Belmond and Alexander McCall Smith, author of the acclaimed No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, are leading an exclusive safari in northern Botswana from Nov. 10–16. Each of Belmond’s three luxury lodges in the area are located in a completely different ecosystem.

The six-night itinerary begins at Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge in Chobe National Park. Known as the Elephant Capital of the World, the lodge offers views of the river where herds of elephants and lion prides roam.

In Moremi Wildlife Reserve, Belmond Khwai River Lodge is a year-round destination for viewing wildlife, predators and plainsgame. A thrilling night drive follows nocturnal predators.

The experience ends at Belmond Eagle Island Lodge in Okavango Delta. Reopened following an almost total rebuild, the lodge’s water-based safari includes motorboat safaris, barge cruises and mekoro safaris, as well as an open-sided helicopter ride over the wilderness.

Throughout the safari, which starts at $7,985 per person based on double occupancy, McCall Smith shares memories and chats about his books with travelers. To book, visit belmond.com/safaris. The price includes six-night accommodations (two nights at each lodge), including meals, drinks (excluding imported Champagne and South African Reserve Wines), two daily game viewing activities, return scheduled light aircraft inter-lodge flights from Maun, national park fees, laundry services and emergency evacuation insurance. Price is based on a minimum of eight guests.