Okavango Panhandle, Caprivi, Chobe & Moremi

Northern Botswana and the lush Caprivi Strip of Namibia have some of the most beautiful landscapes in Africa. With the great diversity of plant species found here, large numbers of birds are attracted to this region.

There can be no better way to experience this birding wonderland than with a knowledgable and passionate guide accompanying you. This Botswana birding safari is the ideal tour to experience the best of African birding.

Birds are the most important aspects of a birding safari but an added plus of this adventure is the comfortable accommodations and having staff take care of your needs to enable you to concentrate on your passion.

Day 1: Johannesburg – Maun – Okavango Delta

After arriving in Maun from Johannesburg, you will be transferred by light aircraft to the Moremi airstrip. This scenic flight will provide you with your first view over some parts of the Okavango Delta – a great way to see large herds of animals such as Elephants. Once you have landed you will meet your safari guide before setting off on an afternoon game drive where you will explore the surrounding wilderness.

Day 2 & 3: Moremi Game Reserve

Moremi lies in the eastern extremity of the Okavango Delta, a place where the wildlife and birding are excellent. Moremi Reserve is known for its Elephant population and Painted Hunting Dog sightings. You may see large herds of Buffalo, which are closely shadowed by several prides of Lion.
Over the next 2 days you will enjoy game drives and delight in a motor boat tour along the waterways of the Xakanaka Lagoon, which is a wonderful experience – you may even spot the rare Sitatunga antelope and the rare Slaty Egret.

Day 4: Moremi to Khwai

After an early morning breakfast, you will take a slow drive through Moremi Game Reserve towards the Khwai Community area with its Mopane woodlands, riversides and floodplains.
It is one of the most scenic areas of the Okavango and the slow game drive provides time to stop at the Dombo Hippo Pools, where you can enjoy the antics of these large pachyderms. You may even see the endangered Wild Dogs in this area.

Day 5 & 6: Khwai Community Area

The Khwai River forms the boundary between the Moremi Reserve and the community area. The following 2 nights will be spent at an exclusive campsite in the area.
You will enjoy exciting guided game drives to see the regions large Buffalo herds, Tsessebe and Lions. Night game drives provide an exciting opportunity to see the regions nocturnal inhabitants, such as Aardvarks and Leopards.

Day 7: Khwai to Savuti

Today you will head further north en-route to the Chobe National Park where you will spend 3 nights at an exclusive campsite in the Savuti region, home to the disappearing river and plenty of wildlife such as Zebra and Elephants.
Your drive on this day will take you through all the different habitat types of Botswana. This is also one of the best opportunities for you to see Cheetah.

Birds that can be seen here include Trumpeter Hornbill, Crowned Hornbill, Verreaux’s Eagle, Taita Falcon, Narina Trogon and Olive Woodpecker.

Day 9 and 10: Savuti

The Savuti Marsh has been the stage for many of the most dramatic wildlife documentaries in Africa. The area is famous for the interaction between Lion and Elephant.
There was a pride of about 30 Lion that at one stage hunted Elephant in the region, although this behavior has not been seen for a while. You will enjoy game drives and a walk to see ancient Bushman paintings.

Day 11: Victoria Falls

The best view of the Victoria Falls is from the Zimbabwean side. You will have a full day to enjoy all the leisure activities that Victoria Falls offers.
Set-off on a Zambezi River cruise, enjoy an Elephant-back Safari or go for a thrilling walk with the Lions (encounter activity) during your stay in Victoria Falls.

Day 12: Victoria Falls – Johannesburg

After your breakfast, you will have a road transfer to the Victoria Falls Airport or Livingstone Airport for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg, where your trip will end.

Mobile Safari Okavango Panhandle, Caprivi, Chobe & Moremi

This birder's package is based on a 17 day mobile safari tour from Maun. The package includes the scheduled flights ex/to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport.

This tour has the following set departures:

• 6 February 2012
• 5 March 2012
• Enquire about 2013 departure dates

This tour requires a minimum of 4 adults and you will travel in a small group of a maximum of 7 people only.

Rates are valid for 2012 / 2013 but may vary depending on the season and daily currency exchange rate. Rates will be subject to fuel surcharges if fuel prices increase.

Mobile Safari on a full-board basis

Included:

• Return flights Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport per scheduled departure
• Comfortable tented accommodation with bed linen and a private bathroom en-suite
• Services of a professional guide, safari chef and camp assistance
• Complete with a supply vehicle
• Game drives and local transfers in customised safari vehicles
• Camping in private campsites within the national parks and reserves
• Entrance fees, meals and drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, beer, wine)
• 12 % value added tax

Not included:

• Flight tax and departure tax
• Visa fees
• Personal travel insurance
• Optional safari extensions and activities
• Any gratuities and personal expenses
• Park entrance fees Victoria Falls

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