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Fly/Drive Holidays
Caprivi & Victoria Falls Luxury Fly-drive
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2008:
15 Days fly-in luxury accommodated tour from Rand/N$41,610 pp sharing (1st November 2007 to 15th June 2008) to Rand/N$45,575 pp sharing (16 th June to 31st October 2007) (Single Supplement: on request).
Departures from Windhoek daily throughout the year - on request.
Routing: Windhoek, Namibia to Windhoek.
Highlights: Okonjima Africat lodge, 2 nights exclusive on the border of Etosha National Park, 3 nights Lianshulu Lodge, Mamili National Park, excellent wildlife viewing, boat excursions and game drives, 3 nights nestled between the Chobe & Zambezi Rivers including 1 night on a houseboat, 2 nights Victoria Falls.
Details: Exclusive fly-in & self-drive safari inclusive of luxury accommodation, most meals & activities as per the itinerary, charter flight transfers between some lodges, 4x4 double cab vehicle for the self-drive section (N$4000 reduced excess), scheduled flight from Victoria Falls to Windhoek, personal briefing, road maps & 24 hour support.
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Days 1 & 2: Okonjima Bush Lodge and Africat Foundation |
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Fly into Windhoek and connect with your light aircraft charter plane to fly northwards to Okonjima Lodge, situated just south of Otjiwarongo. Okonjima is home to the Africat foundation which works with farmers and the public to conserve the big cat species of Namibia. The unique and inclusive activities here include lion viewing, nature walks, cheetah & leopard tracking, and bushman walks. After dinner you will also be offered the opportunity to visit a night hide where many nocturnal animals, including porcupine, honey badger and leopard are frequently sighted. Maintaining a quintessential bush flavour, the lodge offers Edwardian safari elegance, subtly combined with modern necessities and comforts. The large, spacious rooms open out onto the grass and acacia savannah. Each split level room has a day bed, bar, tea & coffee facilities. The large bathrooms contain his and hers sinks. Choose to sleep with the blinds open allowing you to enjoy the unique stillness of the African night. All meals & activities included. |
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Days 3 & 4: Ongava Lodge, Etosha National Park |
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Continue by flying north today, to Ongava Lodge located on the southern border of Etosha. Many fascinating species can be found in Etosha, and you may hope to see animals including lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, giraffe, zebra & antelope in addition to many bird species. Ongava is located in a private nature reserve bordering the Etosha National Park. In addition to the early morning and late afternoon game drives that are offered from the lodge into Etosha itself, you will be able to enjoy viewing the many species present around the lodge grounds. The waterhole situated in front of the main deck provides the perfect place to relax and watch the movements of the many animals quenching their thirst. The accommodation is in luxurious brick & thatch chalets and a bar, dining area and swimming pool blend in to the surrounding environment. All meals and activities included. |
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Day 5: Kavango River Lodge, Rundu |
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Your 4x4 double cab hire car will be delivered to Ongava on the afternoon of day 4. Begin your short self-drive journey this morning by traveling through Etosha and making your way north to the Kavango River. Kavango River Lodge is situated in Rundu on the banks of the Okavango River, overlooking Southern Angola and the surrounding flood plains. This Lodge offers the visitor travelling through Namibia's far northeast a revitalizing and comfortable stopover on the long journey between Windhoek, Botswana and the Victoria Falls. Accommodation consists of chalets with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, television and en-suite facilities. Breakfast and other meals can be enjoyed in our restaurant with its breathtaking view overlooking the river and floodplains. Activities include canoe and fishing trips, sunset cruises on the river and bird watching. Dinner & breakfast included. |
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Day 6: Ndhovu Lodge, Mahango area |
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Credit: Ndhovu Lodge |
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Continue your drive into the Caprivi region today. This small, seven room luxury lodge is located on the banks of the Okavango River with a large lapa area, bar & wooden deck overlooking the winding river. A swimming pool nestles in a large area of green lawn and indigenous trees while accommodation is provided in luxury, en-suite tents. Relax and watch the wildlife across the river, animals seen in this area include elephant, buffalo, hippo and others. This area is ideal for bird watching and guests may like to take a self-drive trip into the nearby Mahango Game Park. Dinner & breakfast included. |
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Days 7,8 & 9: Lianshulu Lodge, Caprivi |
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Drive from Ndhovu further east into the lush Caprivi region today. Lianshulu is probably the most famous of the Caprivi lodges, established some 10 years ago in the Mudumu National Park. Its position on a small lagoon on the Kwando River is superb, with the bar deck stretching out over the water. A more perfectly tranquil environment from which to watch the river, birds and tiger fish is difficult to imagine. Accommodation at Lianshulu consists of thatched, traditional style chalets nestling beneath a canopy of shady Jackalberry, Mahogany & Mangosteen trees. Activities are based around river excursions, guided wilderness walks and nature drives with excellent birding. Dinner & breakfast included on day 7, all meals & activities included on days 8 & 9. |
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Days 10, 11 & 12: Ichingo Lodge & Houseboat - near Kasane |
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Credit: Ichingo Lodge |
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You will continue on the last leg of your driving journey today and end in Kasane, Botswana where you will deliver your hire car and take an inclusive road & boat transfer to the island of Impalila close to Kasane. Ichingo is a friendly, owner managed lodge located on Impalila Island at the confluence of the Chobe & Zambezi Rivers. From this beautiful vantage point, you can explore the rich waterways that form the hub of Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia & Botswana. Accommodation is provided in eight permanent, luxury Meru tents, each with en-suite bathroom and a private balcony overlooking the river. Inclusive activities take the form of motor boat based game viewing, birding, catch & release fishing for bream or tiger fish, island walks, canoe or mokoro excursions or visits to the nearby village. Relax in the verdant lodge grounds and fall asleep to the ever-present sound of the river. |
On your second day here enjoy an inclusive overnight trip on the Ichobezi Houseboat. The boat comes equipped with a full compliment of staff including a chef, and each of the four spacious double rooms allows guests to unwind and enjoy the river experience. Tender boats ferry guests to nearby islands or more remote areas of the mainland, whilst the houseboat sedately navigates stretches of both the Chobe & Zambezi. Game viewing from the river can be spectacular, so relax and enjoy sipping sundowners whilst listening to the haunting call of the Fish Eagle, and the cumbersome grunt of the hippo. All meals & activities included. |
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Days 13 & 14: Victoria Falls Hotel |
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Today you will transfer back to Kasane before taking a road transfer to Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls. Situated in acres of private garden, the charm and tranquil atmosphere of the hotel has earned international acclaim. A walk along the hotel's private pathway will bring guests out atop the gorge and provides a magnificent view of the bridge crossing into Zambia. The hotel 184 Suites and deluxe rooms all with air-conditioning, direct dial telephone and satellite television. Play on floodlit tennis courts, cool off in the swimming pool or browse the well-stocked curio shop. The hotel is only a ten minute walk from the Falls. Other activities which can be arranged include Zambezi River cruises, game drives, white water rafting, Elephant-back Safaris and the renowned "Flight of Angels" helicopter trip. Breakfast included. |
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Day 15: Depart from Victoria Falls |
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Take an inclusive road transfer to Victoria Falls airport today, in time to connect with your flight back to Windhoek. From here connect with your return flight. |
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Please note - the itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change - for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated above. Please check visa requirements. |