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8 DAY CHOBE & OKAVANGO DELTA VICTORIA
FALLS to VICTORIA FALLS - This trip starts in Victoria Falls
and travels through Botswana, Namibia finishing back in Victoria
Falls, Zimbabwe.
Please note that this trip starts in Victoria Falls on a
Sunday, early morning. Should you wish to spend extra time
there an earlier arrival should be planned and additional
accommodation booked through the African Budget Safaris office.
Pre Departure Meeting: Held at departure
point at 5:00pm the day before your departure.
Departure Point: Victoria Falls Restcamp
and Lodge, Parkway Rd.
Check In Time: 9:00 am
TOUR COST: R4690 + Local Payment: US$280
Itinerary:
DAY 01: Victoria Falls
The Victoria Falls constitutes one of the most spectacular
natural wonders of the world. 1700 metres wide and around
100 metres high, this is the world's largest sheet of falling
water and a memorable sight of any African Safari. All year
round, flights can be taken in a fixed wing aircraft, micro
lights, ultra lights or helicopters. On the ground, the fall
can be seen from the Victoria Falls National Park with its
many viewing points, or from the Zambian side. Each offers
fantastic photographic opportunities.
White water rafting on the Zambezi is considered to be world
class. Besides the excitement of the Grade 5 rapids, there
are the "floats" where there is time to admire the
scenic cliffs and the occasional wildlife on the riverbanks.
Bungi jumping enthusiasts can take the plunge from the Zambezi
Bridge, which connects Zimbabwe and Zambia. There is also
the option abseil in the Batoka Gorge, neither activities
are for the feint hearted!
Today is spent at your leisure giving you time to enjoy the
many activities available (B)
DAY 02: Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park
This morning we depart Victoria Falls after breakfast and
cross the border of Zimbabwe into Botswana. We set up camp
for the night. The rest of the day is spent exploring the
area and relaxing on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is
one of Botswana’s premier game parks, renowned for the
large herds of elephant around the Chobe River. (B,L,D)
DAY 03: Chobe National Park
An early morning start sees prepare for our morning game drive
in the Chobe National Park. Chobe is one of Botswana’s
premier game parks, renowned for the large herds of elephant
around the Chobe River. Later this afternoon there is an option
to partake in a boat dries along the Chobe River. (B,L,D)
DAY 04: Chobe National Park to Maun
Today we travel in a south-westerly direction to Maun, our
base camp before we start our Excursion into the Okavango
Delta. Today is a long day’s drive with lunch on the
roadside. (B,L,D)
DAY 05: Okavango Delta
The Delta is a huge expanse of water, which has travelled
from the Angolan highlands, spreading out 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 travel approximately 1-2 hours north to the Mokoro polers
station. From there we hire mokoros, the local dug out canoes,
which are poled by local guides through the winding waterways.
Your guides will select a place to set up camp. An afternoon
game walk will allow you to experience the Delta wilderness.
(B,L,D)
DAY 06: Okavango Delta
A day of rest, relaxation and Delta experiences await. Today
you will have the opportunity to partake in a number of activities
including game walks, mokoro cruises, swimming and even a
chance to try your hand at poling your own mokoro! (B,L,D)
DAY 07: Okavango Delta to Maun
There is a final opportunity for a morning game walk before
packing up camp and setting off back to Maun. After arriving
back in the early afternoon you have the opportunity to complete
your picture of the Okavango Delta by taking an optional sunset
scenic flight over the Delta region. (B,L,D)
DAY 08: Maun to Vic Falls
A long drive today will see retrace our steps and cross the
Makgadikgadi Pans to Nata and on back north to Victoria Falls.
(B)
Onward flights to be booked for the following day as you arrive
late afternoon in Vic Falls.
Optional Excursion:
Victoria Falls National Park US$20
Please note: On day 8 the transfer from Maun to Victoria
Falls will be done in a separate transfer vehicle from the
safari vehicle. This itinerary should be used as a guide only
and may vary from day to day depending on road conditions,
weather, political situations, and group decisions. Due to
new tourism laws in some of the countries we operate in there
may be a truck and crew change during the trip. All prices
& Local Payments are subject to change with prior notice.
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