Description

This trip is for those of you that would like to experience in a few days the wonders if one of the most famous game parks of southern Africa, as well as the natural beauty of the wetlands known as the Okavango Delta. From one of the seven wonders of the world, Victoria Falls, to the game which abounds in Chobe through to the raw back to nature experience of camping in the Okavango Delta. Between experiencing the game trails on foot and meandering through the tranquil waterways of the Delta in traditional mokoros, you will be awed by the beauty of this pristine area.

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Highlights

DAY 1: Victoria Falls to Kasane (Botswana) (L / D)
We meet our transfer early at the Victoria Falls Rest Camp for our departure at 8:00am and head for the border to Botswana, where after border formalities; we meet up with our guide and make our way to Kasane. Kasane is a pleasant town situated on the edge of the Chobe National Park and the Chobe River. On arrival at our campsite, we have a quick briefing on our trip and a lesson on how to put up our tents have the afternoon to begin exploring the Chobe National Park from the river on a scenic boat cruise. Elephant, hippo and many bird species including the regal African Fish Eagle and Pied Kingfisher can be viewed from the boat while we watch another glorious African sunset.

DAY 2: Kasane to Makgadikgadi Pans / Nata (B / L / D)
This morning we are greeted by the sound of the resident Hippos! After breakfast, we make our way south to the Makgadikgadi Pans (weather permitting) where we get our first glimpse of the semi-arid Mopane woodland scenery. The Makgadikgadi Pans are rumoured to be the largest salt pans in the world and present a rare sight of a completely flat, white, vegetation free area, surrounded by plant life only on its edges. BUSH CAMP (No Facilities- bush toilet). Should weather conditions not allow camping on the pans, we will spend the night at nearby Nata.

DAY 3: Makgadikgadi Pans to Maun (B / L / D)
Today we travel west to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. The town has many shops, markets and modern facilities such as internet cafes. We arrive into Sitatunga Camp by lunch time where the afternoon can be spent at leisure or doing an optional scenic flight over the Okavango Delta, alternatively take a tour of the property's crocodile farm. Our campsite for the next 2 nights has a lovely swimming pool, bar area and ablution facilities.

DAY 4: Okavango Delta Excursion (Maun) (B / L / D)
After an early breakfast we depart via 4x4 vehicles into the Delta Region. The Okavango Delta is a huge expanse of water that has travelled from the Kavango River from the Angolan highlands, and fans out onto the upper Kalahari region to form the largest inland Delta in the World. Studded with exotic islands, the Delta is renowned for its incredible variety of bird life as well as many other animals unique to Southern Africa. We drive to a mokoro (local dugout canoe) station where we meet our local guides & polers who will escort us on today's excursion. We will organise you in the boats and you will then continue on by "Mokoro". Gliding along the pristine channels of the Okavango Delta the guides will stop the mokoro's along the journey to point out things of interest and to discuss animal behaviour and respect for all the inhabitants of the wilderness. After the mokoro trip, we will set out on a short walk, to become accustomed to some of the sights sounds and smells that make up the language of the African Bush. Following the water's edge gives us the chance to examine some of the tracks left by overnight visitors, as well as identifying some of the multitude of animals, birds and insects that inhabit the forests and waterways.

After a relaxing lunch in the shade of a large tree, you have the opportunity to cool off in the river or perhaps ask your guides if they can teach you how to pole their Mokoro's, but be prepared for an unexpected swim&.this is not as easy as it looks! Alternatively, have a go at learning some traditional bush skills, such as making rope form the baobab tree, or carving the seed of the palm nut into a necklace!

Once the afternoon has cooled off, your guides will then organise you back in your Mokoro's and we cruise back down the crystal clear channels of the Boro to your pick up point. After farewells to your guides and polers we transfer you back to Sitatunga Camp.

DAY 5: Maun to the Moremi Game Reserve (B / L / D)
We head off early for the Moremi Game Reserve. Moremi lies on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta and is home to many different species of Wildlife. It is here that Lion, elephant, buffalo and many other species are often sighted. Moremi covers 4870km² and was declared a protected area in 1961 when the widow of Chief Moremi the 3rd feared that the wildlife was under threat due to hunting. We game drive to our campsite within the park to seeking out some of the resident wildlife along the way. Reaching the camp in time for lunch, we set up and after a safety briefing and quick afternoon nap, we head out in search of game.

On your return to camp, there is time for a hot bush shower before we gather for our evening meal and then move to the campfire and share stories of the day's adventures. Retreating to the comfort of your tent you can fall asleep listening to the sounds of the African Bush. BUSH CAMP (No facilities - bush Toilets)

DAYS 6-7: Moremi Game Reserve to Savuti & Chobe National Park (B / L / D)
Continuing on through the wilderness, we game drive further north-east into the Savuti region. The Savuti is well known for predators and the prides of lion that make it their home. The next days follow a similar routine to yesterday with a typical safari day starting at sunrise, with Tea and Coffee and a light breakfast served around the campfire before we head out on an early morning game drive. The best time of day to enjoy game viewing is early in the morning and late afternoon as most animals are active in the cooler parts of the day. Having spent the morning exploring the wilderness, we return to our camp for lunch, before a siesta or just relax with a book and the sounds of the wilderness.

Afternoon tea is served in the cool of the afternoon before you head out into the wilderness once more. We spend the day's game driving and watching water holes as the animals gather to quench their thirst and marvel at yet another African sunset. When travelling to our next camp the journey is generally an extension of your daily game drives. A picnic lunch can be shared on the way when moving camps in this way. Tonight we enjoy the sounds of the wilderness from deep within the heart of Botswana. BUSH CAMP (No Facilities- Bush Toilets)

DAY 8: Chobe National Park to Kasane (B / L / D)
Our safari is drawing to a close and after a final breakfast in the wild, we game drive out of the Chobe National Park and return to the town of Kasane. We arrive in Kasane in time for Lunch and can enjoy a good hot shower and relax by the campsite's swimming pool with a nice cool drink!

DAY 9: Kasane to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) (B / L)
This morning starts with an early morning game drive into Chobe National Park to explore the river front area by vehicle. We return in the late morning, and once we've completed border formalities, we have a short drive to the nearby Victoria Falls. Named after the famous World Heritage site and Water Falls, the town of Victoria Falls is situated on the Zambezi River and surrounded by the Victoria Falls National Park. Our campsite is conveniently situated in the centre of town, and within walking distance of the adventure booking agents, restaurants and shops. A 20 minute walk down the main road takes you to the entry point to view the falls, which are situated between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders), was named by David Livingstone on his explorations, and is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. At 1700 m wide and around 100 m high, this is the world's largest sheet of falling water and a memorable sight on any African Safari! After our adventure activities briefing (see price guide at the end of this document for options), the afternoon is spent relaxing at the campsite's swimming pool, viewing the Victoria Falls, or exploring the many sights and delights of this town!

DAY 10: Victoria Falls - Trip Ends
After breakfast, we exchange addresses and part ways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime! We suggest booking additional days after your trip to take advantage of the optional excursions available at Victoria Falls.

Travel Types

• BackPacking Abroad
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Canoeing
• Climbing
• Cooking
• Cycling (Road/Touring)
• Eco Tours
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking (River)
• Mountaineering
• Native Culture Studies
• Nature Tours
• Overland Tours
• Paragliding
• Photography
• Rafting
• Safari
• Scuba
• Snorkeling
• Tours
• Trekking

Cost in US$:

USD 1790 + local payment of USD 450

Program Fees Include:

* Fully equipped overland safari truck with all camping and cooking equipment (tents, chairs, cutlery & crockery)

* 3 crew members on all safaris, Trip Leader, Driver and Safari Cook.

* Meals as detailed in the trip dossier

* Game park entrance fees and excursions as outlined in the trip dossier

Please ask us for the optional excursion price list so you can budget prior to your trip departing.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 28 maximum

Africa Travel Co's Mission Statement

Africa Travel Co is one of the continents leading operators for adventure overland travel and are completely African based. We operate a fleet of specially built safari vehicles, in ten eastern and southern African countries, and each year sees us introduce new and innovative itineraries. We started in 1990 and after 20 years of hard work, commitment and a professional approach, we now have operations and retail offices, backed by maintenance centers in Nairobi (Kenya), Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), while our head office and main workshop are in Cape Town (South Africa). There is no other company that has this level of support in the overland safari industry. We believe that our success and growth has been due to the fact that 90% of the people who work with us as road crew, workshop and office staff are African. These are the people of Africa showing you their Africa.

Year Founded

1990