Kalahari Botswana Safari

7 Day Group Safari

Safari Description:

This camping safari offers an insight into the culture and history of the Kalahari’s oldest inhabitants – the San Bushman with an introduction to their traditional lifestyle before experiencing one of the wildest and harshest deserts. It is ideal for the adventure enthusiast offering breath–taking scenery and desert wildlife.  Departs and finishes in Maun.

Safari Highlights:

Highlights: Bushman Experience: 4nights Central Kalahari Game Reserve; Maun

Main Attractions:

Botswana: Central Kalahari Reserve

Map & Short Itinerary:

Camping

Day 1 Hainaveld region
Day 2&3 Passarge Valley Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Day 4&5 Deception Valley Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Day 6 Maun
Day 7 End of safari

Map & Itinerary
Length 7 days
Safari Type Group Safari
Price From Euro 1350
Countries Botswana
Accommodation Camping
Group Size Minimum 1 people
Single Supplement Yes
Please Note
Departures On Request

Comfort Level:

How we rate comfort
Camping Comfort1 Star
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Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1 Hainaveld

From Maun we travel to a game farm located close to the Central Kalahari Game Reserve near the northern border, once here set up camp and later in the afternoon the real adventure begins with a nature walk led by local San Bushman trackers who will share their unique and fascinating culture with you

Days 2–3 Passarge Valley, Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Today enter the pristine wilderness of Botswana’s largest game reserve and the following days will be spent exploring the undeveloped wilderness of the northern region, moving to different camps to maximise your experience of different locations. Witness the huge and clear night skies with sparkling stars, vast open plains and pans, along with uninterrupted beauty on game drives. There are beautiful inter–dune valleys and after the rains grasses are flush with grasses attracting game including springbok and oryx

Days 4&5 Deception Valley, Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Moving on to Deception Valley, enjoy further game drives in this captivating location and its surroundings. On all nights, campsites are in private designated sites with bush ablutions away from it all. Watch out for wildebeest, giraffe, cheetah and of course, the famous Kalahari black–maned lions

Day 6 Maun

Today return to Maun for a night in a comfortable bed and the chance to reflect on your wonderful experience

Day 7 End of Safari

The safari officially ends

How we rate our safaris

Namibia, Botswana and some other African destinations do not have a set star system that is familiar worldwide to many countries, however, as this is widely used, we have tried to replicate this format to give you an idea of the level of comfort during your safari. For example, a mobile camping tour in Namibia is given 1* and luxury accommodation increasing to 5*. Depending on your tour, there may be a bit of a mix of levels of comfort so please check if you are not sure.

1* or 1–2* Rated Safaris – Camping tours:

These are generally scheduled/small group or self–drive safaris (though a private–guided safari can also fall into this category if you wish to camp); the scheduled trips generally involve client participation where you may be expected to put up/take down your tent and assist with camp chores, dome tents and a ground mattress is supplied. For self–drive options this will often mean roof tents on the vehicle and all camping equipment. There may be the occasional night in simple accommodation but majority of nights are spent camping and most camp sites will have shared ablution facilities. If there is a good mix of both camping and accommodation, this may be rated at 1&2*. These are the most basic level of safaris offered and scheduled safari group sizes vary according to the trip and company – 1* tours are the most affordable option and geared for adventurous travellers who do not mind a bit of discomfort.

Accommodated Safaris

Standard/Mid–range safaris 2–3.5*

Standard accommodation style trips generally have no camping included (though on occasion with a specific activity such as a Delta or Serengeti excursion, or perhaps hiking, a couple of nights may be included). As a general rule this is not the case. With most small group/scheduled tours accommodation is generally 2/3* level – clean and affordable but generally without too many frills; rooms will have en–suite facilities, most will offer air con/fans in the rooms, swimming pools etc (not guaranteed), restaurant/bar facilities, though location can be a little further away from main place of interest this option offers excellent value for money for those seeking a bed each night! We try to indicate on each trip the level of comfort for the particular tour

Superior/Luxury Safaris 3.5–5*

A superior style of accommodation. Most lodges at this level will have air–conditioning or fans in the room though some accommodation establishments are technically “camps” as they may be partially build of canvas – these “camps” are permanent fixtures, generally built on a platform, and will have full and comfortable facilities – the occasional trip may have a more basic night or two involved depending on location to ensure clients can fully appreciate the region they are experiencing. Service is generally very good and most places (outside of towns/cities) will have just a few rooms/chalets. Tours in this bracket include very small group safaris (up to 8 clients), self–drive and private–guided options which are tailored to suit you. The luxury options offer a high standard of accommodation, facilities and service in the region with attention to detail – some “camps” /lodges will have private guides and vehicles, but all accommodation is the best available with personalized service and a quality or unique experience perhaps unavailable elsewhere or in a more moderate price bracket. Tours include fly–in safaris, self–drive and private–guided options.

Please note: this is a guideline only and each destination can vary – some areas in Southern Africa do not always have 5* accommodation (there are limited hotels outside of cities that have the same * grading accommodation) but will be best in the area, have limited volume of rooms and some of the best locations and experiences for clients that is outside of the normal “tourist/travel” route. This can include exclusive conservation regions and emphasis is place on clients having a unique experience rather than offering hairdresser type of facilities that may be found is hotels in cities in other countries. Please also remember that some of these locations can be remote so wifi may not always be available, nor a huge menu range.

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Contact Information

Tel: +264 61 309387
Email: info@chameleon-holidays.com

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday
08.00 – 17.00
Saturday
08.00 – 13.00
Sunday & Public Holidays
Closed

Address

7 Voigt St,  Windhoek