The BEST of BOTSWANA & ZAMBIA - Fly-in/out, Women Only, Wildlife-Photo Safari - 10 days/9 nights
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Botswana, a land of diverse beauties, is ideally located in the heart of southern Africa. Botswana has enjoyed remarkable economic growth since independence. From being one of the poorest countries, Botswana has emerged as one the fastest growing economies in the world. Its natural beauty lies in its wilderness, wildlife and cultural diversity.
The Okavango Delta, in the midst of the Kalahari sands, is Africa's largest and most beautiful oasis. The River Okavango, which rises in the highlands of Angola, never reaches the sea; instead, its mighty waters empty over the sand of the Kalahari Desert. Here the thirstland of the south meets a blue-green wilderness of fresh water, with emerald reedbeds and towering trees. The Okavango Delta is one of the world's greatest mysteries – water in a desert! The Kalahari Desert is the largest continuous stretch of sand in the world and within it lays the magnificent Okavango delta, an area that is home to a myriad of animal and bird species. The area is a magnificent expanse of waterways, floodplains, forested islands and lagoons that covers about 18,000 sq kms. This African oasis originates from a catchment area in Angola called the Cubango River that flows southeast through Namibia as the Kavango River and finally enters Botswana 1000 miles later as the Okavango River. Once here the fate of the River is determined by a series of parallel fault lines that lie deep below the desert surface. Once the river passes over the first fault line, known as the Gomare fault, it splits up into several waterways and channels that spread out and create that fan like pattern that is actually visible from space. When the water finally reaches the final two fault lines, known as the Kunyere and Thamalakane faults, the water is literally dammed up here and disappears into the Kalahari in an almost magical fashion.
Join this Roam Adventure to discover the beauty of Botswana and Zambia, one of the most beautiful safari destinations in southern Africa.
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ITINERARY
Travelers depart from US/Canada/their home in other countries for their overnight flight to Livingstone, Zambia.
Overnight International Flight - D
On arrival into Livingstone, Zambia, after clearing customs and collecting your bag, we meet as a group to travel together to our camp. Your ROAM associate will be present at the airport to meet everyone and get the group organized for our transfer. Next we transfer with our destination specialist representative by private vehicle to the Chundukwa River Lodge where we will spend one night. Game (wildlife) viewing activity after arrival.
Overnight Chundukwa River Lodge - D
About the Chundukwa River Lodge - Situated on the grassy banks of the Zambezi River just upstream from the mighty Victoria Falls, Chundukwa offers the best of both worlds when visiting the Victoria Falls-only 30 minute drive away, however far enough from the busy hotels and buzzing Helicopters to provide a real retreat for the mind and soul. Here you will find a fabulous array of birdlife (over 450 species at the last count) and stunning views of the Zambezi River from our elevated open-fronted Chalets. With Hippo grunting and campfire glowing, each day comes to an end with a uniquely African lullaby.
This morning our group will be collected from the lodge and taken on a tour of Victoria Falls. Following the tour we will transfer to Chobe Game Lodge (a private concession run by the local community) by way of Kasane for three nights. Game (wildlife) viewing activity after arrival.
Overnight Chobe Game Lodge - B/L/D
About the Chobe Game Lodge - Situated on the Chobe River in the North Eastern corner of Botswana's Chobe National Park, just twelve and a half miles upstream from the confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi rivers sits Chobe Game Lodge. Each of the 48 rooms is tastefully furnished with hand crafted Rhodesian teak furniture and walls decorated with original African carvings and paintings, which offset the graceful Moorish architecture, and every room has a stunning view across the Chobe River and Caprivi floodplains. Chobe National Park is home to the largest concentration of Elephant in Africa and during the dry season the herds congregate along the fertile flood plains of the Chobe River. Large herds of Buffalo also concentrate on the floodplains during the dry season. Guests can also enjoy a sunset cruise down the Chobe River. Cruises on small boats or aboard the Mosi-oa-Tunya, afford spectacular wildlife viewing and enable you to experience unforgettable African sunsets. Game viewing on the Chobe River is conducted by small, shallow draft and highly maneuverable boats piloted by expert boatmen. Your resident professional guides offer slide shows, star gazing presentations, garden and river walks as well as walking safaris in the nearby Kasane forests.
Facilities within Chobe Game Lodge include a well-stocked curio shop, a stylish bar with an outside terrace overlooking the Chobe River and a cigar bar with a full sized billiard table. The boma (outdoor eating area enclosed by reed walls) is situated under large Mahogany trees on the banks of the Chobe River. Other facilities include a large swimming pool with a terrace, a riverside boma area where traditional dancers perform, a gym, beauty & spa treatments, a reference library with a lounge and terrace. Business needs are met by a fully equipped conference room and a business centre. Meals are catered for at the terrace restaurant overlooking the Chobe River.
Chobe Game Lodge game drives are conducted in open sided 4x4 vehicles ensuring maximum visibility. Guests can also enjoy a sunset cruise down the Chobe River. Cruises on small boats or aboard the Mosi-oa-Tunya, afford spectacular wildlife viewing and unforgettable African sunsets. Game viewing on the Chobe River is conducted by small, shallow draft and highly manoeuvrable boats piloted by expert boatmen. Your resident professional guides offer slide shows, star gazing presentations, garden and river walks as well as walking safaris in the nearby Kasane forests.
On morning and evening safari game (wildlife) viewing drives in Chobe National Park both days!
Overnight Chobe Game Lodge - B/L/D
Today, after check out we transfer by private charter flight to Khwai (approximate flight length: 35 min.) where we will spend two nights at the Khwai Luxury Tented Camp. Game (wildlife) viewing activity after arrival.
Overnight Khwai Luxury Tented Camp - B/L/D
About The Khwai Luxury Tented Camp - the camp is the perfect blend and co-existence between man and nature, where you will experience the best of wildlife in Botswana's iconic Moremi Game Reserve combined with a taste of culture in the old village of Khwai. This is the old African safari experience, luxury semi-permanent tented camp Hemingway style that takes you back to experiencing Africa in a tent in a wilderness area. It is a combination of luxury camping and a permanent camp with the best wildlife highlights set in a community based wildlife resource area.
Cuisine : although the camp is very remote in the bush, we pride ourselves on genuine cuisine prepared in traditional bush-style with high quality, tasteful, fresh products. The day starts with early morning buffet breakfast, before the morning game drive, and will be followed by a brunch made of various fresh ingredients. Snacks and cakes are available through the day, sundowner drinks are offered either during game drives or in front of the campfire. A wide selection of drinks is available at the bar.
About the Moremi Game Reserve - Wildlife & Activities
The environment : Khwai is a private community run concession on the eastern border of the Moremi Game Reserve along the river Khwai. The magnificent Khwai River forms a boundary between the reserve and the community area, and is the hub for some of the most outstanding wildlife viewing both on the Moremi and in the Khwai area. The river is the sole source of water for miles around attracting wildlife from afar. The vegetation here is quite different from the Western section of Moremi where great stands of leadwood and mopane woodlands occur in close proximity to open grasslands and the Khwai River.
Wildlife : Wildlife encountered include lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, as well as a multitude of other animals, including elephant, buffalo, zebra, hippo and giraffe to name a few.
The Khwai Community: It is quite unusual for a camp to be so close to a village, and this village is home to river bushmen from the Bayei group, who carry out a naturally harmonious lifestyle. As Khwai concession is community run, all proceeds from tourism go directly to help local people and local projects through the Khwai Community Trust.
Activities : Game drives, guided walks and night drives, village visits to the Khwai Community, day trips to Moremi Game Reserve. This being a community CONCESSION (meaning privately owned), we will enjoy night drives as well as walking activities, which are not permitted in National Parks or Game Reservesin addition to the usual game drives. Exploring after dark with spotlights offers you an opportunity to experience some of the nocturnal animals that are rarely encountered during theday. There is the added opportunity to explore the surrounding wilderness on foot and enjoy an up close personal encounter with the flora and fauna.
Visitors are encouraged to walk through the village of Khwai, meet some of the elders, and learn how the people live alongside animals in close contact to nature.
Our guides are some of the most experienced naturalists and professional guides in Botswana
On morning and evening safari game (wildlife) viewing drives in Moremi Game Reserve.
Overnight Khwai Luxury Tented Camp - B/L/D
Today, we transfer by private charter to Moremi Crossing (approximate flight length: 25 min.) where we will spend three nights. Game (wildlife) viewing activity after arrival.
Overnight Moremi Crossing - B/L/D
About Moremi Crossing - the camp is a 16 tented camp built on a palm fringed island surrounded by the Moremi's game-rich seasonal floodplains and overlooking Chief's Island. Moremi Crossing will be a new style safari camp combining luxury with simplicity. This is a 100% eco-friendly development featuring the latest in solar and waste disposal technology. The main building consists of a large open plan deck that has a spectacular view over the Boro River onto Chief's Island. This crescent-shaped area is built on different levels to give you the feeling of space. The dining room, bar and lounge are covered by a large thatched roof that hugs the tree line. Various small private lounge areas have been created for comfort, privacy and spaciousness. Within the tree line you will find a nice shaded decked area that leads to the pool. Moremi also has a Curio Shop where you may pick up some mementos which will remind you of your stay.
About The Okavango Delta - the delta is an immense river that never meets the sea. Instead, its crystal clear waters spread across the Kalahari Desert, forming Africa 's largest wetland wonder. The Delta is an abundant oasis amid the vast plains and pans of the desert that covers most of Southern Africa . Its waterways are a mesh of meandering and intercepting channels, creating a haven for Africa 's most celebrated wildlife.
Moremi Crossing offers a personalized wildlife experience through the provision of high quality guiding services and new custom made boats. We'll enjoy water safari (game viewing activities) including half or full day Mokoro Trips with Game Walks and Sunset Motorboat Cruises.
On morning and evening safari game (wildlife) drives/Water game viewing activities in the Moremi Game Reserve!
Overnight Moremi Crossing - B/L/D
Today we transfer by private charter to Maun airport, arriving in time to check in for our return flights home. B
B = Breakfast Included, L = Lunch Included, D = Dinner Included
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TRIP DATES - April 4 - 13, 2013 (10 days/9 nights)
TRIP PRICE - $8,495 USD per person, land-all-inclusive
--optional single supplement (if wanting your own private room, no sharing) - add US$2,490 USD
Room-shares guaranteed on all trips, if you don't want to pay a single supplement fee.
Group Size - 12 women
Trip Rating - Easy to Moderate
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