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SOUTH AFRICA, BOTSWANA AND ZAMBIA EXTRAVAGANZA
BASIC ITINERARY
Johannesburg - Panoramic Route - Cultural Village - Kruger
National Park - Polokwane - Nata - Livingstone / Vic Falls
- Chobe National Park - Okavango Delta - Rhino Sanctuary -
Johannesburg
TOUR COST R6 895.00 per person
LOCAL PAYMENT US$450 per person. The local
payment is paid in cash on departure
DEPARTS Every Monday
COUNTRIES VISITED South Africa, Botswana,
Zambia
INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS Panoramic Route, Shangaan
Cultural Village, Kruger Park Entrance Fee, Kruger Park Game
Drives, Kruger Park Night Drive, Entrance to Victoria Falls
(Zambian Side), Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Chobe NP Game Drive,
Chobe entrance fees, 3 Days Okavango Delta (entrance, mokoros
and game walks), Khama Rhino Sanctuary
ACCOMMODATION Day 1 Multishare huts in tribal
village. Days 2 - 13 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 Cultural Village South Africa
Departing Johannesburg early, we spend the day visiting the
sights along the Drakensberg panoramic route: Gods Window,
Bourkes Luck Potholes and the magnificent Blyde River Canyon.
From here we journey on to the Shangaan Tribal Village. We
enjoy an exciting evening of tribal dancing, singing and tasting
of traditional African food. Overnight in traditional huts.
(D)
 Days
2 and 3 Kruger National Park South Africa
After breakfast we head for the world famous Kruger Park.
Here we begin our search for the many species of birds, mammals
and reptiles that inhabit the Park. Our days are spent on
game drives and evenings around the campfire. One of the evenings
is spent on an open vehicle night drive. (BLD)
Day 4 Polokwane South Africa
We enjoy an early morning game drive before making our way
to Polokwane where we camp for the night. (BD)
Day 5 Nata Botswana
We cross into Botswana and continue to Nata where we camp
at the edge of Makgadikgadi Pans. (BD)
Days 6 and 7 Livingstone/Victoria Falls Zambia
We arrive in Livingstone and venture out on a sunset cruise
on the mighty Zambezi River. The following day is spent on
activities, including whitewater rafting, bungee jumping,
microlighting, jet boating or a 'flight of angels'. We explore
the town, its markets and visit the Victoria Falls. (BD)
Day 8 Chobe Botswana
We depart from Livingstone and journey to Kasane where we
set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon
is spent relaxing or enjoying an optional game cruise on the
Chobe River. (BD)
Day 9 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)
Days 10 and 11 Okavango Delta Botswana
We venture into the wilderness of the Delta; greeted by the
local guides in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes) we explore
the pristine waters of the Delta by Mokoro and enjoy game
walks in search of the abundant wildlife that inhabits this
oasis in an otherwise arid region. We set up camp on an island
in the Delta and enjoy our evenings under the African skies.
(BLD)
Day 12 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 13 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 14 Johannesburg South Africa
Departing early, we cross the border and arrive back in Johannesburg
late afternoon. (B)
FOOD & MEALS
Days Meals
1 D
2&3 BLD
4-9 BD
10&11 BLD
12 BD
13 BLD
14 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 the basic facilities
only, to ones with restaurants, swimming pools, bars etc.
All campsites have shower and toiler facilities, however 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 night drive is done in an open vehicle.
EQUIPMENT
The following equipment is provided:
• 2 - person dome tents. 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 stool.
• 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
Sun screen & 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 tour 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 tourKhama
Rhino Sanctuary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
South Africa
Private game walk $45 (min 4 people)
Zambia
Bungy Jumping $ 95
Tandem Bungy $ 120
Gorge Swing (half day) $ 80
Gorge Swing (Full day) $ 95
White water rafting (full day or half day) $ 95
Canoeing (full day) $ 85
Tandem Kayaking $ 135
Jet boat ride (30 mins) $ 60
Microlight over the Falls (15 mins) $ 75
Microlight over the Falls (30 mins) $ 125
Helicopter (15 mins) $ 85
Horse Trails (1 ½ hours) $ 45
Horse Trails (3 hours) $ 65
Game drive in Zambia Nat. Park (2 ½ hrs) $ 40
Rafting / Riverboarding combo $ 125
Chobe Day Grand Safari $ 125
Rhino Walk (full day) $ 55 (min 4 people)
Elephant rides (morning or afternoon) $ 100
Botswana
Delta game flight $ 60
Chobe river cruise $ 45
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. Payment for optional
activities may be made in most currencies or by credit card.
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