6 Days Chobe And The Okavango

DAY 1 : Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge, Chobe River Front

Chobe River Front

The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park, renowned for its diverse and abundant game viewing opportunities. This section of the park is best known for its dense concentration of wildlife including elephant and hippo populations, but the waters attract all manner of game including large herds of buffalo and the lions that prey on them. A visit to this area guarantees close encounters with an array of African wildlife. Visitors can look forward to some exciting activities such as: driving along the game-dotted river banks in a 4WD; cruising along the river in a motorboat, spotting rare birdlife and for a unique, luxury safari experience, hire a houseboat.

Overnight: Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is a luxurious retreat in the heart of the bush, located on the edge of Chobe National Park, the second largest national park in Botswana, where some 80,000 elephants roam. From the lodge’s hilltop position, guests can enjoy far reaching panoramic views over the Chobe River and floodplain below. The main public area includes a lounge, library and dining room, which are linked to outdoor viewing patios.

Guests are able to relax in the split-level swimming pool or unwind with a pampering session in the full service spa complete with a treetop treatment room.

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Mvuu Lodge

Mvuu Lodge overlooks a tranquil lagoon just off the Shire River with the main lounge area set high above the water in an area of captivating variety and beauty. It has an extensive wildlife library and telescope to make the most of the exceptional bird and other life that moves around the river. Mvuu means “hippo” in Tonga and the name epitomises the large numbers of pods of these water-loving mammals that float in the river. In this lush and fertile area, an excellent diversity of animals can be seen.

Accommodation comprises eight luxury tents, one of which is a romantic honeymoon suite. Each tent has en-suite bathroom facilities and its own deck built to look over the water. Lodge facilities include a dining room, pub, lounge area and a swimming pool. Activities include boat safaris, nature walks, treks & trails birding, and traditional game drives by day and night. No visit to Mvuu is complete without a visit to one of the villages on its boundaries to experience authentic African village life.

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

DAY 2 : Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge, Chobe River Front

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

DAY 3 : Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Lodge, Chobe River Front

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

DAY 4 : Sanctuary Stanley's Camp, Okavango Delta

Okavango Delta

Situated in the northwestern corner of Botswana, the Okavango Delta is a World Heritage Site as it is the largest inland delta in the world. The magnificent Okavango River sprawls out over the dry sands of the Kalahari Desert forming this flourishing waterlogged oasis featuring countless meandering waterways and crystal clear lagoons studded with water lilies, as well as fertile floodplains and reeded islands inhabited with abundant wildlife. The Okavango Delta stretches over 15000 square kilometres. Visitors can enjoy a number of wonderful activities such as game viewing, fishing, bird watching or taking an authentic guided Mokoro excursion through this wetland paradise in a traditional dugout canoe. Commonly spotted animals include: lion, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippos, elephants, crocodiles and countless species of bird.

Overnight: Sanctuary Stanley's Camp

This classic tented safari camp sits amidst 260,000 acres of untamed African bush in a private concession in the renowned Okavango Delta, bordering the southern section of the famous Moremi Game Reserve. The main area, a large tented lounge and dining area affords magnificent views over the floodplain in front of the camp. Watch as big game march past; perhaps even catch a glimpse of the rare wild dog.

From the rim flow swimming pool, guests can watch giraffe and other plains game march across the savannah. This is one of the best places in the world for seeing buffalo in large numbers, with herds often exceeding 2,000. Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp is also home of the unique elephant interaction activity in partnership with the Living with Elephants Foundation.

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

DAY 5 : Sanctuary Stanley's Camp, Okavango Delta

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

DAY 6 : Sanctuary Stanley's Camp, Okavango Delta

Activities

• Activities as per lodge schedule

Basis

• Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
• All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included