Day 1 - Maun - Kujwana camp
Riding: 1 - 2 hours
You will be met on arrival at Maun airport and transferred to camp. We recommend flying in by helicopter as it's a magical experience and means you arrive in time for an afternoon ride. Make sure to pack some riding clothes in your hand luggage in case your main luggage becomes separated during travel. Your ride will be followed by sundowners and dinner in camp.
Day 2 - Kujwana
Riding: 4 hours
You will be woken early with a cup of tea or coffee in your tent. After a light breakfast you will mount at dawn so as to be out riding as the game is most active. Today's ride will explore the Xudum area, where you wade through lush green malopos as you head from island to island. Perhaps you'll stumble across the shy reedbuck as it hides amongst dense bush on the islands, or watch herds of lechwe and giraffe as they splash through the waters. The seasonal marshlands are a paradise for birdlife and your guides will help you tick off all the species you see. Return to camp for lunch and a siesta.
In the afternoon head out for a peaceful mokoro expedition on the river and enjoy the tranquility of the Delta from the dug-out canoes as the sun sinks below the horizon.
Day 3 - Kujwana
Riding: 6 hours
A full day ride from Kujwana camp of approximately 30km, heading northwest. The route moves through open floodplains and scattered islands towards the Matsebe river system where you will see a variety of game.
A picnic lunch is served on a shady island followed by a siesta with camp beds, maybe a swim and then a further 2 hour ride back to camp in the afternoon. Enjoy a refreshing drink as the sun sets across the floodplain.
Day 4 - Kujwana camp
Riding: 3 - 4 hours
After breakfast, ride in the Xudum area again, wading from island to island, surprising herds of lechwe or giraffe.
Back in time for lunch and an afternoon powerboat trip up the river to look for the elusive Pels fishing owl, or throw in a line and catch a delicious bream for dinner.
Day 5 - Kujwana - Moklowane cmap
Riding: 3 - 4 hours
Today you'll spend the morning on horseback exploring the open plains to the south of camp.
After lunch and a siesta, you'll game drive north-west to the sister camp of Moklowane to stay overnight in the beautiful stilted accommodation raised above the water.
Moklowane camp specialises in predator viewing - lion and leopard are frequently seen and an afternoon game drive looking for these predators is often rewarding.
Day 6 - Moklowane - Kujwana camp
Riding: 2 hours
Rise early and jump back into the game vehicle before dawn to head out and look for lions and leopards in the area surrounding Moklowane. After the thrill of watching predators in the wild, head back to Moklowane for lunch overlooking the floodplains.
After lunch, return to Kujwana on another game drive before a short siesta and then a late afternoon ride to explore the area around camp.
Day 7 - Kujwana camp
Riding: 4 hours
A morning ride east towards Beacon and Lion Island. These are two very large islands in the area which are cut off from Kujwana by the Qwaapu river. The area is cross-crossed with game paths leading you through a chain of rain pans.
This area is a great contrast to the open floodplains - mopane forests and acacia woodlands offer a good variety of food for elephant, kudu and giraffe. Breeding herds of elephant enjoy the security of the dense forests, and if the pans are holding water then it's also a great location for buffalo, wildebeest and zebra.
In the afternoon enjoy a bird walk with the opportunity to learn more about the traditional uses of the plants and trees in the area.
Day 8 - Kujwana camp - Sleepout platform
Riding: 4 hours
A morning ride around the east of Kujwana camp. Shady rain pans and thick riverine forest make this ride an ideal time to track breeding herds of elephant. Break for a chocolate bar on the edge of a hippo pool before riding onto more open areas, with the chance of picking up a herd of buffalo as they pass through.
In the evening, enjoy an early dinner in camp before heading out on a night drive to some platforms where you'll spend the night sleeping under the stars. Fall asleep to the sounds of the little Pearl Spotted owls who share the trees with you.
Day 9 - Sleepout platform - Kujwana camp
Riding: 2 hours
Awake in the trees and enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Qwaapu area with the game strolling through the floodplain below. After a bush breakfast make your way back to Kujwana camp with a game drive and walk.
After a hearty lunch there's a two hour evening ride followed by sunset drinks on one of the flood plains. A lovely way to end an active day.
Day 10 - Kujwana camp
Riding: 6 hours
Another full day ride exploring the Xudum area with a picnic lunch along the way. The ride covers around 35km, with four hours ridden in the morning and two hours in the afternoon. The ride moves through a variety of game areas fording the Xudum river through numerous hippo channels.
Day 11 - Kujwana - Maun
Riding: 1 - 2 hours
You will have time for a final ride this morning before transferring out of the Delta by helicopter or fix wing plane.
| 2024/2025 - Accommodation Upgrade |
£50
$65
€60
per night
Paid to Far and Ride
Riverside Mini Suite upgrade per night, subject to availability
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| 2025 - Fixed Wing Air transfer Maun to camp |
£280
$365
€330
Paid to Far and Ride
Fixed wing flight from Maun to Pompom/Xaranna and then boat to camp. Only available during high water. Price is per person, each way.
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| 2024 - Fixed Wing Air Transfer Maun to Camp |
£240
$310
€285
Paid to Far and Ride
Fixed wing flight from Maun to Pompom/Xaranna and then boat to camp. Only available during high water. Price is per person, each way (confirmed for a min 2 passengers).
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| 2025 - Helicopter Transfer Maun to camp |
£340
$440
€405
Paid to Far and Ride
Helicopter transfer from Maun to camp - a scenic 25min flight which means you have time to ride on arrival in camp. Price is per person, each way (confirmed for a min 2 passengers).
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| 2024 - Helicopter Transfer Maun to Camp |
£325
$420
€385
Paid to Far and Ride
Helicopter transfer from Maun to camp - a scenic 25min flight which means you have time to ride on arrival in camp. Price is per person, each way (confirmed for a min 2 passengers).
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| 2024/2025 - Riverside Suite Supplement |
£100
$131
€119
per night
Paid to Far and Ride
Riverside Suite supplement per night (subject to availability)
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| 2024/2025 - Single Supplement |
30.0%
Paid to Far and Ride
*Two tents are available for genuine singles without supplement, but once those have been booked the single supplement is payable by additional singles.
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| 2024 - Transfer from/to Kasane (Victoria Falls) |
£480
$630
€575
Paid to Far and Ride
Transfer from/to Kasane for those visiting Victoria Falls, using fixed wing and boat. Price is per person, each way (confirmed for a min 2 passengers) and includes the road transfer from Kasane to accommodation in the Victoria Falls area.
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| 2025 - Transfer from/to Kasane (Victoria Falls) |
£555
$720
€660
Paid to Far and Ride
Transfer from/to Kasane for those visiting Victoria Falls, using fixed wing and boat. Price is per person, each way (confirmed for a min 2 passengers) and includes the road transfer from Kasane to accommodation in the Victoria Falls area.
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Note: All programmes and itineraries are weather dependent; in the face of adverse, or unexpected, weather conditions reasonable attempts will be made to provide equivalent riding. All programmes are accurate at the time of writing. However, the team may adapt or modify details, whilst aiming to provide a similar experience.
