African Horizons offers wildlife safaris and adventure travel to East and Southern Africa. Safari destinations include South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and the Seychelles. Wildlife viewing includes lions, leopards, hippos, buffalos, zebras, giraffes and cheetahs.

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Botswana Explorer
MAUN - OKAVANGO DELTA - MOREMI - CHOBE - VICTORIA FALLS
10 Days
* Mobile Camping (serviced)



Days 1 & 2: Maun - Okavango Delta
Upon arrival at Maun Airport on Day 1, you are met by our representative and assisted onto your light aircraft transfer to Nxabega airstrip in the heart of the Okavango. This pristine landscape is an enigma, a contradiction of origination and survival. Comprising of 16 000 square kilometers of crystal clear channels, myriad of islands and serene lagoons, fed by the mighty Okavango River - the entire system survives atop the sands of the vast Kalahari Desert, Enjoy game drives and mokoro (canoe) rides. The Okavango is famous for its birdwatching and its fish, which includes the Fighting Tigerfish, Pike and Bream species. Overnights at the campsite in a private concession area with a complement of staff to cater to you. Your stay is on full board basis.

Days 3 & 4: Moremi Wildlife Reserve
After breakfast on Day 3, You will be transferred by light aircraft to Khwai – North Gate region of Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Set-aside in 1963 by the Batawana tribe, the Reserve is rated as Africa's most beautiful wildlife sanctuary. Your days are spent on extensive game viewing drives. Camping out in Moremi Wildlife Reserve.Overnights at the campsite in a private concession area with a complement of staff to cater to you. Full board basis.

Days 5 - 8: Savute & Chobe National Park
On Day 5, a 5 hour drive - with possible animal sightings – takes you to Savute. The southern region of Chobe National Park allows guests to experience the pristine beauty of Botswana and its unrivalled wildlife at its best. During the rainy season, Savute, hosts the annual zebra migration, which peaks in January and February when the zebra and wildebeest congregate in vast numbers to graze on the sweeter grasses brought on by the rains. It is not uncommon to also catch sight of leopard, cheetah and African wild dog. Savute also supports the greatest concentration of the king of all beasts – the lion. Two overnights in Savute on full board basis.

On Day 7, drive up to northern Chobe and camp for two nights at Serondela on the Chobe River. This is the heart of elephant country and many hours are devoted to watching the huge herds in and around the waters of the Chobe River. Northern Chobe has beautiful scenery and magnificent sunsets, with a large variety of bird and animal life. At certain times of the year you may overnight at different areas of Chobe National Park. Two overnights in Chobe at the campsite in a private concession area with a complement of staff to cater to you. Full board basis.


Day 9: Victoria Falls
It's a short drive from Chobe to Victoria Falls, one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights. Right on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, Matetsi Lodge offers the ultimate water and wilderness safari. Game- drives in the 50 000-hectare concession are led by professional rangers and might reveal large herds of elephant and buffalo, kudu, wild dog and sable and roan antelope. Canoeing and riverboat cruises offer a scenic opportunity to view Matetsi's rich birdlife on the Zambezi riverbanks. Located just 40km from Victoria Falls, Matetsi offers access to all the adventure activities available there, including white-water rafting, bungi-jumping and scenic flights over the Falls. Accommodation is superb: very spacious suites with vast teak doors opening onto a deck with private plunge pools and magnificent views of the Zambezi River. Large bathrooms with separate w.c, bath and indoor and outdoor showers allow for leisurely soaks while admiring the bush from the picture windows. Your entrance fee to the Falls is included in the safari fare. Overnight accommodation is at Matetsi Water Lodge in twin-bedded chalets with private facilities on a full board basis including activities.

Day 10: Victoria Falls - Departure
After breakfast at Matetsi Water lodge, you will be road transferred to Victoria Falls International Airport in time to catch your flight out.

 

2009 PRICE PER PERSON SHARING :

  • Jan 01 to Feb 28 &
    Dec 01 to 31: ............. $3,620

  • March 01 to May 31 &
    Nov 01 to Nov 30: ........ $4,115

  • Jun 01 to Oct 31:......... $4,580
  • Single Supplement: $1,235


  • Single Supplement:$1,485


  • Single Supplement: $1,755
    • INCLUDES:
      Accommodation, meals as specified, scheduled road transfers as specified, scheduled excursions and sightseeing as specified, inter-reserve flights as specified, waterborne/game viewing activities as offered by the camps/lodges, park entrance fees, soft drinks, house wine, local beer, teas and coffees while camping, domestic airport tax within Botswana and Emergency medical evacuation insurance.
    • EXCLUDES:
      All airfares, visa fees, airport taxes, tips and gratuities, medical insurance and all items of a personal nature.
    • DEPARTURES:
      January: 5, 7, 17, 19, 29;
      February: 16, 18, 20, 22, 28;
      March: 2, 4, 12, 14, 16, 24, 26, 28;
      April: 5, 7, 9, 11, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29;
      May: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31;
      June: 2, 4, 6, 8, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30;
      July: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30;
      August: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31;
      September: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30;
      October: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30;
      November: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29;
      December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 27, 29.
    • NOTES:
      Departs with a minimum of 2 people & a maximum of 6
      Minimum age is 12 years, maximum age is 70
      Involves some walking and rugged conditions
      We will gladly arrange for your flights to Maun and from Victoria Falls
      Prices are quoted in US Dollars.
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