Botswana Kayak Bushcraft Safari

Paddle the Okavango Delta, sleep in comfort, and enjoy a gentle taste of adventure.

  • “Being in the heart of the Delta was extraordinary! Paddling past elephants by day and returning to a comfy bed, hot wash, and a cold drink at sunset. It gave me the thrill of Africa without pushing me too far.”
    Man in safari hat smiling in savannah landscape, outdoor adventure, survival skills, wilderness exploration, Desert Island Survival concepts.
    David P.

Step Into the Adventure

Our adventures follow a simple arc:
Explore → Experience → Celebrate.

Explore

Paddle the Okavango Delta by kayak, spotting elephants, buffalo, and hippos along the way. Learn bushcraft skills with Bayei guides — fire-making, shelter-building, and fishing — all at an easy pace. Evenings bring hot showers, sundowners, and campfire stories at your safari-style camp.

Experience

You’ll have the option to step deeper into the wild with an overnight survival experience, knowing expert support and full comforts are right there when you want them.

Celebrate

Your adventure finishes with a boutique lodge stay in Maun and a final celebration dinner — a chance to share stories, toast new friendships, and reflect on the wilderness moments that made this adventure uniquely yours.

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  • elephant, people in kayaks, Okavango Delta
  • Elephants swimming in Botswana, part of a luxury safari experience.
  • Secluded group of travelers relaxing under a large tree near a wetland, preparing for outdoor survival activities on a desert island.
  • kayaks, sunset by river

Key Facts

Location

Okavango Delta, Botswana — UNESCO World Heritage site.

Length

12 days / 11 nights

Group Size

8–12 people — small, friendly groups guided by Bayei locals.

Who It’s For

Curious explorers seeking Africa’s wild side — with comfort, good food, and a gentler survival challenge.

Unforgettable Moments

Kayak through the Okavango Delta, past elephants and buffalo.

Walk toward lions on sunrise bushwalks.

Watch hippos and crocodiles from the safety of your boat

Sleep soundly in comfy tents with thick bedrolls and duvets

Choose a supported survival night or stay comfortable at camp

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7-Day Cool Off

Full refund if you change your mind.

Flexibility

Reschedule up to 90 days before departure, valid for 24 months.

Safety

Guided by world-class instructors, with support team nearby.

More Info

  • Day 1: Arrival in Maun, lodge stay, expedition briefing.
  • Day 2–5: Safari by speedboat + kayak, bushwalks, bushcraft lessons, wildlife galore.
  • Day 6–7: Village visits, mokorro experience, handicrafts, cultural immersion.
  • Day 8–9: Survival phase on an island — shelter, fishing, fire, survival psychology.
  • Day 10–11: Final kayak legs, return to Maun, hotel celebration dinner.
  • Day 12: Departure.
  • Included: 2 days speedboat safari, 6 days kayak safari, 2 days survival, tents + bedding, meals + drinks, park permits, 2 nights boutique hotel in Maun, heli-evac cover, airport transfers.
  • Not included: International flights, visas, travel insurance (beyond heli-evac), personal kit, personal expenses.
  • How fit do I need to be?
    Moderate. Around 5 hours paddling per day, with support if needed.
  • I’m worried this will be too adventurous — will I cope?
    Yes. This trip is designed for people who want the thrill of Africa without extremes. Daily paddling is at a relaxed pace with support boats nearby, and the survival phase is optional.
  • Is it dangerous?
    You’re in real wilderness with hippos, lions, crocs — but expert guides ensure safety.
  • Will I have proper showers and toilets?
    Yes. Every camp has hot water washbasins for morning and evening, plus sit-down toilet tents.
  • What’s the food like?
    Cooked breakfasts, BBQs, sundowners, and fresh-caught fish.
  • Mosquito risk?
    Very low at this time of year; malaria risk is minimal.
  • Do I have to do the survival bit?
    No. You can opt out and enjoy comfort at camp instead — still joining walks and activities if you like.
  • “The survival phase was unforgettable — hearing lions at night while making fire by friction made me feel truly alive.”
    A rugged man in a wide-brimmed hat outdoors on a desert island, emphasizing survival skills and adventure preparation.
    Alex R.
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