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Okavango Young ExplorerSAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:The Okavango Young Explorer safari is a specially designed safari offering families the opportunity to discover the wonders of the African wilderness together Departure: Daily on request Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights Price: From US$1 155.00 per person (2 adults & 2 children staying for 3 nights)(01 Mar-30 Nov 08) Currency Converter DAY 1: MAUN/OKAVANGO DELTA/FOOTSTEPS » On arrival in Maun you will be met by a Ker & Downey representative, complete a registration card and indemnity form, then board a light aircraft transfer to the Shinde Private concession » The flight is approximately 25 minutes and you will be amazed as the desert transforms to delta before your eyes » At the airstrip you transfer in a 4x4 safari vehicle to camp » Over a refreshing drink and light lunch you will be briefed on activities and safety during your stay, then it is time to settle into camp » Footsteps is a rustic style camp with twin beds, ensuite dugout toilet and an adjacent open air bucket shower » There is no electricity at camp and it is run as an eco-friendly operation with cooking over the fire, solar panels and low voltage battery operated lamps » Later in the afternoon it is time to begin your first lesson in bush craft and some rules regarding animal behaviour and respect for all the inhabitants of the wilderness » We set out on a short walk, allowing you to become accustomed to some of the sights sounds and smells that make up the language of the African Bush » We return to camp for a piping hot bucket shower under the starts followed by a tasty dinner » Around the campfire we discuss the lessons of the day and learn more about Botswana and the history of the country and it's people » For those that can stay awake long enough we can examine some of the stars in the African night sky before heading to bed - ready for an early start the next day » (Lunch and Dinner, including drinks) DAYS 2, 3: OKAVANGO DELTA/FOOTSTEPS » The next 2 days begin early before sunrise with coffee around the fire, and a light breakfast before heading out to see what the bush has in store for us » We will explore the area on a variety of activities » On foot we will follow the water's edge, examining tracks left by overnight visitors » We will explore the Okavango waterways in a traditional dugout canoe - mokoro, and perhaps catch some fish in the traditional way - to release or bring back to camp to cook for dinner over an open fire » Game drives will be taken in open 4x4 vehicles and you may learn the basic principles of driving in a wildlife area, in addition to the bush mechanics basics - changing a tire in thick sand for example! » We may encounter some large species en route including lion, elephants, buffalo, cheetah, wildebeest, and impala » There will even be an opportunity to learn about the rules and skills involved in handling a rifle safely and we learn to shoot with a pellet gun on our bush range » Time will be spent in camp and the adults have a chance to siesta whilst the young cubs are watched over by their guides, recording observations in our Bush Journals, learning some traditional bush skills such as basket weaving and even some bush cooking over an open fire » (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, including drinks) DAY 4: END OF SAFARI » After farewells to the camp staff and your guides you transfer by light aircraft onto Maun to embark on your next adventure » (Breakfast) Why not combine this with the Young Explorer's Kalahari? The above Okavango Young Explorer rates are inclusive of: -» 3 nights fully inclusive accommodation at Footsteps 6 bedded camp in the Shinde Concession, with the services of 2 experienced guides, a personal chef, waiter, housekeeper and mokoro guides » An itinerary designed by a qualified Environmental Educator » All activities including: game tracking in 4x4 safari vehicles, bird and animal identification, nature walks, night drives, mokoro excursions and possibly some fishing and boating » All children receive a young Explorer's Bush Journal, which includes information such as safety tips and a checklist of animals, insects and birds. On completion children receive a Young Explorers certificate » All meals, snacks and beverages whilst in camp » Daily laundry service available » Minimum age - seven years old. » Rates include VAT and Emergency Evacuation insurance to a regional medical facility (however personal insurance is essential) » Booking Conditions |
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