SALTPANS TO WETLANDS - 6 Nights
Enthralling and exciting... San Bushmen and wild dog hunts. Suricates and sable. Spotted and brown hyaena. Baobabs and baboons. Space and exploration. Elephants and elegance. Salt pans and the wetlands. In the Makgadikgadi the vast salt pans shimmer in the heat and an oryx breaks through the haze. MEERKATS scuttle for insects and scorpions while QUAD BIKE expeditions disappear over the earth’s curved horizon. BUSHMEN share their ancient survival techniques and expert guides uncover ancient hominid hand-tools and artefacts and reveal the den sites of some of the rarest and most elusive wildlife such as BROWN HYAENA, bat-eared fox and aardwolf. At Duke's, enjoy day and night game drives, CANOEING, boating, FISHING, island sleep-outs and wine tastings surrounded by thousands of ELEPHANTS, packs of wild dog and grunting HIPPO.
DETAILED ITINERARY
1. Fly from Maun to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans:
Your journey begins in Maun, a gateway to the Okavango Delta and other wilderness areas in Botswana. From Maun, you'll take a short flight to the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.
The Makgadikgadi Pans are one of the world's largest salt flats and a surreal, otherworldly landscape. Upon arrival, you'll be surrounded by the vast, shimmering white expanse.
2. Spend 3 nights at Camp Kalahari:
Camp Kalahari is an intimate and luxurious camp situated in the heart of the Makgadikgadi Pans. It offers a unique blend of classic safari experiences and cultural interactions.
Activities at Camp Kalahari may include:
- Game drives: Explore the pans and the surrounding areas in search of unique wildlife, such as meerkats, brown hyenas, and the famous Kalahari lions.
- Bushman walks: Engage with San Bushmen guides and learn about their ancient desert survival techniques.
- Quad biking: Venture out onto the salt pans on guided quad bike excursions.
- Stargazing: Enjoy the incredible night skies of the Kalahari Desert, known for its exceptional visibility.
3. Fly via Maun to Dukes Camp:
After your three-night stay at Camp Kalahari, you'll fly back to Maun and then to Dukes Camp.
Dukes Camp is located in the Okavango Delta, offering a contrast to the arid Makgadikgadi Pans.
4. Spend 3 nights at Dukes Camp:
Dukes Camp provides a luxurious and tranquil setting in the heart of the Okavango Delta.
Activities at Dukes Camp may include:
- Mokoro excursions: Glide through the Delta's waterways in traditional dugout canoes, spotting aquatic wildlife and lush vegetation.
- Game drives: Explore the Delta's islands and floodplains in search of diverse wildlife, including elephants, hippos, and various antelope species.
- Guided bush walks: Join knowledgeable guides to learn about the Delta's unique ecosystem, its plants, and smaller animal life.
- Birdwatching: The Okavango Delta is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with over 400 species of birds.
5. Fly back to Maun:
After your stay at Dukes Camp, you'll fly back to Maun, where your safari adventure concludes.
This safari provides a well-rounded experience, allowing you to explore both the stark beauty of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and the lush, water-filled wonderland of the Okavango Delta, all while enjoying a range of activities and the comfort of the camps. It's a journey that combines breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife encounters, and cultural experiences, making it a truly memorable adventure.
INFORMATION
Type of Safari
Comfortable
for singles, couples and groups
Accommodation style
Comfort
Duration
6 Nights / 7 days
Countries
Botswana
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Included
- Meals as specified (B-Breakfast,L-Lunch,D-Dinner).
- Accommodation on a shared basis.
- Local flights and transfers
Excluded
- Flights (other than specified in the detailed safari itinerary)
- Visas
- Compulsory comprehensive insurance
- All relevant entry and departure Government taxes
- Gratuities
- All personal purchases (including curios, spirit liquors, telephone calls, etc.)
- Laundry at Deception Valley Adventurer Camp
- Optional extra activities
- Pre and post safari tours
- All other travel arrangements pre or post the safari and any new Government taxes
- Levies
- Fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control
Vehicle
Light Aircraft, 4x4 safari vehicle, Mokoro
ENQUIRE
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