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| Southern Experience Safari - Upgraded |
A small group semi-participation camping safari with selected nights in chalets / permanent tented camps from Victoria Falls to Cape Town through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe
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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 "Victoria Falls to Cape Town Upgraded Safari" a total of 9 nights is spent in lodges/chalets and 10 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.
I T I N E R A R Y
DAY 1: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Arrival in Victoria Falls. We can arrange airport transfers on request. This afternoon is at your leisure for optional activities offered.
DAY 2: Depart Victoria Falls for Chobe National Park, Botswana
Early this morning we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided tour. We then leave Livingstone in Zambia by ferry across the Zambezi and onto Botswana (1 hour). The afternoon is spent on a sunset cruise game viewing in a part of Africa’s unspoilt wilderness, Chobe National Park. Chobe has an abundance of game whose distinctive calls can be heard throughout the night. [BLD]
DAY 3: Eastern Caprivi, Namibia
Leaving Botswana, we drive through Chobe National Park before crossing over into Namibia and driving through the Caprivi to our camp on the banks of the Kwando River. In the afternoon you will go on a game drive in the famous Mudumo National Park. In contrast to the rest of Namibia, the area is lush with riverine forest, marshes, dense savannah and mopane woodland. [BLD]
DAY 4 & 5: Caprivi to Okavango Delta, Botswana
We leave our camp on the Caprivi for Etsha, on the western border of the Okavango Delta. The next day is spent exploring the network of water pathways through thick vegetation by mokoros (traditional dugout canoes). The Delta is a well-preserved gem of Africa with a vast oasis of crystal clear lake lets, lagoons and palm-fringed islands. On our last evening in the Delta we feast with a braai (barbeque). [BLD, BLD]
DAY 6 & 7: Okavango Delta to Kavango River, Namibia
Leaving Botswana we make our way into Namibia and head along the Caprivi to Rundu and onto N’Kwazi River Camp, which is on the bank of the Kavango River, over looking Angola. A sunset cruise, horse riding, traditional dancing in the evening as well as visiting a local village are optional or you can just put your feet up and relax on the banks of the river as the sun sets. [BL, BL]
Day 8, 9 & 10: Etosha National Park, Namibia
The following morning we head off to Etosha National Park. We fill the next 2 days with game drives, which includes evening game viewing at floodlit waterholes. In the mornings we have the opportunity to take a game drive at sunrise. At all three camps, Namutoni, Okaukuejo and Halali you can take a swim in the swimming pool or from sunset till late into the night, the group can watch animals drink at the floodlit waterhole. [BLD, BLD, BLD]
DAY 11: Kamanjab – Himba Experience, Namibia
We leave the wild animals behind at Etosha and move onto the spectacular scenery of Twyfelfontein. On our way we visit the small German town of Outjo where we relax for a coffee break.
Our final destination for the day will be Kamanjab. Depending on the time of arrival we go and explore a traditional Himba Village that afternoon or the next morning. This will be a journey of culture exchange and learning and understanding of our last traditional tribe in Namibia, the Ova-Himba. [BLD]
DAY 12: Petrified Forest and Brandberg (White Lady), Namibia
The Petrified Forest is next on the itinerary before reaching Twyfelfontein where we walk to visit the ancient bushman’s artwork carved and painted into the surrounding Mountains. After doing this walk we head to our camp at the foot of the Brandberg Mountains. [BLD]
DAY 13: Cape Cross Seal Colony and Swakopmund, Namibia
Today we walk and visit the famous ‘White Lady’ rock painting in Brandberg. We move westwards across the flat desert plains to reach the cold Atlantic coastline. As we follow the Skeleton Coast on our way to Swakopmund we visit Africa’s largest seal colony at Cape Cross where zoom lenses and binoculars will definitely not be needed. [BL]
DAY 14: Swakopmund, Namibia
We have the opportunity to explore this quaint German town by day and night. There are a number of activities to enjoy here: sand boarding, quad biking, skydiving and fishing. You may even dare to brave the icy sea. [BL]
Optional Excursions in Swakopmund
Sand boarding
Sand boarding (stand up)
Fishing
Quad-biking
Sky Diving
Himba Visit – Scenic Flight (Full day excursion)
DAY 15: Namib Naukluft National Park and Kuiseb Canyon, Namibia
Today is spent exploring the barren, arid and sometimes the rocky landscape of the Namib Naukluft National Park. Once we reach Hammerstein Lodge we camp in wide-open space under the countless stars. [BLD]
DAY 16: Sesriem & Sossusvlei, Namibia
We visit the world’s highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei. There is the option of taking a shuttle to the dunes instead of walking (optional cost of R95pp transfer from 2x4 parking to Sossusvlei/Dead vlei parking area). At sunset these red sand dunes, which can reach a height of more than 300 m, are absolutely spectacular and provide a fantastic photo opportunity. With luck there may even be water in the vlei (lake). [BLD]
DAY 17: Fish River Canyon, Namibia
After a long drive we arrive at the Fish River Canyon and set up camp at Canon Road House. Later in the evening we take in another perfect African sunset with the magnificent views and scenery along the edge of the Canyon. [BLD]
DAY 18: The Orange River, Namibia
We leave Hobas in the morning for our camp on the banks of the Orange River, which makes up the South African-Namibian boundary. Here you can relax in the water that has supplied the region with its famous diamonds. [BLD]
DAY 19: Canoeing on the Orange River, Namibia
The only traveling today is done in a canoe. Put your feet up and relax as the current takes you downstream – mind the rapids though! [BLD]
DAY 20: West Coast of South Africa and the Namaqualand Flowers, South Africa
We cross the border into South Africa and make our way down the coast. If you are traveling in spring you will see the spectacular carpets of wildflowers of the famous Namaqualand region. Before you know it we reach the Cedarberg Mountains where we spend the evening. [BLD]
DAY 21: Cedarberg Mountains / Cape Town, South Africa
A day drive through the mountains takes us to our final destination, Cape Town. We stop at the beach on the Atlantic Ocean to view Table Mountain across the bay. [BL]
DAY 22: End of Tour
The tour ends after breakfast this morning. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. [B]
OPTIONAL DAYS: 23 and 24
Day 23: Cape Point Tour
The day is spent exploring the Cape Peninsula. Visiting Hout Bay on the Atlantic coast before heading off to Cape Point for lunch. In the afternoon we head back via the penguin colony at the Indian Ocean and then end of the day having sundowners, overlooking Cape Town.
Day 24: Cape Wine Tour
We visit the winelands of Stellenbosch, tasting wines from different wineries. Lunch is included.
Includes:
Use of full camping equipment (except sleeping bags), 21 breakfasts, 19 lunches, 15 dinners (meals are prepared by the guide at the campsites), coffee/tea with the meals, transport on the tour, 11 nights in chalets, of which 10 have en-suite facilities (nights of which depend on availability and subject to change to below itinerary) and 10 nights camping, activities as per itinerary, game drives as per itinerary.
Excludes:
Travel insurance, flights, pre and post tour, optional activities, accommodation, all drinks, tips and curios, all personal expenses.
Price per Person:
Upgraded - USD 2925
Single Supplement: USD 310
Local Payment: ZAR 1950
STANDARD VERSION
On the Victoria Falls to Cape Town Standard Safari a total of 2 nights is spent in lodges/chalets and 17 nights camping.
Price per Person:
Standard - USD 2365
Single Supplement: USD 120
Local Payment: ZAR 1950
FULLY UPGRADED OPTION
Fully Upgrade your safari...add a touch of comfort
The Victoria Falls to Cape Town Fully Upgraded Safari itineraries allow you to pick the camping safari of your choice but with an option to spend 21 nights in chalets (of which 20 have en-suite facilities).
Fully Upgraded - USD 3545
Single Supplement: USD 460
Local Payment: ZAR 1950
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