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Botswana Kalahari & Delta Safari
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:
An authentic camping exploration of Botswana in which we explore the Central Kalahari, Okavango Delta, Nxai Pan, Makgadikgadi Pans as well as the Chobe National Park. We finish off a true African adventure by visiting Victoria Falls, one of the true natural wonders of the world.
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€ 1 595
Per person sharing
Safari rates are in EURO's
*Rates may vary according to season
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Flights (return); UK - BOTS; from £ 740 USA - BOTS; from $ 1547 EUR - BOTS; from € 908 Subject to availability & T&C's
Local Payment; US$ 300.00 per person sharing
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Departure: Scheduled or on request.
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights.
Accommodation: 14 nights camping.
Group Size: Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris.
Day 1: Johannesburg - Khama Rhino Sanctuary
» An early start as we depart Johannesburg at 06:30am and head north across the border into Botswana at Martins Drift.
» The Khama Rhino Sanctuary is a 4300 hectare community based wildlife reserve and is an integral part of the conservation and re-introduction of the white rhino to Botswana.
» We arrive in the late afternoon, set up camp and enjoy a game drive in search of rhino, zebra and wildebeest.
» Our evening is enjoyed around a campfire and we fall asleep to the sounds of the African wilderness.
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Days 2-4: Central Kalahari Game Reserve
» The Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) is one of the largest game reserves in the world (52,800 square kilometres).
» Made famous by Mark and Delia Owen in the book Cry of the Kalahari, its remoteness, unforgiving climate and harsh terrain have kept it pristine and untamed.
» This reserve is characterised by vast open plains, saltpans and ancient riverbeds.
» During the summer months, when the rains fall, the Kalahari grasslands turn green and lush and the good grazing attracts large herds of zebra, wildebeest, springbok and gemsbok (oryx).
» Following the herds we hope to find the Kalahari lions.
» We use 4WD vehicles to visit the northern portion of the reserve and camp wild for 3 nights.
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Day 5: Maun
» Our next stop is Maun the gateway to the Okavango Delta.
» Here we restock on provisions and enjoy a swim in the pool, a cool drink in the bar and a restaurant meal (own expense).
» Opportunity to take a light aircraft flight over the Okavango in the late afternoon (own expense).
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Days 6-7: Okavango Delta
» We venture by 4WD into the vast wilderness of the Okavango Delta where we meet our local community guides.
» Relax as your poler expertly guides your mokoro (dugout) through the winding channels of the delta.
» Camp is set up on the islands under a towering canopy of trees.
» We set out on foot for morning and evening game walks with local guides.
» During the heat of the day, time is spent relaxing in camp or swimming in the clear delta waters.
» Birdlife in the Okavango during the summer months is spectacular with all of the summer migrants returning to this water wonderland.
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Days 8-9: Nxai Pan national park
» We return to the "poling station" and continue with our 4WD to the vast fossil lake beds which form the unique and beautiful Nxai Pan national park.
» These pans surrounded by baobab and umbrella thorn trees are covered with short nutritious grass that attracts the wildlife.
» One of a few parks that is best in rainy season, we spend the next two days on game drives hoping to spot large herds of springbok, gemsbok and zebra.
» The seven giant trees that form the famous Baines Baobabs are a highlight of the visit.
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Day 10: Makgadikgadi pans
» Camping wild on the flat Makgadikgadi pans is an experience you'll never forget.
» After watching the sunset over the pans, the evening is spent enjoying wide open spaces and the canopy of stars.
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Days 11-12: Chobe National Park
» Chobe National Park is famous for large herds of elephants.
» We set up camp in Chobe and enjoy afternoon and morning game drives.
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Days 13-14: Victoria Falls
» Mid morning we embark on a cruise on the Chobe River; a brilliant wildlife experience where we get close to hippopotamus, crocodiles and elephants.
» Keep an eye out for the endemic Chobe puku.
» We then cross the border into Zambia at the Kazangula Ferry.
» Our afternoon is spent exploring the Mosi au Tunya NP and enjoying the views as the mighty Zambezi plunges 100m over the Victoria Falls.
» The following day is free to enjoy the range of adventure activities including river rafting, bungee jumping and the Flight of Angels over the falls (own expense).
» We sample the local cuisine at a variety of restaurants in the evening (own expense).
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Day 15: Botswana Kalahari & Delta Safari Ends
» Tour ends at 08:00 after breakfast. Transfers to local airports available.
Included in the Botswana Kalahari & Delta Safari;
- 14 nights camping
- Entrance fees
- Use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
- Transport in minibus / safari truck & 4WD
- Meals as per itinerary
- Professional guide
- Okavango Delta excursion
- Kalahari, Nxai Pan & Chobe excursion
Excluded from this safari;
- Flights, airport taxes, visa costs, drinks. when in livingstone / victoria falls - excursions and entrances, gratuities and personal expenses, airport transfers in livingstone
- Booking Conditions
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