Experience the Okavango Eastern Panhandle Delta

The only area with permanent water for both boat and mokoro activities

Name: Experience the Okavango Eastern Panhandle Delta
Brand: Experience the Okavango Eastern Panhandle Delta
SKU: 1650
Price: 375 $
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Panhandle Boat Cruising & Mokoro trip

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Overview

Discovering Hidden Gems in the Okavango Delta

Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the Okavango River with this exclusive 2-night/3-day safari, departing from Shakawe and Kashete Campsite on Mondays and Wednesdays in 2025. Designed for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure, this fully serviced, non-participation safari ensures a seamless experience—where every detail is handled by the expert Kashete Plains team, leaving you free to soak in the magic of the Delta.

Your journey begins in the heart of the Okavango Eastern Panhandle, where the river’s tranquil waters and rich ecosystems set the stage for unforgettable encounters. Accompanied by a professional guide, you’ll explore the region’s hidden gems while enjoying gourmet meals and comfortable accommodation tailored to your itinerary.

From the moment you arrive, the Kashete team takes care of all camp operations—setting up, preparing meals, and ensuring your safari runs effortlessly. Your only task? To embrace the wild, whether gliding along the river, spotting wildlife, or simply unwinding beneath the African sky.

Trip Information

The Best Okavango Eastern Panhandle’s unique tourism experiences are centred around the Okavango River, up in these 2nights/3 days itinerary -starting in Shakawe and Kashete Campsite. Departing on Mondays and Wednesdays in 2025.

This Fully Serviced Safari is a non-participation safari, where the Kashete Plains team will carry out all the necessary camp chores to keep the safari running smoothly. You will be accompanied by a professional guide. Meals and Accommodation as outlined below:

(Vegetarian as well as Vegan options available on request.) Early breakfast- Cereals, rusks, tea and coffee.
Brunch- Eggs, beans, fried tomato, sausage and toast.
Light afternoon snack- Cold meats, salads, and breads.

Dinner- 2 courses, soup and a main or a main and dessert.
3 litres of drinking water per person per day, as well as fruit juice for breakfast.
If you would like to take any other drinks, we will supply a cooler and ice.

Our semi-service Sahara Deluxe tents each feature two twin beds, electricity and lighting, a private resting patio, and shared reserved ablution facilities with amenities.
Additionally, both tents are equipped with Wi-Fi for your convenience.

Highlights

Trip highlights

Inclusions

What to bring

Small backpack
Mammal and Bird book
Wide-brimmed hat
Extra batteries
Sunscreen (SPF30+)
Insect repellent
Body soap
Shampoo
Personal medications (if applicable)
Spending money (we recommend pula, rands and USD)
Torch with rechargeable batteries and charger

Inclusions

What's included

Wings of Wonder - Okavango Panhandle's
Bird Sanctuary

Experience the Okavango Eastern Panhandle Delta – the only area with permanent water for both boat and mokoro activities.

Community & Culture

Properties and experiences that uplift and empower local communities.

Conservation

Supports wildlife projects, protected areas and ecosystem regeneration.

Footprint

Lodges and camps chosen for their sustainability credentials and initiatives.

Days 1

Shakawe to Okavango River bridge and then Kashete Campsite (Boat tour)

Begin with a road transfer to Shakawe Boat Station. Depart by boat (2-3 PM) on a 3-hour journey through the Okavango Panhandle’s riverine forests and floodplains. With expert guides, spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles, birds, or the rare Sitatunga. Arrive at the elephant tusk-inspired Mohembo Bridge. Return to Kauxwi’s riverside campsite by late afternoon. Your pre-set tent awaits; enjoy a freshly cooked dinner, fire-heated shower, and sunset lagoon views with hippos nearby—an authentic Okavango experience in comfort.

Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast at 7:00 AM, before departing at 7:30 AM on a serene mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) ride through the peaceful channels of the Okavango Eastern Panhandle. After a couple of hours gliding across the water, stretch your legs on a guided island walk-exploring indigenous trees, domestic animals, and spotting some of the region's incredible birdlife. Return to the channel riverside for a relaxed picnic lunch in a shady, scenic spot. Around 2:00 PM, embark on a gentle 1-hour downstream mokoro ride back to camp, where another warm shower, a golden Okavango sunset, and a restful evening await.

Day 2

Kashete Campsite to excursion, Eastern Panhandle especially Gowa islands (Moroko trip).

Days 3

Kashete Campsite to Shakawe via Bridge (road transport)

Wake up at your own pace and savour a cup of coffee or tea by the lagoon's edge, taking in the peaceful morning sounds of the Okavango. A relaxed breakfast is served between 7:00 and 8:00 AM. At 9:30 AM, depart by vehicle for a scenic 30-minute drive back to Shakawe for Maun or Mohembo border to Namibia, crossing once more over the iconic Okavango River Bridge.

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