Itinerary

Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 LIVINGSTONE
The group will meet in Livingstone, in Zambia, at 14:00. We have 2 days to explore Victoria Falls, a natural wonder of the world, plunging into the Zambezi Gorge. Adventure activities abound, white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi, or an 111m bungi jump (own expense). [camping B--] 
[B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner]

Day 3 – 4 CAPRIVI
Heading out of Livingstone we cross at Sesheke into the Caprivi, a narrow strip of Namibian land that extends between Angola, Zambia and Botswana. An abundance of large rivers attracts a variety of animals and birds and we have 2 days to explore this remote and beautiful region. [camping BLD] 

Day 5 RUNDU
After a morning enjoying the abundant birdlife that surrounds the camp, our road takes us directly west along the Kavango River. Villages of grass huts and local wooden crafts and carvings a common sight. We stop for the night at our riverside camp in Rundu with a spectacular sunset. [camping BLD]

Day 6 - 7 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Etosha National Park, “the great white place of dry water”, in the game rich north west corner of Namibia offers a variety of wildlife. We take game drives around the huge dry pan to find the elephants, herds of antelope and lions round the waterholes before we camp at Namutoni and Okaukuejo with its flood-lit waterhole. (Subject to animal movements we may use any of the 3 camps in Etosha.)[camping BLD]

Day 8 UGAB WILDERNESS
Our next stop is the Brandberg where we camp next to the dry Ugab River bed, home to the rare desert elephants. We explore the mountains on foot with our local guides, who lead us through this region adorned with rock art including the “White Lady”. [camping BLD]

Day 9 SPITZKOP
Our journey covers some beautiful desert landscapes as we move south towards the huge granite domes that rise out of the desert at Spitzkoppe. We set up camp at the foot of these massive domes, and take a walk to explore the area. The silence and wide open spaces add to the mystery and we enjoy a magnificent sunset. [camping BLD]

Day 10 – 11 SWAKOPMUND
We cross flat open plains to the coastline where we visit the Cape Cross seal colony. Further south is the coastal town of Swakopmund. Day free to explore the town or try quad biking / dune boarding (own expense). We enjoy evening restaurant meals (own expense). [guesthouse Bx2 Lx1 -]

Day 12 – 13 NAMIB DESERT
The Lunar landscapes surround the town of Swakopmund and we visit these as we leave and head into the Namib Desert with it’s towering red sand dunes. We will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and watch dramatic sunsets over the world’s highest sand dunes. [camping BLD]

Day 14 WINDHOEK
The charm of the city of Windhoek lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. We visit the cosmopolitan capital and enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense). [guesthouse BL-]

Day 15 KALAHARI
Crossing into Botswana we overnight in the heart of the Kalahari. We take a walk with the local San Bushmen to learn fascinating bush skills. [camping BLD]

Day 16, 17, 18 OKAVANGO DELTA
We camp in Maun for a night in preparation before journeying deep into the Okavango Delta on Makoro (dugouts) - an experience not to be missed. We camp wild on remote islands for 2 nights and enjoy bush walks, swimming and the birdlife in this pristine wilderness area. [camping Bx3 Lx3 Dx2]

Day 19 MAKGADIKGADI PANS
Feel the vastness of Africa under a big sky sunset. After the rains the pans fill with water and attract thousands of water birds and herds of zebra, wildebeest and springbok. [camping BL -]

Day 20 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
We turn north through the Chobe Forest Reserve to Kasane where we set up camp. Chobe NP is famous for large herds of elephant and buffalo. Our afternoon is spent on an exciting wildlife boat cruise in the Chobe NP. [camping BL -]

Day 21 VICTORIA FALLS / LIVINGSTONE
This morning we transfer to Livingstone where tour ends at +/- 12:00 noon. [camping B - -]

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM:
In the Ugab wilderness region we camp at the White Lady Lodge campsite. A partnership was Signed in 2003 and the community benefit through employment and a percentage of the income of the lodge. There are also other spin-offs such as the sale of fire wood to the lodge.

PRE & POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION:
Due to the early departure time of this safari we recommend that you stay in Johannesburg the night before safari. Please indicate if you require assistance with airport transfers and hotel reservations in your enquiry .

Single supplement
If you are travelling on your own, we will “room” you with another same gender client so you do not pay extra when booking as a single person. If however, you request a single room, then the single supplement is applicable.

Local payment
A local payment is required on this safari and this will be collected by the tour leader on departure. This covers a portion of the local operational costs including entrance and park fees. This ensures that a major portion of your tour price goes directly into the country you are visiting, benefiting local communities and contributing to the conservation of the area.

Included

3 nights in guesthouse 
17 nights camping 
Entrance fees 
Use of camping equipment (except sleeping bags) 
Professional guide 
Okavango Delta excursion
Maximum group size: 12 Travellers

Transport in minibus / safari truck & 4WD
Vehicle - for longer distance travel, place to place, we use custom-built safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. Your comfort is catered for with individual seats (with safety belts), ample legroom and large vertical sliding windows for unobstructed viewing and photography.
There are roof hatches for excellent "open" views and an integral cab and passenger compartment so contact with the driver is easy. Each truck also have large packing compartments, a built in kitchen, freezers, drinking water tanks, interior lights and gas stoves (to minimise use of wood and destruction of forest areas). There is also a pullout set of steps into the passenger compartment, making access for clients easier.

or Toyota Hiace minibuses with 10 forward facing seats (roof rack and trailer for equipment and baggage); or Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 16 forward facing seats (and trailer for equipment and baggage). There are a couple of long days of travelling but the vehicles have a comfortable cruising speed.

For the national parks of Botswana we use custom built 4WDs, with individual "bucket" seats, with trailers for the equipment. Game viewing from an “open” vehicle is the best way to go for Botswana – small groups in Land Rovers and Land Cruisers have the best wildlife sightings!
We are pleased to announce the introduction of its new Land Cruiser 4WD open game viewing vehicles in Botswana (July2008). These custom built game viewing vehicles are the first of their kind in Botswana. Each new vehicle has a built in “roll cage” that conforms to the latest safety standards of South Africa, and each individual bucket seat has a lap belt. The vehicles are constructed by a registered coach builder and ensure structural integrity of the passenger cabin in the unlikely event of a roll.


Meals as per itinerary
We pride ourselves on giving very good healthy meals to our clients and will provide three meals per day, except where shown in the itinerary, where we try out local restaurants.
The tour leaders do the shopping and meal planning for each group. He/she will always try to obtain fresh produce wherever possible. A rough idea of what these will consist of is: Breakfast - cereals or coffee and toast or the occasional fried breakfast, Lunch - cheese, cold meats, salads on bread or rolls, Dinner - braais (local barbecue), potjies (stews), stir fries etc. We use regular plates, cups and cutlery. All cooking and eating utensils will also be provided.
We do cater for special dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian or allergies.)
We will supply fruit squash served with breakfast and tea or coffee served with breakfast and dinner

Excluded

All other beverages will be for your own expense. We will not supply bottled drinking water although it is available at many shops on tour
Botswana: 
Flight over Okavango 45min $100-120 (subject to the number of people sharing the aircraft).

Zambia / Zimbabwe:
Game drives (2 hours) $35, Horse riding (2-3 hours) $50-70, Flight – fixed wing $55, Flight – helicopter $85-170, Flight – micro light $80-140, Rafting ½ day $95, Rafting full day $95, River boarding $135, Bungi jumping $85, Canoe upper – Zambezi ½ day $75, Canoe upper – Zambezi 1 day $88, Zambezi cruise $35-48, Elephant rides $110, Crocodile farm $12, Snake park $5

Namibia:
Quad biking $55, Dune boarding $30, Flight 1½ hour desert $70, Flight 2½ hour Sossusvlei $110, Flight 3 hours Skeleton coast $125, Deep sea fishing, ski boat 5 hours $55, Sky diving tandem $160, Sky diving static $80, Ballooning Sossusvlei 2 hours $200.

Departures

Start: Livingstone – Finishes: Livingstone
31 Jan 10 – 20 Feb 10
14 Mar 10 – 03 Apr 10
11 Apr 10 – 01 May 10
16 May 10 – 05 Jun 10
13 Jun 10 – 03 Jul 10
11 Jul 10 – 31 Jul 10
08 Aug 10 – 28 Aug 10
05 Sep 10 – 25 Sep 10
03 Oct 10 – 23 Oct 10
31 Oct 09 – 20 Nov 10
28 Nov 10 – 18 Dec 09
26 Dec 10 – 15 Jan 10

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