Botswana
Chobe (Botswana) & Victoria Falls
A’Zambezi River Lodge
Given a complete "overhaul" and re-opened in May 2011, this iconic property has been given new life! Still the only lodge on the banks of The Zambezi River in Victoria Falls, A'Zambezi River Lodge is looking stunning with new and stylish rooms and bathrooms. A’ Zambezi is located some 5kms from the Falls. The hotel comprises 83 rooms, each with en-suite bathroom and balcony. The accommodation is set in five 2-storey buildings constructed in a semi circle overlooking the gardens, swimming pool and the Zambezi River beyond. Each of the rooms is individually air-conditioned, and all are equipped with satellite wall mounted TV, Tea and Coffee making facilities, telephone and safety deposit box. A complimentary bus service operates between the hotel and the centre of town every hour throughout the day.
Chobe National Park
Located some 90 kilometers from the Victoria Falls, the park covers 11700 square kilometers of pristine wilderness. Vast endless landscapes, open plains, baobabs and ancient woodland dominate the panorama. The wildlife roams in profusion and diversity. The elephant population, estimated to number in excess of 35000, is the largest single concentration in Africa surviving within the confines of a proclaimed National Park. Other major species such as lion, square lipped rhino, wild dog, sable and roan antelope are encountered in many areas of the reserve.
Chobe Game Lodge
Set on the banks of the Chobe River, this is the only lodge located within the confines of the National Park. Each of the 46 Moorish styled, en-suite rooms, is river facing with their own private terrace/balcony. All are fully air conditioned and come complete with complimentary stocked mini-bar. For the ultimate in luxury, the Lodge has 4 river view suites, each with their own private plunge pool and sundeck. A separate lounge area is another feature. Game viewing is conducted by 4x4 vehicle in the National Park, and by boat on the Chobe River.
Savute Elephant Camp
Savute
In the heart of the Chobe National Park lies a dynamic wilderness and eco- system called Savute, an arid environment created over hundreds of years by a mysterious change in the environment that is still evolving today.
Dry season game viewing concentrates Savute’s resident bull elephant, antelope and lion prides around half empty pans and permanent waterholes. Black-backed jackal, bat-eared foxes, tsessebe, kudu, impala and ostrich abound. The summer rains bring a feast for lion, hyena and cheetah as thousands of migrating zebra assemble in a chaotic pattern on the marsh. Cape buffalo herds arrive in number and migrant birds swell Savute’s resident 300 species, thrilling birdwatchers with their antics
Savute Elephant Camp comprises 12 En-suite luxury tents with thatched roofs set on raised wooden decks over looking the Savute Channel. Each tent is equipped with individual gas geysers; fully stocked mini bar; a private viewing deck with hammock and easy chairs; electric overhead fan and lighting; electric heaters. All the tents, public areas and swimming pool overlook the adjacent water hole so it is not uncommon to see a wide variety of birds and animals from the privacy of your own tent. Accommodation is air-conditioned.
Botswana Untouched Mobile Safari - 9 Days Accommodated
A small group semi-participation Camping Safari with selected nights in chalets / permanent tented camps from Maun to Victoria Falls through South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe
Safari Highlights:
Moremi National Park, Khwai River Game Drive and Night Drive, Okavango Delta experience including Mokoro excursion, Chobe National Park game drive, River cruise on the Chobe River, tour of the Victoria Falls.
Group Size: Maximum 12 people
Type of Safari: semi-participation Botswana Camping Safari
Vehicle: 4x4 Land Cruiser
Accommodation:
For our Accommodated Camping Safaris, we make use of mid-range typical African standard lodge accommodation. Accommodation is situated either in National Parks, on the banks of a river, or in other place of interest. The accommodation will be a mix of lodges, chalets and tented camps. Most of them have a private bathroom with a shower and toilet, others have shared ablutions available. Some properties are equipped with swimming pools and/or bar areas.
Day 1: Maun, Botswana
On arrival in Maun please make your way to Thamalakane River Lodge where you will meet your guide and the rest of the group. Maun is the gateway to the Okavango Delta and here you have the opportunity to stock up on supplies, relax at the pool of our lodge or take a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta (optional and for own expense
Accommodation: Thamalakane River Lodge or similar (Chalets with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar)
Day 2: Maun to Khwai River, Botswana
After breakfast we leave Maun and reach the Mokoro station after a short drive. From here, we will float in Mokoros through the thick vegetation of the Okavango Delta discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. Unlike other deltas in the world, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without ever reaching the coast, which makes it unique. Afterwards, we make our way to a private concession in the Khwai River area to our camp. This evening we go on a night game drive in the concession. This area lies between Moremi and Chobe and we will have the opportunity to spot a variety of nocturnal animals.
Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (semi-permanent Tented Camp with en-suite bathrooms, bar & restaurant area)
Day 3: Khwai River, Botswana
Today we spend game driving in the Khwai area. In our open 4x4 vehicle we will explore the Khwai River region on a morning and afternoon game drive hopefully spotting a variety of game that frequent this region.
Khwai is renowned for its large concentrations of mammals and it is not unusual to see many different types of wildlife during just one game drive. As a year round destination for wildlife, predators can regularly be seen in the area, rated as one of the most prolific in Botswana for viewing wildlife. The exceptional location of Khwai makes it a regular host to Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Birdlife can also be viewed in abundance with exceptional sightings of wildfowl and raptors.
Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (semi-permanent Tented Camp with en-suite bathrooms, bar & restaurant area)
Day 4: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
After having explored the Khwai area we now head into the famous Moremi game reserve known as one of the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with an unprecedented concentration of wildlife. The full day is spent in the unspoiled nature of the Moremi Game Reserve.
Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (semi-permanent Tented Camp with en-suite bathrooms, bar & restaurant area)
Days 5 & 6: Khwai River to Chobe National Park, Botswana
We have to get up early, as there is another exciting day ahead of us! We leave the camp in Khwai River and transit through the national parks of Moremi, Savuti and Chobe to Kasane. Keep an eye out for the wildlife that call this area home. We reach Chobe Safari Lodge late in the afternoon. The next day is spent with a morning game drive in search of Africa’s Big Five! We enjoy the afternoon on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Here we can watch elephants, hippos, lions, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to reach for our binoculars – You’ll be close enough for close-up photographs.
Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge or similar (Rooms with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool & bar)
Day 7: Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
A mid morning departure takes you from Chobe to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. You have the afternoon to relax or to partake in one of the many optional activities on offer at Lokuthula Lodges (own expense).
Accommodation: Lokuthula Lodges or similar (Chalets with shared bathrooms, bar and swimming pool)
Day 8: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
After breakfast we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided walk. You have the afternoon at leisure for activities (own expense).
Accommodation: Lokuthula Lodges (Chalets with shared bathrooms, bar and swimming pool)
Day 9: End of Tour
Our safari ends after breakfast when we have arranged a transfer to the airport for your onward flight for you. We hope we can welcome you again one day on another of our African Adventures.
