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South West Safari
Trip Valid:
01/07/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
25 days (Johannesburg to Cape Town)
Highlights:
Camp on an island surrounded by giant lily pads in the Okavango Delta, Experience sunrise atop the world's highest sand dunes, Stalk the Big Five in the Kruger, Float past hippos down the Chobe River, Feel the earth move below the thunderous Victoria Falls, Get an adrenaline rush skydiving over a Namibian seaside resort
Trip Code:
UOX
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 21
Price:
USD $1490
*(plus local payment USD $260 and USD $670)
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Extras:
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Tour south-west Africa taking in the thunderous Victoria Falls, the impressive waterways of the Okavango Delta and the imposing sand dunes in the Namib Desert. Travelling through South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia discover all of these wonders and more between wildlife-spotting in national parks to the natural beauty of the southern coast.
about guerba
The 2006 merger of Intrepid and Guerba created one of the world's leading suppliers of small group adventures. With over 25 years experience operating safari and overland journeys throughout Africa, Guerba really know their stuff. Guerba shares our desire to get off the beaten track and our commitment to responsible and sustainable travel. Their leaders are local and as well as being passionate about their homelands are among the most experienced in the adventure travel sector.
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meals included: 24 Breakfasts, 22 Lunches, 19 Dinners
transport: Overland truck, boat, mokoro (dugout canoe), walking
accommodation: Participatory camping (24nts)
budget: Allow USD $80 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Thu
important notes:
1. Due to extremely early departure on day 1, a pre tour meeting will be held at 6pm on the evening prior to day 1.
2.This is a combination tour. Please see trip notes for more details.
3.Please note that the minimum age for this trip is 18 years of age.
we also recommend:
You've seen the sights now its time to get active. Check out our South African Active itinerary for some mountain biking and hiking adventures that take you where the others don't and meet the locals in some totally off the beaten track villages. (UXA)
Days 1-2 Johannesburg/ Kruger National Park
Leaving the sights and sounds of the city behind, the group departs Johannesburg, bound for the world-renowned Kruger National Park.
Days 3-4 Polokwane/ Nata
Travel through the vast Botswana grasslands towards southern Africa, making stops at Martins Drift, Francistown and Nata on the way.
Day 5 Chobe National Park
At the northern corner of Botswana is Chobe National Park, home to an estimated 120,000 elephants and a variety of other wildlife.
Days 6-7 Victoria Falls/ Livingstone
Go wild in Livingstone, Zambia's adventure sports capital and the gateway to the raging waters of Victoria Falls.
Days 8-9 Chobe National Park
Spot the difference with one more game drive through Chobe National Park. No two game drives are ever the same, so expect the unexpected!
Days 10-12 Okavango Delta
Catch a glimpse of enormous Nile crocodiles or gangly giraffes while gliding along the waters of the Okavango Delta, then camp on a remote island surrounded by giant lily pads.
Day 13 Ghanzi
Embark on a walk through the bush with the local San people. The Bushmen of the Kalahari communicate using a series of clicks, making this an unforgettable tribal experience.
Days 14 Windhoek
Discover Germany in the heart of Africa and enjoy a flagon of bier in a Windhoek tavern.
Days 15-16 Etosha National Park
Go on safari in the Etosha National Park, staying up late to spot nocturnal wildlife around the reserve's many waterholes.
Day 17 Sptizkoppe
Eerie, dramatic and ancient, the granite rock formations around the Spitzkoppe area conceal primitive bushmen artwork.
Days 18-19 Swakopmund
Travel to Cape Cross to watch thousands of seals caper along the coastline. In the oasis town of Swakopmund try optional dune bashing or sand boarding before kicking back in a lively bar.
Days 20-21 Sesriem/ Soussesvlei
Watch sunrise atop a huge dune overlooking the coppery sands of the world's oldest desert.
Day 22 Fish River Canyon
This incredible gorge offers remarkable photo opportunities, especially around Hell's Bend, a sharp turn in the river that cuts a swathe through the rock.
Days 23-24 Orange River/ Western Cape
Seamed by rugged mountains and rolling dunes, the scenic banks of Orange River are in the citrus area of the Western Cape.
Day 25 Cape Town
With an imposing cloud-covered mountain as a backdrop, Cape Town is one of the world's most beautiful cities and the perfect place to end this journey - but not before experiencing township life in the Cape Flats.
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