The Essence of Botswana and Zambia

Flight Maun Airport to Khwai
At the scheduled time today you will take your charter flight from Maun airport to your camp in the Khwai area.

Please note: Your luggage is restricted to 20kg including hand luggage and any camera equipment. Only soft bags will be accepted - no hard suitcases or bags with wheels can be transported as they physically cannot fit the aircraft.

Khwai Leadwood Camp
Set within the Okavango Delta’s community-run Khwai Concession, this beautiful camp is tucked under the trees on the edge of the Khwai River. This river is all that separates the iconic Moremi Game Reserve and the concession, with hippos, elephants and even lions crossing over from time to time. Watching these animals manoeuvre through the water is an exceptional experience for even the most travelled safari veterans.

The elegantly designed camp hosts six standard tents and one family unit, keeping in line with the intimate and exclusive wilderness experience. The new camp effortlessly bridges the gap between luxury accommodation and feeling like you’re in the great African outdoors. Woven baskets and beaded décor, along with modern elements, create an authentic contemporary African style.

Khwai’s biggest drawcard is undoubtedly the plentiful and extraordinary wildlife - you’ll never be bored here! Adventure and relaxation are on offer as guests live out their ultimate safari experience - from setting off on a morning walking safari to enjoying a gin and tonic overlooking the Khwai River.
Khwai Leadwood Arrival Day
Upon arrival at the airstrip of your lodge you will be greeted by the friendly staff who transfer you to your lodge and then will assist you with checking in and showing you to your room. Get settled in and depending on your arrival time today, you may have the opportunity to head out on an afternoon game activity.

The Khwai River can be viewed as the North Gate of the Moremi Game Reserve, and has recently earned a strong reputation as being one of the best game areas in Botswana, offering spectacular wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities. Surrounding the Khwai River, wildlife and birdlife are in abundance, making it a great Botswana Safari destination to visit. This area plays host to a wide variety of animals which include: elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, serval, cheetah and the wild dog.

Dinner included.

Khwai Leadwood Activitives
Today you will have your choice of activities to experience this region which can be described as a combination of pretty lagoons and winding channels of papyrus, which is scenically beautiful and naturally peaceful.

The camp offers visitors several unique ways to experience Africa. Besides the day-time drives which can feature Africa’s big attractions – lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog, elephant, buffalo, hippo and giraffe – guests at Khwai Leadwood are able to explore nature after sunset with a night drive. This activity, along with the guided walking safaris, is not usually permitted in the National Parks or Game Reserves, and allows guests to get an up close and personal experience with some of Africa’s nocturnal and / or more elusive animals. The camp also provides the opportunity to explore the great stands of leadwood and mopane woodlands as well as open grasslands and banks of the Khwai River on foot.

Another offered activity is mokoro rides (water levels permitting). Traditionally, the mokoro was the only form of transport in the Okavango Delta. Sail through the rivers and tributaries in a dugout canoe made from fibreglass, savouring those moments of peace, and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife along the way.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Khwai Leadwood Departure Day
Time permitting you will enjoy a morning activity and breakfast before departing your lodge. You will be transferred to the airstrip where you will meet your departing flight.

Breakfast included.

Flight Camp to Camp
At the scheduled time today you will board your flight at your current local airstrip and fly to your next camp in a different area of the Okavango Delta.

4 Day Linyanti Bush Camp
Linyanti Bush Camp is situated on the banks of Linyanti Marsh in a private reserve which borders the western boundary of Chobe in the Chobe Enclave. The marshes are the only water source for miles around and attract water-adapted and desert-adapted wildlife, plus large numbers of birds. The camp is perfect for those who seek a personalized experience in a private concession away from the main tourist’s routes. Activities from the camp consist of game drives, walking, night drives, mokoro safaris, boating and fishing as well as seasonal helicopter tours. Water activities are available only when water levels permit. Linyanti is best known for its large populations of Elephant and buffalo that congregate in vast numbers especially during the dry season. Other wildlife encounters include Lion, sable, roan, leopard, wild dog, the rare and elusive sitatunga antelope, red lechwe, hippo and crocodile, as well as other species of plains game. The area also offers spectacular birding all year round. The area's relative remoteness makes it a favoured wild safari destination and one of the best sought after areas in Northern Botswana.

Linyanti Bush Camp Arrival
On arrival into the local airstrip you will be met by a camp guide and transferred to Linyanti Bush Camp to get settled into your room. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to head out on an afternoon game viewing activity before returning to the camp for a delicious dinner.

Dinner included.

Linyanti Bush Camp Activities
Enjoy two full days on safari in the exclusive Linyanti Wildlife Reserve.

DAY & NIGHT GAME DRIVES
Lead by one of our experienced guides, you’ll see magnificent wildlife indigenous to the area in open 4x4 vehicles. Your guide will show you the hidden spots best for game viewing and give you an insider’s knowledge. With years of experience our African Bush Camps guides are known for being some of the best in the business. Due to its location in a private concession, game drives can go offroad to allow vehicles to be positioned closer to special predator sighting which enhances the photographic and game viewing experience. Our private concession also allows for game drives after the sun has set. Experience the bush when elusive nocturnal wildlife awakens to hunt, forage and explore the lands under the cover of darkness.

WALKING SAFARIS
Awaken your senses and discover all that the bush has to offer on a walking safari. Accompanied by one of our experienced walking guides, explore the wild for one to two hours. For a full day walking safari, a private walking guide will need to be pre-booked with us. Since your safety is our first priority, walking safaris are usually conducted when the bush is not too thick.

MOKORO RIDES
Traditionally, the mokoro was the only form of transport through the waterways. Sail through the rivers and tributaries with our river guides in a dugout canoe made from fibreglass (in an effort to conserve trees). Savour those moments of peace, and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife along the way. Mokoro safaris are available when water levels permit.

BIRDWATCHING
Linyanti boasts some of Botswana’s best birding all year round. Delight in spotting the Arnot’s chat, the Goliath heron or the majestic Long-crested eagle. Or simply sit back and enjoy their beautiful songs.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Linyanti Bush Camp Departure
Depending on your departure time, you may have the opportunity to head out on one final morning game viewing activity before breakfast at the camp and a transfer back to the local airstrip.

Breakfast included.

Flight Linaynti to Kasane Airport
At the scheduled time you will take the light aircraft charter flight from your camp's local airstrip in Linyanti to Kasane Airport.

Kasane Airport to Livingstone
Upon arrival into Kasane Airport you will be met and transferred through the Zambia border and on to your hotel in Livingstone.

4 Day Thorntree River Lodge
Beautifully designed Thorntree River Lodge graces the banks of Zambia’s glorious Zambezi River in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. Seamlessly blending into the tranquil river-side setting, this eco-conscious haven draws inspiration from an eclectic mix of local African culture but with contemporary influences throughout. Just 20 min upstream from Victoria Falls, the lodge is perfectly positioned to enjoy the cascading spectacle nearby with a range of water-based activities.

Thorntree River Lodge Arrival Day
Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to Thorntree River Lodge. Depending on your arrival time you might have the opportunity to join in a shared activity offered at the lodge.

Dinner included.

Thorntree River Lodge Activities
Thorntree River Lodge offers a range of activities including:

Game Drives:
Lead by one of our experienced guides, you’ll see magnificent wildlife indigenous to the area. Your guide will show you the hidden spots best for game viewing and give you an insider’s knowledge. With years of experience our African Bush Camps guides are known for being some of the best in the business.

Rhino Trekking on Foot:
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park is home to the extremely rare and endangered white rhino who are under 24-hour protection by the rangers. At Thorntree River Lodge you’ll get the unique opportunity to see these incredible animals up close on a short walking safari.

Cultural Visits:
Working together with the communities around the areas we operate in gives locals an opportunity to be self-sustainable, by sharing knowledge there has been a decrease in the human-wildlife conflict. Take the opportunity to visit the locals and become accustomed to their way of life.

Sunset River Cruise
Encapsulating the essence of Africa, a cruise down Zambia’s glorious Zambezi River at sunset offers wonderful African wildlife sightings in an incredibly romantic setting.

Victoria Falls
The legendary Victoria Falls, Mosi-Oa-Tunya or otherwise known as the Smoke that Thunders. Enjoy the splendour and magnitude of one of the Natural Wonders of the World. After the rains, experience Victoria Falls in all her glory and when the Falls are dry, marvel at the rock formation.

Canoeing
Accompanied by your River guide, enjoy a canoe safari. Take a relaxed paddle through the water and experience elephants trekking through from one side to the other and a new vantage point.

Fishing
Spend the day cruising the water and taking in the gorgeous views. Try your hand at fishing for tiger, bream (tilapia) or vundu to be caught and then released.

Cultural Visits
Working together with the communities around the areas we operate in gives locals an opportunity to be self-sustainable, by sharing knowledge there has been a decrease in the human-wildlife conflict. Take the opportunity to visit the locals and become accustomed to their way of life.

The Cub Club
From nature walks around camp and storytelling to cultural arts and crafts and cub club cooking classes, the African Bush Camps’ children focused cub club creates a fun and educational environment for children on safari.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Thorntree River Lodge Departure Day
At the appropriate time today, our representative will take you onward to your next arrangement.

Breakfast included.

Hotel to Airport
At the appropriate time today you will be met at your hotel by our representative who will transfer you to Livingstone Airport for your onward flight.