13 Day Botswana Fly-in Overland Camping
Safari
- Departs
from Maun every Monday
Rate 2011
/ 12 € 1715.00 pp Valid till 31/12/2012
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Maun to Victoria Falls
Please note
that this tour operator have an age limit of 18 - 55 and therefore
those over
55 must sign a age consent/release!
Drifters might run the Botswana route as a double departure. As at this price is amazing for Botswana; this tour is extremely popular. Please expect to sometimes do this trip in reverse direction.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Open vehicle Game Drives, Wild Camping, Salt Pans, Victoria
Falls, Game Walks, Okavango Delta, Moremi & Chobe National Parks, Chobe
River Flood Plains, Savuti.
This fly-in tour option joins up with the 16 day overland tour in Maun and leaves it in Victoria Falls, or vice versa, thereby shortening the travelling time. Obviously with the flights one pays a premium and certain sections are forfeited. However, for those who dread the long distance travelling, or who have limited time, this tour is more convenient.
DAY 1: MAUN
(13 day fly-in passengers join here)
Leaving the pans, we drive directly to the DRIFTERS MAUN INN. This camp is situated on the banks of the Boteti River, near Maun, and offers us the opportunity to rid ourselves of the Makgadikgadi dust under a warm shower. In the afternoon we will visit Maun to resupply, and to collect any fly-in passengers before returning to the inn for a traditional "braai" and to camp the night. B L D
DAY 2-5: OKAVANGO DELTA
The Okavango, a massive river spilling
its contents into the Kalahari desert sands, creating one of the world’s only
true inland deltas, and a unique ecosystem that supports a huge variety of
animal and plant life. The sight of a nervous Lechwe pounding across a flooded
plain, the Jacana striding delicately amongst the flowering lilies, the Bee
Eater diving to prey on an unsuspecting insect, and of course the familiar
cry of the African Fish Eagle all combine to create one of nature’s masterpieces.
We spend three nights camping in a remote part of this wilderness, exploring
the area on foot and by mekoro, the traditional aquatic mode of transport.
There will also be time to simply appreciate the remoteness and serenity of
the area. Late on day 7 we return to the DRIFTERS MAUN INN to spruce up before
heading into town for a catered meal at a local restaurant (own expense).
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(In times of drought, it may not be possible to travel
by mekoro; on such occasions we will explore the delta on foot, by vehicle,
or we may replace a day in the delta with a visit to the Nxai Pan National
Park.)
DAY 6-10: FLEXIBLE GAME RESERVE PROGRAMME
(MOREMI/SAVUTI/CHOBE)
We pop back into Maun first thing in the
morning, and whilst the guide stocks up with supplies for the onward journey,
you have the option of an hour’s game flight over the delta (own expense).
Now we prepare for the game viewing part of the trip.
Perched high on our well equipped vehicle we head north into the wilderness,
passing remote villages and curio sellers along the way. We spend five days
in these reserves, starting with Moremi, camping the first night near the
well known 3rd Bridge. Drift off to sleep to the howl of the Hyena or the
earthy roar of a Lion, and even the deep grunt of a half submerged Hippo.
We then head on north via Xakanaxa to camp near North Gate. This area is excellent
for game viewing and we will conduct afternoon and morning drives along the
wetland areas. B L D
Then on up to Savuti where we normally spend two nights.
The area offers a multitude of game drive options and a very active campsite
(keep the fruit well hidden from the roving Elephant, and the meat from the
prowling Hyenas). The vegetation is constantly changing, from open plains,
palm trees and marshland, to dense Mopane woodlands and Acacia scrub. B L
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Moving into Chobe, famous for its large herds of Elephant,
which gather on the flood plains, we spend the morning exploring the banks
of the majestic Chobe River. Here we hope to see the Puku, found exclusively
on the Chobe flats. We then leave the park to camp on the banks of the river
in Kasane L D
DAY 11 - 12: VICTORIA FALLS
After the tedious sandy miles, it is with
new excitement that we make for Zimbabwe and the fantastic Victoria Falls,
" Mosi o Tunya ", the smoke that thunders. After admiring this wonder of the
world, various other places can be visited, such as the tribal village, the
big tree, the curio market and the crocodile farm. A 20 minute flip over the
falls or a boat trip on the Zambezi River are both worthwhile. Please note
that whilst in Victoria Falls it is possible to take part in the one day Zambezi
White Water Rafting adventure or even a suicidal bungi jump off the 100m high
bridge. This is an experience not to be missed, but allowance must be made
for the extra expense. We spend two nights at the Drifters Victoria Falls
Inn, thus allowing people the opportunity to explore, either on foot or bicycle,
by themselves. B D
The last night at Victoria Falls we all celebrate our
experiences with a slap-up meal at a local restaurant (own expense). Relax
to the sound of the African night and the distant roar of the falls and drink
the farewell toasts to your adventure. B
DAY 13:VICTORIA FALLS-NATA
The people flying out on the 13 day tour will do so here and overlanders will return to Botswana and complete the triangle back to Nata. B L
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
These trips require a valid passport and for certain
nationalities, a visa for Zimbabwe and Botswana. Malaria precautions are necessary.
A barrel bag or internal frame backpack is best suited for this trip (suitcases
will not be permitted). An extra tog bag or camera bag is allowed. Spending
money required will be for the restaurant meals, drinks, visas, tips curios,
(airport tax US$20-00 (subject to change), and airport transfer, for flying
pax only), and any other optional excursions. All trips are accompanied by
two professional guides for optimum efficiency, catering for a maximum of
14 people per vehicle. Remember, help us to help you by participating and
by keeping an open mind regarding flexibility. Our price includes all food,
coffee, tea, fruit juice at breakfast, transport, professional guides, mekoro
hire, accommodation, group equipment, permits and park entrance fees. (We
do not use the food kitty system). Our price does not include restaurant meals
where stipulated, visas, tips, curios, optional excursions, alcohol and soft
drinks, airport tax, airport transfers and air fares.
2011 / 12 Departures
07/01/2012 - 22/01/2012
14/01/2012 - 29/01/2012
21/01/2012 - 05/02/2012
28/01/2012 - 12/02/2012
04/02/2012 - 19/02/2012
11/02/2012 - 26/02/2012
18/02/2012 - 04/03/2012
25/02/2012 - 11/03/2012
03/03/2012 - 18/03/2012
10/03/2012 - 25/03/2012
17/03/2012 - 01/04/2012
24/03/2012 - 08/04/2012
31/03/2012 - 15/04/2012
07/04/2012 - 22/04/2012
14/04/2012 - 29/04/2012
21/04/2012 - 06/05/2012
28/04/2012 - 13/05/2012
05/05/2012 - 20/05/2012
12/05/2012 - 27/05/2012
19/05/2012 - 03/06/2012
26/05/2012 - 10/06/2012
02/06/2012 - 17/06/2012
09/06/2012 - 24/06/2012
16/06/2012 - 01/07/2012
23/06/2012 - 08/07/2012
30/06/2012 - 15/07/2012
07/07/2012 - 22/07/2012
14/07/2012 - 29/07/2012
21/07/2012 - 05/08/2012
28/07/2012 - 12/08/2012
04/08/2012 - 19/08/2012
11/08/2012 - 26/08/2012
18/08/2012 - 02/09/2012
25/08/2012 - 09/09/2012
01/09/2012 - 16/09/2012
08/09/2012 - 23/09/2012
15/09/2012 - 30/09/2012
22/09/2012 - 07/10/2012
29/09/2012 - 14/10/2012
06/10/2012 - 21/10/2012
13/10/2012 - 28/10/2012
20/10/2012 - 04/11/2012
27/10/2012 - 11/11/2012
03/11/2012 - 18/11/2012
10/11/2012 - 25/11/2012
17/11/2012 - 02/12/2012
24/11/2012 - 09/12/2012
01/12/2012 - 16/12/2012
08/12/2012 - 23/12/2012
15/12/2012 - 30/12/2012
22/12/2012 - 06/01/2013
29/12/2012 - 13/01/2013
