This safari is based partly on the Ladies' No. 1 Detective Agency, a series of novels written by Zimbabwean-born British writer Alexander McCall Smith, about a Botswana woman detective and her adventures as the country's only female detective.

The itinerary includes a visit to Gabarone, the home of the book's central character, with a full-day tour of this bustling Botswana city, including sights and locations from the novels.

The adventure then moves to Botswana's prime wildlife locations - the Okavango Delta and Moremi Game Reserve.  You will stay in exclusive safari camps in the Okavango Delta, including one of the few safari camps located within the boundaries of the Moremi Game Reserve.

The trip concludes with 2 days to explore Livingstone and see the incredible Victoria Falls.  Safari camps and lodges are owned and operated by Ker & Downey.

This is itinerary #2... See Itinerary #1 here.

SAFARI COSTS (April through June and November 2009):  $5,580 per person sharing
SAFARI COSTS (July through October 2009):  $6,820 per person sharing
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:  Quoted on request.

The price includes a custom safari duffel bag for your trip.

Arrive in Johannesburg and take the shuttle transfer to your hotel.  An overnight in Johannesburg, near the airport, is booked for you before your adventure begins on Day 2.

Emperors Palace is a sensational hotel, casino and convention resort that combines timeless classical elegance and sheer excitement, conveniently situated alongside Johannesburg International Airport. This 80-key three-star select-services Metcourt Laurel hotel (formerly The Senator Hotel) offers you cozy, comfortable and affordable accommodation and delightful service. All Metcourt guests enjoy breakfast at the charming Primavera Restaurant and access to all Emperors Palace’s magnificent variety of facilities.

Entrance to the Metcourt Laurel reception is through a marble paved foyer and up a double-winged staircase whose brass balustrade is ornamented with glass panels, while large gold-framed graphics of Roman urns decorate the walls.

Overnight and Breakfast are included.

Day 2
This morning you will take the shuttle transfer back to Johannesburg Airport for your departure flight to Gaborone.

On arrival in Gabarone, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Discover the ultimate business and leisure experience...the 4-star Metcourt Inn at The Grand Palm offers 187 rooms and suites. The distinctive character and charm of this elegant hotel blends efficiency, comfort, luxury and privacy into absolute harmony - perfect for both business and leisure travellers. It is equipped with all the facilities and modern conveniences that discerning travellers have come to expect. Breakfast can be enjoyed at Livingstone's restaurant offering a sumptuous international buffet. The Executive 5th floor, with the exclusive Executive Club Lounge, offers the travelling executive unsurpassed business services. Guests also have access to the casino, dining, and variety of recreation facilities of The Grand Palm, as well as the magnificent banquet and convention facilities of the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC).

Overnight and Breakfast are included.

Day 3
Today you will enjoy a full-day excursion to the film site of the movie: The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency.

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is a series of ten novels by British author Alexander McCall Smith. The eponymous agency is located in Gaborone, capital of Botswana. Its founder is a Motswana woman, Mma Precious Ramotswe, who features as the stories' protagonist and main detective. The episodic novels are as much about the adventures and foibles of different characters as they are about solving mysteries. Each book in the series follows on from the previous book. Lunch included.

Overnight and Breakfast are included.

Camp Okuti is a small and private camp catering for a maximum of 18 guests, accommodated in insect-proofed thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms and toilets complete in ceramic tiles.

Each chalet faces west and overlooks one of the Okavango Delta's most amazing lagoons with dazzling African sunsets. Camp Okuti staff and managers take every care to ensure that all your needs and requirements are met during your stay.

Camp Okuti's experience in the Okavango extends back to 1956, and the management includes well-trained, licensed game guides with camp staff who understand their guests' needs - the service is second-to-none in the Okavango Delta.

Camp Okuti introduces a variety of outings, both by boat and by vehicle. The ambience is, without logical doubt, in one of the most unique game and birding areas existing in Africa today.

Birds listed in the South African 'Red DataBook' indicate 103 species endangered, 40 of which are common in the Camp Okuti area! Camp Okuti offers a choice of 2 game viewing activities for an enjoyable Botwana safari experience.

Game drives in open safari vehicles where an abundance of large mammals can be found or powerboat excursions towards the upper delta, where, during breeding season, large concentrations of Heron and Stork may be seen at their nesting and procreation sites on this Botswana safari.

Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 5
Game activities as per the camp.
Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 6
This morning at a time to be advised locally, you will be transferred by light aircraft charter from Camp Okuti to Shinde.

Shinde is an island paradise in the northern part of the Delta.  Located at the edge of a lagoon, it is surrounded by clear waterways that flow over yellow sands and past palm-fringed islands teeming with birdlife and game.

Shinde is a photographer's delight.  Its remoteness has ensured that the wildlife here has not been subject to the ravages of tourist pressure and is still innocent and unafraid.  Various members of the antelope family, including the elusive sitatunga, whose elongated and splayed hooves enable it to walk on the unstable beds of reeds, especially favour the island. 

The well-equipped Delta craft will take you on an interesting trip to Gadikwe Island, where you will see a fascinating breeding colony of herons, egrets, pelicans, cormorants and storks.  Your guide will arrange walks, show you insects, a wide variety of birdlife and animals.  You may also wish to match your skills against the renowned fighting tiger fish, bream and pike.

Shinde's plentiful game and the silent waters of the Okavango combine to make your stay a rare experience indeed.

Game activities as per the camp. Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 7
Game activities as per the camp.
Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 8
Game activities as per the camp.
Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 9
This morning at a time to be advised locally, you will be transferred by light aircraft charter from Shinde to Kasane.  Upon arrival in Kasane, you will be met and transferred to Stanley Safari Lodge.

Stanley Safari Lodge is the exclusive oasis for the new explorers of the Victoria Falls. With only 10 private cottages it is able to give you an unmatched level of entirely personalized service. Bordering the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, with a view over the spray of the Victoria Falls in a distance, the exclusive Stanley Safari Lodge will take you back to the Africa of the 1920’s….

From every room at Stanley Safari Lodge, you can see the distant views of the spray of the Victoria Falls. Set on a hill overlooking un-spoilt bush, only 3 km birds-view from the river and the Victoria Falls, Stanley is a perfect base from which to explore the delights of the area – from river rafting and bungee jumping to sunset cruises, elephant back rides or walking with lions. You can dine outdoors under the stars, in the privacy of your suite, in the wine cellar or even in the infinity pool. The African style and furnishings of the lodge reflect the textures and patterns of Africa, and your hosts will do their best to make your stay a memorable one. Quiet and intimate, Stanley Safari Lodge will tailor your stay to suit you.

The Victoria Falls area boasts a wealth of activities to suit every taste
• Game drives, walking or boat safaris in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park (white rhino) or Chobe National Park (Botswana).
• Elephant back riding, horse riding.
• Visits to an authentic African village, museum, markets and of course the Victoria Falls.
• Helicopter or microlight flights.
• Canoeing, fishing, sunset river safari on the mighty Zambezi.
• Rafting, bungee jumping, abseiling, gorge swing and jet boating for the more adventurous.

Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Day 10
This morning you will be taken on a guided tour of the Victoria Falls.

Overnight with fully inclusive accommodation.

Transfer to Livingstone Airport for your departure flight to Johannesburg.

On arrival in Johannesburg connect with your flight back home.