Delta & Beyond - Botswana Tours, Safari
Delta & Beyond
Experience the power of Victoria Falls, Explore the Okavango Delta's lush lagoons by mokoro, Camp on a remote island amid the delta's night music, Glide down the Chobe River as elephants take a sunset bath, Gaze over the unearthly salt expanse of the Makg
Tour Code: UOL
Depart From: Johannesburg
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Duration: 10 Days
Country:
Botswana
Departures: Two-weekly
(Sundays)
Type: Camping | Safari | |
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Tour Description
Important: This tour will be discontinued for 2011. Last departure for this tour will be Sunday 19 December 2010. Other date still available, Sunday 10 October, Sunday 7 November, Sunday 21 November, Sunday 5 December and Sunday 19 December.
Get wet and wild on this 10-day overland adventure through some of southern Africa's most gorgeous watery wilderness.
Watch endangered rhinos drinking at Khama Rhino Sanctuary's waterholes, mount a mokoro expedition through the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta, cruise the serene and beautiful Chobe River, cross the mighty Zambesi by ferry and thrill to the thunder of dramatic Victoria Falls.
This is a chance to spot Africa's most exciting animals, support local community projects and traverse some of the most remote places on Earth.
Please note This is a participation safari and recommended for healthy, active participants looking for an adventurous holiday.
Guests to erect their tents and help with cooking, washing dishes and vehicle cleanliness.
Transport: Safari vehicle, ferry, mokoro (dugout canoe), walking
Accommodation: Participatory camping (9 nights)
Budget: Allow USD $100 for meals not included.
Meals included: 9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Pre-and post departure Accommodation
Departures (and drop-off) will be from Amadwala Lodge only.
Amadwala Lodge offers Airport Shuttles as well as private transfers. Clients need to book their seats on the shuttle in advance.
Itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg
Get acquainted with the energy of this city of contrasts.
Day 2 Khama Rhino Sanctuary
This former hunting ground is now a thriving conservation area for the endangered white rhino. Visits to this sanctuary benefit both the animals and the local communities that banded together to establish it. Try to spot magnificent rhinos - and a wealth of other African creatures including wildcats, antelope, giraffes and wildebeest.
Days 3-5 Okavango Delta
Navigate a snaking network of lily-filled channels, islands and lagoons on foot and in a mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe guided by a local poler. Keep watch for hippos, elephants and other animals emerging from the Kalahari Desert. Camp in a remote part of this wetland wilderness.
Day 6 Chobe National Park
Explore this lush, forested park and perhaps glimpse its proud lions and plentiful elephants. As the sun melts into the horizon, cruise the Chobe River to see African fish eagles and maybe elephants by the banks.
Days 7-8 Livingstone/ Victoria Falls
Perhaps enjoy one last optional game drive, board a ferry into Zambia and plunge into the cavalcade of thrill-seeking activities around Livingstone. Soak-up the first sight of Victoria Falls, a smashing sheet of water so powerful its spray can be seen for miles.
Day 9 Nata
Forge through Botswana's spreading grasslands, spotting animals en route to the Makgadikgadi Pans. Filled with flamingos in the wet season, this eerie salt expanse is unforgettable at sunset.
Day 10 Johannesburg
After a scenic drive through stark South African terrain, farewell new friends back in Johannesburg.
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$300 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
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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