BOTSWANA - Scheduled Guided Safari


11 Days - Fish Eagle Safari
TOUR INFORMATION:

TOUR CODE:              BST003
Safari Type:                       
Scheduled Guided Safari (
Guaranteed Departure Dates)
Style:                                  
Camping (limited participation, assisted camping)
Duration:                            
11 Days / 10 Nights
Departure Date:
                 Wednesdays (see departure dates below)
Departure Location:          Maun - Botswana
Tour Ends:                          Livingstone - Zambia

Transport:                        Specially equipped safari vehicles

Routing Highlights:

Maun – Okavango Delta - Guma Lagoon - Moremi Game Reserve - Savuti - Chobe National Park - Chobe River Front - Livingstone - Victoria Falls - Zambezi River

This adventure trail starts in Maun and ends in Victoria Falls. It explores the fascinating Okavango Delta water system and passes through some of the best wilderness areas of Botswana.

NOTE:  
 It is required that you spend a pre-night in Maun if joining a group departure, due to early departure to Moremi Game Reserve on day 1
 
This Group Safari itinerary can easily be converted into a Private Guided/Escorted Safari
Airport transfers and pre & post safari accommodation is not included but can be arranged on request; we also offer regional flight bookings.            
  

Please contact us for advice & information on how to reach the departure point of this safari and how to continue afterwards… 

                


TOUR SUMMARY:

DAY  ACCOMMODATION  REGION  DAILY ACTIVITIES & HIGHLIGHTS
Camping Guma lagoon in the western Okavango Delta Game Viewing & Birding
2 & 3 Wild Camping Mokoro Excursion, Okavango Delta Game Viewing
Birding
Walking
4 Camping Maun Game Drives
Option scenic flight over the Delta
5 & 6 & 7 Camping Moremi Game Reserve Game Drives
Birding
8 & 9 Camping Chobe River Front Chobe National Park - Savuti - Chobe River
Game Drives & Birding
10 Lodge in Livingstone Livingstone Victoria Falls - Zambezi River
Afternoon at leisure to explore Livingstone and part take in the numerous exciting activities available
11 Tour ends in Livingstone

ITINERARY:

Day 1:
Guma lagoon in the western Okavango Delta

Our meeting point is in Maun at 08h00, Bush Ways will arrange collection. From Maun we drive to the western side of the Okavango Delta, a special corner of paradise. We camp on the edge of the Okavango Delta, serenaded by the sound of hippos and bell frogs breaking the night silence. The campsite has permanent ablution facilities.
Camping (Meals:  B, L, D)

Day 2 & Day 3:
Okavango Delta, camping mokoro excursion

After transferring our equipment to motorboats, we cruise along the narrow papyrus-lined channels of the Delta. Enjoy the exquisite birdlife of the region as well as the stunning landscape of this area. Deeper in the Delta we meet our mokoro (traditional dugout canoes) and local polers and enjoy a tranquil ride to an island. We will spend 2 days camping on the island, exploring the area on foot and by mokoro.
Camp wild with bush ablutions. (Meals:  B, L, D)

Day 4:
Maun

Inspired by the beauty of the Okavango, we retrace our route to Maun. You have the option of taking an one-hour scenic game flight (on own account) across the Delta to return to Maun, providing another perspective of this unique water system.
Camping at a private camp outside Maun with permanent ablution facilities. (Meals:  B, L, D)

Day 5 & Day 6 & Day 7:
Moremi Game Reserve

The big game aspect of our tour commences today as we enter Moremi Game Reserve, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana. The park covers swamp areas as well as dry land. The next three nights are spent in this park searching for the wide variety of animals and birds in the reserve, while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region. Game drives as the sun rises, and in the late afternoon as the sun sets, are the norm, returning to camp for lunch and a siesta, usually we move campsites to explore a different area of this diverse park.
Camping will be in private designated campsites where we erect bush ablutions. (Meals:  B, L, D)

Day 8 & Day 9:
Chobe National Park - Savuti - Chobe River

Chobe National Park, with its diverse and striking landscapes, is our next destination. As we continue our search for wildlife, we will traverse the drier region of Savuti where bull elephants dot the plains. We then head northwards to the Chobe River, where our game drives will meander along the banks of the river, followed by the call of the majestic African fish eagle.
Camping will be in private designated areas with bush ablutions. (B, L, D)

Day 10 & Day 11:
Livingstone - Victoria Falls - Zambia

We cross the Zambezi River by ferry, then drive to Livingstone on the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls, where we overnight at a comfortable lodge. This afternoon there is time to visit the thunderous Victoria Falls and shop for curios. Dinner is at your own expense at the lodge.
Accommodation in a lodge in Livingstone (Meals: Day 10 – B, L & Day 11 B only)

The tour officially ends at 10:00 on Day 11.

Post tour accommodation, activities and transfers to Livingstone, Victoria Falls or Kasane airports can be arranged at additional cost.
Livingstone is the hot-spot of activity and tourism, offering an array of Adventure options. Here are some activities from adrenalin-packed adventure, the astonishing Zambezi sunsets, to the unparallel beauty of the real Africa..., Game Drive, Cultural History Tours, White Water Rafting, White Water Rafting, BUNGI Jumping, River Boarding/Boogie Boarding, Kayaking, Jet Boating, Abseiling/Gorge Swing, Canoeing, Zambezi River Cruises, Micro-lighting, "Flight of Angels", Walking Safaris, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Mobile Photographic Safaris


Price includes:
All accommodation (spacious bow tents with mattresses), chalets at a lodge in Livingstone, all transfers and activities as per the itinerary, all meals that are indicated (B – breakfast, L –lunch, D – dinner) and tea/coffees, services of a Professional Guide and Camp Assistant, all Botswana park entries for activities included on itinerary, transport in specialised safari vehicles.

Does not include:
Restaurant meals (Zambian Vic Falls), Visas (with the exception of the Zambian visa waiver, subject to government regulations), airport transfers, tips, curios, optional excursions (scenic delta flight and activities in Victoria Falls), beverages (alcohol, soft drinks and bottled mineral water), insurance to cover for cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage, emergency evacuation, sleeping Bag (and small pillow) on all camping sectors.

2007 DEPARTURE DATES:  (2007 Prices apply)

August Sept Oct Nov Dec
08* 05* 03* 14 26
22* 19* 17*    
    31    

2008 DEPARTURE DATES:  (2008 Prices apply)

Jan Feb March April May June July August Sept Oct Nov Dec
16 06 19 02 07 11 09* 06* 03* 01* 12 24
  27   16 21 25 23* 20* 17* 15*    
                  29    

(*) - High Season

GENERAL NOTES:

PASSPORTS
must be carried with you at all times whilst on safari and in the vehicle. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your safari finishes/you leaving the country. We cannot accept any responsibility should you not comply.

VISA REQUIREMENTS – Visas are your own responsibility; persons arriving without the relevant visa for their safari will not be refunded in this scenario.

PERSONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE is not included but is compulsory when travelling on any safari. Travel insurance is for your own protection and we consider it to be an essential part of modern international travel. Please consult your travel agent prior to leaving home or contact us. 


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