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Book at www.nativeescapes.com Native Escapes 46 Lincolns Mead, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6TA Tel: 01342 834700 Page 1of 3 TRIP ITINERARY Fully serviced mobile safari Botswana 01342 834700 (UK) 0818 719321 (EIRE) www.facebook.com/nativeescapes [email protected] @nativeescapes The Fully Serviced Safari is a non participation safari, where the team will carry out all the necessary camp chores to keep the safari running smoothly. The tents are large (3mx3m) canvas dome tents with camp beds and bedding provided. Each tent has an ensuite bush toilet and shower. The maximum number of guests per vehicle is 9 ensuring that everyone gets a window seat. All soft drinks, mineral water and local alcohols are included. Departing Maun to Kasane - this safari also operates in reverse Accommodation: Fully serviced en-suite Tented Camping. Highlights: 2 nights Moremi / Khwai Mokoro excursion 2 nights Savuti in Chobe National Park 2 nights on the Chobe River in Chobe National Park River cruise on the Chobe River Day 1: Arrive Maun, transfer on arrival to your Maun hotel for overnight on bed and breakfast basis Days 2-3: Moremi / Khwai Your guide will meet you at 07h30 at a pre-arranged meeting point in Maun. From Maun you will drive through to Moremi / Khwai, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana which covers swamp and dry areas. The next two days will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is renowned for, while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region. A mokoro excursion will take you along a tributary of the Khwai River to view game from another perspective and to experience this tranquil mode of transport. Game drives in the early morning as the sun rises and in the late afternoon as the sun sets will be the norm. Camping will be in private designated campsites with ensuite bush ablutions on every tent. (Day 1 - L,D & Day 2 - B,L,D) Maun – Moremi / Khwai: 150km, 6h (including game drive) Mokoro excursion: 2,5 h Moremi / Khwai – Savuti: 120km. 5-6h Moremi lies on the eastern extremity of the Okavango Delta. Habitats here range from wide-open floodplains, marshes, lagoons, papyrus fringed channels, vast stands of Miscanthus and Phragmites, woodland and savannah. As a result of the extremely variable habitat the diversity of both wildlife and birdlife is excellent. The Khwai region boasts excellent populations of both bull elephant as well as breeding herds. Lion, leopard, serval and African wildcat are common predators of the region with wild dog and cheetah being less common. Buffalo use this area seasonally with large herds moving in during the summer rains. The swampy areas in the west are home to red lechwe. Other ungulates include tsesebe, blue wildebeest, giraffe, kudu, sable antelope, roan antelope and impala Days 4-5: Savuti/Zwezwe - Chobe National Park Chobe National Park, with its diverse and striking landscapes, will be your next destination. As you continue your search for wildlife, you will traverse the drier region of Savuti where bull elephants dot the plains. Savuti is very well known for its predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and even african wild dog. The Savuti Channel has started flowing again after being dry for the last 30 years. The arrival of water is changing the landscape as well as accommodating different species which historically have not been able to survive in the rather arid plaines of Savuti. This exciting event has allowed large breeding herds of elephant as well as buffalo to visit the area. Camping will be in private designated campsites with ensuite bush ablutions on every tent. (B,L,D) Savuti - Chobe River: 170km, 5h Undoubtedly it is the interaction between lion and elephant that is the most interesting aspect of Savuti. The area is inhabited by a huge pride of lions with numbers fluctuating from 20-30 members. These remarkable lions have learned over the years how to hunt these massive pachyderms that are supposedly above predation. Launching their attack under darkness and using their numbers, they manage to kill adolescent and even young adult elephant. The marsh is prime cheetah country and in the wet season it is not unusual to have the wild dog hunting here in Central Chobe.

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  • Book at www.nativeescapes.com Native Escapes 46 Lincolns Mead, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6TA Tel: 01342 834700 Page 1of 3

    TRIP ITINERARY Fully serviced mobile safari Botswana

    01342 834700 (UK) 0818 719321 (EIRE)

    www.facebook.com/nativeescapes

    [email protected]

    @nativeescapes

    The Fully Serviced Safari is a non participation safari, where the team will carry out all the necessary camp chores to keep the safari running smoothly. The tents are large (3mx3m) canvas dome tents with camp beds and bedding provided. Each tent has an ensuite bush toilet and shower. The maximum number of guests per vehicle is 9 ensuring that everyone gets a window seat. All soft drinks, mineral water and local alcohols are included. Departing Maun to Kasane - this safari also operates in reverse Accommodation: Fully serviced en-suite Tented Camping. Highlights:

    2 nights Moremi / Khwai Mokoro excursion 2 nights Savuti in Chobe National Park 2 nights on the Chobe River in Chobe National Park River cruise on the Chobe River

    Day 1: Arrive Maun, transfer on arrival to your Maun hotel for overnight on bed and breakfast basis Days 2-3: Moremi / Khwai Your guide will meet you at 07h30 at a pre-arranged meeting point in Maun. From Maun you will drive through to Moremi / Khwai, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana which covers swamp and dry areas. The next two days will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is renowned for, while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region. A mokoro excursion will take you along a tributary of the Khwai River to view game from another perspective and to experience this tranquil mode of transport. Game drives in the early morning as the sun rises and in the late afternoon as the sun sets will be the norm. Camping will be in private designated campsites with ensuite bush ablutions on every tent. (Day 1 - L,D & Day 2 - B,L,D) Maun – Moremi / Khwai: 150km, 6h (including game drive) Mokoro excursion: 2,5 h Moremi / Khwai – Savuti: 120km. 5-6h Moremi lies on the eastern extremity of the Okavango Delta. Habitats here range from wide-open floodplains, marshes, lagoons, papyrus fringed channels, vast stands of Miscanthus and Phragmites, woodland and savannah. As a result of the extremely variable habitat the diversity of both wildlife and birdlife is excellent. The Khwai region boasts excellent populations of both bull elephant as well as breeding herds. Lion, leopard, serval and African wildcat are common predators of the region with wild dog and cheetah being less common. Buffalo use this area seasonally with large herds moving in during the summer rains. The swampy areas in the west are home to red lechwe. Other ungulates include tsesebe, blue wildebeest, giraffe, kudu, sable antelope, roan antelope and impala

    Days 4-5: Savuti/Zwezwe - Chobe National Park Chobe National Park, with its diverse and striking landscapes, will be your next destination. As you continue your search for wildlife, you will traverse the drier region of Savuti where bull elephants dot the plains. Savuti is very well known for its predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and even african wild dog. The Savuti Channel has started flowing again after being dry for the last 30 years. The arrival of water is changing the landscape as well as accommodating different species which historically have not been able to survive in the rather arid plaines of Savuti. This exciting event has allowed large breeding herds of elephant as well as buffalo to visit the area. Camping will be in private designated campsites with ensuite bush ablutions on every tent. (B,L,D) Savuti - Chobe River: 170km, 5h Undoubtedly it is the interaction between lion and elephant that is the most interesting aspect of Savuti. The area is inhabited by a huge pride of lions with numbers fluctuating from 20-30 members. These remarkable lions have learned over the years how to hunt these massive pachyderms that are supposedly above predation. Launching their attack under darkness and using their numbers, they manage to kill adolescent and even young adult elephant. The marsh is prime cheetah country and in the wet season it is not unusual to have the wild dog hunting here in Central Chobe.

  • 2 Book at www.nativeescapes.com Native Escapes 46 Lincolns Mead, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6TA Tel: 01342 834700 Page 2 of 3

    TRIP ITINERARY Fully serviced mobile safari Botswana

    01342 834700 (UK) 0818 719321 (EIRE)

    www.facebook.com/nativeescapes

    [email protected]

    @nativeescapes

    Days 6-7: Chobe River - Chobe National Park You will then head northwards to the Chobe River where your game drives will meander along the banks of the river, followed by the call of the majestic African Fish Eagle. The Chobe River Floodplain is an amazing game viewing area where water attracts large herds of buffalo, elephant, zebra and other herbivors. Due to the proliferation of prey, predators are likely to be close at hand. Sun sets in this region as always spectacular and allow amazing photographic opportunities. Camping will be in private designated campsites with ensuite bush ablutions on every tent. (B,L,D) Day 8: Kasane The safari officially ends at 12h00 after a cruise on the Chobe River. This experience allows you to get a closer look at the aquatic animals and birds not easily approached on safari. Lunch will be available at your own cost once back in Kasane. For guests going to Kasane Airport or surrounding lodges, Livingstone or Victoria Falls your transfer pick-up can be arranged from 12h15 from Kalahari Tours. If you are staying in one of local Kasane’s lodges, your guide will be able to drop you off. Bush Ways is happy to arrange any post-tour accommodation, activities and transfers to Livingstone airport or lodges, and Victoria Falls airport or lodges at an additional cost. (B) Chobe Camp - Kasane: 30km, 1,5h Boat cruise – 2,5h

    Costs From: £1,860 pp, excluding International flights from London in low season, rising to £1,975 pp in high season.

    This trip departs throughout the year, please contact us for departure dates and availability. This trip can also be organised on a tailor made / privately guided basis: contact us for information. This trip can easily be extended: perhaps to include the Victoria Falls, time on a houseboat, in Cape Town, or on the beach in Mauritius or Mozambique. Contact us for tailor made extension ideas

    Includes: Camping equipment (spacious bow tents with camp bed and full bedding with ensuite bush ablutions), all transfers and activities as per the itinerary, all meals that are indicated (B – breakfast, L –lunch, D – dinner), tea/coffees, soft drinks, local alcohols, mineral water, services of a Professional Guide, Camp Chef and an Assistant, all Botswana park fees for activities included on itinerary and transport in specialised safari Vehicles Excludes: Visas, airport transfers, tips, curios, optional excursions (activities in Livingstone/Victoria Falls), Insurance to cover for cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage, emergency evacuation, any increase in National Park fees.

    GENERAL INFORMATION – PLEASE ENSURE YOU READ THE FOLLOWING

    Passports: Please ensure these are valid for travel and that you are in possession of valid visas (if required see below). You are required to take out comprehensive travel insurance to safeguard against cancellation and curtailment, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, damage/theft/loss of personal baggage, money and personal belongings.

    Visas: Not required for South Africa, Namibia or Botswana for UK or Irish nationals for stays of up to 90 days. An onward or return ticket is required, as well as sufficient funds and documents needed for further travel. Please note that visitors to South Africa must have a MINIMUM of two blank/empty VISA pages in their passport each time entry is sought. Visitors to South Africa with foreign passports who do not comply with these requirements will either be stopped from boarding their aircraft at their point of departure or risk deportation on arrival in South Africa. British nationals can obtain a visa on arrival in Zambia for USD50.

    Health: The World Health Organisation (www.who.int/en/) recommends that all travellers to Southern Africa are inoculated against diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, rubella and polio as well as for Hepatitis B. . Inoculation against Hepatitus A and Typhoid is also recommended for travel in South Africa and yellow fever for Zambia. Depending on the area visited, anti-malarial drugs may also be recommended. All travellers should seek advice from their local GP or travel clinic for up-to-date advice on vaccinations and different malarial options. Travel insurance is part of the Terms and Conditions of your trip with Native Escapes it is essential that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance for your trip. Your insurance should be inclusive of full medical cover including costs of emergency repatriation, cancellation and travel delay.

    Native Escapes complies with the UK Package & Travel Regulations 1992. Holidays with flights included are covered by the company's ATOL Bond (Air Travel Organisers' Licence) held by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). This means that in the unfortunate event that our company should fail, the CAA will arrange any necessary repatriation and any refund of monies paid to Native Escapes in advance. Our ATOL number is 9709. We have testimonials on our website: visit www.nativeescapes.com/aboutus for more information.

  • 3 Book at www.nativeescapes.com Native Escapes 46 Lincolns Mead, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6TA Tel: 01342 834700 Page 3 of 3

    TRIP ITINERARY Fully serviced mobile safari Botswana

    01342 834700 (UK) 0818 719321 (EIRE)

    www.facebook.com/nativeescapes

    [email protected]

    @nativeescapes

    About our fully serviced safaris Description: camping safari where all camp chores are carried out by our teams. There is one guide with the guests at all times and a back up team (chef + camp assistants) in a backup vehicle setting up and breaking camps, cooking meals, etc. Equipment: Very spacious tents (3m x 3m x 1.95m) with bedrolls and bedding included and ensuite private bush ablutions (shower, toilet, toiletry stand) with direct access from the tent. All drinks included (softs, local alcoholic drinks, still water). Vehicle: 4x4 safari vehicles custom-built with trailers - one backup vehicle specifically dedicated to setting-up/packing the camp Maximum participants = 9 pax so that everyone gets a window seat. Departure is guaranteed as soon as we have confirmed 1 guest Itineraries: 6- night safari: one North bound programme running from Maun to Kasane and one South Bound programme running from Kasane to Maun. We are ATOL bonded. Our ATOL number is 9709.