DAYS 1 & 2

Your journey begins in Johannesburg on Day 2. Set within the South African heartland, Johannesburg holds the fascinating history of the nation and shines a light on what the future has to offer. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and dinner party to meet your Travcoa Travel Director and fellow travelers to learn about the exciting events ahead.

D’Oreale Hotel, Johannesburg

DAYS 3 & 4

This morning fly to Maun, gateway to Botswana. A small aircraft will take you to an island deep within the Okavango Delta, a rich swampland that supports an incredible variety of plant and animal life. Regarded as one of the world’s most beautiful Brighter camps, Eagle Island Camp is in one of the Delta’s most pristine natural locations. Game viewing is by mokoro (dugout canoe), motorboat, walking trail and from above by helicopter. Enjoy the camp, as well as morning and afternoon safaris. Watch the sunset on the camp’s 14-seat Sundowner Cruiser on a journey through the Delta. You can enjoy the birds, watch elephants bathing and mammoth hippos emerging from the water before your return to the base, where you are welcomed with a wonderful candlelight dinner served under the stars.

Eagle Island Camp, Okavango Delta

DAYS 5 & 6

Savute Elephant Camp is sometimes referred to as the “elephant capital of the world.” Perched on the former banks of the now dry Savute Channel, the camp offers a spectacular bird’s eye view of elephants in their natural habitat. An adjacent water hole is just feet away from the camp’s main building — making this area famous for the massive herds of elephant and buffalo and significant prides of lions drawn here for the hunting. Activities here include daily game drives in open Land Rovers and game viewing from a number of great hides in the area. Savute Elephant Camp offers a unique dining experience in the new boma (enclosure). With spectacular vistas of the African night skies, dining in the boma enclosure brings you closer to nature within the heart of a true “bush” environment.

Savute Elephant Camp, Chobe National Park

DAYS 7 & 8

On Day 7 fly from Chobe National Park to Kasane, connecting for a flight to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Tonight dine at “The Boma,” the lodge’s restaurant, for an African cultural experience with your dinner. 

The morning of Day 8 arise early to embark on a thrilling, low-intensity elephant-back safari through the bush. You may see buffalos, kudus, bushbucks, impalas, elephants and waterbucks, as well as a wide variety of birds. Later, take a walking tour of Victoria Falls. Bordering Zambia and Zimbabwe, the falls are a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur.

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, Victoria Falls

DAYS 9 & 10

Today you are taken to the Victoria Falls airport to board a Cessna Caravan for our approximately 1-hour flight directly to Bumi Hills Safari Lodge in the Matusadona National Park. Bumi Hills Safari Camp is unique as it has the exquisite added dimension of the water. Lake Kariba, a genuine African wilderness in itself, hosts far more animals than people. This allows for glorious game viewing by boat as well as the traditional open 4X4 vehicles and walking in the wilds. 

On Day 10 enjoy a full day of adventure and wildlife viewing. There are games drives at dawn and dusk — the best times to view game on the move. Bumi Hills Safari Lodge offers game viewing in open safari vehicles, by boat and guided bush walks. The wildlife species that may be seen at Bumi are elephants and buffalos, massive Nile crocodiles, lions, many hippo, the elusive leopard, kudu, waterbuck, impala, warthog, monkeys, baboons, sable and zebra. Take a gentle cocktail cruise to watch the glorious sunset with wildlife as the backdrop.

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Matusadona National Park

DAYS 11 & 12

On Day 11 you will be transferred to the Bumi Hills airfield for your flight to Victoria Falls. From there connect to your flight home (arriving the following day) or on to your next destination.

Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. Other restrictions may apply. Contact us for complete journey details.

D’Oreale Hotel
Johannesburg, South Africa

The hotel offers luxurious accommodation and relaxation facilities, a magnificent casino with unparalleled gaming enjoyment, the finest in dining and entertainment, a unique retail concourse, and impeccable service. With palatial buildings set in a display of gardens, fountains and statues, the experience is breathtaking. The rich surroundings such as marble floors, plush carpets, magnificent stained glass domes, highly decorated murals and frescos, sculptures, intricate mosaics and Roman columns and arches, contribute to an atmosphere of intimate, classical elegance. Each is air-conditioned room and features include TV, en-suite bathroom with a spacious vanity, a hairdryer, safe and a mini bar available on request.

Eagle Island Camp
Okavango Delta, Botswana

Hidden from the world, deep within Botswana's Okavango Delta, is Eagle Island Camp. Situated on the island of Xaxaba and surrounded by Illala Palms, the camp overlooks a surrounding lagoon fed by the tranquil waterways of the Delta. The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing with prolific birdlife and mammal sightings.

Built to blend into its environment, the camp affords you with a peaceful setting perfect for enjoying the sights and sounds of the Okavango Delta. All luxury tents are housed on raised wooden platforms and shaded by a traditional African thatch roof.  The large private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock, ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as an en suite bathroom with his & hers vanity and hair dryer, fully stocked mini-bar, in-room safe, four-poster bed with mosquito netting and air-conditioning.

Voted “Botswana’s Leading Safari” at the prestigious 2007 World Travel Awards, Eagle Island Camp offers open-air and covered dining, bar and lounge areas; viewing deck and the fully stocked Fish Eagle Bar; camp fire and seating area; and an offsite bush dining venue. Facilities include large heated swimming pool next to the lagoon; curio shop; 24-hour emergency facilities; satellite phone on request; telescopes; laundry service; reference library of books and videos; and environmental flora and fauna check lists, talks and lectures.

Savute Elephant Camp
Chobe National Park, Botswana

Situated on the Savute Channel, Savute Elephant Camp offers an oasis-type setting in complete luxury. The 12 twin-bedded luxury canvas tents, recently placed under thatch, are perfectly suited to the desert air and feature lavishly appointed en suite bathrooms and dressing areas. They also have private viewing decks and comfortable outdoor lounges overlooking the channel. The tent interiors are luxuriously appointed with such comforts as a private fully stocked mini-bar, in-room safe, and four-poster bed with mosquito netting, as well as air-conditioning.

Savute Elephant Camp offers a covered dining room and lounge area, fully stocked bar, and camp fire and seating area. Meals include early breakfast; brunch; light snacks, tea and coffee on morning activity; afternoon tea; drinks and snacks on afternoon activity; and dinner.

The camp’s facilities include a heated swimming pool, built slightly into the riverbed; a boma or outdoor dining area; illuminated pathways; private outdoor leisure area; gift shop; library; environmental flora and fauna check lists; talks and lectures; and emergency medical evacuation service.

The Victoria Falls Hotel
Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls Hotel accommodation tends to be located within walking distance of the falls themselves whilst lodges tend to be a little further afield, but have the added benefit of being able to offer additional activities such as game drives and boat cruises. Rhino Africa recommends that the ideal length of stay at Victoria Falls is between 2–4 days. In that time you can pack in a wide variety of activities - remember Victoria Falls is also known as the adventure capital of Africa. So Bungee jumping, white water rafting and helicopter flips are all on the cards as well as much much more!

Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe

Bumi is a famous and beloved brand and has been since first opening in 1975. The panoramic vista from the pool, bar, dining deck, spa and all premium rooms is simply astonishing and would be difficult to surpass by any safari lodge on earth. After some years of neglect the lodge has been totally revitalized to luxury levels never seen before, including a breathtaking signature infinity pool. Bumi Hills Safari Lodge re-opened in September 2009 and offers 10 Premium and 10 Standard rooms and so many awe-inspiring experiences in an authentic African eco-wilderness.

Patricia Awori

Born and raised in Nairobi, Patricia obtained her B.S. in International Relations at Lock Haven University in the U.S. and currently lives in Western Kenya. East African history, wildlife conservation issues and elephant behavior are among Patricia’s interests; she currently serves as the Director of the Pan-African Wildlife Conservation Network. She speaks several languages and has worked as a guide and Travel Director for 25 years.

Travel Dates: August 28, 2012

Kymri Wilt

Kymri is an avid world traveler with an infectious enthusiasm to share life experiences. Her passion for travel is complimented by her interest in languages, culture, wildlife and photography. Her language studies include French, German, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic.

Travel Dates: October 23, 2012