The Last Refuge Safari Adventure - 2013

Itinerary

Day 1, Johannesburg, South Africa
Arrive in the "City of Gold" where you'll be warmly welcomed and assisted with your transfer to your reserved luxury hotel. Relax and acclimate before tomorrow's flight to Botswana and the start of your safari adventure.
PROTEA HOTEL BALALAIKA SANDTON [Dlx] | THE MICHELANGELO [Lux]

Day 2, Okavango Delta, Botswana
After touching down in Maun this morning, meet your bush pilot and get ready for some magnificent flightseeing as you approach the heart of Botswana's pristine Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta. Your first luxuriously-appointed camp, is tucked away in the Moremi Game Reserve area, overlooking the delta's lush channels, with superb views of the seasonal floodplains. As the day cools, join your expert ranger to explore the wetlands aboard a mokoro, a traditional dug-out canoe. Poling quietly through the wetlands and water lilies, he'll point out the abundant birdlife, including a host of waterbirds, kingfishers and raptors. Return to camp and dine beneath the stars in a traditional African boma.
POM POM CAMP [Dlx] | XIGERA CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 3, Okavango Delta
Awaken to birdsong - or the call of the African Fish-Eagle - and soak up the sights and sounds of the bush. After a full breakfast, grab your binoculars and get back out on the channels with your ranger to resume your wildlife viewing and birding. Watch for the prized appearance of the Pel's Fishing Owl as well as African skimmers, the Slaty Egret, the wattled crane or the malachite kingfisher. Depending on the season and the floods, set out for an afternoon game drive in search of the red lechwe, lions or spotted hyena.
POM POM CAMP [Dlx] | XIGERA CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 4, Okavango Delta
Take wing to your next delta camp for a contrasting wildlife viewing experience. After lunch, meet your expert ranger for an afternoon game drive and orientation to the area's varying landscapes ranging from savannah to floodplains, and its diverse flora and fauna. Returning to camp as dusk falls, you'll have a chance to spot the shyer nocturnal animals including the genet, civet, serval, porcupine and, if you're lucky, the rare aardwolf.
BANOKA BUSH CAMP [Dlx] | CHITABE LEDIBA CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 5, Okavango Delta
As dawn breaks and the animals begin to stir, set out for your morning game drive, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the bush. As your expert ranger explains, watch for the subtle familiar interaction of a herd of elephants and listen for the distinctive lion's roar as it guards its territory. Zoom in on the curious buffalo peering right back at you, catch a cheetah playing with her cubs and marvel at the graceful movements of the kudu and impala. Whether maneuvering your safari vehicle to help you capture the best photographs or pointing out the rare African wild dog, your ranger's knowledge and expertise are impeccable.
BANOKA BUSH CAMP [Dlx] | CHITABE LEDIBA CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 6, Linyanti Reserve
All aboard your bush plane to your next luxury camp in the Linyanti Reserve, best known for its large number of elephants as well as predators, and its clear waterways harboring hippo and a diverse variety of water birds. This afternoon, board a small boat for a wildlife cruise and look out for submerging hippos and varied wildlife coming down to drink along the river. Tonight, gather around the camp fire and listen as your ranger shares stories and legends of ancient Africa.
LINYANTI BUSH CAMP [Dlx] | SAVUTI CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 7, Linyanti Reserve
Awaken with birdsong and a steaming cup of coffee as you climb into an open safari vehicle and join your professional ranger for a game drive to photograph the abundant wildlife hunting, grazing and lazing. After sharing your adventures with your fellow safari friends over a delicious lunch, relax and unwind as the day cools and the animals retreat to the shade. Be ready for more action on a late afternoon game drive. Upon your return, rejuvenate with a refreshing sundowner before a gourmet dinner beneath the stars.
LINYANTI BUSH CAMP [Dlx] | SAVUTI CAMP [Lux], (BLD)

Day 8, Johannesburg, South Africa
Enjoy your last morning on safari before flying back to Johannesburg via Maun where your evening is at leisure. Take a dip and recharge at your ideally situated hotel.
PROTEA HOTEL BALALAIKA SANDTON [Dlx] | THE MICHELANGELO [Lux], (B)

Day 9, Johannesburg
Your day is free to explore and shop at your leisure until your transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements.
, (B)