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The Parched Kalahari
Visit the infamous Kalahari Desert on this four day exploration that perfectly complements a visit to the aquatic haven of the Okavango Delta. Uniquely desert sights include shimmering mirages, elegant gemsbok on the dusty pans and desert-adapted black-maned lions. Visit Nxai Pans National Park, where you can see Baine's Baobabs and the fossilized grasslands of the pans. Your accomodation is in comfortable tents with shared facilities.
DAY 1 : NXAI PAN NATIONAL PARK
Depart from Maun for a 4-5 hour drive south through small villages and into the Nxai Pan National Park to our prepared campsite. The Adventurer camp is designed to be close to nature with dome tents, beds on GI stretchers and shared bathroom facilities with one bathroom and shower for two tents. Keep your eyes open for the cheetah that love to hunt in the open grasslands. Overnight Adventurer Camp. [LD]
DAYS 2-3 : NXAI PAN NATIONAL PARK
The Kalahari Desert penetrates the arid woodland of northern Botswana, producing stunning desert scenes ideal for photographers. You have the opportunities to see these desert adapted species on the fossilized grasslands and pan system of Nxai Pan National Park, along with the historic Baines' Baobabs. These enormous and ancient baobab trees were painted by the explorer Thomas Baines in the late 19th century.
The dry season animal concentrations are enjoyed on drives that explore the areas surrounding the shallow pan systems and isolated waterholes. Islands of stunted acacia dot broad savannah and provide shade for predators such as cheetah and lion, while specialized species as diverse as meerkats and springbok thrive on the plains. Overnights Adventurer Camp. [BLD]
DAY 4 : DEPART
After an early breakfast you wil leave this remarkable land as you travel by road back to Maun and your departing flight. [B]
| - Prices, Departure Dates and Included Services - |
Days: 4 | Grade: I-II, Mobile Tented Camp (click for grades definition) | 2008 Price: $1115 per person | 2009 Price: $1253 per person | | | | | 2009 Departure Dates | | | May 28, 2009
Jun 12, 2009 (S)
Jun 18, 2009
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| | | Included: land transfers on safari as noted; all accommodation on a camping basis; all meals, a reasonable amount of soft drinks, wine and beer with meals, twice daily game activities on safari; services of our guide and staff; park fees. Also included are services of in-bound land operator for airline reconfirmation when possible, and Wildland Adventures travel consultation and pre-departure services. | | | Not Included: International flights; airport departure taxes; any new Botswana Government taxes; visa fees; gratuities to camp staff; additional excursions and services on own; all items of a personal nature; mandatory cancellation, baggage, emergency evacuation or medical insurance; and any other extra expenses due to unanticipated changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond control. | | | Trip Notes: This itinerary is a perfect extension for the Wild Botswana safari or any other Botswana adventure. This trip has a minimum age of 12, however younger childeren can be accommodated on a private departure. Please call for details. Wildland Adventures, Inc. has arranged your trip utilizing the travel services of local in-country ground operators who are independent contractors. These local outfitters, lodges, hotels and other suppliers of your travel services will make every effort to conduct this trip as described in the itinerary. It is however possible that due to transportation schedule changes, weather, delays and unforeseeable acts of God, humans or nature, this itinerary may vary from what is described. Participants must assume all risks whether identified in advance or unforeseen. Extra costs due to unexpected changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond our control are not included. We highly recommend purchasing travelers insurance for trip delay, trip cancellation, baggage, accident or sickness. Representatives are available for assistance at any time during your trip. If preferred hotels are not available, every attempt will be made to reserve alternative accommodations of similar quality. (If upgrade is necessary, higher rates may apply.) All information and services provided are subject to our Reservation Form Terms and Conditions. A non-refundable 20% deposit and trip cancellation insurance are requirements for participation in this trip. | |
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