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| Viewing: Botswana Classic Fully Upgraded Safari |
Package ID: 1329 |
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| Botswana Classic Fully Upgraded Safari |
A semi-participation small group camping and lodge safari from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe to Maun through Botswana, with unforgettable game viewing.
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The upgraded African Safari itineraries allow you to join a camping safari but with an option to spend some of the nights in lodges or chalets. The upgraded safaris provide all the adventure and experience of the original camping safaris, with a number of accommodation upgrades. For those who feel that a sheltered and restful night's sleep is worthwhile luxury that will enhance their safari, this is the finer option.
On the "Botswana Classic Upgraded Safari" a total of 2 nights is spent in lodges/chalets and 3 nights camping.
The trip remains a semi-participation camping trip and all meals are enjoyed with the group around the campfire. At bedtime however, those fortunate guests on the upgraded tour are able to retire to the comfort of a private room in the nearby lodge or chalet.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park, Botswana
A morning departure takes you from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and into Botswana. We’ll cross the Zimbabwe border and make our way to Chobe Safari Lodge on the Chobe River. Once we’ve reached the Lodge we’ll set up camp and enjoy the rest of the afternoon on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Here we can watch elephants, hippos, lions, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to reach for our binoculars – You’ll be close enough for close-up photographs. [LD]
DAY 2: Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana
We need to get up early, as today is our longest drive of the safari. We’ll head south to Planet Baobab and stop at the Magkadigkadi Pans to have a closer look. If the conditions allow we’ll take a drive onto the Pans. After appreciating the wide-open, uninhabited spaces under the endless canopy of blue sky, we step off for our final stop of the day, Planet Baobab. The rest of the afternoon we spend with a hike to the elephant hole and relaxing at Planet Baobab’s facilities. [BLD]
DAY 3: Maun and the Okavango Delta, Botswana
After breakfast we head out for a Bush Walk with our local guide, learning about the history, flora and fauna of the area and use of various plants in traditional life. We then head off for Maun and onto a private concession and Mankwe lodge. Once we’ve set up camp – we go on a night game drive in the concession. This area lies between Moremi and Chobe and we’ll have the opportunity to spot a variety of nocturnal animals. [BLD]
DAY 4: Khwai River, Botswana
Today we spend a full day in the bush on a game drive. Departing after breakfast we take our 4x4 and drive through the wilderness area of the Khwai region spotting a variety of game that frequent this region that borders Moremi and Chobe. Picnic-lunch will be in the wilderness area. With some luck we’ll see many animal species that are at home in this area and maybe even a few members of the Big Five. [BLD]
DAY 5: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
After having explored the Khwai area we now head into the famous Moremi game reserve known as one of the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with an unprecedented concentration of wildlife. The full day is spent in the unspoiled nature of the Moremi Game Reserve. [BLD]
Day 6: Maun, Botswana
After our game experience, we’ll head back to Maun. Here you have the option of a flight over the Delta and we’ll drop you off at your Lodge or at Maun Airport for your connecting flight. You would have experienced the best Botswana has to offer at the end of a game filled safari. [B]
Includes:
5 nights in chalets / permanent tented camps, all transport in fully kitted 4x4 safari vehicle, use of full cooking equipment, game drives as mentioned, meals (prepared by the guide at the campsites) and activities as mentioned in itinerary, coffe/tea with the meals, park entrance fees, and experienced local guide.
Excludes:
Optional scenic flight over delta, visit to Victoria Falls, travel insurance, flights, pre and post tour accommodation, all other drinks, tips and curios.
Price per Person:
Fully Upgraded - USD 1565
Single Supplement - USD 185
Local Payment USD 145
STANDARD VERSION
On the Botswana Classic Standard Safari a total of 5 nights is spent camping.
Price:
Standard - USD 1210
Local Payment USD 145
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