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09 days: Botswana to Victoria Falls (budget camping safari)

Giraffes9 day Botswana and Victoria Falls budget camping tour. Some of the best safari game viewing in Africa - Okavango Delta and Chobe in open 4x4 vehicles. Finishing off with 2 nights at Victoria Falls.

This Botswana Untouched Mobile Safari includes; Moremi Game Reserve, Savuti Game Reserve, the Chobe National Park and more Botswana highlights.

A small group semi-participation Camping Safari from Maun (Botswana) to Victoria Falls (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, Victoria Falls

Group Size: Maximum 12 people
Type of Safari: semi-participation Botswana Camping Safari
Vehicle: 4x4 Land Cruiser
Accommodation: We make use of designated campsites either within a National Park, on the banks of a river, or other places of interest. All campsites have shared ablution facilities with showers, flushing toilets and running water (unless otherwise specified in the detailed itinerary). Jenman African Safaris tries to avoid crowded campsites and brings you to secluded spots, often supported by the local community.  We make use of spacious 3-person dome tents, allowing two per tent. All tents are fitted with Mosquito-screened windows and doors. In addition, we provide 5cm thick sleeping mattresses.

2012 Price: Per Person
USD 1675 / EUR 1195
Single Supplement: USD 145 / EUR 105
Loyal Payment: ZAR 1500

From EUR 350 / USD 490 you can upgrade this safari and enjoy more nights accommodated!

This Botswana safari runs on scheduled dates throughout the year. We can tailor-make a private safari to meet your departure date, time period, group size and budget.

Email us now for more information on this 9 day Botswana to Victoria Falls (budget camping safari) or for your own customised Africa safari tour.

fmtabotswanaA wildlife experience in the premier national parks and game reserves of Botswana and two nights at the mighty Victoria Falls, Zambia.

Some of the best game viewing in Africa! Safari through the wilderness areas of Botswana on open 4WD safari vehicles and watch elephants from a boat as they drink from the Chobe River. Culminating in the wonderful views of Victoria Falls!

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 ere 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). [D]

Accommodation: Thamalakane River Lodge Camping or similar (tents, camping with basic facilities)

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 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. [BLD]

Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (tents, shower tents with hot water, 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. [BLD]

Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (tents, shower tents with hot water, 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.  [BLD]

Accommodation: Khwai Bedouin Camp or similar (tents, shower tents with hot water, 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 calls this area home.  

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. Along with many species of big game, Chobe National Park boasts the largest concentration of elephant in Africa, hippo, water birds, buffalo, crocodile and puku are also viewed from the river. [BL, BD]

Accommodation: Camping at Kwalape or similar (tents, communal ablutions with hot water, 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 (own expense) on offer at Lokuthula Lodges. [BL]

Accommodation: Lokuthula Lodges (Chalets with shared bathrooms, bar and swimming pool)

Day 8: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe   
victoriafallsAfter breakfast we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided walk.  You have the afternoon at leisure for activities (own expense). [B]

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. [B]

Included in the price:
Transport on days 7-9 in a Quantam or similar, transportation for the remainder of the safari in an open, fully kitted 4x4 safari vehicle, use of full camping equipment, game drives as mentioned, meals (prepared by the guide) and activities as mentioned in itinerary, park entrance fees, experienced local guide.6 nights camping and 2 nights in fixed accommodation

Not included in the price:
Travel insurance, flights, pre and post tour accommodation, optional activities, all drinks, telephone calls, gratuities, curios and all personal expenses.

To book this 9 day Botswana to Victoria Falls (budget camping safari), email us now.
 
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