BOTSWANA -
Fly-In Safari (BFI003)
3
Days / 2 Nights - Chobe Game Lodge Safari
Routing Highlights:
CHOBE NATIONAL PARK - Located in the northern Kalahari region;
the Chobe National Park was named after the Chobe River which runs along
Botswana's northern border. The National Park covers about 11,700km² and
consists mainly of dense thorny bush emerging from deep alluvial soils; this
park is world renowned for the magnificent array of wildlife contained within
its borders.
THE CHOBE RIVERFRONT - The Chobe Riverfront forms part of the
Chobe National Park and is located on the northern border of Botswana, this
pristine wilderness, ranges from the verdant flood grassland and thickets
beside the Chobe River, to forest, Mopane woodland and scrub.
Along the riverfront the wildlife roams in profusion and diversity. The
elephant population, estimated to number in excess 30,000, is the largest
single concentration in Africa surviving within the confines of a proclaimed
National Park.
During the harsh season, the herds migrate south to north and congregate along
the perennial Chobe Rivers fertile flood plains.
Other major species such as lion, square-lipped rhino, wild dog, sable and
roan antelope are encountered in many areas of the reserve. Out on the open
plains of Savuti and Mababe wildebeest, zebra and buffalo concentrate in
massive endless herds.
The red lechwe and Puku antelope co-exist on the floodplain and marshland and
indeed Chobe is the southern limit of range of both these unique species.
Within the riverine thickets, the nocturnal leopard and rare Chobe bushbuck
are often observed and the bird life is abundant and diverse with in excess of
450 species recorded.
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Tour Information:
Departure Date: Any date of your choice
Departure Location:
Kasane or Victoria Falls
Tour Ends:
Kasane or Victoria Falls
Transport:
Light fixed wing aircraft
Please contact us for advice & information on how to reach Maun or
Kasane to
begin this safari and how to continue…
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ITINERARY:
Day 1 & Day 2:
Chobe River, Chobe National
Park
On arrival at the Kasane or Victoria Falls you will be met and welcomed by a company
representative, who will collect you for your road transfer to Chobe Game
Lodge.
Spend 2 nights at Chobe Game Lodge in the Chobe National Park, overlooking the
Chobe River, on a fully inclusive basis.
Accommodation: Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe Game Lodge comprises of 46 rooms and 4 suites, each room is river facing
with own private terrace. Each room is air-conditioned with overhead fans, has
tea and coffee making facilities, as well as a complimentary mini bar and
recently renovated en-suite bathrooms.
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Drives by open 4x4 safari vehicle,
Game viewing by motorboat, or
Sunset cruises on the Chobe River in the 'Mosi oa Tunya' a 32-passenger
riverboat originally from Victoria Falls.
Weather permitting, stargazing at night.
Organized walks in Lesoma Valley and Kasuma Pan. (Valid between April and
October)
Meals are served on the covered terrace and there are two bars, one of which
has a champion-size billiard table. In addition, there is a lounge, a
well-equipped curio shop and a swimming pool.
Day 3:
Departure - Kasane or Victoria Falls
This morning you will be transferred by vehicle to Kasane or Victoria Falls
Airport, for your onward arrangements.
Included:
• Accommodation, scheduled activities & laundry services (on request).
• All meals, refreshments, local spirits & wines.
• Complimentary mini bar at Chobe Game Lodge.
• Emergency medical evacuation insurance,
• National park fees and all government levies & taxes.
• Airport transfers to / from scheduled / charter flights, arriving /
departing Kasane Airport for Chobe Game Lodge.
Our
safaris are merely suggested itineraries and therefore can be
tailor-made
to suit your specific needs:
- Routes can be amended
according to your preference
- Accommodation can be
changed to suit your style and budget
- Accommodation meal
basis can be booked according
to your requirements
- Extra nights can be added
depending on your arrival and departure flight times and the
pace that you want to travel
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