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Highlights:
- All possible types of safaris – vehicle, walking, mokoro canoe, night time safaris in one of Africa’s best safari destinations
- Contrasting landscapes – from Okavango’s lush waterways to the edge of the Kalahari’s Desert Plains
- UNESCO World Heritage Site Victoria Falls
- Rhino Encounters up-close
- Sunrise and sunset cruises on the Zambezi River
- Remote, small & authentic safari camp
- Cultural Explorations to meet local community, Livingstone Museum visit for history insight
- Possibility of helicopter flight – seasonal between April and November
- Bush plane flights from/to and between camps
| Accommodation | Destination | Basis | Room Type | Duration |
| Thorntree River Lodge | Livingstone (Victoria Falls) | FB+ | 1x Luxury Room | 3 Nights |
| Linyanti Bush Camp | Linyanti Concessions | FB+ | 1x Luxury Tents | 3 Nights |
| Khwai Tented Camp | Khwai Community Area | FB+ | 1x Standard Safari Tent | 3 Nights |
Key
FB+: Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Price*
*US$4,242.- per person, double occupancy,
*Note:
– Special rate applies for travel until March 31, 2021. Booking confirmed by April 30th, 2020. Full payment to be received the latest by May 15, 2020. We reserve the right to discontinue this special at any time. Journey can be re-booked (post-poned to date past March 31,2021) but standard pricing valid during the time of travel will be applied. Valid for new bookings only.
– Journey starts at Livingstone,Zambia airport and ends at Maun, Botswana airport. Arrival and departure airports can be adjusted to suit your flight itinerary.
Included
Accommodation and meals as per package, all transfers (bush plane and road); 2 daily activities as per package, alcoholic beverages (house wines, local beer and local spirits); laundry;
Excluded
International flight to Livingstone (Zambia) and from Maun (Botswana). Visa and international airport fees, travel and evacuation insurance;
Day 1: African Bush Camps Thorntree River Lodge, Livingstone (Victoria Falls)
Zambia
Get out into the bush where animals, both predators and prey, wander through unfenced camps, and where the human footprint is nowhere to be seen. The rewards of travelling in Zambia are those of exploring remote, mesmerising wilderness as full of an astonishing diversity of wildlife as any part of Southern Africa. Where one day you can canoe down a wide, placid river and the next raft through the raging rapids near world-famous Victoria Falls. Though landlocked, three great rivers, the Kafue, the Luangwa and the Zambezi, flow through Zambia, defining both its geography and the rhythms of life for many of its people. For those who venture here, the relative lack of crowds means a very satisfying journey.
Livingstone (Victoria Falls)
Located near the Zambezi River in southwestern Zambia, the bustling town of Livingstone is famous as the home of the magnificent Victoria Falls. One of the original natural wonders of the world, the World Heritage Site is known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’. This spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe and is an ideal place to combine game viewing and water sports. There is much to do including excellent fishing, a thrilling bungee jump and arguably the best commercial whitewater rafting in the world. Visitors can hike around the falls, try zip lining or enjoy the incredible bridge swing. Those seeking more leisurely activities can take sunset cruises along the river, with champagne and snacks included, meander through the vibrant local Livingstone Market, or discover the region’s history and archaeology at the Livingstone Museum.
Day Itinerary
Meet our representative at Livingstone airport and transfer to your lodge on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River near Victoria Falls.
Overnight: Thorntree River Lodge View iBrochure
Thorntree River Lodge is set in Zambia’s Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just a short distance from the famous Victoria Falls. Thorntree River Lodge has been completely rebuilt with an environmentally-conscious design. Drawing inspiration from local customs and culture, it is a modern contemporary design with tented roof structures to maintain the feel of authentic Africa.
The lodge boasts 12 twin rooms with 2 sets of interleading units. Each unit has its own indoor and outdoor bathrooms, as well as a luxurious private plunge pool. The main lodge consists of a lounge with an open dining area, where the fine dining experience of African cuisine will come to life. A gym and spa overlook the mighty Zambezi River, and there is a small library with WIFI for our guests’ convenience. The communal deck is set on the edge of the stunning riverside, and is home to a sunken boma area and an infinity pool. Wooden decking floats on the edge of the river, and moves with the water level to create the illusion of sailing a boat, and help to achieve a seamless feel between river and land.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 2: Thorntree River Lodge, Livingstone (Victoria Falls)
Activities
| Visit to Victoria Falls |
| Rhino Experience in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park |
| Sunset river cruise (our own boats) |
Visit to Victoria Falls
Thorntree River Lodge is situated in Zambia’s Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, just a short distance from Livingstone and the famous Victoria Falls. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Falls are one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and are a must see whilst in the area. Visit this spectacle from the Zambian side of the river and experience the thrill of standing on knifes edge bridge while 1000s of litres of water fall in front of you.
Rhino Experience in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park
The Southern White Rhinos are listed on the WWF’s Near Threatened list and therefore the herd in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park are under constant protection and service by the rangers. During your stay at Thorntree River Lodge, you’ll get the remarkable privilege of being able to visit these majestic animals. The activity involves a short drive into the park to meet up with the rangers. The rangers will then accompany you on foot to view the rhinos.
Sunset river cruise (our own boats)
Being located on the mighty Zambezi River means that Thorntree River Lodge is ideal for sunset cruises. The section of river flowing past Thorntree River Lodge is quiet and picturesque. We have our own boats, for maximum flexibility and freedom to take in the breathtaking sunsets from the river.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 3: Thorntree River Lodge, Livingstone (Victoria Falls)
Activities
| Cultural Village Visit |
| Visit to Livingstone Museum |
| Fishing |
Cultural Village Visit
The African Bush Camps Foundation works with the local communities with the goal of community upliftment through tourism by creating long-lasting positive impact. In Livingstone, we have partnered with the Maunga Community and together have identified two focus areas; building a much needed clinic building and providing scholarships to children who are in need and show potential in the classroom. Spend half a day visiting this community during your stay at Thorntree River Lodge and see the impact of the Foundations work.
Visit to Livingstone Museum
The excellent Livingstone Museum is divided into five sections covering archaeology, history, ethnography, natural history and art, and is highlighted by Tonga ritual artefacts, a life-sized model African village, a collection of David Livingstone memorabilia and historic maps dating back to 1690.
Fishing
Take to the water for an afternoon out on one of our fishing boats. For the adventurous, there is the option of trying your hand at tiger fishing. For the newbies to fishing, experience the joy of relaxing on the river and the excitement of feeling the tug on your rod. Our expert guides will be on hand to help with everything from technic to baiting and releasing the fish back in the water. (not available in December due to breeding season)
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 4: Linyanti Bush Camp, Linyanti Concessions
Botswana
Botswana is well known for having some of the best wilderness and wildlife areas on the African continent. With almost 40% of its land area devoted to national parks, reserves and wildlife management areas you can travel through many parts of the country has the feeling of moving through an immense Nature wonderland. The first – and most lasting impressions – will be of vast expanses of uninhabited wilderness stretching from horizon to horizon, the sensation of limitless space, astoundingly rich wildlife and bird viewing, night skies littered with stars and heavenly bodies of an unimaginable brilliance, and stunning sunsets of unearthly beauty. Experience here the stunning beauty of the world’s largest intact inland Delta – the Okavango; the unimaginable vastness of the world’s second largest game reserve – the Central Kalahari Game Reserve; the isolation and other-worldliness of the Makgadikgadi – uninhabited pans the size of Portugal; and the astoundingly prolific wildlife of the Chobe National Park. Botswana is the last stronghold for a number of endangered bird and mammal species, making your safari experience even more memorable, and at times you will feel simply surrounded by wild animals.
Linyanti Concessions
The Linyanti River forms the Northern border of Botswana with Namibia. The entire frontage comprises Wildlife Management Areas, and includes a small portion of the Chobe National Park. The Chobe Park and the Linyanti WMAs are renowned wildlife areas and are home to what is probably the highest density of elephants in Africa. Chobe Park alone is estimated to host over 50,000 of these great pachyderms.
Situated on the eastern reaches of the Linyanti river, the secluded Linyanti reserve comprises a 20 km section of river frontage reminiscent of the Okavango Deltaʼs permanent swamp with reed fringed lagoons, small islands and a fringe of towering riverine trees. This is backed by Mopane and Acacia sandveld that hosts elephant, kudu, impala and bushbuck as well as occasional roan and sable antelope.
Lion, leopard, wild dogs, hyena and all the smaller predators also occur. Herds of buffalo, zebra and sometimes eland migrate into the Reserve in the late winter to spring dry season from the far south of the Chobe National Park, seeking the cool permanent water and lush marsh vegetation of the river.
Day Itinerary
Take in the local scenery on your drive into Northern Botswana where you will board a bush plane to your safari lodge in the Chobe Enclave. The area boasts a great diversity of game and surreal atmosphere of open flood plains, dense forests and lagoons. Join the safari this afternoon.
Activities
| Game Drives at Linyanti Bush Camp |
Game Drives at Linyanti Bush Camp
Twice daily game drives offered: Morning Game Drives and Evening in open 4×4 vehicles. Linyanti is best known for it’s large populations of elephant and buffalo that congregate in vast numbers especailly during the dry season.
Overnight: Linyanti Bush Camp View iBrochure
Linyanti Bush Camp is situated on the banks of Linyanti Marsh in a private reserve which borders the western boundary of Chobe in the Chobe Enclave. The marshes are the only water source for miles around and attract water-adapted and desert-adapted wildlife, plus large numbers of birds.
Linyanti Bush Camp is an intimate 12-bed luxury tented camp on the banks of the Linyanti Marsh, within a Private Concession bordering the western boundary of Chobe in the Chobe Enclave. You will enjoy some of the most spacious and comfortable tented accommodation and beds available today. The bathrooms are private and en-suite, consisting of fixed showers which are housed under the tent and gas-heated, as well as a flush toilet for your convenience.
Water activities are available only when water levels permit. Linyanti is best known for its large populations of Elephant and buffalo that congregate in vast numbers especially during the dry season. Other wildlife encounters include Lion, sable, roan, leopard, wild dog, the rare and elusive sitatunga antelope, red lechwe, hippo and crocodile, as well as other species of plains game. The area also offers spectacular birding all year round. The area’s relative remoteness makes it a favoured wild safari destination and one of the best sought after areas in Northern Botswana.
Luxury Tents
Each Luxury tent has comfortable Twin / Double beds, en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets, fixed showers and running water.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 5: Linyanti Bush Camp, Linyanti Concessions
Activities
| Game Drives at Linyanti Bush Camp |
| Walking at Linyanti Bush Camp |
| Bird Watching at Linyanti Bush Camp |
| Mokoro Safaris at Linyanti Bush Camp |
| Scenic Helicopter flight( Seasonal) |
Game Drives at Linyanti Bush Camp
see above
Walking at Linyanti Bush Camp
Guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who share their knowledge and love of the bush with you. With the dry vegetation between May and October, walking safaris are a fantastic and exciting way to experience the area.
Bird Watching at Linyanti Bush Camp
The area offers spectacular birding all year round. With its mixed habitats comes a good variety of bird species. Linyanti birding is excellent, making it one of the biggest attractions on an Okavango safari.
Mokoro Safaris at Linyanti Bush Camp
Mokoro is a type of canoe commonly used in the area. Due to the conservation of trees, we model them out of fiberglass. It is propelled through the shallow waters while you experience wildlife from an unusual point of view. Mokoro Safaris are available when water levels permit.
Scenic Helicopter flight( Seasonal)
A 30 minute scenic helicopter flight from April to November only
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 6: Linyanti Bush Camp, Linyanti Concessions
Activity options as per previous day.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 7: Khwai Tented Camp, Khwai Community Area
Khwai Community Area
The Khwai area of the Okavango lies along the northern boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve. This is an unfenced boundary allowing wildlife to move freely between the woodlands in the wet season when water is plentiful and back to permanent rivers and lagoons in the dry season. The Khwai area offers the same wildlife experience as the reserve with the added advantage of being a private concession which means the ability to do walking safaris and night drives.
Day Itinerary
Another early rise for your morning safari is followed by bush plane flight with birds-eye-view of Botswana towards the edge of Moremi Game Reserve where you will be expected for you afternoon safari.
Activities
| Game Drives on the Khwai Community Concession |
Game Drives on the Khwai Community Concession
Twice Daily Game Drives are offered at Khwai Tented Camp, Morning Game Drives and an Evening Game Drives.
Overnight: Khwai Tented Camp View iBrochure
Khwai Tented Camp has modern and spacious Serengeti-style tents, with stylish and comfortable interiors and private bathrooms with running water. The camp maintains a genuine safari camp feel. The camp comprises of 6 elegant tents perched on wooden decking overlooking the tranquil waters of the lagoon. The camp exudes the charm and aura of the old Africa in a new era, and provides a truly authentic African safari experience.
The camp offers visitors several unique ways to experience Africa. Besides the day-time drives which can feature Africa’s big attractions – lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, elephant, buffalo, hippo and giraffe – guests at Khwai Tented Camp are able to explore nature after sunset with a night drive. This activity, along with the guided walking safaris, is not usually permitted in the National Parks or Game Reserves, and allows guests to get an up close and personal experience with some of Africa’s nocturnal and / or more elusive animals. The camp also provides the opportunity to explore the great stands of leadwood and mopane woodlands as well as open grasslands and banks of the Khwai River on foot.
Standard Safari Tent
Comfortable and spacious meru style tents elegantly set-up on wooden decking. Accommodation includes en-suite bathroom facilities with running water, flush toilets and showers.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 8: Khwai Tented Camp, Khwai Community Area
Activities
| Game Drives on the Khwai Community Concession |
| Walking at Khwai Tented Camp |
| Bird Watching at Khwai Tented Camp |
| Sundowner Drinks |
| Night Drives at Khwai Tented Camp |
| Mokoro Safaris at Khwai Tented Camp |
| Bush Lunches or Dinners |
Game Drives on the Khwai Community Concession
Twice Daily Game Drives are offered at Khwai Tented Camp, Morning Game Drives and an Evening Game Drives.
Walking at Khwai Tented Camp
Guided walks are available at Khwai Tented Camp.
Our Guided walks normally depart from the camp after breakfast, the duration of the walk will depend solely on the group walking.
Bird Watching at Khwai Tented Camp
The Bird life at Khwai Tented Camp is phenomenal and the perfect place to view such a wide variety of species. From beginners to avid birders this is the place for you.
Sundowner Drinks
On the afternoon game drive just before sunset guests will stop at a secluded spot where the professional guide will stop the vehicle and unpack tables, drinks and snacks for guests to enjoy before departing on a night game drive.
Night Drives at Khwai Tented Camp
Night Drives are offered as an optional activity at Khwai Tented Camp and can be arranged on request. Most of our afternoon game drive continue into Night Game Drives if all guests on the vehicle wish to continue their safari experience.
Mokoro Safaris at Khwai Tented Camp
Khwai Tented Camp is situated on a beautiful lagoon, therefore allowing us to run breathtaking Mokoro experiences. This activity is seasonal (when water levels permit).
A Mokoro is a traditional canoe which is normally made by digging out the trunk of a large tree. However to preserve the trees and national parks we have moulded our Mokoros out of Fibreglass.
Bush Lunches or Dinners
Khwai Tented Camp offers Bush Lunches or Bush Dinners on request
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 9: Khwai Tented Camp, Khwai Community Area
Activity options as per previous day.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Day 10: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
Take a deep breath to memorize the smells and sounds during your last safari prior your bush plane flight to Maun.
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
Flight Information:
| Date | Flight | Airline | Departure Airport | Time | Arrival Airport | Time | Class | Ref |
| Charter Flight | Northern Botswana Airstrip | Linyanti Bush Camp | ||||||
| Charter Flight | Linyanti Bush Camp | Khwai Tented Camp | ||||||
| Charter Flight | Khwai Tented Camp | Maun Airport [MUB] |
Climate chart Botswana:
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