BOTSWANA -
Fly-In Safari (BFI013)
7
Days / 6 Nights -
Xugana Island, Moremi & Savute Safari
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Routing Highlights:
OKAVANGO DELTA - Probably the best known area of Botswana is
the Okavango Delta. This area is one of the world's largest inland water
systems, a unique oasis of life in the centre of the Kalahari Desert. It
stretches over 15,000km² and supports a staggering variety of animal, plant
and bird life.
XAKANAXA LAGOON - In the heart of Moremi, at the tip of the
Mopane Tongue, lies Xakanaxa Lagoon. As with the word Xaxaba, "Xakanaxa"
is river bushman meaning for "Place of Big Water." Here the Mopane
forests meet a patchwork of deep waterways and shallow flooded areas. It's
unforgettably beautiful and packed with game.
MOREMI GAME RESERVE - Moremi is lush and varied – a patchwork
of lagoons, shallow flooded pans, plains and forests. It is one of Africa’s
finest areas for wildlife, with particularly high game densities. The animals
found here are numerous, relaxed and often allow vehicles to approach closely.
SAVUTI MARSH - Savuti is one of Africa’s most famous big game
areas. The dry marsh has formed immense, open grassland dotted with the
skeletons of drowned trees. Large herds of game route through Savuti on annual
migrations between Botswana's parched interior and the rivers of the north and
west. The remarkably nutritious grasses of the area attract large herds of
zebra, impala, wildebeest, giraffe, tsessebe, buffalo and elephant. Leopard
are always plentiful around the granite kopjes and retain permanent
territories here, so do the packs of spotted hyena and large prides of lion
and an abundance of old bull elephants that are forever about. Much activity
concentrates around the three waterholes at Savuti.
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Tour Information:
Departure Date: Any date of your choice
Departure Location:
Maun or Kasane
Tour Ends:
Maun or Kasane
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:
Xugana Island Lodge, Xugana Lagoon
On arrival at the Maun or Kasane you will be met by a company
representative and escorted to your private air charter for your short flight
to
Xugana Island Lodge.
Accommodation: Xugana Island Lodge
Spend 2 nights at Xugana Island Lodge, situated in the Xugana Lagoon, part of
Xugana private concession, which is widely accepted as being the most
spectacular permanent water site in the entire Okavango Delta, on a fully
inclusive basis.
Xugana Island Lodge comprises of 8 large raised reed and thatch chalets
situated on the shaded fringe of the Island, each with a lagoon view through
the lagoon-side vegetation. The recently refurbished chalets have twin beds,
en-suite facilities, with walk in showers, overhead fans and a private deck.
Other facilities include an open Boma and al fresco dining area facing out
over the expanse of pristine water that makes up the permanent Delta. The
lounge, bar and dining areas are set back under the fig and Leadwood tree
canopy in open sided thatched areas. The swimming pool, located amongst the
mature gardens located in the centre of the island is a perfect place to
relax.
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Exploring the Okavango by canoe (mokoro) and motorboat;
Fishing opportunities; and
Guided nature walks on the various islands afford an opportunity to track some
of the larger species that inhabit this water wilderness.
Day 3 & Day 4:
Camp Moremi, Moremi Game Reserve
Today you transfer by boat to Camp Moremi.
Accommodation: Camp Moremi
Spend 2 nights at Camp Moremi, situated on the beautiful Xakanaxa Lagoon on
the eastern side of the Okavango Delta, within the Moremi Game Reserve, on a
fully inclusive basis. Camp Moremi comprises of 11 East African-style safari
tents, individually situated on raised teak platforms with a private bathroom
situated adjacent to the tent, located on the raised platform and private sun
decks.
Each tent is exquisitely furnished with an African teak wardrobe, luggage
rack, dressing table, bedside pedestals and traditional director's chairs, his
and hers towel robes as well as tea and coffee making facilities are also
provided to make guests' stay as comfortable as possible. Other facilities
include a raised deck swimming pool, covered Boma and elevated observation
platform and dining area with cocktail bar.
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Moremi Game Reserve,
Explore the Xakanaxa Lagoon and surrounding Okavango channels by motorboat,
which affords excellent bird watching opportunities.
Day 5 & Day 6:
Savute Safari Lodge, Savute Channel
Today you will be transferred to Camp Moremi airstrip for you charter flight
to Savute Safari Lodge. Enjoy 2 nights at Savute Safari Lodge, situated on the
banks of the now dry Savute channel, part of the dynamic Savute eco system
renowned for its large concentration of Elephant and large Lion prides, on a
fully inclusive basis.
Accommodation: Savute Safari Lodge
Savute Safari Lodge comprises of 12 twin-bedded luxury wood, thatch and glass
safari suites, ideal for the hot and dry conditions. Double volume suites with
their spacious interior and large, glass sliding doors sets the lodge apart
from typical safari accommodation. Large private viewing decks and en-suite
facilities, with walk in showers combine to make Savute Safari Lodge an
unforgettable experience.
Other facilities include a lounge, library and cocktail bar, which is situated
in the exquisite thatch and timber main building, while in front there is a
viewing deck ideal for watching game at the water hole. The lodge houses the
dining room in a separate building, which can double up as a conference room
sitting up to twenty delegates. The lodge also has a swimming pool on a raised
wooden teak deck overlooking the channel, affording guests to watch game while
swimming!
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Savute area, including the
Savute Marsh; and
Visit to the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills.
Day 7:
Departure
Terminating in Maun: After breakfast, you will be transferred to Savute Safari
Lodge's airstrip for your charter flight to Maun, for your onward
arrangements.
Terminating in Kasane: After breakfast, you will transferred to Savute Safari
Lodge's airstrip for your charter flight to Kasane Airport.
Included:
• Accommodation, scheduled activities & laundry services (on request)
• All meals, refreshments, local spirits & wines
• Emergency medical evacuation insurance
• National park fees and all government levies & taxes
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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