GATEWAY TO BOTSWANA

GATEWAY TO BOTSWANA

A Botswana discovery awaits you! The adventure begins as you try to spot some wandering elephants from your low flying plane as you travel from Airport to your Lodge. From the sky, it is also when you realize the vastness and untouched beauty of the land and you realize how much there is to see and how great this adventure will be.

The full day safari experience connects you with nature and you might find that you don't want to leave Africa as the call of the lion and majestic sunsets have magically drawn you in. A love of the wild that is unexplainable.

The warmth of Africa awaits you!

10 NIGHTS

2024 From $8,055.00 per person sharing

2025 From$ 8,621.00 per person sharing

Limited to 3 Rooms
Tour start :Day 1
Tour ends :Day 11
10 Days / 11 Nights

Highlights of this tour

  • - Guided Game Drives in the Savute region
  • - Cultural Experience & San Rock Paintings at Gubatsa Hills
  • - Mokoro Excursions & Motorist Boat Safaris
  • - Guided Bush Walks

ITINERARY – Hotels & Lodges

Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel

Johannesburg

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, an award-winning luxury hotel within walking distance from the international airport terminal, offers travelers an exceptional stay in Kempton Park. Relax in our heated indoor pool, indulge in relaxation at the Camelot Spa, and dine on a decadent South African fare at Quills. Nearby in Johannesburg, you'll find art galleries, museums, and shops.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Johannesburg. You will be escorted to your hotel for your overnight stay.
Overnight at the Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Fly from Johannesburg to George and check in to Fancourt. Welcome dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at the Fancourt Hotel

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Enjoy a round of golf at Fancourt Montagu or Outeniqua. Special non golfer tour to Oudtshoorn including lunch for the day. Group dinner at Fancourt.
Overnight at the Fancourt Hotel

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Enjoy a round of golf at Pinnacle Point. Special non golfer tour to Knysna. Group dinner at a selected restaurant.
Overnight at the Fancourt Hotel

Friday, November 1, 2024

Enjoy a round of golf on The Links at Fancourt. Non golfers enjoy a day at the Fancourt Spa. Special departure dinner at Fancourt.
Overnight at the Fancourt Hotel

Savute Safari Lodge

Savute Region (within Chobe National Park)

Savute Safari Lodge has a superb location on the banks of the Savute Channel, in the southern reaches of the Chobe National Park. This is a traditional lodge offering a fantastic safari experience. Smart but unpretentious and extremely comfortable, the lodge has a friendly atmosphere and ideal location for exploring the Savute Marshes. Sink into one of the numerous comfortable leather, wood or wicker sofas in the lounge or sip a cocktail in the stylish bar. Savute Safari Lodge offers a shaded viewing deck, an al fresco dining area and swimming pool with spectacular pool loungers – ideal for watching the varied wildlife – including the resident Elephants – as they make their way to the Channel to drink, bathe and play.

Savute boasts the second-largest summer Zebra migration in Africa; its timing is determined by the rains, but usually occurs between November and December and again between February and April, when the Zebras move from the rivers in the north in search of the rain-ripe grasslands and full waterholes in the southwest of the park. The migration is always followed by large numbers of predators – the Zebra migration is a must for visitors.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 2

Check out of the Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel and check in for your regional flight to Maun. A short flight-hop will take you to Savute Safari Lodge. Check in and enjoy the afternoon game activity.
Overnight at Savute Safari Lodge.

Day 3

Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Savute Safari Lodge.

Day 4

Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Savute Safari Lodge.

Camp Okavango

Okavango Delta

Camp Okavango offers some of the most beautiful and elegant Okavango accommodation available in this pristine region of the Delta, dominated by permanent channels and shallow floodplains, making activities primarily water focused. There is no vehicle traffic to disturb the peace, from traditional mokoro rides to safari boats, bush walks, optional helicopter rides and fishing (strictly catch and release). Hidden amongst beautiful ancient mangosteen trees, the main area comprises a network of interconnected walkways and decks linking two lounge areas, a dining room, a curio shop, small library area and self-service bar. Another wooden walkway leads to a very cool infinity pool right on the edge of the swamp, with plenty of comfortable sun-loungers under a shade-giving thatched lapa. For the suites, these elegantly designed havens are constructed from natural timber blending subtly into the surrounding woodlands, with glass doors that fold away in front of both the bed and a separate lounge area, creating an open space, extending out onto the private deck, which offers uninterrupted views of the natural surrounds.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 5

Check out of Savute Safari Lodge and flight hop to Camp Okavango located in the Okavango Delta. Check in to Camp Okavango for 3 nights enjoying Camp activities. Evening motorized boat safari followed by dinner.
Overnight at Camp Okavango

Day 6

Full day Safari activities (motorized boat safaris, mokoro excursion, guided bush walks, fishing, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Camp Okavango

Day 7

Full day Safari activities (motorized boat safaris, mokoro excursion, guided bush walks, fishing, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Camp Okavango

Camp Moremi

Moremi Game Reserve

Situated in the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve, Camp Moremi enjoys breath-taking vistas over the Xakanaxa Lagoon. Nestled within a natural riverine forest of teak and ebony trees, twelve tented safari suites have an East-African flavour and a classic touch. Hidden in lush green trees and branches, it feels like you are walking in an African fairytale forest. Enjoy outside dinners under an amazing starry sky, let a professional staff pamper you with their humour and warmth, dive in the large pool, start your day with homemade pancakes and enjoy excellent elephant, lion and leopard sightings (among many other species). With no Wi-Fi connection, you are truly away from your fast-paced life. Move with the rhythm of elephants, smell the sweet, warm breeze and explore African land and waters - you will leave Camp Moremi with an everlasting experience (and new friends). Feel at home.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 8

Check out of Camp Okavango and flight hop to Camp Moremi. Check in at your Lodge and enjoy the afternoon activity.
Overnight at Camp Moremi.

Day 9

Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Camp Moremi.

Day 10

Full day game activities including 2 game drives daily, all meals and local beverages included.
Overnight at Camp Moremi.

Day 11

Early game activity before your flight hop to the Airport. Fly to Johannesburg and then connect with your international flight out.

Included in this tour

ACCOMMODATION - 10 NIGHTS

  • - 1 Night at Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel (Johannesburg)
  • - 3 Nights at Savute Safari Lodge (Savute)
  • - 3 Nights at Camp Okavango (Okavango Delta)
  • - 3 Nights at Camp Moremi (Moremi Game Reserve)

MEALS & ACTIVITIES

  • - Full English breakfast daily
  • - All meals and selected drinks during your stay at Savute Safari Lodge
  • - Morning and afternoon game experience at Savute Safari Lodge
  • - All meals and selected drinks during your stay at Camp Okavango
  • - Guided nature walks, mokoro, motorized boating trips at Camp Okavango
  • - All meals and selected drinks during your stay at Camp Moremi
  • - Game Drives and motorized boating trips at Camp Moremi

TRANSPORT & FLIGHTS

  • - All domestic flights:
  • - Johannesburg to Kasane
  • - Maun to Johannesburg
  • - All intercamp flight hops
  • - Kasane to Savute Safari Lodge
  • - Savute Safari Lodge to Camp Okavango
  • - Camp Okavango to Camp Moremi

GENERAL INCLUSIONS

  • - Arrival Meet and Greet
  • - Travel pack and welcome gift
  • - Departure Meet and Greet
  • - Emergency Helpline 24 hours during your stay

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • - Camps have limited internet access – No Wi-Fi available
  • - Routing of the itinerary may change due to availability
  • - Water safari activities are subject to water levels
  • - Prior to travel we require the weights of all guests. Please note this is purely for planning purposes and to ensure the charter aircrafts calculations are within the legal limitations. Luggage, including both check-in and carry-on (handbag, backpack, camera equipment, sleep apnea machine, etc.), is restricted to a maximum of 20 kg (44 lb) per person travelling on seat rates. Soft bags with a rigid structure at the base - including wheels and/or a collapsible handle - will be accepted. Alternatively, standard soft duffel/tog type bags. Guests should adhere to the most restrictive luggage allowance to avoid the possibility of re-packing/storing luggage.

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