THE AUTHENTIC SAFARI
10 days & 9 nights exploring the wild's of botswana

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Okavango Delta area of Moremi - Moremi Wildlife Reserve - Savute -
Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls

MB Code: Maun to Victoria Falls by road | VF Code: Victoria Falls to Maun by road

The Authentic Safari: A camping safari in the last, true wilderness of Africa - a photographer's delight! Discover the real Africa with us on the Authentic Safari. Around the campfire at night beneath the stars, listening to the calls of the wild... in the heart of game country. We camp in secluded bush camps within the Moremi Wildlife Reserve and Chobe National Park.

SAFARI ITINERARY: MB TOUR CODE

DAY 1: MAUN - BUSH CAMP
We are welcomed at Maun airport by our guide and transferred to our camp near Maun. We relax around the campfire in the evening, under the bright stars of the southern hemisphere. (Dinner).

DAY 2/3: OKAVANGO AREA OF MOREMI
The reserve is situated in the north-eastern corner of the Okavango Delta. It is a pure wilderness area of great beauty with rich, green vegetation, palm trees, teeming with birdlife and a vast population of wild animals. We spend our time exploring the reserve during game drives and boat explorations on the channels and lagoons. (All meals).

DAY 4/5: MOREMI WILDLIFE RESERVE
We travel to the Khwai flood plains and enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives. We have sufficient time to relax and unwind in this wilderness area. (All meals).

DAY 6/7/8: SAVUTE & CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
This 11,600km2 Park contains one of the largest concentrations of wild animals in Africa, particularly lions, hyenas and a number of other predators. Vast herds of buffalo, zebra, kudu, lechwe, puku, elephant and others, feed in these marshes while hippo and crocodile inhabit the waterways. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery and magnificent sunsets. In the evenings we may see large herds of elephant drinking at the river. (All meals).

DAY 9: VICTORIA FALLS/ LIVINGSTONE
We travel to Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights where the waters of the mighty Zambezi River tumble down in continuous thunder. The day is spent at leisure and there are various optional excursions available:- a flight over the Falls, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River etc. 1 night Rainbow Hotel (or similar). (Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis).

DAY 10: VICTORIA FALLS/ LIVINGSTONE
The safari ends after breakfast.

END OF SERVICES

The itinerary will depend on local conditions.

ITINERARY: VF TOUR CODE
DAY 1 : Victoria Falls/ Livingstone (Hotel/ Lodge accommodation - day at leisure)
DAY 2/3 : Chobe National Park
DAY 4 : Chobe National Park - Savute
DAY 5/6 : Moremi Wildlife Reserve
DAY 7/8 : Okavango Delta area of Moremi
DAY 9 : Moremi Wildlife Reserve - bush camp near Maun
DAY 10 : Maun (lunch at own expense)

GREEN SEASON ITINERARY: (Jan - March)
Subject to accessibility of Moremi Game Reserve
DAY 1 : Maun
DAY 2/3 : Central Kalahari
DAY 4/5/6 : Nxai Pan
DAY 7/8 : Chobe River
DAY 9 : Victoria Falls/ Livingstone
DAY 10 : End of safari in Victoria Falls

Serviced safari: No camp duties.
Accommodation: 8 nights camping in secluded bush camps in the Botswana reserves, 1 night hotel.
Meals: Prepared by the guide and cook, all meals when camping. Breakfast only in Victoria Falls/ Livingstone.
Group Size: 6-9 participants or 10-16 (two vehicles travelling together on certain departures).
Transfers: Airport transfers in Maun are provided on day 1 or day 10. Transfers in Victoria Falls/ Livingstone (+-€24 p/p) may be pre-booked.
Sleeping bag hire: €22 - must be booked in advance.

COST: **DISCOUNTED RATES**
The Safari Company offers special rates (from 5% - 10% off the published price) for the Authentic Safari. Please contact us for a detailed quote and set departure dates.

Included:
8 nights serviced camping in exclusive sites in the reserves and national parks.
1 nights hotel accommodation in Victoria Falls/Livingstone.
All meals when camping.
Park fees in Botswana.
The services of a professional guide.

Excluded:
International & regional airfare, airport taxes, drinks, visa costs, lunches and dinners in Victoria Falls/Livingstone, excursions/entrances in Victoria Falls/Livingstone, gratuities and personal expenses, comprehensive travel insurance.

ACTIVITIES ON THE AUTHENTIC SAFARI:
- Game viewing in open sided 4x4 vehicles
- Camping in exclusive campsites
- Sight seeing
- Walking
- Boating on the Okavango Delta
- Game viewing cruise on the Chobe River

BEST SEASON:
Botswana offers great weather all year round. The best season for wildlife is between May and September. Bird watching is best from September to January. The scenery is the most spectacular during the summer months from September to January. January to April offers the opportunity to visit the Central Kalahari and Nxai Pan National Park (Green Season itinerary), due to the road conditions in Moremi and Chobe. Every season brings different attractions and highlights.

Extend your stay: to Victoria Falls
One of the natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls offers an array of activities and attractions. Stay on for 2 days and make the most of your visit!

Cost of extension:
Depending on the time of year. Please contact us for more information.

MAP OF THE AUTHENTIC SAFARI:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Please read our terms and conditions for more information on how to book, travel insurance, cancellation fees, baggage and other important information.

The Authentic Safari is a nature lovers dream as it visits unspoilt wildlife areas and places of incredible scenic beauty.

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