta by mokoro or boat, gliding quietly through the waterways and seeing the wilderness from an entirely different perspective.
Lunch is served at camp before another afternoon game drive or water-based activity, ending with sundowners as the day's last light settles over the Delta.
Inclusions: Morning drive with coffee and snacks, breakfast, lunch, afternoon game drive or water-based activity, sundowners, dinner.
Day 5: Departure
Set out on one final morning safari, pausing for coffee and refreshments in the bush before returning for breakfast and checking out.
You'll then take your onward flight to Maun, bringing your Okavango Delta safari to a close.
Inclusions: Morning drive with coffee and snacks, breakfast and/or lunch, air transfer.
The All Out Safaris Perspective
The Okavango is a place where water changes everything.
It changes where the animals move, how you explore and even the way the landscape feels around you. One moment you're watching an elephant emerge from a channel; the next you're moving quietly through papyrus in a mokoro with nothing but birdsong around you.
What we love most about the Delta is that it never feels like you're simply arriving somewhere to see wildlife. The landscape itself becomes part of the experience. You slow down, look closer and let the wilderness reveal itself at its own pace.
Questions about this safari
Is this safari suitable for first-time visitors to Botswana?
Yes. The Okavango Delta is one of Botswana's defining safari destinations and offers an extraordinary introduction to the country's landscapes, wildlife and waterways. We simply recommend choosing the right area and lodge for your style of travel.
Which Okavango Delta lodge should I choose?
That depends on your travel style, budget and priorities. &Beyond Sandibe is an excellent all-round choice, particularly for couples and families wanting polished lodge comfort. &Beyond Sandibe Under Canvas is more intimate and immersive, making it especially suited to couples and adventurous travellers. Singita Elela and Dulini Daunara are particularly appealing for privacy, romance and special occasions. If you're unsure which is right for you, we'll recommend the option that best matches your travel style and preferences.
When is the best time to visit the Okavango?
June to October is generally considered the prime period, when the Delta is transformed by the annual flood and wildlife viewing is excellent. The greener months offer lush scenery, migratory birds and a quieter feel.
Can I do a mokoro safari in the Okavango?
Often, yes, but it depends on the lodge, location and water levels. A mokoro (a traditional flat-bottomed dugout canoe) is one of the most peaceful ways to experience the Okavango Delta, moving quietly through the channels at water level and giving you a completely different perspective of the landscape and wildlife.
What wildlife can I expect to see?
The Delta is home to elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, wild dog, cheetah, hippo, hyena and numerous antelope species, alongside exceptional birdlife. The exact wildlife experience varies between areas and seasons.
How do I book this safari?
Simply complete the enquiry form below. We'll then hop on a consultation call to discuss and prepare a personalised safari proposal with recommended accommodation, itinerary options and pricing for you to review.
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