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Botswana Safari

Migration Routes - Botswana Safari

Combination Classic serviced camping in private concessions & a small lodge in Zambia - 9 nights

Okavango Delta, Chobe, Linyanti and Lower Zambezi

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Mekoro excursion on The Migration Routes Safari Buffalo herd on Moremi - Migration Routes Safari Elephant herd at a water hole - Migration Routes Safari Camp fire and guests on the Migration Routes Safari

Experience a nostalgic camping safari that recreates a sense of wildlife viewing adventure reminiscent of the times of the early African explorers.

Adventurer Camping Facilities:
(Linyanti Adventurer Camp, Khwai Adventurer Camp & Xigera Mokoro Trail): 9.84 feet x 9.84 feet dome tents, complete with mini-verandas. Pure cotton linen (with duvets) on GI stretchers, bedside table with light and mini luggage benches finish the interior. Evening campfires are the norm and hurricane lanterns add to the atmosphere. The bathrooms are en-suite with the entrance to the canvas-wrap open air bathroom (zip door) through the rear of tent. There is a serviced en-suite tin bucket shower – with hot water available whenever guests require it. The bathroom in each tent has a short-drop toilet (Xigera Mokoro Trail has chemical toilets), with a separate toilet near the main area available for use during the day.

Adventurer camping aims to bring the guest closer to nature, by means of lively campfires, hurricane lanterns, diverse activities and a warm atmosphere permeating the camp (and its simple comforts). Adventurer camps are specifically outfitted to create that camping feel with a clear emphasis on essential comforts and pristine wilderness experience.

Guides: Highly skilled professional guides lead our safaris. The guides share the adventure and impart their vast knowledge of the natural world, history and culture. Their years of experience in the field and depth of understanding of animal behavior and the environment will leave you with a sense of complete wonder. Many of our guides are also skilled photographers and can assist you in capturing amazing wildlife photographs. Our guides are also available to lead private safaris and specialist trips.

Exclusive experience: To ensure as much privacy and exclusivity as possible, most areas in which we travel are private concessions in prime locations. All Explorations camps are private and for the use of Wilderness Explorations guests only, while The River Club and air linkages are shared with other guests.

Routes: Zambia to Maun (& vice versa).

Time: We have specifically allowed for a three-night stay at Linyanti Adventurer Camp and on the Xigera Mokoro Trail; in a journey of this nature, guests thus have the time to relax and unwind while at the same time fully appreciating an in-depth introduction to the diversity of the area as well as its activities.

Transfers: To maximize guests' travel time, a variety of transport modes that bring out the best of each area is used including flying in light aircraft and overland transfers in customized 4X4 safari vehicles. 4x4 tracks in certain wilderness areas are not maintained, take time to traverse and may be bumpy at times. As a result some of the road transfers can take a full day with lunch and ample game viewing opportunities en route.

Private safari options: Tailored Explorations are available on flexible dates, accommodation and itineraries, for groups of up to eight guests. These are also ideal for families or for small groups from four guests.

THE WILD KALAHARI: Consider the The Wild Kalahari safari as a recommended add-on to this safari.
The Migration Routes concentrates on the savannah biome. The Wild Kalahari Exploration is an ideal opportunity to experience a very different ecosystem – The Kalahari Desert and links effortlessly after certain Migration Routes departures, adding a three-night stay at Deception Valley, Central Kalahari game Reserve.

In the winter months, the Kalahari is more typically a desert-type system: warm and dry. Game viewing remains productive and moves into the vegetated dunal belt and pan systems surrounding the valleys; a series of ecologically placed waterholes further enhance wildlife viewing. Gemsbok, springbok and blue wildebeest are commonly seen. Predator concentrations can be good and sightings of lions are complemented with some of the best cheetah viewing in Africa. Wild dog and leopard are seen on occasion and black-backed jackal and bat-eared fox also occur. Other mammal possibilities include southern giraffe, steenbok, red hartebeest and the charismatic ground squirrels and meerkats (suricates).

Safari Style:  Adventurer

The Migration Routes Safari map

SAFARI COST (2012):
02-Mar to 31-May 2012: $4,940 per person sharing
01-Jun to 31-Oct 2012: $5,130 per person sharing
01-Nov to 26-Nov 2012: $4,940 per person sharing

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (2012):
02-Mar to 31-May 2012: $610
01-Jun to 31-Oct 2012: $680
01-Nov to 26-Nov 2012: $610

Note: If a guest is willing to share and we can match with another guest of the same gender, the single supplement will not be charged. However, if there is no suitable match, the single supplement surcharge will apply. No triple rooms are accepted.



DAY 1; (1 Night)
RIVER CLUB - Livingstone, Zambia
            Jump to River Club
All scheduled Migration Routes stay at The River Club except for the 21 July 2012 departure, which is booked at Toka Leya Camp.

The spectacular Victoria FallsAfter arrival in Livingstone you will be met by a representative and transferred directly for a guided tour of the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. At 1708 metres (5604 feet) wide, it is the largest curtain of water in the world and drops 103 metres (338 feet) into the basalt depths of the sheer Zambezi Gorge.

The River Club lies dreaming in dappled shade on the Zambian banks of the Zambezi River, 18km (11 miles) upstream from the world-famous Victoria Falls. Its main area is a well-appointed Edwardian-style house, with a comfortable lounge, large dining room, impressive library and wide veranda on which breakfasts and teas are taken. Manicured lawns (where midday meals are often served) spread out beneath the trees and a croquet court is an ideal venue for a Pimm'ssoaked croquet game. The pool has been built to seem part of the river itself and a secluded deck with hammocks and loungers provides respite. Meals can also be enjoyed on occasion in the summer house or gazebo.

Ten luxury thatched chalets overlook the Zambezi River and have en-suite facilities including a bath, shower, toilet and basin. All the rooms have fans and air-conditioning (hot and cold). The rooms are all completely open in the front, giving guests uninterrupted views of the Zambezi.


DAYS 2 - 4; (3 Nights)
Chobe River Boat Cruise, Chobe National Park and LINYANTI ADVENTURER CAMP - Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Botswana          (Fully serviced camping)

Lion pride and game drive in LinayntiAfter a full breakfast, we leave Zambia and enter the Chobe National Park in Botswana by way of the Kazungula border, a point where the four countries of Botswana, Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe meet.

Enjoy a leisurely shaded boat cruise along the Chobe River, with a light lunch. This boat cruise offers a unique opportunity to observe puku, large herds of elephant, numerous pods of hippo and large crocodiles, as well as enjoying fantastic views of other general game and diverse birdlife.

We then depart by road for the Linyanti region. This interesting drive exposes the group to the rural way of life along the northernmost tip of Botswana and also affords views across the Chobe and Linyanti Rivers into Namibia's Caprivi Strip. The last part of the road journey is a game drive as we approach the Linyanti, where our pre-erected Linyanti Adventurer Camp is situated. This part of the Linyanti is famed for its myriad of changing landscapes, from riverine to savannah and from forest to plains.

The Linyanti region's life-giving perennial waters attract herds of wildlife that walk well-worn game paths to slake their thirst in the dry season. Predators follow in their footsteps and, coupled with the area's diversity of habitat, make for exciting game viewing.


DAYS 5 - 7; (3 Nights)
KHWAI ADVENTURER CAMP - Khwai Concession, Northeastern Okavango Delta, Botswana          (Fully serviced camping)

Leopards are common throughout the DeltaAfter breakfast, we drive to the airstrip for light aircraft transfer to Khwai Adventurer Camp.

Khwai Adventurer Camp is located in a private concession just north of the Khwai River above the Moremi Game Reserve. The Khwai Concession is one of the most diverse areas in northern Botswana which seldom disappoints when it comes to producing extraordinary wildlife experiences. The life source for this area is the Khwai River – the northernmost "finger" of the Okavango Delta alluvial fan, which provides vital sustenance to numerous animals.

Over time, the Khwai area has metamorphosed into a wide range of exciting wildlife habitats – some of the most varied to be found in the entire Okavango Delta: a blend of forests, floodplain, wetland and grasslands. The narrow Khwai Channel is home to large mammals such as hippo and crocodile with buffalo and red lechwe often seen grazing along the fringe. The beautiful gallery riverine woodland found along the river provides further sanctuary to birds, primates and leopard. Elusive roan antelope often come to the river to drink. Activities focus around day and night game drives, nature walks and seasonal mokoro excursions.

Away from the river there is a wonderful mix of acacia and leadwood trees of varying sizes that abuts into mopane woodland. The latter, together with the permanent presence of water, attracts large numbers of elephant to the area. Larger predators include lion, wild dog and spotted hyaena, while birdlife found here is just as varied thanks to the colourful palette of habitats.


DAYS 8 - 9; (2 Nights)
XIGERA MOKORO TRAILS - Okavango Delta, Botswana
            Jump to Xigera Mokoro Trail

Guests on a Xigera Mokoro Trail ssfariWe fly by light aircraft to the water-filled paradise of the remote Xigera area, within the Moremi Game Reserve. Xigera is the ultimate Okavango Delta experience, with serene waters flowing through innumerable channels around remote islands and a profusion of plant and animal birdlife.

There is no better way to experience the Okavango than to travel through it by mokoro and camping out on a vegetated island – all essential elements of the Xigera Mokoro Trails. The experience is aimed at highlighting the permanently flooded inner Delta, in the serene waterways and on the islands of trees and bush.

Mokoro activities enable up-close encounters with an excellent diversity of birdlife (including Pel's Fishing-Owl), frogs and some game species, some specially adapted to water, such as the familiar red lechwe.


DAY 10
Bid farewell to the adventure as we transfer by light aircraft to Maun Airport.

NOTE:  TAILOR-MADE ITINERARY OPTIONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE ON FLEXIBLE DATES, FOR GROUPS OF UP TO EIGHT GUESTS.

SAFARI NOTES:
• Each departure is guaranteed from a minimum of 2 confirmed guests, with a maximum of 8 guests per safari.
• Age Limits – Children from the age of 12 are welcome on all scheduled departures. For groups with children under 12, we suggest creating a private tailor-made safari, subject to a different cost. For guests over the age of 75, a certified medical certificate of full health must be provided.
• Luggage limitation of 20 kgs per person in a soft bag. This limit includes camera equipment and hand luggage.  Passengers weighing more than 100kg (220 lbs) must please advise us in advance, as an extra seat will then have to be costed into the package for safety purposes.
• We reserve the right, due to situations beyond our control, to substitute a lodge or location with another of comparable quality. This will be advised timeously.
• Due to seasonally fluctuating water levels in the Selinda Spillway, we may need to switch the road transfer from Kasane – Linyanti to a flight and the flight from Linyanti to Lechwe Island to a road transfer. This will not affect the trip or costs in a negative way.
• There is a limitation of 2 single tents per safari, and a maximum number of 5 tents at any site while on safari. No single supplement is payable. When there are more than 2 single guests on a safari, we will attempt to match guests with another guest of the same gender. No triple rooms are accepted.
• Please note that all scheduled Exploration safaris operate with a minimum of two guests. Should all other bookings on an Exploration cancel or that there is only a single guest booked, we will convert the booking to an FIT package, which is in all likelihood subject to a higher price.
• Flashlights/ torches: Please ensure that a minimum 2-D cell flashlight is brought on safari, with spare batteries. Head lamps are also useful. Flashlights are not provided.
• Camera battery charging facilities: Please note that a 12V cigarette lighter adaptor will be required (that is compatible with camera make) on this safari for charging batteries while on game drive or transfer drives. No 110/ 240V outlets are available, except at Mosi Discoverer Camp in Zambia.
• Dietary requirements and special occasions: Due to remote locality of Adventurer camps, please ensure that full dietary requirements and special occasions are advised at the time of your booking confirmation.
• We will have a minimum of 2 - 3 camp assistants in addition to the guide at each camp.
• Our open vehicles are specially designed and extended 4 x 4 Land Rovers or Land Cruisers. They seat eight guests in comfort. The vehicles are designed so that all guests have good all-round visibility (although the rear part of the vehicle is closed to lessen the dust entering the vehicle while driving). The large open window and roof areas offer good visibility and promote photographic opportunities, while at the same time being able to close for seasonal rainy weather en-route. Each vehicle is custom-built to our own standards and includes a fridge and a small field guide book library.
• Please ensure you have a sufficient amount of US Dollars/Euro in cash of small denominations, as it is difficult to get any US$ or Euros within Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. We suggest that you allow US$25 per day to cover the cost of decent basic souvenirs (within reason). For expensive souvenirs allow extra. All domestic departure taxes on charter flights are included in the price of your safari.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
• Accommodation on a sharing basis.
• All meals from dinner on Day 1 to the end of the scheduled safari.
• A reasonable amount of soft drinks, mineral water, wine and beer at meal times as well as local spirits while within Botswana, such as gin & amarula.
• National park fees.
• Activities, guided tour of the Victoria Falls as specified in the detailed itinerary.
• Internal seat-on charters (as well as departure taxes) as specified in the detailed information.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
• Flights (other than specified in the detailed safari itinerary).
• Visas.
• Compulsory insurance.
• All relevant entry and departure government taxes.
• All drinks in Zambia (except house wine at dinner time).
• All personal purchases (including curios, spirit liquors, telephone calls etc.)
• Gratuities.
• Laundry service not available; detergent can be provided on request.
• Optional extra activities.
• Pre and post safari tours, meals or accommodation before or after the safari.


2012 DATES
SCHEDULED SAFARI DATES - 2012
Departure
Date
Language
Departing
From
Ending
Date
Ending
In
02 March
English
Livingstone
11 March
Maun
08 March
English
Livingstone
17 March
Maun
14 March
English
Livingstone
23 March
Maun
26 March
English
Livingstone
04 April
Maun
04 April
English
Livingstone
13 April
Maun
10 April
English
Livingstone
19 April
Maun
16 April
English/German
Livingstone
25 April
Maun
22 April
English
Livingstone
01 May
Maun
25 April
English
Livingstone
04 May
Maun
04 May
English
Livingstone
13 May
Maun
10 May
English
Livingstone
19 May
Maun
25 May
English/German
Livingstone
03 June
Maun
03 June
English
Livingstone
12 June
Maun
06 June
English
Livingstone
15 June
Maun
18 June
English
Livingstone
27 June
Maun
21 June
English
Livingstone
30 June
Maun
27 June
English
Livingstone
06 July
Maun
30 June
English
Livingstone
09 July
Maun
09 July
English/German
Livingstone
18 July
Maun
12 July
English
Livingstone
21 July
Maun
15 July
English
Livingstone
24 July
Maun
21 July
English
Livingstone
30 July
Maun
24 July
English
Livingstone
02 August
Maun
27 July
English
Livingstone
05 August
Maun
02 August
English
Livingstone
11 August
Maun
05 August
English
Livingstone
14 August
Maun
08 August
English
Livingstone
17 August
Maun
17 August
English
Livingstone
26 August
Maun
26 August
English
Livingstone
04 September
Maun
29 August
English
Livingstone
07 September
Maun
01 September
English
Livingstone
10 September
Maun
07 September
English
Livingstone
16 September
Maun
13 September
English
Livingstone
22 September
Maun
19 September
English
Livingstone
28 September
Maun
22 September
English
Livingstone
01 October
Maun
25 September
English
Livingstone
04 October
Maun
01 October
English
Livingstone
10 October
Maun
04 October
English
Livingstone
13 October
Maun
13 October
English
Livingstone
22 October
Maun
16 October
English
Livingstone
25 October
Maun
19 October
English
Livingstone
28 October
Maun
25 October
English
Livingstone
03 November
Maun
02 November
English/German
Livingstone
11 November
Maun
17 November
English
Livingstone
26 November
Maun

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