Days 2 & 3 - OKAVANGO DELTA
After breakfast, leave Johannesburg on a scheduled flight to Maun in
Botswana, and transfer by light aircraft to Eagle Island Camp. Enjoy two nights
at the camp among the prolific birdlife of the island and surrounding Delta.
Hear the swish of the paddle and the plop of the Fish Eagle as you take a
tranquil mokoro trip through the Delta, water levels permitting..
Days 4 & 5 - MOREMI WILDLIFE RESERVE
After early game viewing and brunch at Eagle Island, fly on to the game rich
Khwai area of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve for two nights at
Khwai River Lodge.
Daily activities include excellent bird watching and game drives in open-sided
vehicles, where the incredible sight of elephant or lion will remain with you
forever. Relax with a leisurely afternoon swim in the pool. Guided walks and
night-time game drives are also offered.
Khwai River Lodge also has its own
“Naturally Wild” Spa treatment centre where you can unwind further with a
complimentary Soul of the Earth massage.
Days 6 & 7 - CHOBE
NATIONAL PARK
After early morning game viewing and brunch at Khwai River Lodge,
transfer via light aircraft to Savute region of the Chobe National Park an area
renowned for its high concentration of elephant and for its dramatic
ecosystem. During your two-night stay at the
Savute Elephant Camp there are
excellent opportunities to experience these grey giants and other large game at
close quarters, under the skilled direction of an expert guide. Marvel at the
fascinating contrasts in the landscape, which provides a natural habitat to
innumerable animals and birdlife.
Days 8 & 9 - LIVINGSTONE
After a morning game viewing and brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your light
aircraft flight to Kasane. Continue by road to Livingstone for a two nights
stay at Sussi & Chuma Lodge is situated right on the banks of the Zambezi in the
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, a short distance from the Victoria Falls. The
lodge has 10 luxury tree houses built into the canopy of giant ebony trees
lining the river banks, each with its own deck to facilitate private viewing of
the river.
Day 10 -
JOHANNESBURG
Return flight to Johannesburg and overnight back at The Westcliff hotel.
Days 11 & 12 -
ROVOS RAIL
Transfer to Pretoria for the two-night
Rovos Rail journey to Cape Town. The
air-conditioned compartments accommodate two people, and the elegantly appointed
train has every modern convenience. The 1,600 kilometer journey includes a
visit to Kimberley, the diamond boom-town, home to the Big Hole, the world’s
largest man-made excavation. The following morning you will arrive at historic Matjiesfontein and enjoy a guided tour, before an evening arrival at Cape Town
and the elegant Mount Nelson Hotel for a three night stay.
Details on Rovos Rail....
Days 13, 14 & 15 -
CAPE TOWN
Time at leisure. Optional activities on offer include a full day visit to Cape
Point, the most south-westerly point of Africa, and the Kirstenbosch Botanical
Gardens, or a
cable car ride to the summit of
Table Mountain and a boat transfer
to the infamous prison on Robben Island, whose most famous inmate was Nelson
Mandela.
Alternatively, enjoy traditional wine-tasting on our
Cape Winelands
excursion, or have your own personal shopper for the day.
Day 16
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Package includes:
* Scheduled flight as shown in the itinerary with Air Botswana and inter camp
light aircraft flights on a shared basis
* All transfers
* Safari Camps (6 nights) accommodation includes all meals, drinks (excluding
premium brands), game view activities, national park fees, laundry services and
emergency evacuation insurance
* Accommodation at Sussi & Chuma for 2 nights in a Luxury Tree House including
all meals, park fees, two activities per day, soft drinks, local beers and house
wines and laundry.
* The Westcliff accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis
* Rovos Rail accommodation is in a Deluxe cabin on a full board basis
* The Mount Nelson Hotel accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis
Package excludes:
* International flights
* Regional flights not mentioned
* Passport and visa fees
* Travel Insurance
* Excess Baggage charges
* Items of a personal nature
* Drinks and other beverages apart from as shown at OES Safari camps
* Gratuities and communication costs
Please call for Package rate
From
US$ 12 870 per person sharing
Please note:
Prices are based on double occupancy, with single rates available on
request. Any unstipulated sightseeing is an additional cost. Prices are
subject to foreign exchange fluctuations and airfare increases and conditions
apply. Extension rates can be requested along with flights.
Single supplement available on request.
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