4×4 RENTAL MAUN
The bustling frontier town of Maun serves as the gateway to northern Botswana
WELCOME TO MAUN
On the south-eastern edge of the Okavango Delta, straddling the banks of the Thamalakane River, the bustling frontier town of Maun serves as the gateway to northern Botswana. If you’re on a fly-in safari, you’ll likely not leave the airport, instead making a quick change of planes before winging off into the central Delta. Those arriving by vehicle, however, usually stay a night or two, replenishing supplies, making repairs, getting laundry done and so on. Maun has large shopping centres, garages, banks, bars and camping supply stores, serving not just the steady stream of 4×4 visitors, but the hundreds of lodges, hotels, campsites and safari tour operators that ply their trade in the region.
Maun is a great place to head it you’re travelling solo – everyone passes through the town on their way north or south. It’s much more affordable booking group activities into the Delta and in Maun you’ll be able to join bigger tours and meet new people. All of Botswana’s major campsite and tour operators have offices in Maun and although it’s always a good idea to book in advance, last minute itinerary changes can be made in Maun in person (which is often much easier than by email or over the phone!). There’s not much safari-related that you can’t get done in Maun, from buying a new tent or camping chair to welding or major mechanical repairs. It’s also the last place to get fuel before the long drive north to Kasane.
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RECOMMENDED ROUTE FOR MAUN
Classic Self-Drive Safari
“On this route, you will be able to experience the majestic masterpiece that is Botswana. You can curate you own experience of this untamed land by self-drive.”
Day 1: Maun
When you arrive at Maun International Airport, you will be able to collect your 4WD land cruiser and proceed to drive to your lodge of choice.
Accommodation option:
- Thamalakane River Lodge
Day 2-3: Moremi Game Reserve
Proceed to travel under your own arrangement from Maun to Xakanaxa Campsite. The campsite has a ablution block, showers, hand basins and toilets. It is also the best location to enjoy the wildlife of the Moremi Game Reserve.
Accommodation option:
- Xakanaxa Campsite
Day 4-5: Khwai Concession
After breakfast, proceed to Khwai Campsite near the Khwai Concession. Situated on the banks of the Khwai River. The campsite is perfect for wildlife viewing and has a ablution facility.
Accommodation option:
- Khwai Campsite
Day 6-7: Chobe National Park
Journey from Khwai to Savuti, the area which forms part of the Chobe National Park. The Savuti campsite is located along the Savute Channel and is popular for being the ultimate campsite for safari enthusiasts. The sit has two ablution blocks with hot and cold running showers.
Accommodation option:
- Savuti Campsite
Day 8-9: Chobe National Park
After breakfast, journey from Savuti to Ihaha campsite, which is located on the Chobe River. Home to the highest concentration of elephants in Africa, here you will be able to see these majestic animals coming to enjoy the river bank.
Accommodation options:
- Ihaha Campsite
- Muchenje Safari Lodge
Day 10: Kasane
Here, you will be able to leisure through the park to the town of Kasane. When you arrive at Chobe Safari Lodge, located on the banks of the Chobe River, return your rental vehicle and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. At the lodge, you have the option to enjoy the game drives or a tranquil boat cruise down the river.
Accommodation option:
- Chobe Safari or Bush Lodge
Day 11-12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
After breakfast, continue the journey to cross the border into Zimbabwe. Your rental vehicle will be required to be returned in Botswana, or it can be collected at the lodge. You may than enjoy a scheduled transfer to the Victoria Falls.
Accomodation options:
- Lokuthula Lodge
- Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Day 13: Departure
You will be transferred to Victoria Falls International Airport on your own account, in time for further arrangements.
