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YOUR SCHOOLExpedition: SPRING/SUMMER/AUTUMN 2017
30 DAYS£4350
NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA & ZAMBIA
An expedition like no other – travel through three countries, taking in Africa’s most stunning scenery and wildlife. Trek high into the dramatic Naukluft Mountains of Namibia, paddle the winding waterways of the Okavango Delta and ascend the spectacular red sand dunes of Sossusvlei. Head out on safari to see Africa’s famous ‘big five’ in Chobe National Park, Botswana and finally cool off in the spray from Victoria Falls in Zambia.
The purpose of this brief is to introduce your expedition opportunity. It will give you a feel for the destination and the type of activities that you will be involved in.
We’ve even thrown in a few interesting facts! The brief also includes information on how to apply and pay as well as the expedition price and everything that is and is not included. We hope this brief snapshot will leave you feeling inspired and wanting more!
HIGHLIGHTS Discover the red dunes of Sossuvlei
Enjoy the spectactular Victoria Falls up close
Experience a true African safari adventure in Botswana
Trek through the Naukluft Mountains
Explore the Okavango Delta
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PHYSICAL RATING: Moderately challenging.
CULTURE SHOCK: Eye opening - you will experience a very different world!
ALTITUDE: The expedition will not exceed 3500m.
VISA: Visa required for British nationals.
NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA & ZAMBIA
DESTINATION FACTSRELIGION/S: Christian (often intertwined with traditional beliefs), indigenous beliefs.
CULTURAL OR HISTORICAL INTEREST: The three countries have some of the richest deposits of minerals in the world – including copper, diamonds, uranium and gold.
LANGUAGES: English widely spoken, many indigenous languages.
GEOGRAPHY: Namibia covered by baking desert and mountains; Botswana grasslands and lush Okavango Delta; Zambia high, green plateaus and hills.
CLIMATE: Very hot desert in Nambia, cooler in winter (northern hemisphere summer), Botswana and Zambia sub-tropical to tropical.
NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA& ZAMBIA
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ADVENTURE Cross the border in to a whole different world in the lush Okavango Delta in northern Botswana. The world’s largest inland delta is home to a variety of birds and mammals – you will have the opportunity to explore the waterways in a ‘mokoro’, a traditional dugout canoe.
Whilst in Botswans, go on safari at Chobe National Park, boasting Africa’s largest elephant population, as well as crocodiles, lions, leopards and hippos. Camp near the park and enjoy wildlife viewing by jeep and boat!
Finally, visit the thundering Victoria Falls in Zambia. You will be awestruck by the sheer force of the Zambezi river falling 108m over the edge, creating the world’s largest waterfall by area.
The rugged Naukluft Mountains rise steeply from the surrounding plains of the Namib desert and hide deep ravines, plunging gorges, clear rock pools, and a variety of game such as mountain zebras, antelopes and leopards. Accessible only on foot or on horseback, the Naukluft Mountains are an ideal place for hiking.
There are several superb marked hiking trails which provide a challenging and rewarding trek. Groups must be fully prepared with food provisions and make the most of daylight hours by starting at first light every day.
After your trek, descend from the mountains to visit Sossusvlei, home to giant red sand dunes, varied wildlife and endless blue skies, creating one of the world’s most striking desert landscapes.
YOUR EXPEDITION OBJECTIVESThese are the areas around which your expedition will focus such as adventurous activities, projects and destination highlights.
Namibia, Botswana & Zambia | 2017 Sample Brief
PROJECTThe team at Jungle junction have been instrumental in helping raise the necessary funds for the construction of the school and have worked alongside local and international volunteers who want to help this truly grassroots project.
The aim for 2017 will be to complete the new classroom block so classes do not have to share the same room.
Whilst on the island take the opportunity to really get to know the age-old ways of the community, and discover the techniques of building and paddling a traditional mokoro!
Seven neighbouring villages have come together to develop Nandavu Community School for their children.
In Zambia, community schools are set up, financed and run by local residents. All costs for construction, educational materials, teachers’ salaries, classroom furniture and other resources are borne by the community. The Government does not provide support for a community school until that school is well established.
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DAY 1-3
Fly from the UK to Windhoek, Namibia. Spend two days settling in to your new environment and acclimatising to the culture of this spectacular region of Africa. Gather supplies for your expedition!
DAY 4-8Travel to the Naukluft Mountains for the trek of a lifetime. Along your trek you will find deep ravines, cooling clear rock pools and plunging gorges.
DAY 9-11Visit Sossusvlei - home to giant red sand dunes, varied wildlife and endless blue skies, creating one of the world’s most striking desert landscapes.
DAY 12-15
Cross into Botswana and stay in the town of Maun. From here you can make arrangements to travel into the heart of the Okavango Delta, home to an incredible wealth of flora and fauna.
DAY 16-18
Travel to Chobe National Park, a wilderness famous for its large elephant population among many other of Africa’s ‘big five’. You will camp at the entrance to the park and have the chance to view animals from a jeep or boat.
DAY 19-25
Take the ferry to Livingstone, Zambia, to begin your project phase. Camping on an island in the Zambezi River you will help with renovation projects in the community. Locals may even show you how to paddle a traditional dug out canoe.
DAY 26-27Visit the world famous Victoria Falls - the largest sheet of falling water on the planet. Enjoy some well deserved R&R in lively Livingstone.
DAY 28-30 Travel to the Zambian capital of Lusaka and catch your flight home to the UK.
YOUR ITINERARYYour expedition has been carefully handcrafted by destination experts at Outlook to ensure you get the maximum out of your expedition and the destination you are travelling to. You will find out all the detail about the different aspects of your itinerary at the Itinerary Development Day.
Due to the changing nature of the world over the build up period, Outlook may be required to change aspects of, or the order of the itinerary. Outlook will consult with the Link Teacher/Group Leader and all participants if this is the case.
Namibia, Botswana & Zambia | 2017 Sample Brief
* Please see website for more info
UK BUILD UP* Itinerary Development Day Expedition Development Day Final Preparation Day - Central Venue
TRAINING Expedition Training weekend in the UK
LINK TEACHER TRAINING* Leader Team Training event including first aid
LEADER TEAM COMPOSITION Each team will be accompanied by 1 Link Teacher and an Outlook Expedition Leader
FLIGHTS International flights from London
INSURANCE Comprehensive medical insurance
TRANSPORT All overseas transport
IN DESTINATION All food and accommodation All group activities including any entrance fees All R&R activity
WHAT’S INCLUDED
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED Spending money for gifts / souvenirs whilst on expedition
Inoculations, prophylaxis and personal medicine. (All participants based in England and Wales receive 10% discount at Nomad Travel)
Visas and passports – please see page 3 to see which visas are required
Personal belongings insurance (this may be covered by your household / contents insurance)
Cancellation insurance
Personal equipment (e.g. rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof clothing); all participants receive 15% discount at ‘Cotswold Outdoor’
Transport to and from UK-based training courses, to the Final Preparation Day venue and from the airport
Food and accommodation in the UK, unless specified
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HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR EXPEDITIONWe hope you have decided that this is the expedition for your school or group. To launch all you need to do is follow these steps:
PRESENTATION AT YOUR SCHOOL
APPLY ONLINE
Discuss convenient dates for us to come and run an assembly and information evening. Once these dates have been agreed you will be assigned a School Account Manager. They will become your point of contact at Outlook from now until after your return from the expedition.
We will run an assembly presentation for your students and an information evening for students and parents at your school or venue.
Students will apply online to join the expedition and pay a deposit.
CONTACT YOUR REGIONAL MANAGER
phone
01248 672 760email
WWW.OUTLOOKEXPEDITIONS.COM
