THE ZEBRA ACCOMMODATED SAFARI

All nights in lodges / guest houses / permanent camps

• Day 1: Pick up guests from their lodge in an air-conditioned vehicle - drive to Hwange National Park (D)
• Day 2: Game drives, nature walk, stay in Hwange National Park (B, L, D)
• Day 3: Drive to Nata, visit of the Nata Bird Sanctuary (1 border crossing) (B, D)
• Day 4: Drive to Khumaga, edge of Makgadikgadi National Park, village walk (B, L, D)
• Day 5: Nxai Pan National Park, game drive and visit of Baines Baobab, stay at Makgadikgadi National Park - full day (B, L, D)
• Day 6: Drive to Maun – optional scenic flight (45 min) over the delta (B, D)
• Day 7: Transfer / game drive in a Bush Ways safari vehicle to Khwai (B, L, D)
• Day 8: Game drives in the Khwai concession or Moremi Game Reserve, mokoro excursion (B, L, D)
• Day 9: Drive to Chobe, Chobe National Park, game drive - full day (B, D)
• Day 10: Game drive in Chobe National Park and boat cruise on the Chobe river, stay in Kasane (B, D)
• Day 11: Drive to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (1 border crossing) – optional visit of the Victoria Falls – stay in Victoria Falls (B)
• Day 12: Breakfast at the Lodge – END of the safari (B) 

All nights in lodges / guest houses / permanent camps

• Day 1: Pick up guests from their lodge in an open safari vehicle - drive to Chobe, Chobe National Park (D)
• Day 2: Game drive in Chobe National Park and boat on the Chobe river, stay in Kasane (B, D) 
• Day 3: Drive to Khwai, game drives (B, L, D)
• Day 4: Game drives in the Khwai concession or Moremi Game Reserve, mokoro excursion (B, L, D)
• Day 5: Drive to Maun – optional scenic flight (45 min) over the delta (B, D) 
• Day 6: Drive to Khumaga, edge of Makgadikgadi National Park, village walk (B, L, D)
• Day 7: Nxai Pan National Park, game drive and visit of Baines Baobab, stay at Makgadikgadi National Park - full day (B, L, D)
• Day 8: Drive to Nata, Makgadikgadi Pans, visit of Nata Bird Sanctuary (B, D)
• Day 9: Drive to Hwange National Park, afternoon at leisure (1 border crossing) (B, D)
• Day 10: Game drives, nature walk, stay in Hwange National Park (B, L, D)
• Day 11: Drive to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe  – optional visit of the Victoria Falls – stay in Victoria Falls (B)
• Day 12: Breakfast at the Lodge – END of the safari (B) 

• Hwange: Robins Camp or similar https://robinscamp.com
• Nata: Nata Lodge or similar http://underonebotswanasky.com/camps/nata-lodge.php
• Maun: Mochaba Crossing or similar www.mochabacrossing.com
• Moremi/Khwai: Khwai Guest House http://www.khwaiguesthouse.com/
• Magkadigkadi: Boteti River Camp or similar http://www.botetirivercamp.com
• Chobe: Chobe Elephant Camp or similar https://www.chobeelephantcamp.com
• Victoria Falls: Pioneers or similar https://www.pioneersvicfalls.com

• Hwange: nature walk, game drive
• Makgadikgadi : village walk, visit Nxai Pan National Park
• Khwai: game drives, mokoro excursion
• Nata: Nata bird sanctuary
• Chobe: game drive, boat cruise

Contact us to check availability.

Kindly note that all drives between and at camps in Chobe and Khwai will be done in a Bush Ways custom built open safari vehicle, equipped with a small fridge and plenty of space for those perfect photographic moments.

Day 1: Chobe, comfortable lodge

The safari begins in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe at 14h00. You will meet your guide at your hotel in Victoria Falls or at the VFA airport en-route to your first destination. Bush Ways Safaris is happy to assist with pre-safari arrangements such as accommodation and transfers (extra cost) from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone (Zambia) or Kasane (Botswana).  You will then head towards a rustic camp in Chobe on the edge of Chobe National Park, where we will stay 2 nights. Look out for any wild life along the way as you travel through the Chobe National Park to get to your destination. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure and soak up the sounds and smells of the African bush. (D)

 Victoria Falls – Chobe, Chobe Elephant Camp:  170 km, ±2.5 hrs driving (plus border crossing)

 Day 2: Chobe, comfortable lodge

Time is spent in Northern Chobe, a park which is incredibly rich in game due to the Chobe River providing water all year round. Large herds of elephant are frequently seen walking to and from the river. Due to the high density of herbivores in this area many predators, such as lions and leopards, can be found. While staying at Chobe Elephant Camp in this area, a game drive and boat cruise within the Chobe National Park allows the discovery of this incredible area from both land and water. (B, L, D)

 Day 3: Moremi/Khwai, guest house

From Chobe the drive meanders through to the Southern parts of Chobe National Park, called the Savuti area and on to the Khwai River area, on the border of Moremi Game Reserve. This is one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana with very high concentrations of game. The next two days will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is renowned for while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region. Enjoy game drives in the early morning as the sun rises and in the late afternoon as the sun sets. Night at the Khwai Guesthouse in the Khwai Village. (B, L, D)

 Chobe – Khwai: 200 km, 10 hrs (including game drives)

 Day 4: Moremi/Khwai, guest house

Game drives to explore the region surrounding the Khwai River and a mokoro excursion to experience the aquatic wildlife via dugout canoe and enjoy the silence of the African bush (North-east Moremi / Khwai Concession).
(B, L, D)

 Day 5: Maun outskirts, comfortable lodge

Inspired by the beauty of the area, you will travel South East to the outskirts of Maun.Arriving around noon, you can have lunch at your own expense at the lodge, and do an optional village walk andshopping for curios. (Rest of the day at leisure). In the afternoon, you will have the option of taking a scenic flight over the Delta (45 min. Maun to Maun scenic flight, rate TBA – to be booked during the safari, payment in cash only). This magical experience provides another perspective of the Okavango Delta’s distinctive water system.During the flight it is even possible to spot large game animals such as Elephant, Giraffe and Hippos. Night at a comfortable lodge in the outskirts of Maun. (B, D)

Khwai - Maun: 150 km, ±3 hrs (including game viewing)

Kindly note that all drives between camps from Maun via Nata and through to Victoria Falls will be done in a comfortable enclosed, air conditioned bus, equipped with a small fridge and plenty of space for photographic opportunities.

 Day 6: Magkadikgadi, comfortable camp

After an early breakfast you will head towards your next lodge, an oasis on the edge of the Makgadikgadi National Park entrance gate to Khumaga. You will have lunch at your camp and the afternoon will be spent in the village of Khumaga, a small village of about 1000 people. You can find out about their way of life and further insight into the local culture. (B, L, D)

Maun - Boteti River Camp or similar: 180 km, 2.5 hrs

 Day 7: Magkadikgadi, comfortable camp

Today your full day activity will lead you to Nxai Pan, this national park is home to Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and many more. In additional to exploring the pan, you will also have the chance to see the incredible Baines Baobabs, so named after painter and explorer, Thomas Baines, who captured their beauty in his painting done in 1862. The pan itself is a fossil lakebed about 40 square km in size where seasonal rain brings herds of Zebra to roam the open spaces and feed on the new grass. You will have a packed lunch and spend as much time as possible in this stunning area before heading back to camp. (B, L, D)

 Day 8: Nata, comfortable lodge

After breakfast you will depart towards Nata. This little town is on the edge of the Makgadikgadi pans. You will arrive at your lodge in time for lunch in the restaurant (at your own expense). After you have settled in, you will head to the Nata Bird Sanctuary, where depending on the time of year, it is possible to see large flocks of flamingos and pelicans feeding and nesting on the pans. (B, D)

Boteti River Camp - Nata: 290km, 4 hrs 

Day 9: Northern Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, comfortable lodge

After an early start, your adventure will take you North and across the border into Zimbabwe where you will spend two wonderful nights in the Hwange National Park. You will have your afternoon at leisure at a beautiful camp. Enjoy the swimming pool or sit and listen to the sounds of the African bush. (B, L, D)

 Nata – Hwange National Park, Robins Camp: 300km, 5-6 hrs (depending on border crossing)

Day 10: Northern Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, comfortable lodge

Today you will have the chance to explore the beautiful area of Northern Hwange, home to a large population of buffalo and also lion within the park itself. This area was one of the first game sanctuaries in Southern Africa and you will get to explore its surroundings with a game drive as well as a game walk during the course of the day.
(B, L, D)

Day 11: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe comfortable lodge

Today the journey takes youto Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe where you will spend the night at a comfortable lodge.  In the afternoon come face to face with the thunderous Victoria Falls and shop for curios with the roar of the water reverberating nearby.  At Victoria Falls there are many activities to enjoy in which your guide can assist you in organizing.  Please note that dinner on your last evening will be at your own expense. Spend your last night ata comfortable lodge with the images of the last 2 weeks still fresh in your memory. (B)

Hwange National Park, Robins Camp – Victoria Falls: 120 km, 2.5-3 hrs driving

Day 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, END OF THE SAFARI

The safari officially ends at 8h00 on Day 12. Bush Ways is happy to arrange post-tour accommodation, activities and transfers to Victoria Falls airport, Kasane, or any nearby lodges at an additional cost. 

Activities in Victoria Falls include White Water Rafting down the Zambezi Gorge, Canoeing on the upper Zambezi and Helicopter Flights over the Victoria Falls, please ask your guide for further details. (B)

Kindly note that all drives between camps from Victoria Falls via Nata and through to Maun will be done in a comfortable enclosed, air-conditioned bus, equipped with a small fridge and plenty of space for photographic opportunities.

 Day 1: Northern Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, comfortable lodge

The safari begins in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe at 14h00. You will meet your guide at your hotel in Victoria Falls or at the VFA airport en-route to your first destination. Bush Ways Safaris is happy to assist with pre-safari arrangements such as accommodation and transfers (extra cost) from Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) or Kasane (Botswana).  After a full safari briefing by our experienced guide your adventure with us will start as you head from Victoria Falls to the Hwange National Park. You will have your afternoon at leisure at a beautiful camp. Enjoy the swimming pool or sit and listen to the sounds of the African bush. (D)

Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park, Robins Camp: 120 km, 2.5-3 hrs driving

Day 2: Northern Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, comfortable lodge

Today you will have the chance to explore the beautiful area of Northern Hwange, home to a large population of buffalo and lion within the park itself. This area was one of the first game sanctuaries in Southern Africa and you will get to explore its surroundings with a game drive as well as a game walk during the course of the day.(B, L, D)

Day 3: Nata, comfortable lodge

After breakfast you will depart towards the Botswana border and on to Nata. This little town is on the edge of the Makgadikgadi pans. You will arrive at your lodge in time for lunch in the restaurant (at your own expense). After you have settled in, you will head to the Nata Bird Sanctuary, where depending on the time of year, it is possible to see large flocks of flamingos and pelicans feeding and nesting on the pans. (B, D)

 Northern Hwange – Nata: 300km, 5-6 hrs (depending on border crossing)

Day 4: Makgadikgadi, comfortable camp 

After an early breakfast you will head towards your next lodge, an oasis on the edge of the Makgadikgadi National Park entrance gate to Khumaga. You will have lunch at your camp and the afternoon will be spent in the village of Khumaga, a small village of about 1000 people. You can find out about their way of life and further insight into the local culture. (B, L, D)

 Nata – Boteti River Camp: 290km, 4 hrs 

 Day 5: Makgadikgadi, comfortable camp 

Today your full day activity will lead you to Nxai Pan, this national park is home to Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah and many more. In additional to exploring the pan, you will have the chance to see the incredible Baines Baobabs, so named after painter and explorer, Thomas Baines, who captured their beauty in his painting done in 1862. The pan itself is a fossil lakebed about 40 square km in size where seasonal rain brings herds of Zebra to roam the open spaces and feed on the new grass. You will have a packed lunch and spend as much time as possible in this stunning area before heading back to camp. (B, L, D)

 Day 6: Maun outskirts, comfortable lodge

Inspired by the beauty of the area, you will travel West to Maun. Arriving around noon in town, you can doa bit of shopping for curios, safari drinks and necessities before lunch.(Rest of the day at leisure) In the afternoon, you will have the option of taking a scenic flight over the Delta (45 min. Maun to Maun scenic flight, EUR125 min 3pax– to be booked during the safari, payment in cash only). This magical experience provides another perspective of the Okavango Delta’s distinctive water system.During the flight it is even possible to spot large game animals such as Elephant, Giraffe and Hippos. Night at a comfortable lodge on the outskirts ofMaun. (B, D)

Boteti River Camp – Maun: 180 km, 2.5 hrs

Kindly note that all drives between and at camps in Khwai and Chobe will be done in a Bush Ways custom built open safari vehicle, equipped with a small fridge and plenty of space for those perfect photographic moments.

Day 7: Moremi/Khwai, guest house

From Maun the drive meanders through to the Khwai River area, on the border of Moremi Game Reserve, one of the best wilderness areas of Botswana with very high concentrations of game. The next two days will be spent searching for the wide variety of wildlife and birds that this area is renowned for while absorbing the sounds and beauty of this region. Enjoy game drives in the early morning as the sun rises and in the late afternoon as the sun sets. Night at the Khwai Guesthouse in the Khwai Village. (B, L, D)

Maun - Khwai: 150 km, ±3.5 hrs (including game viewing)

 Day 8: Moremi/Khwai, guest house

Game drives to explore the region surrounding the Khwai River and a mokoro excursion to experience the aquatic wildlife via dugout canoe and enjoy the silence of the African bush (North-east Moremi / Khwai Concession).

(B, L, D)

Day 9: Chobe, comfortable lodge

The safari then heads North towards a rustic camp in Chobe on the edge of Chobe National Park, where we will stay 2 nights to explore the northern reaches of the park. This day will again be a full day activity as we will do a full day of game drives through the Savuti area of the Chobe National Park and North towards the Chobe flood plains. You will have your lunch break along the road surrounded by great wildlife and arrive late afternoon into your lodge. (B, L, D)

Khwai – Chobe: 200 km, 10 hrs (including game drives)

Day 10: Chobe, comfortable lodge

Time is spent in Northern Chobe, a park which is incredibly rich in game due to the Chobe River providing water all year round. Large herds of elephant are frequently seen walking to and from the river. Due to the high density of herbivores in this area many predators, such as lions and leopards, can be found. While staying at Chobe Elephant Camp in this area, a game drive as well as a boat cruise in the Chobe National Park will allow the discovery of this incredible area from both land and water.  (B, L, D)

Day 11: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe comfortable lodge

Today the journey takes youto Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe (Visa required), where you will spend the night at a comfortable lodge.  In the afternoon come face to face with the thunderous Victoria Falls and shop for curios with the roar of the water reverberating nearby.  At Victoria Falls there are many activities to enjoy which your guide can assist you in organizing.  Please note that dinner on your last evening will be at your own expense. Spend your last night ata comfortable lodge with the images of the last 2 weeks still fresh in your memory. (B)

Chobe – Victoria Falls:  170 km, ±2.5hrs (plus border crossing)

Day 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, END OF THE SAFARI

The safari officially ends at 8h00 on Day 12. Bush Ways is happy to arrange post-tour accommodation, activities and transfers to Victoria Falls airport, Kasane, or any nearby lodges at an additional cost. 

Activities in Victoria Falls include White Water Rafting down the Zambezi Gorge, Canoeing on the upper Zambezi and Helicopter Flights over the Victoria Falls, please ask your guide for further details. (B)

The Bush Ways Accommodated Safari offers travelers the opportunity to explore the most amazing wilderness areas of Botswana as well as a glimpse of the beauty of Zimbabwe simultaneously providing the comfort of permanent camps and lodges with the incredible privilege of being introduced to these fantastic natural wonders from beginning to end by one of our passionate Bush Ways guides.

This lodge-to-lodge mobile safari itinerary is around a 2/3-star standard and offers a lot of activities. Transportation between lodges is done in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus, equipped with a small fridge and plenty of space for photographic opportunities. For part of the safari, a custom-built Bush Ways open game viewer will be used for the activities as well as the drive between properties.

The activities are carried out in the various lodges where we are staying using the lodge game drive vehicles, boats and mokoros (traditional dugout canoes).

For 2019 we have amended the minimum number of pax from 4 to NO MINIMUM for our Accommodated Safaris running in 2019. 

Meaning the departure is guaranteed as soon as one guest is confirmed on a safari.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ONLY APPLIES TO SAFARIS THAT ARE CONDUCTED IN 2019! It doesn't apply to safaris that run in 2020 even though they were booked in 2019!

Maximum 11 participants.

The accommodation used during this tour will therefore be:

• In Nata: Nata Lodge or similar

• In Hwange: Robins Camp or similar

• In Magkadigkadi: Boteti River Camp or similar

• In Maun: Maun Lodge or similar

• In Moremi/Khwai: Khwai Guest House

• In Kavimba: Mwandi View or similar

• Chobe: Chobe Elephant Camp (applicable from 2020)

• In Victoria Falls: Phezulu Lodge or similar

LUGGAGE

• One large kit bag (preferably a rucksack or a bag with soft sides – Please do not bring hard suitcases as they are very difficult to pack in our trailers and can pose a problem for any light aircraft flights you may take as part of your safari. Semi-hard suitcases should be avoided as well.
• One item of hand luggage (e.g. a small backpack) – there will be room for this at your feet
• Main luggage: max weight = 18kg, max. size = 700mm x 350mm x 350mm
• Remember that on safari you need far fewer clothes than you think so bear this in mind when packing ;-)

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

• Torch with spare batteries and bulbs – a head torch is a good idea
• Hat/cap
• Scarf and gloves (especially for winter months)
• Warm jacket/fleece/jumper – windproof in winter months (May - Sept), waterproof in summer months (Nov - Mar)
• Swimming costume
• Natural clothing (i.e. no bright colours and no white), t-shirts, shorts, a pair of light weight long trousers and a lightweight long sleeve shirt (long sleeves are extremely useful for sun protection during the day and mosquito protection during the evening)
• Please note that camouflage printed clothing is fine for the bush but please do not to wear in towns or when crossing borders.
• Comfortable walking shoes and flip flops/sandals
• Camera equipment, binoculars, lots of spare films, batteries and spare memory cards for digital cameras are essential as the opportunity to download photos is limited.
• Adaptors for cables, chargers, USB, etc.: note that we recommend you label them to avoid confusion on the vehicle charging station
• Water bottle and a small day pack for walks

TOILETRIES AND FIRST AID

• Personal toiletries and medications in small bag, not a vanity case
• Sunscreen
• Malaria prophylaxis (see section 5 for further information)
• Mosquito repellents/lotion/spray
• Water proof/zip lock bags for storing personal items to keep dust free and/or dry.
• Personal First Aid Kit
  Please note: A First Aid Kit will be present throughout the safari but personal medicines must be brought for the duration of the safari.

MEDICAL PRECAUTIONS

• Check with your local immunisation authority, travel clinic, public health facility or personal physician
• Visit the WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION website for up to date information www.who.int
• Botswana is considered a malaria area and preventative medications should be taken
• Between 2012 and 2015, both South Africa and Botswana required that all travelers coming from / going to Zambia should have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Beginning of 2015, both South Africa and Botswana officially communicated that they shall not require the yellow fever vaccination certificate for travelers coming from / going to Zambia. However, beware that regulations could change again without prior notice.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION

• Valid passport: your passport must be valid at least 6 months after the end date of your trip and there must be at least 6 blank visa pages.
• Many nationalities are able to obtain tourist visas for Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe at the border posts HOWEVER citizens of certain countries are required to obtain a visa before travelling. Please note that certain visas can take up to 3 months to be processed so please consider this when booking.
• For more information see www.botswanatourism.co.bw, www.zambiatourism.com, www.zimbabwetourism.co.zw and www.namibiatourism.com.na
• Valid visas – it is your responsibility to arrange visas
• For up-to-date visa requirements please check with your travel consultant and/or Embassy
• If you need to get a visa for one of the countries visited during your safari, please check when and where the visa can be obtained, and which currency is required for its payment.
• Requirements for minor traveling through all Botswana ports of entry
  Effective from the 1st October 2016 minors travelling through the country’s borders will be required to produce certified copies of unabridged birth certificates in addition to their valid passports. In the event that one parent is not travelling with the child, the other parent’s affidavit consenting to such travel should be availed. However, an affidavit will not be required if the father’s name does not appear on the child’s birth certificate.
• The Botswana Tourism Development Levy has not been reinstated, if put back in place this will be advised.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

• For all our safaris, it is COMPULSORY to take out travel insurance covering for: cancellation and curtailment, medical situations, baggage, emergency evacuation.
• Bush Ways Safaris does not provide travel insurance.
• Bush Ways Safaris can assist you to sign up for the Okavango Air Rescue membership. The service provides medical evacuation from isolated areas of the bush by a medically equipped helicopter and emergency doctor, ensuring smooth and swift operations. International insurance companies are not always familiar with the practicalities of dealing with emergencies in the Botswana bush, which can add to delays in obtaining medical care. Although the OAR membership is not compulsory, and does not replace an international medical insurance and evacuation (which remains compulsory with or without OAR membership), we highly recommend to sign up for the OAR membership which is only BWP175 / USD 17 / EUR 15.
• Please note that you will be required to provide your insurance details prior to your arrival so we can liaise with your insurance company in the shortest amount of time in case of an emergency. Required details include: medical evacuation insurer's Name, medical evacuation policy number, 24-hour contact number of Medical evacuation insurer (must be able to phone it from Botswana - USA 800 numbers don't work from here).

SAFARI DRINKS

• Drinks are at your own account at all lodges
• Please note that our safari teams do not sell drinks during the safari and drinks can only be bought in town prior to and/or during the safari.
• We always recommend that people drink a minimum 3 litres of drinking water / juices / soft drinks per person per day to avoid dehydration.
• At all hotel/lodge accommodation drinks are on a cash bar basis
• Please find below the approximate prices for drinks in Botswana in local stores (note these are subject to change)
   - Water 5l = Pula 20 - 25
   - Water 1.5l = Pula 7 - 10
   - 6 cans of beer = Pula 70 - 80
   - 6 cans of Coke/Fanta/etc = Pula 50
   - 2 litres Red wine (box) = Pula 115
   - 5 litres Red wine (box) = Pula 215
   - 2 litres White wine (box) = Pula 115
   - 5 litres White wine (box)= Pula 215
   - 1 litre Fruit juice = Pula 25
   - 330ml Fruit Juice = Pula 17
   - 6 cans of Tonic Water/Dry Lemon/Lemonade = Pula 50