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BOTSWANA IN A NUTSHELL
Livingstone / Vic Falls - Chobe National Park - Maun - Okavango
Delta - Rhino Sanctuary - Johannesburg
TOUR COST R4 310.00 per person
LOCAL PAYMENT US$250 per person. The local
payment is paid in cash on departure.
DEPARTS Every Monday
COUNTRIES VISITED Zambia, Botswana, South
Africa
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS Chobe Game Drive, Chobe
Entrance fee, Kazangula Ferry, Maun, 3 Days Okavango Delta
(entrance, mokoros and game walks), Khama Rhino Sanctuary.
MEALS Day 1 D Day 2 BD Days 3-4 BLD Day
5 BD Day 6 BLD Day 7 B
ACCOMMODATION Camping in 2 person dome tents,
mattresses provided.
WHAT IS PROVIDED All ground transportation,
services of experienced qualified driver / guide, camping
equipment (2 person dome tents, mattresses, cooking equipment),
all highlights, meals, entrance fees & accommodation per
itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED All visa costs are the clients
responsibility, travel insurance, flights, departure taxes,
sleeping bags, items of a personal nature, drinks, optional
activities.
PARTICIPATION Participation safari - clients
to erect their tents and help with cooking, washing dishes
and vehicle cleanliness.
 Itinerary:
Day 1 Chobe Botswana
This morning is spent at your leisure exploring the town of
Livingstone, before departing for Botswana. We set up camp
on the edge of the Chobe National Park, where you have the
option to relax and enjoy some great game viewing on a Chobe
River cruise. (D)
Day 2 Maun Botswana
Up at daybreak, we venture out on an open vehicle game drive
into the famous Chobe National Park. After breakfast, we depart
for Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. (BD)
Day 3 Okavango Delta Botswana
We venture into the wild bush of Africa, far from any civilisation.
Our trip begins by 4x4 Land Rover across the 'Buffalo Fence'
into the wildlife area. Once in the Delta, we join local villagers/guides
on mokoros (two-man dugout canoes) and begin our search for
the abundance of wildlife that inhabits the Delta. We set
up camp on an island in the Delta and enjoy an evening under
the African skies. (BLD)
Day 4 Okavango Delta Botswana
This is a unique opportunity to live under nature's rules.
Rising with the sun, we enjoy more poling on the mokoros,
drifting silently through the channels. We also get involved
in game walks, tracking different animals and learning their
habits. This is a great opportunity to learn about the people
of the area - each two-man mokoro has a polar or local guide
who grew up in the area and lives in the local village. These
people work together in a community tourism initiative. After
a breathtaking sunset, relax around the campfire listening
to the sounds the night has to offer. (BLD)
Day 5 Okavango Delta/ Maun Botswana
We leave behind the tranquillity and memories offered by the
Delta on our last Mokoro trip before transferring back to
Maun. This afternoon you have the option of a game flight
over the Delta, giving you a superb view of the waterways
and wildlife. (BD)
Day 6 Khama Rhino Sanctuary Botswana
We depart from Maun and head for the Khama Rhino Sanctuary,
where we spend the evening camping within the Reserve. (BLD)
Day 7 Johannesburg South Africa
Today we drive through to Johannesburg, arriving late afternoon.
(B)
FOOD & MEALS
Included in the tour cost are the following meals:
Days Meals
1 D
2 BD
3 & 4 BLD
5 BD
6 BLD
7 B
Dinners are camp meals prepared by your guide with your assistance.
In the Delta everyone helps to carry in the cooking equipment
and food. On days where lunches are not included we stop at
places where you can buy food at a reasonable cost.
CAMPSITES
We stay in a variety of campsites, from basic facilities only
to ones with restaurants, swimming pools, bars etc. All campsites
have shower and toilet facilities, although it is advisable
to bring a small supply of your own toilet paper.
In the Delta you "camp out" in the bush at sites
selected by the polers (guides). They light a fire for warmth
and safety. In the Delta there are no facilities such as toilets
and showers as you are in the wilderness. You can swim in
the Delta at spots selected by the polers, however for conservation
reasons no soap may be used for washing.
VEHICLES & GROUP SIZE
We utilize either a minibus that seats a maximum of 9 passengers
or a custom built safari vehicle which seats a maximum of
16 passengers.
The vehicles do not have air conditioning, but do have opening
windows. The Chobe game drive is done in an open vehicle.
EQUIPMENT
You are provided with the following equipment:
• 2 - person dome tent. These tents are very easy to
put up and down. These tents are very easy to put up and down.
The tents have mosquito netting over the entrances. You may
choose to bring your own mosquito netting if you wish. If
travelling on your own you may share with another single person
of the same sex.
• Mattress
• All cooking equipment for the group and utensils etc.
• Camping stools.
• Sleeping Bags may be hired for R50 per tour. Please
notify us in advance if you will require one.
WHAT TO BRING
For comfort reasons luggage is limited on each trip to 1 backpack,
1 small daypack, sleeping bag and camera per person. Soft
Bags only may be used (i.e.: no suitcases) We provide you
with your tent, sleeping mat and cooking equipment.
Binoculars Torch & batteries
Sunscreen & hat Insect repellent
Small personal first aid kit Towel
Comfortable shoes Rain coat (if travelling in rainy season)
Anti malaria medication Camera & films
Roll of toilet paper Warm jacket for evenings
Sleeping bag
PARTICIPATION
Our tours are based on client participation and as an active
member of the group, everyone helps out with the running of
the tour, e.g. Making campfires, cooking, setting up camp,
dishes etc. Its all part of the African experience.
Remember the more you put in, the more you get out!
MONEY OUTSTANDING
Your money will collected in cash by your driver at the point
of departure. Please note that Local Payments cannot be paid
by credit card and must be paid in cash.
ONWARD TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Due to unforeseen problems we recommend onward travel arrangements
be made only for the day after the tour ends. If arrangements
are made for the same day the tour ends, we cannot be held
responsible for any delays; you will have to take the risk
yourself. If you are making further bookings for busses, trains
or flights the day the tour ends we strongly recommend you
make them the latest time possible and that you inform African
Budget Safaris or the tour guide at the beginning of the tour.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Activity Price USD
Chobe River Cruise $ 45
Delta Game Flight $ 60
Crocodile Farm $ 10
Please note that these prices are meant only as a guideline
as they change seasonally, although we do make every effort
to keep up to date with the changes.
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