Cape Kalahari & Okavango Delta Expediton
19 days 4x4 adventure

London

The Ultimate Safari, hauntingly desolate and totally uncommercialized. We are alone in our Africa here, with only nature as our companion. But that is exactly why we are here, and we do not intend sharing the experiences with everyone. Open spaces, vast sects of virgin Africa with its natural inhabitants. We go back in time to a period of San Culture, herds of wild animals and distant horizons. Will we ever be able to face civilization once more?

Day to day schedule:

B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner (included).

Day 1 After checking into The Outback Africa Safari Lodge in Cape Town , we explore the Cape region today. First we hike the mountain of the Mother City , Table Mountain and thereafter visit the Cape Point, The Cape Of Good Hope and the colony of African Penguins of Simon's Town.

Dine with the Outback Africa management tonight, enjoying an overview of what we are about to subject ourselves to, in the days to come. B

Day 2 After our last civilized breakfast, we depart for the Cederberg Mountains, Set up camp in the mountains and prepare for the following day's hike. BLD

Day 3 We rise with the sun and set out in search of the Maltese cross in the Cederberg Mountains. After an eventful hike, we visit a wine farm in the mountains to savour the wines of the Cederberg. Return to our base, refresh in the cold waters of the mountain streams and enjoy a campfire in the cold clear mountain air. BLD

Day 4 We vacate camp and make our way towards the Augrabies National Park. The Kalahari Desert is harsh in reality. We spend the late afternoon sipping sundowners at a viewpoint overlooking the longest river in South Africa . The Orange River . A long, but rewarding day. BL

Day 5 Early morning finds the Land Rover on an extensive game drive in search of the animals found in the Augrabies National Park. We return for a well-earned brunch, break camp and make our way closer to Botswana and the true Kalahari Desert . We camp in Kuruman tonight. BrD

Day 6 Big sand, the true adventure begins. We cross the border into Botswana , and drive the long and sandy road to our new home for the next three days. Mabuasehube Game Reserve , a 57000km² pristine wilderness area dedicated to the animals endemic to the desert region. Set up camp and relax after the tedious day on the road. Large camel thorn campfire tonight to ward off the predators. BLD

Day 7 We rise with the sun and scout the dunes, searching for telltale signs of the predators of the night. The long drive is rewarded by a hearty brunch and siesta in the heat of the day. The Kalahari Desert is a raptor paradise, and we are sure to find the birds of prey of the desert. We end the day with our late afternoon game drive in the Landy. BrD

Day 8 A new day, a different area. Today we explore different corners of this pristine wilderness, hoping to meet the majestic black mane Kalahari lion or the nomadic brown hyena. Watch in fascination as the male sand grouse takes water back to his chicks in his feathers. Late afternoon game drives to absorb the solitude and escape the reality of modern life. BrD

Day 9 With open eyes we leave this area and make our way slowly northwards towards Ghanzi and the People of the Desert. The San People. We set up camp in a community campsite and rid ourselves of the red sand under cold showers. Relax and interact with the local San population. The evening is spent enjoying traditional Bushman dancing or story telling. Our homeland seems far away tonight. An educational and humbling Cultural day today. BLD

Day 10 We rise with the sun and experience the ways of the Hunters and Gatherers, learning the arts of survival in this harsh land. Would we make it out here alone? After this learned experience we bid farewell to these noble people and travel northwards to the Okavango Delta, and the start of the next adventure. Travel in 4x4 over sandy conditions to the verge of the waterway and our base camp for our Okavango Delta excursion. Relax this afternoon, after preparing for the days to come in the wilderness of Botswana . BL

Day 11 An early start. A wild place. First we transfer by motorboat to our Okavango Delta swamp island. Today we finally meet Africa and camp wild under the Palm or Ebony trees. We spend the evening around the campfire enjoying the aura of wild Africa , and looking over our shoulders into the darkness. BLD

Day 12 The rich bird life of the Okavango Delta is really great to behold. A game walk in the morning and spend the heat of the day in the shade of great Jackalberry trees, relaxing and enjoying the solitude of being alone in paradise, days that will never be forgotten. A late afternoon makoro excursion upstream in search of the shy Sitatunga antelope or secretive Pel`s fishing owl rounds off our experience in paradise. BrD

Day 13 Early transfer back to our Okavango base camp and the Hills of Tsodilo is our new port`o call for this evening. After a strenuous drive, we reach the 4 separate hills, where we set up camp. Late afternoon we explore the Male & Female Hills with a local guide. We are sure to find signs of San occupation. The Tsodilo Hills is a sacred destination, and we come away with an awe not explained in modern civilizations. BLD

Day 14 Ngepi Camp on the Okavango River is our next destination. Ngepi is a great birding area in which the Paradise Flycatcher and Giant Kingfisher, two of the many rare bird species, are found. A beautiful decadent camping experience. Dinner in the ethnical camp restaurant tonight. BL

Day 15 Crossing the border back into Botswana , we make our way to the Chobe National Park.We camp next to the park on the banks of the Chobe River and enjoy the option of sipping cold beers on the sundeck whilst enjoying a commercialised afternoon relaxing at the poolside. B

Day 16 We camp on the banks of the Chobe River for two days, giving us the chance to explore the reserve in our open Land Rover and by boat. We conduct a morning game drive into The Chobe NP, an area that abounds with Elephant, Buffalo , Hippo and many Antelope species. We hope to find the Puku Antelope, an antelope endemic to the Chobe floodplains. The park contains a multitude of aquatic bird species and the visitor is sure to observe the majestic Fish Eagle or the acrobatic Bee-eater. In the afternoon we do a boat cruise into the Chobe N.P. giving us a chance to get up close and personal with the Hippos and Crocodiles. BD

Day 17 A new day, the last country, Victoria Falls in Zambia is calling. After the border crossing and a short drive we set up camp outside the bustling town of Livingstone. Today we will visit the world-famous Victoria Falls. (Entry own expense)
One great way to end a fantastic adventure is by having a second fantastic adventure: Rafting the mighty Zambezi River . Do not be afraid, as this is the ultimate way of forging a unique bond between world travellers who have become friends. BLD

Day 18 Today is yours to raft, fly, jump, ride or sightsee. The Zambian side of Victoria Falls is a recommendation for its curio market and rainforest. B

Day 19 After breakfast we bid our guide farewell, and embark on our journey home. B

Departure dates & prices 2008:

19 days. Including flights to Cape Town +/- 21 days.

14-07 - 01-08-2008 CKOE06 / £ 1,495
18-08 - 05-09-2008 CKOE07 / £ 1,495
22-09 - 10-10-2008 CKOE08 / £ 1,495
27-10 - 14-11-2008 CKOE09 / £ 1,495
01-12 - 19-12-2008 CKOE10 / £ 1,495

Package prices include:

Vehicle, fuel, guide, equipment, park entry fees, accommodation and meals (unless otherwise specified) B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = diner.

Package prices exclude:

Flights, optional extra activities, airport transfers (at R200 pp, min 2 pax) and Cape Town Bed & Breakfast accommodation. 

Flights from/to Cape Town / Johannesburg:

Flights are not included we can offer you the safari including a flight to Cape Town and back from Johannesburg or Livingstone.

Pocket money & personal expenses:  

For additional excursions, drinks and souvenirs we advice you to bring some cash and to use your ATM card and/or credit card.
Changing money into Rand is possible at the airport. During the safari you can use ATM's for getting cash Rand. Credit cards are accepted in most places but not all.

Visa and passport:  

You will need a valid passport on arrival in South Africa. When leaving South Africa your passport should be valid at least for another 30 days.

When leaving Zambia your passport should be valid for 6 Months.

Shortened safaris:

Cape Town - Victoria Falls (send an email for more info)

Important:  

An open mind and a flexible attitude are required in order to achieve the ultimate satisfaction whilst on an Outback Africa Safari in Third World African Countries!

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