South Africa Tours and Safaris. South Africa, Namibia and Botswana

7 DAYS - CHOBE SAVANNA, OKAVANGO & MOREMI SAFARI

SAFRI TYPE: Fly In Safari
DUARTION: 7 Days / 6 Nights
DEPARTURE DATE: Any date of your choice
DEPARTURE LOCATION: Maun or Kasane or Victoria Falls
TOUR ENDS: Maun or Kasane or Victoria Falls
TRANSPORT: Light fixed wing aircraft

ROUTING HIGHLIGHTS:
Chobe National Park - The Chobe Riverfront - Okavango Delta - Xakanaxa Lagoon - Moremi Game Reserve - Chobe Savanna Lodge - Camp Okavango - Camp Moremi

THE CHOBE RIVERFRONT - The Chobe Riverfront forms part of the Chobe National Park and is located on the northern border of Botswana, this pristine wilderness, ranges from the verdant flood grassland and thickets beside the Chobe River to forest, Mopane woodland and scrub.
Along the riverfront the wildlife roams in profusion and diversity. The elephant population, estimated to number in excess 30,000, is the largest single concentration in Africa surviving within the confines of a proclaimed National Park.
During the harsh season, the herds migrate south to north and congregate along the perennial Chobe Rivers fertile flood plains. Bird life is abundant and diverse with in excess of 450 species recorded.

OKAVANGO DELTA - Probably the best known area of Botswana is the Okavango Delta. This area is one of the world's largest inland water systems, a unique oasis of life in the centre of the Kalahari Desert. It stretches over 15,000km² and supports a staggering variety of animal, plant and bird life. Many of the larger herbivores are present and include elephant, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and antelope species as well as numerous smaller animals. The carnivore populations are healthy and widespread including lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena, crocodile and jackal. In addition to the animal populations, the Delta is home to a staggering variety of birds.

MOREMI GAME RESERVE - Moremi is lush and varied - a patchwork of lagoons, shallow flooded pans, plains and forests. It is one of Africa's finest areas for wildlife, with particularly high game densities. The animals found here are numerous, relaxed and often allow vehicles to approach closely.

XAKANAXA LAGOON - In the heart of Moremi, at the tip of the Mopane Tongue, lies Xakanaxa Lagoon. Leopard and cheetah are regularly seen and the density of antelope is amazing. The area's birdlife is exceptionally varied, from innumerable herons, egrets, storks and other waders to many species of sparrow hawks, buzzards and kites.

ITINERARY:

Day 1 & Day 2
Chobe River - Eastern Caprivi
On arrival at the Maun or Kasane you will be met by a company representative, who will collect you for your road transfer to Kasane Immigration and assist you onto your boat for your transfer to Chobe Savanna Lodge. Enjoy a cruise along the famous Chobe River to Chobe Savanna Lodge.

Enjoy 2 nights at Chobe Savanna Lodge, located in the Eastern Caprivi on the banks of the Chobe River in Namibia, overlooking the Chobe National Park, on a fully inclusive basis. Chobe Savanna Lodge comprises of 12 luxury-thatched chalets, all with private decks, a combined bedroom / lounge area and en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are air conditioned, and have complimentary mini bars.

Spend 2 nights at Chobe Savanna Lodge, located in the Eastern Caprivi on the banks of the Chobe River in Namibia, overlooking the Chobe National Park, on a fully inclusive basis. Chobe Savanna Lodge comprises of 12 luxury-thatched chalets, all with private decks, a combined bedroom / lounge area and en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are air conditioned, and have complimentary mini bars.

Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Boat excursions by small highly manoeuvrable motorboats, ideal for close up encounters with large game along the rivers edge
Fishing opportunities
Depending on the time of year, guests are also offered the opportunity to take canoe excursions along the river or walking excursions on the Private Concession that makes up Savanna, and
For those interested in learning more about the local Kuomboka and Barotseland communities that inhabit remote areas of the Chobe River, the lodge arranges small private excursions to witness real African life
Accommodation: Chobe Savanna Lodge

Day 3 & Day 4
Nxaragha Island, Okavango Delta
Today you will be transferred by your charter flight to Camp Okavango, an exhilarating journey to the heart of the Okavango Delta.
Spend 2 nights at Camp Okavango, situated on remote Nxaragha Island, assuring a year-round water wilderness experience, on a fully inclusive basis.

Camp Okavango comprises of 11 East African-style safari tents individually situated on raised teak platforms with en-suite ablution facilities and private sun decks. Each tent is exquisitely furnished with an African teak wardrobe, luggage rack, dressing table, bedside pedestals and traditional director's chairs, his and hers towel robes as well as tea and coffee making facilities are also provided to make guests' stay as comfortable as possible.

Other facilities include a dining room, which leads onto an expansive open-air patio for evenings around a blazing campfire, a cocktail bar, lounge, wildlife reference library, and a secluded bird-viewing hide, shaded hammocks, reading benches and a delightful sun-deck and plunge pool for relaxation during the hot midday hours.

Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Exploring the Okavango by canoe (mokoro) and motorboat
Fly-fishing opportunities; and
Guided nature walks on the various islands afford an opportunity to track some of the larger species that inhabit this water wilderness.
Accommodation: Camp Okavango

Day 5 & Day 6
Xakanaxa Lagoon, Moremi Game Reserve
Today you will be transferred by boat from Camp Okavango to Camp Moremi.
Spend 2 nights at Camp Moremi, situated on the beautiful Xakanaxa Lagoon on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta, within the Moremi Game Reserve, on a fully inclusive basis. Camp Moremi comprises of 11 East African-style safari tents, individually situated on raised teak platforms with a private bathroom situated adjacent to the tent, located on the raised platform and private sun decks.

Each tent is exquisitely furnished with an African teak wardrobe, luggage rack, dressing table, bedside pedestals and traditional director's chairs, his and hers towel robes as well as tea and coffee making facilities are also provided to make guests' stay as comfortable as possible. Other facilities include a raised deck swimming pool, covered Boma and elevated observation platform and dining area with cocktail bar.

Enjoy 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
Game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Moremi Game Reserve,
Explore the Xakanaxa Lagoon and surrounding Okavango channels by motorboat, which affords excellent bird watching opportunities.
Accommodation: Camp Moremi

Day 7
Departure
Terminating in Maun: After breakfast, you will be transferred to Camp Moremi's airstrip for your charter flight to Maun and for your onward arrangements.
Terminating in Kasane: After breakfast, you will be transferred to Camp Moremi's airstrip for your charter flight to Kasane Airport.

Included:
o Accommodation, scheduled activities & laundry services (on request)
o All meals, refreshments, local spirits & wines
o Emergency medical evacuation insurance
o Complimentary mini bar at Chobe Savanna Lodge
o National park fees and all government levies & taxes