Lillies & Dust Safari

Discover the “Real Africa” on this exploration of Botswana’s world famous Okavango Delta and the magic of the vast Kalahari with a unique combination of mobile camping, tented lodges and a houseboat, on a journey of contrast and adventure. Time spent on this safari in the Delta places you at the heart of this timeless Eden, while the Central Kalahari, one of the world’s most remote places, is in complete contrast with its dry, vast, magical beauty, where animals have adapted to the arid desert conditions.

Day	Region	Accommodation
1	Okavango Delta	Gcadikwe Island Camp
2	Okavango Delta	Gcadikwe Island Camp
3	Okavango Delta	Camp Dizhana
4	Okavango Delta	Camp Dizhana
5	Maun	Crocodile Camp
6	Okavango River	Ngwesi Houseboat
7	Okavango River	Ngwesi Houseboat
8	Central Kalahari Game Reserve	Camping
9	Central Kalahari Game Reserve	Camping
10	Central Kalahari Game Reserve	Camping
11	Central Kalahari Game Reserve	Camping
12	Maun	Departure

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Discover the “Real Africa” on this exploration of Botswana’s world famous Okavango Delta and the magic of the vast Kalahari with a unique combination of mobile camping, tented lodges and a houseboat, on a journey of contrast and adventure. Time spent on this safari in the Delta places you at the heart of this timeless Eden, while the Central Kalahari, one of the world’s most remote places, is in complete contrast with its dry, vast, magical beauty, where animals have adapted to the arid desert conditions.

Day 1: Maun – Okavango Delta

On arrival in Maun you are met and enjoy lunch and a pre-departure briefing, before transferring by light aircraft into the Moremi Game Reserve. From here you travel by boat through the channels and lagoons to a pre-erected mobile camp on an Island. Enjoy the chance to see hippos, crocodiles and the birdlife endemic to the area. Overnight Gcadikwe Island Camp. (LD)

Day 2: Okavango Delta

Today explore the channels and waterways of the Okavango Delta by boat, with lunch being enjoyed either back at camp or on one of the Islands. (BLD)

Day 3: Okavango Delta

After breakfast return to the boat station and game vehicle for a day of game drives with a picnic lunch enroute to your next camp situated just outside the Moremi Game Reserve. With no fences between the Park and the private concession, the game drives can be thrilling. Overnight Camp Dizhana. (BLD)

Day 4: Okavango Delta

Spend the day exploring the Khwai floodplains with your guide. The serenity of the surrounding wilderness is overpowering, and a mokoro ride pays tribute to this. (BLD)

Day 5: Okavango Delta - Maun

After an early breakfast travel by road to a lodge located on the riverbank a short distance from Maun. A sundowner cruise rounds off the day. Overnight Crocodile Camp. (BLD)

Day 6: Maun - Okavango River

Transfer to the airport for a light aircraft flight into the panhandle of the Okavango where you board a houseboat. Capture the rhythms of the Delta and feel its heartbeat as you journey down the river. Late afternoon sundowners are served as you marvel at the African sunset. Overnight Ngwesi Houseboat. (BLD)

Day 7: Okavango River

Activities today include birding and fishing. With over 400 species of birds, this area is one of the top bird watching spots in the world. Tiger and Bream fishing excursions are offered on tender boats to explore the Delta with its countless channels, floating islands and fertile banks. (BLD)

Days 8 and 9: Okavango River – Central Kalahari Game Reserve

After breakfast, moor and transfer back to the airstrip for a light aircraft flight to the unique and untamed Central Kalahari Reserve. Here explore the area around Deception Valley, looking for the large herds of antelope that inhabit this desert terrain. Overnight camping. (BLD)

Day 10: Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Today transfer by road to Haina Kalahari Lodge, a classically African, relaxed and informal safari tented property. Enjoy sundowners and dinner before taking a night drive to explore the magic of the nocturnal creatures in the area. (BLD)

Day 11: Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Enjoy a guided walk as your guide unfolds the tracks and signs of the wilderness. Experience the magic and culture of the Bushman as they share their world of survival in the desert. (BLD)

Day 12: Central Kalahari Game Reserve - Maun

This morning enjoy the last memorable game drive before breakfast, and a scenic flight transfer back to Maun airport. (B)

Departures	Twin	Single
24 Jan – 04 Feb 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
14 – 25 Feb 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
21 Feb – 03 Mar 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
06 – 17 Mar 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
20 – 31 Mar 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
10 – 21 Apr 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
17 – 28 Apr 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
15 – 26 May 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
22 May – 02 Jun 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
05 – 16 Jun 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
19 – 30 Jun 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
03 – 14 Jul 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
07 – 18 Aug 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
04 – 15 Sep 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
18 – 29 Sep 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
02 – 13 Oct 12	$6,545	$8,085	Enquire Now
13 – 24 Nov 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
20 Nov – 01 Dec 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
11 – 22 Dec 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now
18 – 29 Dec 12	$5,845	$7,385	Enquire Now

Inclusions:

• Four nights in spacious dome tents with ensuite shower and toilet
• All meals with mineral water & table wine for dinner whilst camping
• Two nights on a houseboat with meals
• Five nights lodge accommodation with meals & table wine for dinner
• Botswana park fee
• Scheduled activities as mentioned above

Group size: 4 - 8 passengers per vehicle

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