BOTSWANA -
Fly-In Safari (BFI017)
9
Days / 8 Nights - Chobe, Chobe Savanna, Savute & Okavango Safari
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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. Bird life is
abundant and diverse with in excess of 450 species recorded.
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.
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.
Many of the larger herbivores are present and include elephant, buffalo,
giraffe, hippo and antelope species as well as numerous smaller animals. The
carnivore populations are healthy and widespread including lion, leopard,
cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena, crocodile and jackal. In addition to the
animal populations, the Delta is home to a staggering variety of birds.
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Botswana
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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:
Chobe River - Eastern
Caprivi
Arrival at Maun: Upon your arrival at Maun Airport you will be met by a company representative and escorted to your private air charter
for your short flight to Kasane Airport. You will then be transferred by road
to Kasane Immigration, where you will be transferred by boat to Chobe Savanna
Lodge.
Arrival at Kasane: Upon your arrival at Kasane Airport, you will be met and
welcomed by a company representative
who will collect you for your road transfer to Kasane Immigration and assist
you onto your boat for your transfer to Chobe Savanna Lodge. Enjoy a cruise
along the famous Chobe River to Chobe Savanna Lodge.
Accommodation: Chobe Savanna Lodge
Spend 2 nights at Chobe Savanna Lodge, located in the Eastern Caprivi on the
banks of the Chobe River in Namibia, overlooking the Chobe National Park, on a
fully inclusive basis. Chobe Savanna Lodge comprises of 12 luxury-thatched
chalets, all with private decks, a combined bedroom / lounge area and en-suite
bathrooms. All rooms are air conditioned, and have complimentary mini bars.
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Boat excursions by small highly manoeuvrable motorboats, ideal for close up
encounters with large game along the rivers edge,
Fishing,
Depending on the time of year, guests are also offered the opportunity to take
canoe excursions along the river or walking excursions on the Private
Concession that makes up Savanna, and
For those interested in learning more about the local Kuomboka and Barotseland
communities that inhabit remote areas of the Chobe River, the lodge arranges
small private excursions to witness real African life.
Day 3 & Day 4:
Chobe River, Chobe National Park
After breakfast, transfer by motorboat back to Kasane, where en route you will
clear through Namibia border formalities, and be met by a Desert & Delta
Safaris representative 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.
Guests also have a choice of going to Mowana golf course or a day trip to
Victoria Falls at an extra cost.
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 5 & Day 6:
Savuti Channel - Savuti Marsh
This morning you will be transferred, by vehicle, to Kasane Airport where you
will be assisted onto your charter flight to Savute Safari Lodge. Spend 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 rooms 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 & Day 8:
Nxaragha
Island, Okavango Delta
Today you will be transferred by road to Savuti's airstrip for your charter
flight to Camp Okavango, an exhilarating journey to the heart of the Okavango
Delta. Spend 2 nights at Camp Okavango, situated on remote Nxaragha Island,
assuring a year-round water wilderness experience, on a fully inclusive basis.
Accommodation: Camp Okavango
Camp Okavango comprises of 11 East African-style safari tents individually
situated on raised teak platforms with en-suite ablution facilities 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 dining room, which leads onto an expansive open-air
patio for evenings around a blazing campfire, a cocktail bar, lounge, wildlife
reference library, a secluded bird-viewing hide, shaded hammocks, reading
benches and a delightful sun-deck and plunge pool for relaxation during the
hot midday hours.
Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Exploring the Okavango by canoe (mokoro) and motorboat;
Fly-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 9:
Departure
Terminating in Maun: After breakfast, you will be taken to Camp Okavango's
airstrip for your charter flight to Maun, for your onward arrangements.
Terminating in Kasane: After breakfast, you will be taken to Camp Okavango's
airstrip for your charter flight to Kasane 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 and Chobe Savanna 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 or Chobe Savanna 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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