Essentially Machaba

Okavango Delta, Hwange National Park

Botswana & Zimbabwe
  • 9 Nights
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    High Season
    1 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

    $ 16517 pps

    Shoulder Season
    1 Nov 2026 - 10 Jan 2027

    $ 13665 pps

    Secret Season
    11 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2027

    $ 7626 pps

    Shoulder Season
    1 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2027

    $ 12251 pps

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Essentially Machaba

Experience the essence of the Okavango Delta where untamed nature and captivating wildlife thrive. Then, venture into Hwange National Park, renowned for its abundant elephant herds, majestic big cats, and a myriad of plains game.

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Explore the Okavango Delta

Explore Botswana’s prized jewel, the Okavango Delta. Over 11 000 km3 of seasonal floodwater travels from the neighbouring Angolan Highlands to fill this inland river basin creating a home to more than 2 000 plants, 450 bird, 65 fish and numerous large mammal species. Take to the waters during flood season which offers unique opportunities to experience the Delta's diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. Please note water-levels may affect availability of water-activities.

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Explore a variety of biomes

A biome is a community of animals and plants that share common characteristics for the environment in which they live. Biomes can include a variety of habitats and as such, support different animal and life forms. This package covers several biomes enabling you to enjoy a wide diversity of wildlife in a single trip.

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Visit Hwange National Park

An hour’s drive from Victoria Falls, this package takes in the largest Park in Zimbabwe. At 14,600 square kilometre in size, Hwange National Park is home to the “Presidential Herd” of elephants and the iconic giraffe is a common sighting. The vast space the ideal way in which to immerse yourself in the authentic spirit of a safari.

Meals Activities Flights

Our packages are inclusive of meals, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, wildlife activities, conservation levies and internal transfers

At a glance

Curated experiences

Discover what makes each camp so interesting and what you can do while there. Each camp and lodge has something different to share. Drawing on our extensive local knowledge, we make sure you get to experience the best that each site has to offer.

Days 1-4

Machaba Camp

Okavango Delta

Perched on the edge of the Okavango Delta, Machaba Camp offers the dual advantage of viewing large wildlife populations and exploring the tributaries of the Delta’s outer reaches in a mokoro canoe.

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Days 4-7

Gomoti Plains

OKAVANGO DELTA

Based in a private concession on the edge of the Gomoti floodplain system, this luxury safari camp has access to incredible wildlife and scenery. From the moment you arrive, you will be made to feel right at home but the true luxury of your experience lies in the discovery of the pristine landscapes, the beautiful culture and the extraordinary wildlife.

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Days 7-10

Verney’s Camp

Hwange National Park

Inspired by safaris of the past, Verney’s Camp is situated in a teak forest that is synonymous with Hwange. With views over a waterhole, the animals put on a daily parade as they come down for their evening drink.

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Package Includes

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Luxury accommodation

Rest comfortably in eco-luxury tented camps with the option of Family Luxury tents (4-sleeper) or Twin tent. Tents include premium quality mattresses, linen and a private en suite bathroom with hot and cold running water, indoor shower, double vanity basin and western-style flush toilets.

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Meals and drinks

We make sure you never go hungry with freshly prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner. We also provide in-between-meal snacks and nibbles plus warm beverages, cool drinks and selected alcoholic drinks.

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Activities and excursions

Our rates include camp/lodge-based activities and planned excursions such as game drives, walking safaris, water safaris, Mokoro (canoe) experiences, cultural outings, and stargazing, among others. Note: water-based activities and walking safaris are subject to seasonal conditions, camp location, and water-levels during the time of your visit.

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Airstrip transfers

We will meet you at the local airstrip and transfer you via game vehicle to and from our camp or lodge, freeing you to enjoy game viewing and be mesmerised by the sights and sounds of nature on the way.

Laundry Services

Laundry services

Little beats the feeling of freshly laundered clothing in the heart of the African bush. All our camps and lodges offer complimentary laundry services at our eco-friendly laundry stations.

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Internal logistics

The package price includes all internal logistics including, camp-to-camp, airport and road transfers.

Package Excludes

Premium imported drinks, international flights, travel insurance, VISA's, discretionary tips

Tailored Safari Packages

Inspired by our knowledge and first-hand experience of Botswana and Zimbabwe, we have crafted a series of packages to provide textured and authentic African safaris.

Everything you need to know about Safaris in the Okavango Delta here!

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