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This exciting itinerary offers the unforgettable sights of
Victoria Falls and Lake Kariba. Explore the waterways of the
Okavango Delta and the untamed wilderness of  Chobe
National Park, where great herds gather. Discover the Makgadigadi
Pans in the Kalahari Desert and uncover the colonial history
of Zimbabwe in Matobo National Park. This is one tour which
is definitely too good to miss.
Vic Falls to Vic Falls - 10 Days
COUNTRIES VISITED: Zimbabwe, Botswana
ITINERARY:
DAY 1: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Leaving the town of Vic Falls we head west, crossing the border
from Zimbabwe into Botswana. We enter Chobe National Park,
which is one of the richest wildlife areas in Botswana and
renowned for its great herds of elephant. An afternoon game
drive in open safari vehicles provides us with memorable sightings
of some of Africa’s most well known animals before enjoying
a magnificent sunset over the Chobe River.
DAY 2: MAKGADIGADI PANS
Our trip today takes us to the edge of the Makgadigadi Pans.
The Pans are all that remain of a large inland sea, which
once covered Botswana. The open space is astounding and the
wildlife is plentiful. We look out for herds of gemsbok and
springbok, grazing in the grasslands. *There is an option
to drive further into the Makgadigadi Pans.
DAYS 3 – 4: MAUN/OKAVANGO DELTA
Maun is the chief city of the Tawana people. It is also our
gateway to the Okavango Delta, a fan-shaped oasis with a maze
of channels, lagoons and islands, which changes dramatically
with the seasons. There is the option* to fly by small aircraft
for a birds eye view of this large and complex eco-system
which attracts an abundance of animal and bird life.
Following sandy tracks, our transfer in 4x4 vehicles takes
us through rural villages, to the edge of the Delta. We continue
in mokoros (2 seater canoes, steered by a skilled poler),
which allows us the unforgettable experience of travelling
through the waterways of the Delta, where we hope for sightings
of giraffe, elephant, hippo and antelope. We return to Maun
in the afternoon.
DAY 5: NATA
Today’s drive brings us back along the edge of the Makgadigadi
and Nxai Pans to our tented camp situated in the shade of
palm trees and located close to Nata Sanctuary. The sanctuary
is a community project aimed at preserving the wildlife living
around the edge of the pan. The area around the Nata River
delta is a bird watchers paradise and at certain times of
the year flamingos and pelicans can be seen in their thousands.
DAYS 6 – 7: BULAWAYO
Re-entering Zimbabwe, our destination is Bulawayo, noted for
its unusually wide streets, designed to allow for the turning
of a wagon and full span of oxen. We visit
Matobo National Park and spend time exploring the reserve,
which is home to a small rhino population. We learn about
some of the country’s colonial past. The strange rock
formations and unusual landscape of the park also offers fine
examples of San rock art. *There is an optional night drive
in the camp bordering the National Park.
DAY 8: HWANGE NATIONAL PARK
Relax and watch the passing scenery, dotted with rural villages
and giant baobab trees, on the morning drive to Hwange. Once
the old hunting reserve of the Ndebele Kings, Hwange was proclaimed
a National Park in 1928. This magnificent park is one of the
last great elephant sanctuaries, where up to a hundred of
these giants can sometimes be seen at any one of the many
watering holes. With cameras at the ready, we venture out
on a game drive in open safari vehicles. *You again have the
option of taking a night drive.
DAY 9: HOUSEBOAT, LAKE KARIBA
Continuing to Lake Kariba, one of the largest man-made lakes
in the world, we board a houseboat, which will be our home
for the night. Spend the afternoon enjoying the peace and
tranquility of the lake while looking out for game on the
shore. The cry of the fish eagle and the explosion of the
lake in a breathtaking sunset will form a lasting memory.
*Optional fishing is available.
DAY 10: VICTORIA FALLS
Leaving the shores of Lake Kariba, our final winding drive
brings us back to the town of Victoria Falls where our tour
ends. Allow yourself time before or after the tour to experience
the range of activities which surround this incredible natural
spectacle. * Optional, at own expense
 TOUR
COST & DATES:
22/01/07 to 31/01/07 €1400
19/02/07 to 28/02/07 €1200
19/03/07 to 28/03/07 €1200
16/04/07 to 25/04/07 €1200
14/05/07 to 23/05/07 €1200
11/06/07 to 20/06/07 €1200
09/07/07 to 18/07/07 €1200
06/08/07 to 15/08/07 €1200
03/09/07 to 12/09/07 €1200
01/10/07 to 10/10/07 €1200
29/10/07 to 07/11/07 €1200
26/11/07 to 05/12/07 €1200
24/12/07 to 02/01/08 €1200
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