27 days tour

Southern Africa: Desert, Wildlife & Falls National Geographi

Southern Africa: Desert, Wildlife & Falls National Geographi

This tour includes:

Transport

Air-conditioned touring vehicle, 4x4, open safari vehicle, walking, boat, mokoro, plane.

Accommodation

Guest house (2 nts), comfortable safari camp (2 nt), comfortable tent or chalets (2 nts), hotels/lodges (19 nts), bush camp (1 nt).

Guide

An expert guide is included.

Meals

26 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 21 dinners

Others

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mondesa Township Walk, Swakopmund Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cheetah Conservation Experience, Otjiwarongo Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Zimbabwean Family Dinner, Victoria Falls Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Painted Dog Conservation, Hwange National Park Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Okavango Wilderness Project Experience, Okavango Delta Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Botswana Storytelling and Traditional Dinner, Maun Your Foodie Moment: Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), Johannesburg Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls. Arrival transfer. Panorama Route scenic drive. Kruger National Park and private nature reserve wildlife safari drives in open vehicles. Sossusvlei desert excursion. Desert excursion with a local. View the Twyfelfontein ancient petroglyphs. Full-day open-vehicle wildlife safari drive in Etosha National Park. Tour of Victoria Falls. Open-vehicle wildlife safari drives in Hwange and Chobe National Parks. Chobe boat safari. Wildlife excursions by boat and foot in the Okavango Panhandle. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Hygieneprotocol

As of October 1, 2021 G Adventuresโ€™ Vaccinated Tours Policy applies:  All travelers must meet the G Adventures requirements for joining their tours. The majority of tours require travelers to be fully vaccinated and the full/final COVID-19 vaccination must be at least 14 days before the first day of the tour. There are some tours and departures that are only โ€˜Travel-Readyโ€™ which means all travelers must be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours before the first day of the tour. Please, double check with the G Adventures Support Team about the requirements of your tour and departure date.

Not included:

Others

Johannesburg - Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos Swakopmund - Swakopmund Skydiving (3000NAD per person) - Skeleton Coast Scenic Flight (4800NAD per person) - Forbidden Coast Scenic Flight (4600NAD per person) - Sandboarding in the Namib Desert (700NAD per person) Livingstone - Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls (175USD per person) Victoria Falls - Zambezi River Sunset Cruise (50USD per person) - Canoeing the Zambezi (165USD per person) - Zambezi Bungee Jump (168USD per person) - Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min (299USD per person) - Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15min (165USD per person) - Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting (135USD per person) - Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park (170USD per person) - Victoria Falls Visit (30USD per person) - Victoria Falls Guided Tour (53USD per person) Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing over the Zambezi (168USD per person) - Zipline over the Zambezi (47USD per person) Chobe National Park - Evening Photo Safari on Chobe River (130USD per person)

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Itinerary of your trip Southern Africa: Desert, Wildlife & Falls National Geographi

  • Day 1 Day 1: Johannesburg (1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Johannesburg (1D)

      Arrive at any time and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue) for dinner tonight.
      Our accommodation is in the Kempton Park area in a guesthouse or family-run lodge. The location is convenient to the airport and should you have additional time, taxiโ€™s can be easily arranged to get you around.

      Meals Included:
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Arrival Transfer 00:30 - 00:45 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
      - Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue)

      Additional Notes: If you are interested in spending more time in Johannesburg, it is recommended to book pre-accommodation to enjoy the sights of the city at your own leisure.
  • Day 2 Day 2: Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area (1B, 1D)

      Set out towards Kruger National Park via the magnificent Panorama Route, one of the worldโ€™s most picturesque drives. Make stops at the dramatic Blyde River Canyon and Bourkeโ€™s Luck Potholes, and take in panoramic views of the forest-covered valley from the Godโ€™s Window viewpoint. Continue to our lodge near Kruger National park, savour a delicious South African Dinner in this picturesque location.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Panorama Route Scenic Drive

      Additional Notes: Today is a very long driving day; however, we will make many stops along the way at sites along the Panorama Route.
  • Day 3 Day 3: Kruger National Park (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kruger National Park (1B, 1D)

      Rise early and climb aboard an open jeep for a full-day safari in Kruger National Parkโ€”home to an extraordinary array of large mammals. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and perhaps elusive leopards as we explore this breathtaking wilderness of savanna and scrubland. Return to our lodge in the evening, where you can take some time to relax and enjoy the nocturnal sounds of the bush.
      At over 19,000 sq km (7,500 sq mi), South Africaโ€™s Kruger National Park is one of the largest and most impressive animal reserves in the world. With 147 species, Kruger has more species of large mammals than any other park on the continent.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day
  • Day 4 Day 4: Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Travel to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, a pristine wildlife sanctuary located in the Greater Kruger area. Meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trustโ€™s Cheetah Metapopulation Projectโ€”a program funded in part by National Geographicโ€™s Big Cats Initiativeโ€”and learn about efforts to protect the regionโ€™s cheetahs and other carnivores. The researcher then joins us for a wildlife-viewing excursion through the reserve.
      For the next two days, enjoy ranger-led morning and evening wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle in Karongwe Nature Reserve, searching for Africaโ€™s famed Big Five. With over 9,000 hectares (22,240 acres) of supreme African bushveld, Karongwe Private Game Reserve is home to many creatures, and our safari drives provide several opportunities for wildlife viewing.

      We use various accommodations within the reserve (the location is based on availability). During your time here, you will either stay in lodge rooms or very comfortable permanent tents (both of equal quality and with similar amenities).

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Carnivore Conservation Experience

      Additional Notes: Wildlife safari drives are conducted with qualified wildlife rangers and local expert trackers who will share their vast experience of the African bush.

      On some occasions, if space is unavailable, we may need to change accommodations or even use a different private reserve. In such a case, be assured we will choose other lodges or comfort camps (of equal quality) within the Greater Kruger area.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Karongwe Private Game Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Karongwe Private Game Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Spend the day exploring Karongwe on morning and afternoon safaris with our local guides. Search for Africaโ€™s famed "big five" as we drive through the shrublands of the bushveld. Back at camp, relax on deck or take a walk around the grounds.
      Wake up before the sun (around 5am) and sip your morning coffee before heading out on a morning wildlife safari drive. Return to the lodge for brunch and some leisure time. Converse on the deck, walk the grounds and gardens, and enjoy high tea. Following tea, itโ€™s time for a late afternoon safari drive. After spotting tons of wildlife, itโ€™s time to return to camp and freshen up before dinner.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Karongwe Private Reserve Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
  • Day 6 Day 6: Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg (1B, 1D)

      Embark on one last safari this morning, keeping a lookout for Karongweโ€™s iconic inhabitants. Then head back to the city, where youโ€™ll enjoy dinner in our family run lodge.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Karongwe Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg 07:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Karongwe Private Reserve Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
  • Day 7 Day 7: Johannesburg/Windhoek (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Johannesburg/Windhoek (1B)

      Fly to Windhoek and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time to explore the Namibian capital this afternoon.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Plane 02:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 8 Day 8: Windhoek/Sesriem (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Windhoek/Sesriem (1B, 1D)

      Set off from the Namibian capital towards Sesriem, the gateway to jaw-dropping Namib-Naukluft National Park. Drive past red-hued desertscapes, stark camel thorn trees, and dramatic curved dunes while keeping an eye out for the astonishing creatures that call these arid lands homeโ€”the oryx, springbok, jackal, hyena, and more. Settle in to our lodge and relax poolside, watching a fiery crimson sunset over the desert.
      Enjoy postcard perfect desert scenery around Sesriem and Sossusvlei - vast desertscapes of reds and orange, stark camel thorn trees and towering dunes with dramatic curved ridges. Also keep an eye out for the surprising amount of wildlife that call this area home such as oryx, springbok, jackal, ground squirrel and hyena.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Windhoek to Sesriem 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 9 Day 9: Sesriem (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Sesriem (1B, 1D)

      Embark on a thrilling excursion into one of Africaโ€™s largest national parks. Explore the Namib desert, the oldest desert in the world; and venture to the massive dunes at Sossusvlei and the white clay pan of Deadvlei. Capture dramatic images of dead camel thorn trees against a backdrop of orange dunes and a crisp blue sky. Then visit the Sesriem Canyon, a natural gorge carved out by the Tsauchab River over millions of years.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Sesriem
      - 4x4: Namib Desert

      Included Activities:
      - Sossusvlei Dunes Visit
      - Sesriem Canyon Visit
  • Day 10 Day 10: Sesriem/Swakopmund (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Sesriem/Swakopmund (1B, 1L)

      Continue by road through changing desert landscapes towards the coastal city of Swakopmund. Look out for roaming zebra, kudu, springbok, and oryx on the way, and take a break in the quirky town of Solitaire before heading into the countryside. Here, we meet a local for a 4x4 drive through the desert, learning about the survival strategies of bushmen who lived in this inhospitable area thousands of years ago. We also search for the smaller wildlife that has managed to survive here, such as snakes, geckos, spiders, and an array of insects.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Living Desert Tour
  • Day 11 Day 11: Swakopmund (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Swakopmund (1B, 1D)

      Enjoy a free morning in Swakopmund, getting a taste of the townโ€™s unique Afro-German culture; or opt for sandboarding in the Namib desert. This afternoon, take a tour of Mondesa township with a local guide, learning about its people and history. Visit the local market for an introduction to traditional foods such as wild spinach, mopane worms, and dried sardines or kapenta. Stop by an arts and crafts shop; chat with the locals; and round off the day with dinner and a performance at a cozy family-run establishment.
      Explore the townโ€™s unique mix of German and African culture and opt to visit curio shops, the museum and restaurants. Optional activities include sandboarding, or if youโ€™re feeling brave, skydiving.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Mondesa Township Walk
  • Day 12 Day 12: Swakopmund/Palmwag (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Swakopmund/Palmwag (1B, 1D)

      Make your way to Twyfelfonteinโ€”Namibiaโ€™s first UNESCO World Heritage siteโ€”to see some of Africaโ€™s largest concentrations of petroglyphs. Marvel at these remarkable engravings, carved by prehistoric hunter-gatherers and depicting rhinos, elephants, and ostriches, as well as human and animal footprints. Then continue to our lodge on the Palmwag nature reserve in northwest Damaraland.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Prehistoric Rock Engravings Guided Tour
  • Day 13 Day 13: Palmwag/Etosha National Park Area (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Palmwag/Etosha National Park Area (1B, 1D)

      Enjoy a relaxed morning at our lodge or opt for a guided walk in the Palmwag reserve, home to many rare, desert-adapted species. In the afternoon, travel towards Etosha National Park, arguably Namibiaโ€™s most spectacular wildlife sanctuary. Settle into our lodge, located outside of the park.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 14 Day 14: Etosha National Park Area (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Etosha National Park Area (1B, 1D)

      Spend a full day on safari in Etosha National Park, where open grasslands converge on a massive salt pan. Etosha harbours some of the largest populations of lions, elephants, and other endangered species, so keep your camera on the ready as you explore in your open vehicle. Enjoy lunch at one of the parkโ€™s rest areas, where you can also take a swim; and sit back and watch all manner of creaturesโ€”including hundreds of species of birdsโ€”flock to the nearby watering hole.
      After the vast desert, Etosha National Park, offers a contrast of wide open grasslands, a massive salt pan that covers 4731kmยฒ and tall camel thorn trees intermixed with Mopani trees. With a combination of natural waterholes, and diverse vegetation, wildlife flock to the park. Some of the largest elephants in Africa can be found in areas of thicker vegetation, as well as leopards. Lions, giraffe, ostrich and many antelope species can be found in the grasslands, while birders will love the salt pans which attract flamingos in the rainy season. More than 340 bird species have been counted in Etosha National Park including the European bee-eater, the kori bustard and numerous migratory birds.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Etosha Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
  • Day 15 Day 15: Etosha National Park Area/Windhoek (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Etosha National Park Area/Windhoek (1B, 1L)

      After breakfast, visit the Cheetah Conservation Fund, a global research and education center founded by National Geographic Grantee Dr Laurie Marker. Tour the facility to learn about the important conservation and community outreach work they do to protect the worldโ€™s fastest land animal, and enjoy a talk by one of the researchers. Then head out on a drive through the grounds to meet some of the centerโ€™s rescued and rehabilitated cheetahs. Continue to Windhoek for our final evening.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Cheetah Conservation Experience
  • Day 16 Day 16: Windhoek/Victoria Falls (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Windhoek/Victoria Falls (1B, 1D)

      Catch a flight to the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, named after one of the most powerful waterfalls on Earth. Visit a nearby village and go grocery shopping in the bustling market. Then sit down with a local family for dinner, helping your hosts prepare a traditional Zimbabwean meal using the ingredients you picked out, and hear stories about local life and culture.
      The mist off Victoria Falls can rise to a height of more than 400m (1312 ft). Local tribes used to call the falls Mosi-o-Tunya or โ€œthe smoke that thunders.โ€ Explorer and missionary David Livingstone renamed the falls after Queen Victoria when he first saw them in 1855.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Plane 03:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Zimbabwean Family Dinner
  • Day 17 Day 17: Victoria Falls (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Victoria Falls (1B)

      Set out for a tour of magnificent Victoria Falls. Scottish explorer David Livingstone named them after Britainโ€™s Queen Victoria, while their older, indigenous name is Mosi-oa-Tunyaโ€”โ€œthe smoke that thunders.โ€ Opt to embark on a thrilling white-water excursion on the Zambezi River; soar above the roaring falls in a helicopter; or take a day trip to wildlife-rich Chobe National Park.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Victoria Falls Guided Tour

      Additional Notes: If you have an activity planned for this morning, we will reschedule your Falls tour for this afternoon, or tomorrow morning.
  • Day 18 Day 18: Victoria Falls (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Victoria Falls (1B)

      Continue your exploration of majestic Victoria Falls on a variety of optional excursions. Go whizzing over the Zambezi River on a zip line, glide down the river on a sunset cruise, or feel the spray of the falls on your face as you explore the surrounding paths.
      The town of Victoria Falls is a great base to see both natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities. Get up close (and wet from the spray) while awing at the immense Victoria Falls.

      Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of your adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos

      Additional Notes: Any optional activities listed on this day can also be booked upon arrival in Victoria Falls.
  • Day 19 Day 19: Victoria Falls/Hwange National Park (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Victoria Falls/Hwange National Park (1B, 1D)

      Explore Victoria Falls at leisure this morning, and opt to take a guided tour of this thundering natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage site. Later, transfer to the headquarters of Painted Dog Conservation. Learn about this non-profit organizationโ€™s work to protect and rehabilitate injured painted dogs (also known as African wild dogs), and hear from a conservationist about the threats to these endangered animals. Afterward, venture out on safari in Hwange National Park, one of Zimbabweโ€™s largest wildlife reserves and an important elephant sanctuary.
      Examine the life and struggles faced by the Painted Dog (wild dog) population in and around Hwange national park and the efforts made by the conservancy to prevent poaching and the damage done by snare traps that have endangered the Painted Dog population in Zimbabwe. The ultimate goal of the project is to release rehabilitated animals back into the wild and to work with local children and communities in an effort to educate and shift behaviors away from poaching.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park 01:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Painted Dog Conservation
      - Wildlife Safari in Hwange National Park

      Additional Notes: Road conditions in the region can range from good to very poor. As such, we slow our traveling speed in the rough spots and enjoy some sand and bumps โ€“ all part of the adventure of traveling in Africa.

      Please note that hot water shortages, low water pressure and power outages can occur in Southern Africa. We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control. Wifi is available in most places (extra charge may apply), but in remote areas there can be service interruptions. A/C is not generally available in the accommodations we use, really it isnโ€™t needed as evenings tend to cool down. Floor or ceiling fans are usually available.
  • Day 20 Day 20: Hwange National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Hwange National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Set out on a full-day safari through the sweeping grasslands of Hwange National Park. Track the parkโ€™s resident elephant and buffalo herds, as well as giraffes, lions, zebras, and the rare African wild dog. This evening, relax on the deck of your lodge, keeping an eye out for the wild creatures that visit the lodgeโ€™s watering hole.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Wildlife Safari in Hwange National Park
  • Day 21 Day 21: Hwange/Chobe Np (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Hwange/Chobe Np (1B, 1D)

      Depart Hwange and head north, crossing the border into Botswana and arriving in Kasaneโ€”the gateway to the stunning Chobe National Park. Settle into your lodge and embark on a boat safari on the Chobe River, the lifeline of the park. Look out for submerged hippos, basking crocodiles, bathing elephants, and an abundance of birdlife from the boatโ€™s deck, and witness a spectacular fiery sunset over the river.
      Keep an eye out for Chobe bushbuck and puku antelope, which are found only in this part of Botswana. The Chobe River is home to the worldโ€™s largest elephant herds; buffalo, hippos, and lions can also be seen here.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:00 - 03:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - Botswana)
      - Chobe River Sunset Cruise
  • Day 22 Day 22: Chobe Np (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Chobe Np (1B, 1D)

      This morning, continue your exploration of Chobe National Park, home to one of Africaโ€™s largest elephant populations. On a safari along the banks of the Chobe River, keep an eye out for elephants, buffalo, lions, zebra, and rare semi-aquatic antelope, as well as an incredible variety of birds. In the afternoon, opt to take a photography river safari on a specialized photography boat.
      Opt into the photo wildlife safari on the Chobe River at sunset; youโ€™ll be accompanied by an expert wildlife photographer and guide who will help you get the perfect shot.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Chobe National Park Safari Drive
  • Day 23 Day 23: Kasane/Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Kasane/Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Catch a flight to the Okavango Panhandle in Botswana, the narrow arm of the Okavango River that feeds into the famed Okavango Delta. Check in to our remote lodge, and enjoy a boat cruise on the winding waterways. This evening, hear about National Geographicโ€™s Okavango Wilderness Project, a multi-year collaboration between international and local experts to survey the Okavango watershedโ€™s biodiversity and ensure its future protection. Watch the National Geographic documentary โ€œInto the Okavango,โ€ and learn about delta conservation projects in the area.
      Please note that the Okavango Wilderness Project talk may be moved to the day that the group arrives in Maun due to the availability of lecturers within the region.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Okavango Wilderness Project Experience

      Additional Notes: Planes used to fly into the Delta are small and weight restrictions are mandatory. For this reason luggage restrictions are 15kg per person for checked in luggage and 5kg for Hand luggage for a maximum of 20kg per person. As well, the airline requires the weight of each passenger, your CEO will collect this information from you privately, at the beginning of the trip.
  • Day 24 Day 24: Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Explore the breathtaking Okavango Panhandle with expert local guides. Navigate the wildlife-rich channels of the Okavango River aboard a mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe, and spot all manner of bird life on bush walks. Settle into your tent in our remote bush camp this evening. Enjoy a three-course meal around a roaring campfire while listening to the night calls of the delta.
      Tonight we enjoy a unique and adventurous stay in a remote bush camp (known locally as a fly camp). Accommodation will be in simple dome tents on cots, and facilities are wash basins and out house/long drop toilette (simple but clean) which are shared amongst our group. There is no electricity and lighting in the evenings is by lantern, so please bring a flashlight. While basic, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself into the wilds of Africa. Our local guides and staff add some comfortable touches, excellent food and spin some fantastic campfire stories.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Okavango Delta Excursion
  • Day 25 Day 25: Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Continue exploring the Okavango Deltaโ€™s untamed habitat on foot and by mokoro, spotting herons, storks, egrets, and other wading birds. Return to the lodge later this afternoon and opt to relax by an open fire, or take a swim.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Okavango Islands Excursion
  • Day 26 Day 26: Okavango Delta/Maun (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 26: Okavango Delta/Maun (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Fly to the frontier town of Maun for an evening of storytelling and traditional foods with celebrated local author Bonty Botumile. Born in Maun, Bontyโ€™s work is dedicated to preserving Botswanaโ€™s literary heritage and providing youth with employment opportunities in the arts. Listen as she shares her in-depth knowledge of the regionโ€™s cultural history, and cap off the night with a delicious meal and colourful stories around a warm fire.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Plane 01:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Botswana Storytelling and Traditional Dinner

      Additional Notes: Please note that today you will be served a brunch between 10-11 before boarding your flight to Maun.
  • Day 27 Day 27: Maun (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 27: Maun (1B)

      Depart at any time.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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