DETAILED ITINERARY:
Days 1, 2 & 3 – Savute Safari Lodge
Upon your arrival at Livingstone Airport, you will be met by a Southern Eagle Tours representative for your road transfer to Kasane for your scheduled charter to Savute Safari Lodge. Enjoy 3 nights at Savute Safari Lodge, situated on the banks of the now dry Savute channel, part of the dynamic Savute eco system renowned for its large concentration of elephant and large lion prides, on a fully inclusive basis.
Savute Safari Lodge comprises of 12 twin-bedded luxury wood, thatch and glass safari suites, ideal for the hot and dry conditions. Double volume suites with their spacious interior and large, glass sliding doors, sets the lodge apart from typical safari accommodation. Large private viewing decks and en-suite facilities, with walk in showers combine to make Savute Safari Lodge an unforgettable experience.
Other facilities include a lounge, library and cocktail bar, which are situated in the exquisite thatch and timber main building, while in front there is a viewing deck ideal for watching game at the water hole. The lodge houses the dining room in a separate building, which can double up as a conference room sitting up to twenty delegates. The lodge also has a swimming pool on a raised wooden teak deck overlooking the channel, affording guests to watch game while swimming!
Take pleasure in 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
- Game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Savute area, including the Savute Marsh
- Visit to the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills
Accommodation: SAVUTE SAFARI LODGE
Full Board Basis
Days 4, 5 – Xugana Island Lodge, Okavango Delta
After early morning activity and breakfast, you will be transferred, to the Savute Airstrip for your charter flight to Xugana Lagoon. Enjoy 2 nights at Xugana Island Lodge - situated in the Xugana Lagoon & part of Xugana private concession – it is widely accepted as the most spectacular permanent water site in the entire Okavango Delta, on a fully inclusive basis.
Xugana Island Lodge comprises of 8 large raised reed and thatch chalets situated on the shaded fringe of the Island, each with a lagoon view through the lagoon-side vegetation. The recently refurbished chalets have twin beds, en-suite facilities, with walk in showers, overhead fans and a private deck. Other facilities include an open boma and al fresco dining area facing out over the expanse of pristine water that makes up the permanent Delta. The lounge, bar and dining areas are set back under the fig and leadwood tree canopy in open sided thatched areas. The swimming pool, located amongst the mature gardens located in the center of the island is a perfect place to relax.
Take pleasure in 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
- Exploring the Okavango by canoe (mokoro) and motorboat; fishing opportunities
- Guided nature walks on the various islands afford an opportunity to track some of the larger species that inhabit this water wilderness
Accommodation: XUGANA ISLAND LODGE
Full Board Basis
Days 6, 7 – Camp Moremi, Okavango Delta
Today you will have an early morning boat transfer to Camp Moremi, a breathtaking journey through the Okavango Delta. You will arrive in time for brunch. Enjoy 2 nights at Camp Moremi, situated on the beautiful Xakanaxa Lagoon on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta, within the Moremi Game Reserve, on a fully inclusive basis.
Camp Moremi comprises of 11 East African-style safari tents, individually situated on raised teak platforms with a private bathroom situated adjacent to the tent, located on the raised platform and private sun decks. Each tent is exquisitely furnished with an African teak wardrobe, luggage rack, dressing table, bedside pedestals and traditional director's chairs, his and hers towel robes as well as tea and coffee making facilities are also provided to make guests’ stay as comfortable as possible. Other facilities include a raised deck swimming pool, covered boma and elevated observation platform & dining area with cocktail bar.
Take pleasure in 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
- Game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Moremi Game Reserve
- Explore the Xakanaxa Lagoon and surrounding Okavango channels by motorboat, which affords excellent bird watching opportunities
Accommodation: CAMP MOREMI
Full Board Basis
Days 8, 9 – Chobe Savanna Lodge, Eastern Caprivi, Namibia
After your early morning activity and brunch, you will be collected for your charter to Kasane Airport, where a Southern Eagle Tours representative will meet you for your road transfer to Kasane Immigration and assist you onto your boat for your transfer to Chobe Savanna Lodge. Enjoy a cruise along the famous Chobe River to Chobe Savanna Lodge. Enjoy 2 nights at Chobe Savanna Lodge, located in the Eastern Caprivi on the banks of the Chobe River in Namibia, overlooking the Chobe National Park, on a fully inclusive basis.
Chobe Savanna Lodge comprises of 12 luxury-thatched chalets, all with private decks, a combined bedroom/lounge area and en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are air conditioned, and have complimentary mini bars.
Take pleasure in 2 full days of morning and afternoon game activities, which include:
- Boat excursions by small highly maneuverable motorboats, ideal for close up encounters with large game along the rivers edge and fishing
- For those interested in learning more about the local Kuomboka and Barotseland communities that inhabit remote areas of the Chobe River, the lodge arranges small private excursions to witness real African life
Accommodation: CHOBE SAVANNA LODGE
Full Board Basis
Day 10 - Tour terminates
After breakfast, you will be transfer by road to Kasane, where en route you will clear through Namibia border formalities, and be met by a Southern Eagle Tours representative for your road transfer to Livingstone Airport.
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