Travel Idea Including Botswana

Itinerary:

A small group semi-participation Camping Safari with selected nights in chalets / permanent tented camps from Maun to Victoria Falls through South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe

Safari Highlights: Moremi National Park, Khwai River Game Drive and Night Drive, Okavango Delta experience including Mokoro excursion, Savuti National Park, Chobe National Park, River cruise on the Chobe River, tour of the Victoria Falls.

Group Size: Maximum 9 people

Type of Safari: semi-participation Botswana Camping Safari

Vehicle: 4x4 Land Cruiser

Accommodation: During 5 nights of your safari, you will be staying on designated campsites either within a National Park, on the banks of a river, or other places of interest. All campsites have shared ablution facilities with showers, flushing toilets and running water (unless otherwise specified in the detailed itinerary). Jenman African Safaris tries to avoid crowded campsites and brings you to secluded spots, often supported by the local community. We make use of spacious 3-person dome tents, allowing two per tent. In addition, we provide 5 cm thick sleeping mattresses.
5 nights of your safari will be spent in mid-range fixed accommodation.

Price: Per Person

Tour Fare 2011*

USD 2170 / EUR 1550
Single Supplement: USD 445 / EUR 315
Local payment ZAR 1000

*Tour fare to be paid in currency applicable to country of origin

Included in the price: 8 nights in fixed accommodation, all transport in fully kitted 4x4 safari vehicle, use of full equipment, game drives as mentioned, meals (prepared by the guide at the campsites) and activities as mentioned in itinerary, camping and park entrance fees, experienced local guide & driver.

Not included in the price: Flights, optional scenic flight over delta, travel insurance, flights, pre and post tour accommodation, all drinks, tips and curios, all personal expenses, airport transfers

Tailor-Made Botswana Travel: This Botswana safari runs on scheduled dates throughout the year. We can tailor-make a private safari to meet your departure date, time period, group size and budget. Contact the office for further information.

Day 1: Maun and the Khwai River
On arrival at Maun Airport we head off 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 2: 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 the Big Five. [BLD]

Day 3: Moremi Game Reserve
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. Our mode of transport will be changed to a vehicle especially equipped and designed to take us through the rough terrain that we will face in the next six days. [BLD]

Day 4: Moremi Game Reserve
This morning we'll float in Mokoros through the thick vegetation of the Okavango Delta in the Moremi Reserve discovering a variety of birds and wildlife hoping to spot elephants, waterbuck or other animals living in this water filled paradise. Unlike other Delta's in the world, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique. You have the opportunity to listen to the sounds of the wilderness whilst sitting around the campfire at night. [BLD]

Day 5: Savuti Game Reserve
We leave the Moremi Reserve behind us and enter the bordering Savuti Game Reserve, which also borders the famous Chobe National Park. The day is spent game driving through the park. Savuti is often described as the best wildlife-viewing area in all of Africa. It boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife, where all of the major species can be seen: giraffe, elephant, zebra, impala, roan, sable, wildebeest, kudu, buffalo, waterbuck, warthog, eland and more. The bird life is diverse and photograph opportunities abound. Savuti is known for its many predators also, including lion, spotted hyaena, jackal, bat-eared fox, wild dog and even cheetah. [BLD]

Day 6 & 7: Chobe National Park
These two days are spent exploring the Chobe National Park with its abundance of wildlife. One of the most famous game reserves in the world, Chobe National Park is home to large animal populations and over 450 bird species. [BLD]

Day 8: Chobe National Park and Kasane
After breakfast and a last game drive we exit the Chobe National Park and make our way to Kasane and Toro Safari Lodge, where we will meet our driver and the vehicle, that we started the tour with. 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. [BLD]

Day 9: Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls
A mid morning departure takes you from Chobe to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. You have the afternoon to relax or to partake in one of the many optional activities on offer at Lokuthula Lodges (own expense). [BL]

Day 10: Victoria Falls
After breakfast we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided walk. You have the afternoon at leisure for activities (own expense). [B]

Day 11: End of Tour
Our safari ends after Breakfast and we hope we can welcome you again one day on another of our African Adventures. [B]

Package Departures

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Visas:

At the time of booking we will advise you of any visas or other documentation that will be required prior to your arrival.

Costs relating to the issue of visas or related documentation are the responsibility of the traveler.

As visa requirements change it is your responsibility to ensure that the correct documentation and visas are obtained before traveling. Failure to do so may result in your not being able to join the trip.

 

Travel Insurance:

It is a condition of booking that all clients have comprehensive travel insurance. AI can offer Travel Insurance for your trip. Please request a quote when booking.

Disclaimer:

Prices based on per person, twin/double share, unless otherwise noted, and pre-set group minimum numbers. Prices & itineraries are correct at the time of printing. Itineraries & prices may change due to currency fluctuations, local conditions or events outside the control of A.I and her local operators. Please see our booking terms & conditions for full details.