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Okavango to Victoria Falls Family Holiday
- 11 days - Flight inclusive* Delta & Dunes - 17 days - Flight inclusive* Cape to Victoria Falls - 24 days - Flight inclusive* Into the Okavango - 17 days - Flight inclusive* Delta to Victoria Falls - 17 days - Flight inclusive* Safari & River Adventure - 17 days - Flight inclusive* |
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Okavango to Victoria Falls Family Holiday
- 11 days - Flight inclusive* Elephant encounters | Thundering Victoria Falls | Okavango Delta & Moremi wilderness Escape to the untouched wilderness of Botswana and experience the awesome power of Victoria Falls. Enjoy overnighting in a mountain refuge in the wilderness of Northern Botswana. Come prepared to shoot (with your camera, of course) the many animals you will see. This is a tour your family will never forget! This is a Moderate tour that is fun-filled for the entire family. The maximum participants for this tour is 12. Click here for additional information about this particular tour. For a map of the tour, and the day-by-day itinerary, click on Itinerary and Map. |
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Moremi & Okavango Delta
Northern Botswana is a true wilderness, crammed full of animals. Moremi Game
Reserve, encompassing part of the Okavango Delta, is one of the few truly
untouched parts of Africa. You’ll head deep into the area in search of wildlife
from hippos and crocodiles to warthogs, antelope and of course the carnivores –
lions and leopards. Being surrounded by the bush is truly unforgettable. You’ll
visit a range of different habitats including the wildlife-rich Savuti
marshlands – you and your family will see a wide variety of animals on this
trip.
Elephants & Waterfalls
Home to some 120,000 elephants, Chobe National Park is the place to go in search
of this loveable giant. Seeing a large herd spread across the landscape is an
awesome spectacle. Your trip ends at the incredible Victoria Falls. Here you’ll
get soaked by the spray as the Zambezi crashes into the Batoka Gorge and you can
try some of the optional activities – rafting, canoeing, bungee jumping, gorge
swinging, helicopter rides...
Responsible Travel
We support a project to take disadvantaged local children to game parks so that
they can experience a safari for themselves and learn about the conservation
issues of their country. Our small groups make a minimal impact on the
environment
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Delta & Dunes
- 17 days - Flight inclusive* Namibia Holidays | Okavango Delta Wilderness | Impressive game of Etosha Pans | Namib Desert & Sossusvlei dunes Adventure safari seeing Africa’s most stunning scenery and wildlife. Perfect tour for everyone - singles, couples and families. This is an Easy tour that is packed with excitement and is especially designed for the family. The maximum participants for this tour is 12. Click here for additional information about this particular tour. For a map of the tour, and the day-by-day itinerary, click on Itinerary and Map. |
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Watery Wilderness by Mokoro
Heading across the Kalahari Desert to Botswana you enter the northern part of the Okavango Delta and explore its labyrinth of waterways both by mokoro (dugout canoe) and on foot. Here you can spot elephant, hippo, buffalo, warthog and countless bird species. Returning to Namibia you’ll head for Etosha NP to view game, including black rhino at Okaukuejo’s famous flood-lit waterhole.
Wonders of the Desert
Your route cuts through volcanic mountains en route to Twyfelfontein, where hundreds of Bushman engravings tell the story of the area’s original inhabitants. Pausing at the seal colony at Cape Cross you’ll then drive along the Skeleton Coast to Swakopmund. Finally, you spend two nights at Sesriem where there is ample time to walk and admire the sunset over the giant dunes at Sossusvlei.
Responsible Travel
For every client travelling on this trip we pay US$5 per person to Friends of Conservation to help save the rhino.
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Cape to Victoria Falls - 24 days - Flight inclusive* |
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Escape into untouched wilderness
Your journey begins in South Africa and after exploring cosmopolitan Cape Town you’ll walk in the rugged mountains of Cedarberg. Heading north you cross into Namibia and gaze into the Fish River Canyon, comparable in size to the Grand Canyon, and climb the towering red sand dunes at Sossusvlei, the highest in the world. The seal colonies and rugged cliffs of this desert coastline are simply amazing.
Game Drives & Victoria Falls
Travelling inland you’ll experience the best game parks in the world! In Etosha NP discover elephants, herds of antelope and lion around the waterholes. Crossing into Botswana you overnight at a Bushman settlement in the Kalahari before exploring the unique ecosystem of the Okavango Delta by mokoro (dugout canoe) and on foot. The finale to this amazing journey through southern Africa is “the smoke that thunders” - Victoria Falls.
Combine two trips
Why not combine this trip with our Johannesburg to the Cape trip (Ref: SA) for the ultimate experience in southern Africa. Contact one of our Travel Consultants for full details of dates and prices.
Responsible Travel
Travelling in a small group and using local campsites means minimal impact on the environment. Climate Care In South Africa we have now ordered 38,000 energy efficient lamps for households. Our latest project partner is the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa. In some cases the lamps are being distributed through community centres in low income areas. Householders are encouraged to bring their old 60W lamps and exchange them for a 15W energy efficient one. In others they are asked to pay 3 rand for the lamp (which is the cost of a normal bulb in the shops) and WESSA use the money raised to support other local environmental projects (such as buying trees for the local parks). This is a really good way of raising awareness about energy efficiency and also other environmental issues. Each lamp saves approximately a third of a tonne of CO2 over its life by reducing coal in local power stations.
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*NOTE: Guaranteed departure - Includes festival - Teenage departure - Single parents - Airfare included from the UK only. |
Into the Okavango - 17 days - Flight inclusive* |
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Rhinos & Delta
The adventure begins in Khama Rhino Sanctuary where you’ll visit several waterholes that are prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest. Driving on through the Kalahari you reach Maun - gateway to the Okavango Delta. You’ll journey into the waterways by mokoro (dugout canoe) and camp on remote islands in an amazing unique ecosystem. Spending several days with the local guides gives you the opportunity to learn about their culture.
Wildlife & Zambezi
Using an open-top 4WD vehicle you’ll spend two days game viewing in Moremi Game Reserve. Its abundant wildlife includes elephant, hippo and buffalo.A visit to the ethereal Makgadigadi Pans. The finale is a visit to Victoria Falls with various optional activities available.
Responsible Travel
Your visit to Khama Rhino Sanctuary supports a community-based wildlife project and helps to restore this area and provide economic benefits to the Batswana people.
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Delta to Victoria Falls - 17 days - Flight inclusive* |
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Rhinos & Delta
The adventure begins in Khama Rhino Sanctuary where you’ll visit several waterholes that are prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest. Driving on through the Kalahari you reach Maun - gateway to the Okavango Delta. You’ll journey into the waterways by mokoro (dugout canoe) and camp on remote islands in an amazing, unique ecosystem. Spending several days with the local guides gives you the opportunity to learn about their culture.
Wildlife & Zambezi
Using an open-top 4WD vehicle you’ll spend two days game viewing in Moremi Game Reserve. Its abundant wildlife includes elephant, hippo and buffalo. The Savuti Marsh grasslands are famous for large prides of lion, whilst Chobe NP supports vast herds of elephants. The finale is a visit to Victoria Falls with various optional activities available.
Don’t like camping?
If you prefer a few creature comforts at the end of your safari day then why not opt for our Into the Okavango adventure (ref. BH) following a similar itinerary to the Delta to Victoria Falls trip. The main difference is that Savuti is replaced with the chance to visit the ethereal Makgadigadi Pans. You’ll be accommodated in pre-erected tents in the Okavango Delta and the rest of your nights will be in lodges and chalets. For full details please contact us or visit our website.
Responsible Travel
Your visit to Khama Rhino Sanctuary supports a community-based wildlife project and helps to restore this area and provide economic benefits to the Batswana people.
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Safari & River Adventure - 17 days - Flight inclusive* |
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Remote Wildlife Safaris
Your first safari experience is one of the most special. From your lodge on the Lower Zambezi you’ll head downriver by canoe - drifting past elephants and hippos is simply magical! From here you head north to the huge and remote Kafue NP. Discover numerous natural habitats and great wildlife opportunities without the tourists. The little visited Lochinvar NP is a haven for birdlife and herds of lechwe antelope.
Chobe Elephants & Victoria Falls
Chobe is said to be home to some 120,000 elephants and offers fantastic opportunities to see large herds as they come down to the river to drink. The finale of your adventure is at the impressive mile wide Victoria Falls. The Zambezi River crashes into the Batoka Gorge providing one of the most unforgettable sights in Africa. There’s time to view the falls and try one of the many adrenalin fuelled activities!
Victoria Falls Activities
There are various optional activities to suit all levels of bravery at Victoria Falls. You could opt for a bird’s-eye view of the falls by flying over them or, for a closer (somewhat wetter!) encounter with the Zambezi, an exhilarating white water rafting trip – definitely not for the faint-hearted. River boarding, bungee jumping and gorge swinging are also on offer.
Responsible Travel
The community bordering Lochinvar NP is assisted by funds raised from entrance fees and fishing permits; the park also provides much-needed employment including staff for anti-poaching patrols.
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To help you choose the right trip, The Adventure Company has graded every itinerary. Obviously, grading is quite subjective - what is demanding for some people may be easy for others, and vice versa - so please keep this in mind when choosing a trip. Most healthy, active people will be able to take part in and enjoy nearly every trip. Just click on the grade assigned to the tour you are interested in -- Gentle - Easy - Active - Moderate - Demanding - Strenuous.
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These trips are more about culture, landscapes and sights, rather than activity. There may be the odd walk on reasonably flat terrain, but be aware that walking city streets or clambering over ancient monuments can still be tiring. The itinerary could involve some tough traveling, so a sense of adventure is essential; you should be flexible, open-minded and prepared for the unexpected. Anyone in good health should be able to take part. |
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This type of trip might have the odd half-day (say 2-4 hours) walk, or possibly longer. There will invariably be some ascent and descent but on generally easy gradients. Max. altitude 2000m. Suitable for anyone in good health and normal fitness. |
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Can involve activities like cycling, kayaking, walking, rafting, or even dog-sledding, for a half or full day. Suitable for anyone in good health and of normal fitness. No previous experience required, but you should undertake a program of exercise before the trip to get the most enjoyment out of each activity. |
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Harder half/full-day walks (3-6 hours) over rugged terrain and involving regular steep ascent and descent (max. 700m) and possibly with some minor obstacles. Max. altitude around 3000m. You will have to carry a daysac (up to 6kg). Requires reasonable physical condition. Previous experience or preparation beneficial. |
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Tough half day or full day-walks (up to 8 hrs) over rough paths, involving considerable ascent/descent (up to 1000m) on steep slopes with some minor obstacles or hazards. Max. altitude around 4000m. You will have to carry a large daysac or small rucksack (occasionally with a sleeping bag and personal gear up to 12kg). Good physical condition is essential. Some previous experience and/or preparation essential. |
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Challenging, full-day walks of up to 12 hours, on very steep slopes in difficult terrain, with ascent/descent of over 1000m, at altitudes of over 4000m and/or in a rigorous climate. Many obstacles – some major. Scrambling may be involved. This also applies to treks of extended duration and any trek which is unsupported, i.e. where you must carry a rucksack with personal gear, food and equipment. Excellent physical condition and previous experience and appropriate preparation are essential. |
Note: technical skills, e.g. rope-work, using crampons or ice-axes, are not needed on any trip.
