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Chiefs Island day trip

About this experience

We will set off for our safari experience on-board a 12 seater motor boat for a full day of viewing game and an abundance of bird species along Botswana's most breath-taking scenery along the Okavango Channels. Your guide will share with you stories about the Chief's Island including its history and its critical role in this part of the ecosystem.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Chiefs Island day trip
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

What is included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • Restroom on board
  • WiFi on board

Itinerary and highlights

We will pick you up from your place of accommodation in Maun between 6:00am and 7:00am. We will then proceed to the boat station where you will leave on a motor boat at 8:00am for a full day of viewing game, birds and some of Botswana’s most breath-taking scenery.
At around midday we will reach our destination near Chief’s Island, which is also the turning point. Here your guide will take you for a 1 hour game walk. Once back at the boat landing your guide will set up a picnic lunch with table and chairs. After lunch you may rest in a shady, beautiful setting to soak up the peace and serenity of the Okavango Delta. We will then depart for the downstream return trip at around 2:00pm, arriving at boat station before 6:00pm. Once back in Maun we will transport you to where you are staying that night in Maun
Price includes a light breakfast, lunch, mineral water, soft drinks and park fees.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Marvelous Mobile Safari

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 10–15; Youth tickets: age 16–20; Adult tickets: age 21+; Senior tickets: age 61+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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