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11 NIGHT LUXURY SAFARI

OKAVANGO, CHOBE, VICTORIA FALLS

(Photographs by Natalie Knibbs ©)

Per person sharing:  US$6630.00

Single supplement additional US$1675.00 per person

Valid:

1 June 2009 - 31 October 2009

A safari to some of the most diverse wilderness areas in Botswana, from the tranquil waters of the Okavango Delta to the hive of wildlife activity in Chobe, and visit the breathtaking Victoria Falls in Zambia and awesome Batoka Gorge.

Explore the Delta by 4x4 game drives tracking big cats like leopard, cheetah, lion and wild dog as well as various mammal species; by traditional mokoro (dug-out canoe) and motorboat providing excellent birding opportunities and close encounters with the smaller creatures of the Delta; walk on the islands of the Okavango; catch the game fish of the Delta, the Tiger, as well as other fish species.

Experience the abundance of game in Chobe, from huge herds of elephant and buffalo to sable, giraffe, roan and various other species. Excellent sightings of lion, wild dog, puku and lechwe from 4x4 safari vehicles and boat cruises on the beautiful Chobe River are memorable.

Enjoy the awesome raging waters of the Batoka Gorge in Zambia, alive with raptors and other birdlife. Explore this fascinating region by guided bush and bird walks, cultural village tours, beautiful sunset cruises to visits to one of the most spectacular wonders of the natural world…the mighty Victoria Falls, Smoke that Thunders.

Day 1-4:

Scenic air transfer from Maun to Camp Moremi

Accommodation:

3 nights accommodation, in East African-style safari tents, at Camp Moremi, on the beautiful Xakanaxa Lagoon on the eastern edge of the permanent Okavango Delta, within the Moremi Wildlife Reserve.

Activities:

Morning and afternoon 4 x 4 game drives in the Moremi Game Reserve, exploring the Xakanaxa Lagoon and surrounding Okavango channels by motorboat.

Game Viewing:

This area is renowned for frequent sightings of lion, leopard & cheetah, as well as wild dog.

Other game seen in the area are hyena, hippo and the full range of antelope, large and small, including the red lechwe. 

Exceptional bird-watching opportunities, as birdlife is prolific and varied, ranging from water birds to shy forest dwellers.

Day 4-6:

Boat transfer from Camp Moremi to Xugana Island Lodge

Accommodation:

2 nights accommodation at Xugana Island Lodge, in elevated reed and thatch chalets situated on the shaded fringe of the spectacular Xugana Lagoon, in the Okavango Delta, assuring an all year-round water wilderness experience.

Activities:

Exploring the delta by motorboat or canoe (mokoro), combined with walking on surrounding islands.

Game Viewing:

This area, with its combination of permanent water courses, massive floodplains and network of intriguing island networks is a safe haven to many animal and bird species.

Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding and for the fishermen, fishing for bream and tiger is a must.

Day 5-8:

Scenic air transfer from Xugana Island Lodge to Kasane Airport

Airport pick-up and road transfer to Chobe Game Lodge

Accommodation:

3 nights accommodation in river-facing rooms at Chobe Game Lodge, the only permanent game lodge situated within the Chobe National Park, Botswana's premier venue for guests looking for a perfect base to explore the Chobe National Park & Chobe River. 

Activities:

4 x 4 game drives in the Chobe National Park and Chobe River boat cruises at Chobe Game Lodge.

Game Viewing:

Chobe's wildlife roams in abundance and diversity and is home to the largest concentration of elephant in Africa. During the dry season, these herds, as well as large herds of buffalo, congregate along the fertile flood plains of the Chobe River. Magnificent sightings of lion, wild dog, puku, red lechwe, sable, giraffe and roan antelope are also frequent in the area.

Day 9-12:

Road transfer from Chobe Game Lodge to Taita Falcon Lodge

Accommodation:

3 nights accommodation in reed and stone chalets at Taita Falcon Lodge, just 11km from the mighty Victoria Falls, on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River, and just 20km from Livingstone. Taita Falcon Lodge is beautifully situated on the edge of the Batoka Gorge, offering a spectacular view of the raging waters 200m below.

Activities:

Guided bush and bird walks, visit to the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, cultural village tour, choice of any 2 additional activities (sunset cruise, game drive or Livingstone Tour) at Taita Falcon Lodge.

Game Viewing:

Bird life is abundant around the Lodge grounds, with resident Vereaux (Black) Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, and the Taita Falcon from which the Lodge takes its name, as well as a variety of other raptors and smaller birds.

Of course, the main attraction to this part of the world is the famous Mosi-oa-Tunya or “Smoke that Thunders”, as known by the local people, which quite aptly describes the mighty Victoria Falls.

Day 12:

Airport road drop-off from Taita Falcon Lodge to Livingstone Airport

(Photograph by Natalie Knibbs ©)

Contact:
 Africa Memories Travel cc.
 Natalie Knibbs,
 Tel: +27 -31 7632427; 
Fax: +27 -31 7631034;
 email info@botswanaholiday.co.uk;
 Cluster Box 5034, Augusta Country Estate, 
Hillcrest,
 3650, 
Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa

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