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9 Day Out of Africa Safari


This luxurious safari takes you through breath taking wilderness areas en-route to some of the most prestigious Lodges in the Okavango Delta & Chobe regions. This safari gives you maximum exposure to wildlife & the environment by opting for driving & boating instead of flying between Lodges. We use specially equipped vehicles that are designed for your comfort & to maximize sightings of game species. Throughout the safari your private & Professional Guide will accompany you. Your private Guide & vehicle provides the maximum flexibility in terms of duration & intensity of the safari.

Stage highlights:
Excellent Wildlife Safari

Stage duration:9 Days

Day 1:- Camp Moremi

safari guests are met by their Professional Guide at Maun Airport. Your guide will take you into the town of Maun for lunch & a pre safari briefing. After lunch we head for Camp Moremi which is situated on the beautiful Xaxanaka Lagoon in the heart of the Okavango Delta within the Moremi Game Reserve. Xaxanaka is renown as one of the best game viewing areas in Botswana. On arrival at the Lodge we will settle into our luxurious accommodation before heading out for our afternoon game drive activity.

Stage highlights:
Moremi Game Reserve offers some of the best game viewing in Botswana.

Stage duration:1 Day

Day 2 and 3:- Kwara Camp

After an early morning breakfast we will depart by boat exploring the Okavango channels & lagoons teaming with an abundance of birds & animals. We head for Kwara Camp, one of the largest exclusive private concessions in the Delta. Over the next two days we will explore this concession extensively by doing game walks, mekoro (traditional dugout canoe) excursions, game drives off road & at night with spotlights. Kwara Camp is situated in a large tree-covered island & under this dramatic canopy hides eight East African style safari tents with en-suite facilities. The camp has a small gift shop, lounge, bar, dining room & small plunge pool.

Stage highlights:
The night drives add spice to the already exciting days.

Stage duration:2 Days

Day 4:- Camp Moremi

On day 4 we return by powerboat along the beautiful Okavango channels back to Camp Moremi. This Camp accommodates guests in East African style safari tents with private bathrooms. The Camp consists of a raised deck swimming pool, boma, elevated observation platform, lounge, diningroom & stylish cocktail bar. On arrival at Camp we will be checked in to our accommodation, have lunch & an afternoon siesta. In the afternoon we will indulge in a long leisurely game drive.

Stage highlights:
Overnight is the luxurious camp.

Stage duration:1 Day

Day 5 and 6:- Savuti Safari Lodge

After an early breakfast we spend the day game driving to Savute Safari Lodge & lunch en-route. During this drive you will experience a dramatic change in the landscape, traveling from the lush surroundings of the Okavango to the now dry Savute marshland, reminiscent of the Serengeti Planes. Savute Safari Lodge peers out from ancient camelthorn trees on the banks of the now dry Savute Channel, part of the dynamic Savute eco-system, renowned for its large concentration of elephant & large lion prides.

Savute Safari Lodge accommodates guests in contemporary furnished luxury wood, thatch & glass safari suites ideal for the hot & dry conditions.

Large private viewing decks & en-suite facilities with walk in showers, combine to make Savute Lodge an unforgettable experience. The Lodge also has a swimming pool on a raised wooden teak deck overlooking the channel, affording guests the opportunity to watch game while swimming.

Activities while staying at Savute Safari Lodge will consist of morning & afternoon game drives in the Savute Marsh & a visit to the ancient San Rock Paintings at Gubatsa Hills.

Stage highlights:
The stay at Savuti Safari Lodge together with the activities make this stay unforgettable.

Stage duration:2 Days

Day 7 and 8:- Chobe Game Lodge

We leave Savute early in the morning & lunch en route heading for the Chobe Game Lodge, the only permanent Lodge situated within the Chobe National Park. On this drive you will experience another change of diverse landscape from the dry Savute Marshland to the lush Chobe River banks, teaming with large herds of elephant & buffalo. On arrival at Chobe Game Lodge we will check into our luxurious air condition accommodation with en-suite facilities. In the afternoon we will enjoy a sunset boatcruise on the Chobe River.

The facilities at the Lodge include a large swimming pool with terrace, a riverside Boma area where traditional dancers perform & meals are catered for at the Terrace Restaurant overlooking the Chobe River. The activities at Chobe Game Lodge will consist of morning & afternoon game drives.

Stage highlights:
Here comes your chance to view large herds of elephant and buffalo.

Stage duration:2 Days

Day 9:- End of tour

Today is the end of your tour. Guests safari will be transferred to Livingstone Airport in Zambia for their connecting flight.

Stage highlights:
Your last drive through the bush on this safari.

Stage duration:1 Day

Cost includes:-
Experienced professional guide for your own personal attention, Wholesome & healthy meals per day, all alcoholic drinks & beverages, Game walks, Mekoro excursions (traditional dug out canoes), Game drives, Night drives, Boat cruises & ox wagon trip, Intimate Camps with personal service, Complimentary laundry services, Specially equipped Private vehicle, Transfer to Livingstone airport

Cost Excludes:-
Personal Insurance, Items of a personal nature, Gratuities, Optional activities.

Departure dates:-
16/10/2003, 16/11/2003

Baggage Limits:-
One backpack or similar sized luggage and 1 daypack.

Age Limits:-
Minimum Age:- 16 Maximum Age:- 70

Passenger Limit:-
6

What to bring along:-
Hat, camera, film, binoculars, sunblock, comfortable walking shoes, long-sleeved cotton shirt, cotton trousers, insect repellant. Please see our additional information on this website for more.

Price:-
The cost of the 9 Day Out of Africa Safari is USD 3360.00

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