Northern Experience

A small group semi-participation safari accommodated in chalets and permanent tented camps. The tour spends time travelling from Cape Town to Victoria Falls and includes visits to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe.

Day	Region	Accommodation
1	Cape Town	Lady Hamilton Hotel (or similar)
2	Cedarberg Mountains	Gecko Creek (or similar)
3	Orange River	Felix Unite Camp Provenance (or similar)
4	Orange River	Felix Unite Camp Provenance (or similar)
5	Fish River Canyon	Canon Road House (or similar)
6	Sossusvlei	Hammerstein Lodge (or similar)
7	Sossusvlei	Hammerstein Lodge (or similar)
8	Swakopmund	Hotel A La Mer (or similar)
9	Swakopmund	Hotel A La Mer (or similar)
10	Brandberg	Brandberg White Lady Lodge (or similar)
11	Himba Village	Porcupine Camp (or similar)
12	Etosha National Park	Okaukuejo (or similar)
13	Etosha National Park	Halali (or similar)
14	Etosha National Park	Namutoni (or similar)
15	Kavango River	N’Kwazi Lodge (or similar)
16	Kavango River	N’Kwazi Lodge (or similar)
17	Okavango Delta	Guma Lagoon Camp (or similar)
18	Okavango Delta	Guma Lagoon Camp (or similar)
19	Eastern Caprivi	Camp Kwando (or similar)
20	Chobe National Park	Chobe Safari Lodge (or similar)
21	Victoria Falls	Lokuthula Lodge (or similar)
22	Victoria Falls	Departure

Please note: Pre and post tour accommodation and transfers can be arranged on request.

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A small group semi-participation safari accommodated in chalets and permanent tented camps. The tour spends time travelling from Cape Town to Victoria Falls and includes visits to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe.

Day 1: Cape Town

On arrival in Cape Town, please make your way to the Lady Hamilton Hotel. You have the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening you will meet your guide and the rest of the group.

Day 2: Cape Town - Cedarberg Mountains

An early start takes us to the beach on the Atlantic Ocean to have a last look at Table Mountain across the bay. After lunch we head for the Cedarberg Mountains, bypassing Citrusdal, a rural village set amongst lush green citrus orchards. (BLD)

Days 3 & 4: Cedarberg Mountains - Orange River

Travelling up the West Coast, we pass through some magnificent mountain ranges on our way to the Orange River. If you are travelling in spring you will see the spectacular carpets of wildflowers in the famous Namaqualand region. Later in the afternoon we will reach the Orange River, the natural border between South Africa and Namibia. The next day the only travelling is done in a canoe. Put your feet up and relax as the currents take you downstream the Orange River. (BLD)

Day 5: Orange River - Ai Ais - Fish River Canyon

Today we head to Ai-Ais, where we stop for lunch. Here thermal water rich in sulphates and fluorides and with a temperature of approx 60°C gushes forth from the springs. In the Nama language, "Ai-Ais" means "burning water". We then proceed to our accommodation that is situated close to the Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon on earth. Later in the evening we take in another perfect African sunset with the magnificent views and scenery along the edge of the canyon. (BLD)

Days 6 & 7: Fish River Canyon - Sossusvlei

Moving inland we make our way towards the Namib Naukluft National Park. This evening we embark on a wild cat walk at the lodge. The next morning we visit the world’s highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei. At sunrise and sunset these dune are absolutely spectacular and provide for a fantastic photo opportunity. With luck, there may even be water in the vlei (lake). We also stop to view the Sesriem Canyon, which was carved millions of years ago by the Tsauchab River. (BL)

Days 8 & 9: Sossusvlei - Swakopmund

The day is spent driving through the Namib Naukluft National Park on our way to Swakopmund. The Namib Naukluft Desert is an ancient land with an ageless spirit. It is home to some of the rarest plants and animal species in the world. We arrive into the coastal town of Swakopmund, where you will have the opportunity to partake in a few optional activities over the next two days. Alternatively just soak up the atmosphere of this little quaint German town and enjoy its beauty and beaches. (B)

Day 10: Swakopmund - Cape Cross Seal Colony - Brandberg

We follow the barren Atlantic Coast line on our way out of Swakopmund to visit Cape Cross - the largest breeding place of the Cape Fur Seals. Leaving the cold Atlantic coastline behind we then head inland across the desert plains for Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia. Either this afternoon or the next morning we take a walk to visit the “White Lady” one of the most famous rock paintings in the area. The footpath to the site offers spectacular views over the plains of Damaraland. (BLD)

Day 11: Brandberg – Twyfelfontein - Petrified Forest - Kamanjab

On our journey today we will stop to see ancient Bushmen paintings at Twyfelfontein as well as the Petrified Forest, the trees of which are estimated to be 250 million years old. Twyfelfontein was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. Depending on the time of arrival we go and explore a traditional Himba village this afternoon or the next morning. This will be a journey of culture exchange, learning and understanding of the last traditional tribe in Namibia, the Ova-Himba. (BLD)

Day 12: Kamanjab - Etosha National Park

After our cultural experience in Kamanjab, we head to the land of the big five – Etosha National Park. Etosha game park was declared a National Park in 1907, it is home to approximately 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surprisingly, one species of fish. (BLD)

Days 13 & 14: Etosha National Park

We fill the next two days spent on game drives in the hopes of spotting the big five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) as well as cheetah, giraffe, zebra and the numerous different types of antelope the park has to offer. Our nights are spent at the flood lit waterholes encountering the parks various nocturnal animals as they come to drink. (BLD)

Days 15 & 16: Etosha National Park - Kavango River

Our journey continues west as we drive along the Caprivi Strip to the town of Rundu. We make our way to N’Kwazi Lodge and spend a relaxing afternoon at our lodge on the banks of the Kavango River. Optional activities such as horse riding or a sunset cruise are available; alternatively just relax by the pool with a sundowner listening to the sounds of mother nature. (BL)

Days 17 & 18: Kavango River – Okavango Delta

We leave Namibia for the western border of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Unlike other deltas, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique. The next day is spent exploring the network of water pathways through thick vegetation in mokoros (canoes), discovering a variety of birds and wildlife and will stop at a secluded island to take a 90 minute guided walk hoping to spot elephants, waterbuck or other animals living in this water filled paradise. (BLD)

Day 19: Okavango Delta - Caprivi

Leaving Botswana, we drive up the western border of the Okavango Delta before crossing back into Namibia and driving through the Caprivi to our camp on the banks of the Kwando River. In the afternoon you will go on a game drive to the Mudumo National Park. In contrast to the rest of Namibia, the area is lush with riverine forest, marshes, dense savannah and mopane woodland. (BLD)

Day 20: Caprivi - Chobe National Park

The next morning we head along the Caprivi and cross the border back into Botswana to Kasane, the gateway to the Chobe National Park. Chobe, which is the second largest national park in Botswana and covers 10,566 square kilometres, has one of the greatest concentrations of elephant found on the African continent. In the afternoon we go on a cruise on the Chobe River, a truly unforgettable experience and one of the best ways to view the wildlife and the spectacular sunset. (BLD)

Day 21: Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls

Continuing our trip we leave Botswana and drive to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Your guide will take you on a tour of the might Victoria Falls, known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya- “the Smoke that thunders”. The rest of the day may be spent at leisure or partaking in one of the many activities on offer. (BL)

Day 22: Victoria Falls

Our safari ends after breakfast. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures. (B)

Departures	Twin	Single
20 Jan 12	$4,240	$4,915	Enquire Now
31 Jan 12	$4,240	$4,915	Enquire Now
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Inclusions:

• 21 nights accommodated in chalets and/or permanent tented camp
• All transport in fully equipped vehicles
• Use of camping equipment
• Game drives as mentioned
• Meals as per itinerary (prepared by the guide)
• Local Kitty and on road expenses
• Activities as mentioned in itinerary
• Experienced local guide
• Park entrance fees

Group Size: 4-12 participants.