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SAFARI 2 - Spirit of Botswana

Section 3: 6-Day Moremi and Chobe cultural safari

See also:

• Section 1: Into the Kalahari with Bushman guides and Botswana Safari
• Section 2: 4 Days, canoe trip (mokoro) into the Okavango Delta and village visit

Introduction

On this trip we will travel through the two great game reserves of Moremi and Chobe. The driving conditions vary according to the season but rain or shine this is a true African four-wheel drive expedition.

Moremi is encompassed by the channels of the Okavango Delta and therefore offers contrasting scenery and habitats from marshland to riverine forests and dry savannas. Due to the variety of scenery the game viewing is superb.

Chobe National Park has the Savuti area to the south and the Chobe river to the north. The Savuti area was once a marsh which is now dry, the dry savannas are presided over by several rocky outcrops where Bushman paintings can be viewed. The dry open savannas are home to big herds of elephant and large prides of lion are also to be found in this area.

The Chobe river and its flood plains are in lush contrast with Savuti. The game concentrates around the river which therefore offers superb game viewing at all times of the year but especially in the dry months of June to October.

At the end of the safari we reach Kasane, a small town at the north end of Chobe National Park and close to the border with Zimbabwe The tour ends in Kasane but there are optional activities of boat cruises and day trips and/ or connections to Vic Falls and Zambia. For those requiring it we provide a transfer to Kasane International airport.

The ITINERARY

Day 1: Into Moremi Game Reserve

Depart from Maun and after the first 47kms on a tarred road follow sand tracks to the ‘South Gate’entrance to Moremi. Large numbers of game may be encountered even before entering the reserve. For the birders rarities such as the Slaty Egret and Wattled Crane can be spotted on this section. Our time of arrival at Xakanaka campsite is open-ended depending on how long we stop along the way and the condition of the track but we will arrive well before sunset allowing plenty of free time to relax and enjoy this natural wilderness.

Day 2: Relaxing with hippos

Day spent on morning and late afternoon game drives with the option of a boat ride on the lagoon adjoining the campsite. Overnight camping in Moremi listening to the hippos in the nearby lagoon and usually, albeit further afield, lions roaring.

Day 3: Along the Khwai River into Chobe

Today we visit Khwai village and stop at some of the shops. The route to Chobe follows the Khwai river where game and rich birdlife abound against the backdrop of this picturesque riverine landscape. We pass through the Mababe depression and into Chobe Reserve. We head towards Savuti where we camp for the night.

Day 4: Around Savuti

We take an early morning game drive in the Savuti area with the option of visiting some Bushman rock paintings. In the late morning we will head north to the Chobe river front where we camp for the night.

Day 5: Savuti

Day 6: An abundance of elephants

Large herds of elephant and buffalo are likely to be encountered as we follow the sand tracks along the Chobe river bank. For most of the day we enjoy this wildlife spectacle arriving at our campsite in Kasane well before sunset. The camp for the final night of this safari is in the lush and peaceful surroundings of Kubu Lodge which overlooks the Chobe river.

Includes: 4wd vehicle, services of a full professional guide, park fees and camping equipment.

Not Included: Gratuities, fizzy drinks and alcohol. Extra drinks can be bought before safari departure and a cool box is provided on the vehicle.

All that you need should fit into a medium-sized soft bag and a small day pack to keep inside the vehicle.

PRICES:

6 day Moremi and Chobe safari. Rates per person sharing (Mohata level):
Rates per person:

• US$ 1,864.00 - 2 people
• US$ 1,093.00 - 3 or 4 people
• US$ 839.00 - 5 or 6 people

Singles supplement: $36.00

A 10% discount is available when all three sections of the seventeen day package are booked. Also free accommodation is provided for the night in Maun before travelling to Moremi game reserve.

The specifications for all equipment can be found on the facts page. Those requiring more comfort can choose the ‘Motlopi’ level camping with the following: camp beds, walk-in tents, a dining tent and minimal assistance from guests in camp. For ‘Motlopi’ level camping add US$18 per person sharing per night to the above rates.

Children aged 5 to 12 travel half-price.

For further information contact: Christopher Toye: Tel 3973388, Cell 72261585, email: safaris@kaietours.com

See also:

• Section 1: Into the Kalahari with Bushman guides and Botswana Safari
• Section 2: 4 Days, canoe trip (mokoro) into the Okavango Delta and village visit