Chobe & Okavango Delta Photo Safari
Chobe & Okavango Delta Photo Safari
SMALL GROUP - MAX 8 PERSONS
Designed for wildlife photography enthusiasts of all levels, this small-group Botswana journey combines the Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta, two of the country’s most rewarding safari regions. With expert guidance throughout from a dedicated Pangolin Photo Host, it is an immersive experience that blends exceptional wildlife encounters with practical photographic tuition, helping you return home with incredible images and greater confidence behind the camera.
Begin with three nights at Pangolin Chobe Hotel, where river-based photography along the Chobe offers superb opportunities for elephants, buffalo, birdlife and more, before flying into the Okavango Delta for four nights at Shinde Footsteps. Here, game drives, night drives and a thrilling aerial photography experience reveal a different side to Botswana’s wilderness, with the chance to photograph lions, leopards, wild dogs, antelope and the Delta’s ever-changing landscapes from both ground and air.
Highlights
- Enjoy a small-group Botswana photo safari with no more than eight guests
- Experience expert guidance and personalised tuition from a dedicated Photo Host
- Discover the wildlife-rich waterways of the Chobe River by boat
- Photograph elephants, buffalo, birdlife and other iconic safari species
- Explore the Okavango Delta on expertly guided game drives
- Seek out lions, leopards, wild dogs and plains game in a private concession
- Take to the skies on a thrilling helicopter flight for aerial photography
- Stay in two characterful camps in beautiful settings in Chobe and the Delta
What's Included
- 3 nights The Pangolin Chobe Hotel with all meals and drinks included
- 4 nights at Shinde Footsteps with all meals and drinks included
- Charter flights in and out of The Okavango Delta
- Photographic tuition and advice throughout by a Pangolin Photo Host
- Use of a Canon Mirrorless camera and telephoto lens (if required) incl. memory cards
30-Minute “doors off” helicopter flight - Twice daily activities in the Chobe National Park on a Pangolin photo boat or game viewer
- Twice daily game drives in The Okavango Delta (maximum four per vehicle)
- All park, landing and concession contributions
- Airport meet and greet
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Accommodation Options
Pangolin Chobe Hotel
Operated by renowned photo safari providers Pangolin, the Pangolin Chobe Hotel sits on the plateau overlooking The Chobe River and Namibia’s Caprivi floodplains which stretch out to the far horizon. Located just a few hundred meters away from the Chobe National Park boundary, guests to this beautiful and innovative hotel will likely be the first through the gates each morning. Activities here are predominantly based around photographing the incredible wildlife and beautiful scenery here, with daily game drives and photographic boat cruises included in all stays.
The hotel offers 14 welcoming guest bedrooms which have been finished to a very high standard and have been designed with photographers in mind, including lots of counter space and charging points for cameras and equipment. Each room features an en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, and a private furnished balcony.
Delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served with impeccable service, with dinners usually enjoyed out on the beautiful pool deck under the African night sky. Drinks are included during your stay and can be enjoyed around the sunken fire pit, by the pool or in the cosy Pangolin bar which stocks a wide range of wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks and serves refreshing cocktails overlooking one of the best views of the Chobe River and Caprivi Floodplains in the region. The centrepiece of the building is the stunning wildlife photography gallery and a fantastic editing suite for post-production sessions.
Shinde Footsteps, Okavango Delta
Situated in the private Shinde Concession, one of the most diverse regions of the Okavango Delta, Shinde Footsteps is an intimate and comfortable bush camp which was recently rebuilt to provide a true safari experience. Accommodation is provided in two very comfortable and well-equipped twin tents, and one family tent. The main camp features an under-canvas dining area, a viewing platform and a campfire area where guests can enjoy relaxing evenings under the stars sharing stories of their day in the wilderness. Activities offered here include game drives, mokoro excursions, guided walking safaris and motor boating.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Botswana adventure for you.
Mike lives and breathes adventure travel and has a wealth of experience in some of the most exciting and inspirational destinations in the world. His expertise and first-hand experience afford him the skills to help build holidays to remember.
Sheena’s abiding love of adventure travel has taken her to some of the most incredible wildlife-rich places on Earth. Her vast experience and genuine desire to share her knowledge makes her an outstanding and invaluable person to help you organise your wildlife adventure trip.
With a lifetime of unforgettable nature and adventure based travel under his belt, Simon shares his passion, enthusiasm and hands-on experience to help create the perfect itinerary for every client.
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