Experience the Botswana wilderness with acclaimed wildlife photographer Karim Iliya as your expert guide, lending his expertise and assisting you in producing a collection of truly breath-taking images. Stay in two of African Bush Camps’s renowned safari camps, with some of Botswana’s finest guiding. This safari includes two scenic helicopter flips, fantastic for aerial photography.
Almost 30% of Botswana's land is a protected area and the country's commitment to its wildlife is unsurpassed; being home to some of the world's most endangered species such as the elusive African wild dog. Discover wildlife within the lagoons, open grass plains and woodland forests of the Khwai Concession. Listen out at night for the saw-like grunt of a leopard or the deep bone trembling roar of lions, and explore some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.
Karim Iliya
Karim Iliya is a photographer, filmmaker, future space explorer, and whale swimming guide based in Iceland and Hawaii.
On arrival into Maun Airport, you will be connected with your scenic helicopter transfer directly to Linyanti Expeditions. Once you arrive at the camp, you will embark on your first photographic safari with Karim to explore this wonderful wildlife rich area. (L, D)
Linyanti Expeditions
Linyanti Expeditions is a small and intimate camp, featuring just 6 tents to ensure a personalized experience for all 12 guests. Each tent is ground-level and comes with an ensuite bathroom located at the rear, reminiscent of the original expedition camps with features like bucket showers and toilets. The camp consists of two main tented areas. The first serves as the primary dining space and includes an open fire where all the cooking is done, allowing guests to witness the preparation of their incredible meals. The second main tented area provides guests with a relaxing space to enjoy a book while taking in the stunning views over the Linyanti wetland.
Head out on morning and afternoon photographic safaris with Karim, and a scenic helicopter flip on the afternoon of the 3rd. The reserve has a high population of animals, lion and spotted hyena as the principal predators, with leopard being sighted primarily on night drives. (B, L, D)
Linyanti Concession
Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, occupying a total area of 275,000 acres, is located on the southern banks of the Linyanti River where the landscape changes from marshland to lagoons and meandering waterways, leading to open grassland and riverine forest. The reserve has a high population of animals, lion and spotted hyena as the principal predators, with leopard being sighted primarily on night drives. Game densities improve as the season progresses into the drier months and the wildlife migratory species move closer to the water source of the Linyanti River. Herds of elephants can be seen congregating at waterholes and rivers. Zebra also stay in the Linyanti region during winter before moving on to Savuti around October and November.
Today, at a time to be advised locally, you will be game driven to the Linyanti Airstrip in time for your light aircraft flight to Khwai in the Okavango Delta. Later this afternoon you will embark on your first safari exploring and photographing the world renowned Okavango Delta. (B, L, D)
Khwai Lediba
Indulge in a breathtaking safari experience at Khwai Lediba on the banks of the Khwai River. Here you’ll witness the abundant wildlife of Moremi National Park, the oldest protected section of the Okavango Delta. Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, and giraffes roaming free in their natural habitat, all while immersed in the beauty of the African wilderness. You’ll have the opportunity to try many exciting activities on offer such as morning, afternoon, and night game drives, as well as walking and mokoro safaris (depending on water levels), allowing you to get up close and personal with the incredible wildlife of the region.
Days 5 - 6, 05 - 06 May 2025 Khwai: Community Reserve
Over the course of the next two days you will spend your time exploring and photographing the dryland habitats of the lead-wood and camelthorn woodlands, and the savannahs and the riverside and marshy backwaters of the Khwai, with a scenic helicopter flight on the 6th. (B, L, D)
Okavango Delta
Encapsulating the heart of wild Africa with its evocative scenes of wildlife and natural beauty, a journey into the untouched Okavango Delta is one of jaw-dropping big game viewing, peace and tranquility.
After breakfast, your guide drives you back to the airstrip where you will then take your light aircraft flight to Maun. Here you will say your goodbyes to the group before being assisted to connect with your international departing flight. (B)
Wildlife in Botswana
Botswana is home to an array of wildlife in some extreme wildlife habitats, from the arid salt pans of the south to the wetland ‘swamps’ of the Okavango Delta and Moremi Reserve and the luscious flood plains of the Chobe River.
“Photography lets me see the Earth in a new way, where I take my time looking at the details that you don’t usually see, and are difficult to process so quickly. Beyond anything I could have dreamed of, in the next few years, it will take me onto the largest rocket ship that has ever flown, off our planet to document the first civilian trip to the moon.”
Your Accommodations
Linyanti Expeditions
Linyanti Expeditions is a small and intimate camp, featuring just 6 tents to ensure a personalized experience for all 12 guests. Each tent is ground-level and comes with an ensuite bathroom located at the rear, reminiscent of the original expedition camps with features like bucket showers and toilets. The camp consists of two main tented areas. The first serves as the primary dining space and includes an open fire where all the cooking is done, allowing guests to witness the preparation of their incredible meals. The second main tented area provides guests with a relaxing space to enjoy a book while taking in the stunning views over the Linyanti wetland.
Khwai Lediba
Indulge in a breathtaking safari experience at Khwai Lediba on the banks of the Khwai River. Here you’ll witness the abundant wildlife of Moremi National Park, the oldest protected section of the Okavango Delta. Look out for lions, leopards, elephants, and giraffes roaming free in their natural habitat, all while immersed in the beauty of the African wilderness. You’ll have the opportunity to try many exciting activities on offer such as morning, afternoon, and night game drives, as well as walking and mokoro safaris (depending on water levels), allowing you to get up close and personal with the incredible wildlife of the region.
Specialist Leaders
Follow the expertise of wildlife photographer Karim Iliya who will teach you how to capture the essence of Botswana’s wildlife and deliver post safari lectures and feedback on your photos.
Wealth of Experience
We maintain close relationships with our partners on the ground, from lodge owners to frontline conservationists, affording our clients access and opportunities that nobody else can match.
Wildlife Specialists
Wildlife remains our primary focus and we ensure accommodation is carefully selected as the very best places to stay for front-row wildlife spectacles for the time of the year you are travelling.
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Client Reviews
Rated 4.8/5 based on 5 customer reviews
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Every trip I have done with NWS has been impeccable. I love the meet and greet at the airport. Accommodations are always great. This whole safari exceeded my extravagant hopes!
—Susan Pirie who travelled on Botswana: Nxai Pan, Linyanti, Khwai & Okavango Delta Safari
4 out of 5
africa-botswana-victoria-cox
We had an amazing trip to Botswana with some fantastic wildlife sightings and accommodation throughout our stay. The team was very responsive and gave me valuable advice and assistance during the booking process.
—Victoria Cox who travelled on Botswana: Classic Camping Safari
5 out of 5
africa-botswana-jill-house
The most magical vacation- everything went so smoothly and all of the accommodations, food, services were beyond our wildest imagination! Bravo!
—Jill House who travelled on Botswana Safari: Khwai, Okavango, Kwando & Chobe
5 out of 5
africa-botswana-diane-migliori
Daniel was knowledgeable and VERY patient. He listened to my concerns and preferences, and was instrumental in pointing me in the right direction for a wonderful experience!
—Diane Migliori who travelled on Tailor-made Botswana Safari
5 out of 5
africa-botswana-paul-matthews
Ellen was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, positive and reassuring in all the advice she gave, and very patient when answering what were probably stupid questions probably asked by everybody. She quickly seemed more of a knowledgeable friend rather than a travel agent just doing a job.
—Paul Matthews who travelled on Botswana: Classic Camping Safari
