Day 18: Makgadikgadi Pans, BotswanaYour Africa backpacker tour journeys to the magnificent Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, shimmering, glaring, white and endless. After the life giving rains have quenched the earth, a dramatic change takes place as the Pans come to life with water birds and great herds of Zebra, Wildebeest and Springbok. Breakfast and lunch is included. Days 19 - 21: Victoria Falls, ZambiaYour travel to the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. This Falls is the centre of a wide range of activities, including white water rafting on the great Zambezi River, Elephant back rides, scenic flights and an exhilarating 111 metre bungi jump (own expense). Breakfast is included on all 3 days. Tour ends. Highlights:
- Walking at Fish River Canyon
- Sossusvlei dunes in Namib Desert
- Dune boarding and quad biking in Swakopmund
- Rock engravings in Twyfelfontein
- Game drives in Etosha National Park
- Mokoro excursion in Okavango Delta
- White water rafting in Victoria Falls
Included:
- 18 nights cabin/hotel/chalet and 2 nights tented camp
- Entrance fees
- Use of equipment (except sleeping bags)
- Transport in minibus/safari truck and 4WD
- Meals as per itinerary
- Professional guide
- Okavango Delta mokoro excursion
Why travelers like this trip:
- Accommodation - this is an accommodated safari with 2 nights tented camp in the Okavango
- Variety - this tour explores the best of what Southern Africa has to offer
- National Parks and wildlife areas - enjoy visits to the Fish River Canyon, Namib Nauklauft and Etosha National Park
- Culture and history - learn from the Himba and Herero people in Namibia and walk with the Bushman of the Kalahari
- Small group - you travel in a small group of 12 people, creating a comfortable and friendly environment for all
- Walking - you will have plenty of opportunities to get out their and walk in the areas. Walks are easy to moderate and shouldn’t be longer than 4 hours
- Adventure - dune boarding, quad biking, deep sea fishing, hot air ballooning, white water rafting, bungi jumping, sky diving, horse riding, mokoro trail and game walks
- Mokoro Trail - this tour includes a 3 day excursion into the Okavango Delta with local guides in mokoros
Accommodation:
- Lions Head Lodge in Cape Town
- Cedarberg bungalows
- Permanent lodge tents at Gariep River
- Canyon Lodge at the Fish River Canyon
- Nauklauft View fixed camp
- Municipal bungalows in Swakopmund
- Xaragu fixed camp in Damaraland
- Etosha National Park chalets
- Casa Piccolo Guest House in Windhoek
- Ghanzi Trail Blazers in the Kalahari
- Island Safari Lodge in Maun
- Nata lodge chalets
- SAFPAR Waterfront Lodge in Livingstone
Transport:On foot:There are easy to moderate walks throughout the tour.
Mokoro:You use mokoros in the Okavango Delta which are poled by local guides. The mokoro holds the guide, 2 people and their kit.
Open game drives:The transfer into the Delta is with an open safari vehicle.
Vehicle:For longer distance traveling a custom built safari truck is used with 12 forward facing seats. These trucks are comfortable and the large windows and viewing hatches makes them good for game viewing. A Toyota Hiace is also used with 10 forward facing seats. Difficulty:This tour should appeal to anyone who is generally active and in good health. There are some long days of driving, but also plenty of time to relax and enjoy outdoor activities. This is a participation safari, so clients are expected to clean up after themselves, set up their own tent, and clean up after meals. |
