Botswana : Premium Safari Camps from Maun to Victoria Falls
A Botswana Safari - tour from Maun to Victoria and go game-viewing in the Vumbura Reserve
A spectacular Safari from Maun to Victoria falls. Enjoy an incredible adventure holiday to some of Africa’s most premium game reserves. This luxury African accommodation safari holiday will take you over land, sea and air as you venture into the unspoiled wilderness of Botswana’s game camps.
Itinerary
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Days 1 to 5 -
Arrive at Jao Camp for a 3 night stay
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Depart from the UK on your overnight flight to Maun airport. On arrival at the airport you will be met and transferred by charter flight to Jao Camp.
Spend three nights at Jao Camp in a twin luxury African tent with en-suite facilities on a full board basis, including scheduled game viewing activities, park fees local brand drinks and laundry.
Jao Camp is located in a private reserve bordering on the spectacular Moremi Game Reserve. The area is extremely seasonal and the annual flood transforms the habitat from dry green open plains in summer to shallow flood plains in the winter. Activities include day and night game drives and guided walks (30%), mokoro excursions, boating and fishing (70%). There is a salon with a full time therapist offering a wide range of massage treatments.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Days 5 to 8 -
4x4 Safari in the Vumbura Plains
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On day 5 you transfer from Jao Camp to Vumbura Plains via charterd aircraft and then spend three nights at Vumbura Plains in a twin luxury African tent with en-suite facilities on a full board basis, including scheduled game viewing activities, park fees local brand drinks and laundry.
Vumbura Plains comprises of two separate seven roomed camps (North and South). Each has its own dining, lounge and bar area that are tucked beneath a canopy of cool, shady trees with a wonderful vista across the floodplains. The Vumbura Reserve offers some of Botswana’s best all year round game viewing in an area that has a wonderful variety of habitats. Open 4x4 Land Rovers allow close proximity to animals in the savannah area and mokoros traverse the flood plains under the guidance of polers from the BaYei tribe. Boats take guests into the larger and deeper area of water (water levels permitting) and walks on the islands give guests the opportunity to enjoy Africa from a different perspective.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Days 8 to 11 -
Pure Luxury at King's Pool Camp
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On day 8 you transfer by charter aircraft from Vumbura Plains to Kings Pool Camp.
Spend three nights at Kings Pool Camp in a luxury African tented accommodation with en-suite facilities on a full board basis, including scheduled game viewing activities, park fees local brand drinks and laundry.
One of the most luxurious camps in Botswana, King's Pool Camp overlooks the Linyanti River and King's Pool Lagoon. Elephants are a prime attraction, especially in the winter months when they are forced to congregate along the waterways and around the waterholes of the area. Then there are the predators - lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog and hyena - and the nocturnal animals - aardwolf, several, genet and pangolin. Activities include day and night game drives, walking and viewing game at close quarters from one of the hides. Birding is excellent, especially the carmine bee-eaters in summer.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Days 11 to 14 -
5 Star suites at Stanley and Livingstone
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Scheduled seat on day 11 with a charter transfer from Kings Pool Camp to Kasane Airport. Private road transfer from Kasane Airport to Stanley & Livingstone Hotel.
Enjoy two nights at The Stanley & Livingstone in a twin suite on a full board basis including and one return transfer into Victoria Falls town per day. Just 20 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Victoria Falls, the Stanley & Livingstone is an elegant five star lodge. With just 16 suites it is simply perfect for those guests seeking privacy in a luxurious and tranquil environment. On day 12 you will get to see one of the seven natural wonders of the world the Victoria Falls is a truly spectacular sight. Enjoy a private guided tour of the Zimbabwe side of the Falls you will have the opportunity to experience its awesome unspoilt grandeur as your guide explains how this 150-million-year-old phenomenon was created. Start at Livingstone's statue and Devil's Cataract and proceed through the rain forest to Danger Point. The walk is 3km and there are many view points along the way. Enjoy a leisurely sunset cruise on the tranquil waters above the Falls, where canapes and sundowners are served, whilst you enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zambezi River and marvel at the beauty of an African sunset.
Private road transfer from The Stanley & Livingstone to Victoria Falls Airport on day 14 for your overnight flight back home.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Prices
| Dates |
Premium Safari Camps from Maun to Victoria Falls |
| Adult |
01/11/2007 - 30/11/2007
| £6,771 |
01/12/2007 - 31/03/2008
| £6,533 |
01/04/2008 - 15/06/2008
| £6,764 |
16/06/2008 - 31/10/2008
| £8,656 |
| Notes |
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Prices are per person, based on two adults sharing.
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Prices for single travellers:
| Dates |
Premium Safari Camps from Maun to Victoria Falls |
| Adult |
01/11/2007 - 30/11/2007
| £7,740 |
01/12/2007 - 31/03/2008
| £7,503 |
01/04/2008 - 15/06/2008
| £7,733 |
16/06/2008 - 31/10/2008
| £9,626 |
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Prices are per person.
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What's Included?
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Twin or single accommodation
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Meals as specified in the itinerary
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Soft drinks and local brand beers and wines at Jao Camp / Vumbura Plains / Kings Pool - premium brands to own account
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Seat on charter light aircraft transfer Maun airport / Jao Camp / Vumbura / Kings Pool / Kasane Airport
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Private road transfer from Kasane Airport / Stanley & Livingstone / Victoria Falls Airport
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Two safari activities per day as offered by the camps in Botswana
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Private Tour of the Falls
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Scheduled sundowner cruise
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Park entrance fees
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Domestic airport taxes within Botswana
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Laundry (excluding underwear) in Botswana
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Emergency medical evacuation insurance only, clients must take out comprehensive travel insurance
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Scheduled flights and departure taxes
What's NOT Included?
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All items of a personal nature
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Meals not specified
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Premium brand drinks
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All drinks and laundry at Stanley & Livingstone
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Additional transfers / sightseeing and activities in Victoria Falls
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Gratuities (this is not compulsory - a guideline is guides US10.00 and general staff US5.00 per guest per day
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Visa fees (please check your clients visa requirements)
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