Botswana & Zambia family safari
| country: | Botswana, Zambia |
| location: | Kalahari Desert |
| departures: | 2010: 3 Apr, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 23 Oct 2011: 9 Apr, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug |
| price: | From £2495 - £2775 (15 days) per adult and £2330 - £2610 per child including flights from UK |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
The Okavango Delta
We begin with a drive to our bush camp at Xaxanaka, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. A huge freshwater oasis in the Kalahari Desert, hundreds of species are attracted to this fertile, freshwater basin including elephant, zebra, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, kudu and innumerable birds. We'll spend our time here exploring by safari vehicle. Hippo, crocodile, red lechwe and numerous other game as well as birdlife are normally easy to spot.
Houseboat & Tsodilo Hills
Heading northwest we reach the Okavango Panhandle, a geological fault that restricts the meandering river until it's release into the main delta.
Here we enjoy the unique experience of a night on a houseboat and spend the afternoon and following morning cruising the vast reed beds and lagoons. Next we head to Tsodilo Hills to discover the rock paintings imbued in myth and legend on these remote outcrops rising abruptly from the desert. Next it's into Namibia as we traverse the lush savannah of the Caprivi strip.
Chobe National Park & Vic Falls
From our comfortable lodge at Kasane back in Botswana we make forays into the beautiful game park of Chobe in search of some of the large herds of elephant that made it famous. Birdwatching is also superb, particularly along the banks of the Chobe river. Next, we cross the mighty Zambezi River into Zambia and reach the adventure capital of Livingstone. We'll see the raging 'Smoke that Thunders', Victoria Falls, and have an option to safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park in search of white rhinos. For adrenaline junkies, numerous fun activities are possible locally.
We begin with a drive to our bush camp at Xaxanaka, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta. A huge freshwater oasis in the Kalahari Desert, hundreds of species are attracted to this fertile, freshwater basin including elephant, zebra, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, kudu and innumerable birds. We'll spend our time here exploring by safari vehicle. Hippo, crocodile, red lechwe and numerous other game as well as birdlife are normally easy to spot.
Houseboat & Tsodilo Hills
Heading northwest we reach the Okavango Panhandle, a geological fault that restricts the meandering river until it's release into the main delta.
Here we enjoy the unique experience of a night on a houseboat and spend the afternoon and following morning cruising the vast reed beds and lagoons. Next we head to Tsodilo Hills to discover the rock paintings imbued in myth and legend on these remote outcrops rising abruptly from the desert. Next it's into Namibia as we traverse the lush savannah of the Caprivi strip.
Chobe National Park & Vic Falls
From our comfortable lodge at Kasane back in Botswana we make forays into the beautiful game park of Chobe in search of some of the large herds of elephant that made it famous. Birdwatching is also superb, particularly along the banks of the Chobe river. Next, we cross the mighty Zambezi River into Zambia and reach the adventure capital of Livingstone. We'll see the raging 'Smoke that Thunders', Victoria Falls, and have an option to safari in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park in search of white rhinos. For adrenaline junkies, numerous fun activities are possible locally.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Join tour Maun. |
| Day 2: | Drive into the Okavango Delta. |
| Day 3-4: | Drive Okavango Delta camp; game viewing. |
| Day 5-6: | Drive to our houseboat on the Delta’s Panhandle. |
| Day 7-9: | At Kasane; Chobe N. Park. |
| Day 10: | Drive to Livingstone. |
| Day 11: | In Livingstone. |
| Day 12: | In Livingstone. |
| Day 13: | Tour ends Livingstone. |
travellers' tales
Excellent. As a family experience it could not be beaten. The guides and staff were excellent and made our holiday extremely informative and fun.
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small group family holiday
This is a 'small group family adventure' - typically you will join several other families and travel in a group of approx. 16 people. The trips are great value and a great way for you and your children to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of time to yourselves. Most adventure kids tend to be aged between 7 and 15, but some are younger (minimum age is usually 5) and some older (perhaps travelling as part of a larger family group). Please check with the operator to confirm the minimum age for this trip award winner
This tourism business won an Award in our 2008 Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards - organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Daily Telegraph, World Travel Market, Geographical Magazine, of the Royal Geographical Society and BBC World News.Since 2004, the Awards has recognised individuals, companies and organisations in travel making a big commitment to the culture and economies of local communities and helping to conserve biodiversity.
how this holiday makes a difference
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The pristine wilderness of Botswana with its varied ecosystems offers an unforgettable safari experience. Travelling in a specially equipped safari vehicle we explore the serene beauty of the Okavango delta and the wonderful game parks of the north.
Employing a local leader who is a fully trained wildlife guide - seemingly with the ability to spot even the best hidden animals - offers an insight into everyday life in Botswana. Local staff are trained to respect and preserve the environment that we are travelling through, so ensuring that this magnificent region remains an important income source for local communities for future generations. Our Tour Leaders are all trained by us in the importance of responsible tourism with guidance given on how they can make a difference. This then percolates down through those they deal with. As well as the above, we support a variety of charities and projects worldwide which support vulnerable communities and habitats including Friends of Conservation, Hope Worldwide and Send A Cow. We are also actively engaged with UK travel industry bodies which promote best practice in responsible tourism, such as Tourism Concern, The Travel Foundation and AITO. Our commitment to responsible tourism is not limited to our overseas operation and we have measures to ensure our UK office operates according to our responsible tourism policy. Carbon offsets for all flights booked with us are included in the tour cost. |
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