Okavango & Beyond - Botswana Tours, Fly in
Okavango & Beyond
Feel the spray of the mighty Victoria Falls, Experience untouched wilderness in the Okavango Delta, Spot wildlife in the Chobe National Park, Visit the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, glide along on a Chobe river cruise, Enjoy a close encounter with an endangered
Tour Code: USB
Depart From: Livingstone
| Ending at: Johannesburg
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Duration: 8 Days
Country:
Botswana
Departures: Weekly
(on Fridays)
Type: Safari | Fly in's | |
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Tour Description
Soak up the sights and sounds of peaceful waterholes, meandering creeks and mighty rivers on this refreshing adventure through southern Africa.
Some of the continent's most iconic animals also call these lands home, including elephants, rhinos, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, ostriches and more. Explore the remote waterways of Botswana's extraordinary Okavango Delta, be awed by the thunder of Victoria Falls, and cruise the Chobe River at sunset as wildlife come out to play.
You'll leave with memories that will remain fresh forever.
Notes
Group Size:
Minimum 4, maximum 12
Meals included:
All meals while on delta excursion
Transport:
Minibus, boat, mokoro (dugout canoe), walking
Accommodation:
Twin-share accommodation (6 nights), and participatory camping (1 night)
Budget:
Allow USD $80 for meals not included
Post departure Accommodation
Drop off will be at Amadwala Lodge only.
Amadwala Lodge offers Airport Shuttles as well as private transfers. Clients need to book their seats on the shuttle in advance.
Return times are not guaranteed due to any unforeseen delays. Due to this we recommended that you book your onward travel arrangement for the day after. Estimated drop off time is 19:00 – 19:30.
Itinerary
Days 1-2: Victoria Falls/ Livingstone
This trip commences at 13:00 on day 1 after which we will visit Victoria Falls. Get soaked by the powerful sheet of spray rising from the spectacular Victoria Falls.
Your time is spent at leisure, partaking in the many optional activities available in the adrenalin “Capital of Africa”. Activities include rafting the wild Zambezi, canoeing, microlighting, gorge swinging, jet boating, elephant riding and more! The brave can do one of the highest bungy jumps in the world or for the more adventurous, a rhino walk in the National Park. You can also visit the markets, which are filled with great craft souvenirs. T
Day 3: Chobe National Park
This morning is spent at your leisure exploring the town of Livingstone, before departing for Botswana.
Embark on an afternoon fish eagle cruise along the Chobe River, then watch the sun melt into the horizon over the grassy plains. There's plenty of time in the Chobe National Park to spot the magnificent elephants this reserve is renowned for.
Days 4-6: Okavango Delta
We venture into the wilderness of the Delta, greeted by the local guides in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes). We explore the pristine waters of the Delta. Enjoy a traditional mokoro canoe tour of this intricate floodplain and spot some of the birdlife that calls this watery expanse home. Camp in the heart of this unique network of lily-pad filled waterways.
Day 7: Khama Rhino Sanctuary
Seek out these beautiful horned animals around the park's waterholes and maybe spy on giraffes and ostriches as well.
Day 8: Johannesburg
Departing early, we cross the border and arrive back in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.
What To Bring
For comfort reasons luggage is limited on each trip to 1 backpack, 1 small daypack, sleeping bag and camera per person . Soft Bags only may be used (i.e.: no suitcases)
We provide you with your tent, sleeping mat and cooking equipment and suggest the following to be brought:
- Binoculars
- Torch & Batteries
- Sun Screen & Hat
- Insect Repellent
- Small Personal First Aid Kit
- Towel
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Rain Coat (if travelling in rainy season)
- Anti malaria Medication
- Camera and films
- Roll of Toilet Paper
- Warm jacket for evenings
- Sleeping Bag
- Swimming Gear
Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended for the safari.
Cost
Please note over and above the tour price a local payment of US$550 per person has to be paid in cash on departure.
Optional Activities
These rates are in USD and can change at any time without notice. Please use as a guideline only.
Activities Victoria Falls: White water rafting $135 Canoeing $95 Bungy $90 Tandem kayaking $150 Jet boat ride $90 Rhino walk $80 Elephant ride $100 Helicopter flip $95 River board combo $125
Activities in Botswana: Chobe game drive $45; Pan excursion $20
Health
All countries visited on this tour recommend vaccination for Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Meningitis and Typhoid. Yellow Fever vaccinations are only compulsory if you have travelled to an endemic area.
Botswana and Zambia, are malaria zones. Please ensure you are taking adequate precautions such as anti-malaria medication.
Tour Include
All ground transportation, services of experienced qualified driver / guide, all highlights, meals as per the itinerary, entrance fees & accommodation per itinerary.
Tour Exclude
All visa costs are the clients responsibility, travel insurance, flights, departure taxes, sleeping bags, items of a personal nature, drinks, optional activities.
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