BOTSWANA MOBILE SAFARI
A cultural tour of South Africa, Botswana & Zambia

Botswana is one of the few remaining destinations in Africa that still provides a good sense of the adventure of an authentic African safari. Its expansive game parks and preserves, while offering wildlife as diverse and abundant as that found anywhere else, are still largely undeveloped and untamed. The Botswana mobile safari gives a good insight into the gem of Africa.

Day 01: (THU) Arrive Johannesburg (South Africa)
Arrival at the OT – Oliver Tambo International Airport – South Africa’s busiest airport. Upon arrival we are transferred to our hotel near the airport.
Overnight: Airport Game Lodge (1 night)

Day 02: (FRI) Johannesburg to Tuli Block (Botswana)
An early morning departure from the Airport Game Lodge takes us via Pretoria, Potgietersrus and through the Limpopo Province into Botswana via the Zanzibar border post. We set up camp at Limpopo River Lodge, set in the area known as the Tuli Block. This thin strip of land in the south-east of Botswana, borders Zimbabwe to the north and South Africa to the south. The land in the extreme east is where the game reserves have been established with huge herds of elephants and hundreds of colorful birds. We head off for a game drive either in the evening of day 1 or the next morning, depending on the time of arrival. We will enjoy our evening meal prepared by our guide around the campfire before spending our first night in the African wilderness.
Overnight: Tuli Block (1 night) (B, L, D)

Day 03: (SAT) Tuli Block to Khama Rhino Sanctuary
An exciting day ahead as we drive to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. The Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community based wildlife project, established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Botswana community through tourism and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Overnight: Khama Rhino Sanctuary (1 night) (B, L, D)

Day 04: (SUN) Khama Rhino Sanctuary / Kubu Island
We head to Kubu Island visiting Magkadigkadi Pans on the way. If conditions allow we take a drive onto the Pans. After appreciating the wide open, uninhabited spaces under the endless canopy of blue sky, we step off for our final stop of the day, Kubu Island Camp. Rest of the afternoon we spend with a hike in the area and relaxing at the camp.
Overnight: Kubu Island (1 night) (B, L, D)

Day 05: (MON) Maun and the Khwai River
An interesting drive gets us to Maun and onto a private concession in the Khwai area. Once we’ve set up camp – we go on a night game drive in the concession. This area lies between Moremi and Chobe and we’ll have the opportunity to spot a variety of nocturnal animals.
Overnight: Mankwe (2 nights) (B, L, D)

Day 06: (TUE) Kwai River
Full day bush and game drive. Departing after breakfast, we take our 4x4 and drive through the wilderness area of the Khwai region spotting a variety of game that frequents this region that borders Moremi and Chobe. Picnic-lunch will be in the wilderness area. With some luck we see the Big Five. (B, L, D)

Day 07: (WED) Moremi Game Reserve
After exploring the Khwai area, we head for world famous Moremi game reserve known as the most beautiful and varied reserves in Africa with large concentration of wildlife. Day spent in the unspoiled nature of Moremi Game Reserve. Our vehicle will be changed to especially equipped and designed one to take us through the rough terrain that we will face in the next six days.
Overnight: Moremi Game Resrve (2 nights) (B, L, D)

Day 08: (THU) Moremi Game Reserve
This morning we’ll float in Mokoros through the thick vegetation of the Okkavango Delta in the Moremi Reserve discovering a variety of birds and wildlife hoping to spot elephants, waterbuck or other animals living in this water filled paradise. Unlike other delta’s in the world, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique. You have the opportunity to listen to the sounds of the wilderness whilst sitting around the campfire at night. (B, L, D)

Day 09: (FRI) Savuti Game Reserve
We leave the Moremi Reserve behind and enter the bordering Savuti Game Reserve, which also borders the famous Chobe National Park. An exciting day game driving through the park. Savuti is often described as the best wildlife –viewing area in Africa. It boasts one of the highest concentrations of wildlife, where major species of animals can be seen including giraffe, elephant, zebra, impala, roan, sable, wildebeest, kudu, buffalo, waterbuck, warthog, eland, etc. The bird life is diverse and photography opportunities are abound. Savuti is known for its many predators also, including lion, spotted hyenas, jackal, bat-eared fox, wild dog and even cheetah.
Overnight: Savuti Game Reserve (1 night) (B, L, D)

Days 10 & 11: (SAT/SUN) Chobe National Park
Two days are spent exploring the Chobe National Park with its abundance of wildlife. One of the most famous game reserves in the World, Chobe National Park is home to large animal populations and over 450 bird species.
Overnight: Chobe National Park (2 nights) (B, L, D)

Day 12: (MON) Chobe National Park and Kasane
After breakfast and a last game drive we bid farewell to Chobe National Park and make our way to Kasane and Toro, where we meet our driver and the vehicle that we started the tour with. Once we’ve reached the lodge we’ll set up a camp and enjoy the rest of the afternoon on a sunset cruise on the Chobe River. Here we watch elephants, hippos, lions, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to reach for our binoculars – you’ll be close enough for close–up photographs.
Overnight: Toro Lodge (1 night) (B, L, D)

Day 13: (TUE) Chobe National Park / Victoria Falls (Zambia)
A mid morning departure takes you from Chobe to Livingstone in Zambia by ferry crossing the mighty Zambezi. Afternoon is free to relax or to partake in one of the many optional activities we offer at the Zambezi Waterfront.
Overnight: Zambezi Waterfront (2 nights) (B, L)

Day 14: (WED) Livingstone and Victoria Falls
After breakfast we visit the wonder of the world – the Victoria Falls and the falls on a guided walk. Afternoon at leisure for optional activities. (B)

Day 15: (THU) Livingstone / departure
After an forgettable safari we bid farewell and are transferred to the airport for our departure flight. (B)

Great opportunity to add visits to Mauritius or East Africa or even South Africa. Please call for details.

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Departure Dates
2009 English Speaking Departures Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 23, May 21, Jun 11 & 25, Jul 09 & 23, Aug 13 & 27, Sep 10, Oct. 08 & 22, Nov 12 & 26, Dec 10
Inclusions
Tour Price Includes Tour Price Does Not Include Overnight at accommodation as selected (2 options) Please see note for details International Airfare and Airport taxes All transportation in fully equipped 4x4 safari vehicles Insurance & Visa fees Meals as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Tips and gratuities camping equipment Local Payment of $ 300 Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary   Camping and park entrance fees   Experienced local English speaking guide & driver
Tour Price
We accept payment in US $ (US Dollars), CA $ (Canadian Dollars) or equivalent EURO (for clients outside North America). Bestway Tours & Safaris offers conversion rate protection. Once full payment has been received, and no modification has been made to the tour itinerary, we will honour that rate. For complete payment procedures, please download Bestway_Payment_Info.pdf Note: to read this file you must have Adobe Acrobat.
Departure Double Occupancy Single Room Supplement Option 1 US $ 2595 n/a Option 2 US $ 2160 n/a
Estimated International Airfare - International airfare is NOT included in this tour
Canada - West Coast N/A USA - West Coast US $ 1600 Canada - East Coast N/A USA - East Coast US $ 2100
Participants
This tour operates on a minimum of 04 and a maximum of 09 participants.
Notes
Accommodation This safari is offered with two styles of accommodation. Tour prices reflect the choice of accommodation selected. Option 1 is part lodge accommodation and part camping/tenting Option 2 is all tenting except for the first night. Tour Place Option 1 Option 2 Day 01 Johannesburg Airport Hotel Airport Hotel Day 02 Tuli Block Camp Tents Day 03 Khama Chalet Tents Day 04 Kubu Island Camp Tents Day 05-06 Khwai/Mankwe Luxury Tents Tents Day 07-08 Moremi Tents Tents Day 09 Savuti Tents Tents Day 10-11 Chobe Tents Tents Day 12 Kasane Chalets Tents Day 13-14 Livingstone Chalets Tents Transportation Vehicles used are fully equipped Toyota Quantum or Land cruisers or similar with comfortable seating, windows for game viewing and a music system. An off-road trailer is fitted with a field kitchen. All luggages are carried on the vehicle or trailer roof racks to ensure maximum comfort in the vehicle. Meals All meals are organized by the guide and are prepared by him/her with the help of the group (This being a participation safari). Meals are nutritious and filling, drawing on fresh local produce where possible. We buy groceries along the way, so our clients have a say in what type of meals are eaten. Please advise us of any special dietary requirements in advance. Participation Safari This is a semi-participating camping and lodge safari meaning that participants will be responsible for participate in certain tasks as i.e. setting up of overnight camps (tents, chairs, tables), cooking meals and cleaning dishes, tidying up campsite before leaving and packing and un-packing of the van. Customised Itinerary If you would like to have a tour on dates other than the above ones or with a customised itinerary, please contact us and we will be happy to work out an exclusive program for you. Foreign Language Departures Please contact us for information on French, German, Italian and Spanish speaking departures. You may e-mail us at bestway@bestway.com or call us at 604.264.7378. Residents of U.S.A./Canada may call us toll free at 1.800.663.0844.