12 Days Wings Over Botswana Tour Package

Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Priced From: $6,925 pp dbl.occ.
Dates: Nov, Dec, Jan - Aug, Oct Dec

Fly deep into the wilderness of Botswana's remote Okavango Delta, a hidden oasis in an otherwise water-starved land. Travel by light aircraft to this area that is teeming with wildlife. View huge herds of elephant in Chobe National Park, take a sunset cruise down the Zambezi River and observe the thundering waters of the famous Victoria Falls in Zambia.

Day 2: Johannesburg

After arriving, an representative transfers you to your hotel where you have some time to relax before dinner. Later this evening, meet your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner, where a professional photographer offers advice for the Day ahead.
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Days 3-4: Johannesburg/Maun, Botswana/Okavango Delta

Spend two full Day at Stanley's Camp, a small luxurious camp hidden away under a canopy of ebony and sausage trees on the southern tip of Chief 's Island. Activities range from rides in a dugout canoe called a mokoro (seasonal), night game drives and bush walks, which provide endless wildlife viewing options. Sightings of the rare and elusive wild dog and some of the best game viewing in the Okavango Delta make Stanley's Camp a prime destination. A unique feature of Stanley's is an educational experience with a group of semi-habituated African elephant. The vast African sky and the beauty of the Delta provide a breathtaking setting as you enjoy a leisurely picnic under the shade of the sausage trees. Your picnic site overlooks a lagoon where elephant sometimes playfully bathe among the water lilies.
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Day 5: Okavango Delta

Fly to Chief 's Camp deep in the Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve. Known as the "predator capital" of Botswana, this region offers some of the finest game viewing in the region.
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Day 6: Okavango Delta

Game drives are an opportunity to spot leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion. Your specially designed safari vehicle is customized to offer exceptional views. This area is renowned for its large concentration of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and of course, predators. Add to that the 400 species of bird life, and you have the best gaming experience that Botswana can offer. Both white and black rhino - the latter among Africa's fastest-disappearing species - can be seen here.
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Day 7: Okavango Delta/Chobe National Park

After breakfast, fly northeast to Chobe National Park, covering diverse landscapes ranging from teak forests to floodplains and marshlands. Your exquisite lodge sits above the Chobe River, offering unparalleled, panoramic views across the islands and flood plains as far as Namibia. The lounge and dining room connect to spectacular outdoor viewing patios, and a range of spa treatments offer the perfect ending to a full Day out in the bush.
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Day 8: Chobe National Park

Begin your Day shortly after sunrise with a game drive that offers an opportunity to spot animals searching for breakfast. This afternoon, embark on a river cruise on a motorboat customized for a water safari.
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Day 9: Chobe/Livingstone, Zambia

This morning you bid farewell to your camp staff as you depart Chobe and fly to Livingstone, crossing the border into Zambia. Your safari lodge, Sussi & Chuma, is named after David Livingstone's faithful friends, and is located in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, taking full advantage of this enchanting riverbank setting. Settle into one of 12 luxury tree houses built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank; each unit has a private view of the Zambezi from its own deck among the branches. The main lodge features a spectacular raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area and swimming pool sweeping down to the water's edge. In the fading twilight hours, take a sunset cruise, savoring Africa's beauty while sipping traditional cocktails.
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Day 10: Livingstone

This morning, embark on a guided walking tour of one of the great natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls. At times, the water flow can be up to 120 million gallons per minute and the roar of the falling water can be nearly as awe-inspiring as the view. The rainforest that veils the edge of the falls, the rising spray and the thundering roar of the water pounding against the ragged rocks all make for an unforgettable experience.
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Day 11: Livingstone/Johannesburg/USA or Canada

Fly to Johannesburg to connect with your international flight. The Premier Lounge is available to relax, compliments of before your homebound flight.
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Day 12: USA or Canada

Arrive toDay at your destination.

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