Abercrombie & Kent's
WINGS OVER BOTSWANA

An Eleven-Day Journey Across Some of
the Most Beautiful Regions of Southern Africa

*Wildlife viewing in Moremi Wildlife Reserve, the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park *
*Interaction with semi-hatituated elephants*
*A&K's luxurious Chief's and Stanley's Camps and Chobe Chilwero Lodge*
*Awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, the "Smoke That Thunders"*

Botswana's remote Okavango Delta is a secret oasis, "the Jewel of the Kalahari" in an otherwise water-starved land. Wings Over Botswana uses safe, convenient aircraft to carry travellers deep into the green and tranquil Delta realm, to explore a wetland wilderness alive with birds, animals and exotic plants.

From Johannesburg you fly to Maun, staging point for any expedition into the Okavango floodplain. Then transfer by light aircraft into the Delta to explore the Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta itself from comfortable wilderness camps. Another short flight then takes you to your next camp, this time overlooking the Chobe River, bordering Chobe National Park.

Your final stop is the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, where the "Smoke That Thunders" pours over a mile-wide basalt cliff. By plane, open-topped safari vehicle, dugout canoe and river boat, see the best of the secret, shimmering world of the Okavango Delta on Wings Over Botswana.

A&K ADVANTAGE: Game viewing at Chief's Camp in the Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve, known as the "predator capital" of Botswana Participation in a unique elephant interaction activity Compliments of A&K: use of the Premier Lounge at the Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport Excess-luggage storage in Johannesburg during your Botswana safari Immediate check in at The Grace in Rosebank, regardless of your arrival time A private A&K specialist guide throughout your Botswana safari

Day 1
USA or Canada - Johannesburg, South Africa
Our Wings Over Botswana safari begins today as we board our overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2
Johannesburg, South Africa
Take time to settle in to your hotel, then embark on a city tour. Later this evening, Abercrombie & Kent hosts a welcome dinner.
The Grace in Rosebank (D)

Day 3
Johannesburg / Maun, Botswana / Okavango Delta
Fly via Maun to Stanley’s Camp in the Okavango Delta. Stanley’s offers its guests absolute privacy and activities ranging from mokoro rides (seasonal) to day and night game drives to bush walks.
Stanley's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 4
Okavango Delta
Sightings of the rare and elusive wild dog and some of the best game viewing in the Okavango Delta make Stanley’s Camp a prime destination. Take part in a unique and educational experience on a bush walk with a group of semi-habituated African elephants.
Stanley’s Camp (B, L, D)

Day 5
Okavango Delta
Fly to Chief’s Camp, on the previous hunting grounds of the Batawana Tribe, deep in the Okavango Delta. The camp features just 12 luxurious pavilions set on elevated platforms in the tree line for optimal game viewing.
Chief's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 6
Okavango Delta
The area has been dubbed the “predator capital” of Africa, boasting leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lions. Game drives are conducted in open vehicles, custombuilt for optimum viewing.
Chief's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 7
Okavango Delta / Kasane / Chobe National Park
After breakfast, fly northeast to Chobe National Park, covering a diversity of landscapes ranging from riverine forests to floodplains and marshlands. Your lodge here overlooks the Chobe River, inhabited by elephant and many other species of wildlife. Choose from a variety of activities, including game drives in open vehicles and river cruises.
Chobe Chilwero (B,L,D)

Day 8
Chobe National Park
A full day of game viewing activities begins with a game drive shortly after sunrise to allow you to look for animals in search of their breakfast. This afternoon, embark on a river cruise.
Chobe Chilwero (B,L,D)

Day 9
Chobe / Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Drive to Victoria Falls for a late afternoon sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River before a farewell dinner.
Victoria Falls Hotel (B,L, D)

Day 10
Victoria Falls / Johannesburg / USA or Canada
After a walking tour of the famous Falls, fly to Johannesburg to connect with your international flight. The Premier Lounge is available to relax pre-flight, compliments of A&K.
(B)

Day 11
USA or Canada
Arrive home.

Please Note: Itinerary adjustments may be required on some departures.

Your Wings Over Botswana land arrangements include:

• All accommodations as noted in the itinerary
• Meals as specified
• Arrival and departure transfers (regardless of arrival and departure days)
• Fully-guided sightseeing as noted in the itinerary (including park and entrance fees)
• Bottled water supplied during sightseeing
• Select beverages with group meals
• Services of an A&K Tour Director*
  *ON GROUP PROGRAMS: If a minimum number of passengers is not reached, A&K may provide local guides in each location in place of an A&K Tour Director. Services may also be modifi ed to accommodate a smaller group.
• Handling of two pieces of baggage per person for international flights (other conditions/ restrictions may apply for internal routes)
• Hotel taxes
• Gratuities throughout, except to your Tour Director/Safari Escort, driver-guides and camp staff/rangers/ trackers, or porters on Mount Kilimanjaro climb

• Passenger Travel Protection Program
• International and internal airfares, unless otherwise noted
• Costs associated with obtaining passports or entry visas
• Airport departure taxes, unless otherwise noted
• Excess baggage charges
• Gratuities to the A&K Tour Director/Safari Escort, driver-guides and camp staff/rangers/trackers on Escorted Programs as outlined in the Gratuities on Escorted Programs section
• Meals other than specified in the itinerary
• Beverages other than noted in your "Pre-Tour Documentation," sightseeing and game drives not included in the itinerary
• Personal expenses such as laundry, communication charges and optional activities (which are subject to availability)

Day 1
USA or Canada - Johannesburg, South Africa
Our Wings Over Botswana safari begins today as we board our overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2
Johannesburg, South Africa
After arriving, an Abercrombie & Kent representative transfers you to your hotel where you have some time to relax before dinner. Later this evening, meet your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner, where a professional photographer offers advice for the days ahead.
The Westcliff Hotel (D)

Days 3 - 4:
Johannesburg / Maun, Botswana / Okavango Delta
Spend two full days at Stanley's Camp, a small luxurious camp hidden away under a canopy of ebony and sausage trees on the southern tip of Chief 's Island. Activities range from rides in a dugout canoe called a mokoro (seasonal), night game drives and bush walks, which provide endless wildlife viewing options. Sightings of the rare and elusive wild dog and some of the best game viewing in the Okavango Delta make Stanley's Camp a prime destination. A unique feature of Stanley's is an educational experience with a group of semi-habituated African elephant. The vast African sky and the beauty of the Delta provide a breathtaking setting as you enjoy a leisurely picnic under the shade of the sausage trees. Your picnic site overlooks a lagoon where elephant sometimes playfully bathe among the water lilies.
Stanley's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 5
Okavango Delta
Fly to Chief 's Camp deep in the Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve. Known as the "predator capital" of Botswana, this region offers some of the finest game viewing in the region.
Chief's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 6
Okavango Delta
Game drives are an opportunity to spot leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion. Your specially designed safari vehicle is customized to offer exceptional views. This area is renowned for its large concentration of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and of course, predators. Add to that the 400 species of bird life, and you have the best gaming experience that Botswana can offer. Both white and black rhino - the latter among Africa's fastest-disappearing species - can be seen here.
Chief's Camp (B,L,D)

Day 7
Okavango Delta / Chobe National Park
After breakfast, fly northeast to Chobe National Park, covering diverse landscapes ranging from teak forests to floodplains and marshlands. Your exquisite lodge sits above the Chobe River, offering unparalleled, panoramic views across the islands and flood plains as far as Namibia. The lounge and dining room connect to spectacular outdoor viewing patios, and a range of spa treatments offer the perfect ending to a full day out in the bush.
Chobe Chilwero (B,L,D)

Day 8
Chobe National Park
Begin your day shortly after sunrise with a game drive that offers an opportunity to spot animals searching for breakfast. This afternoon, embark on a river cruise on a motorboat customized for a water safari.
Chobe Chilwero (B,L,D)

Day 9
Chobe / Livingstone, Zambia
This morning you bid farewell to your camp staff as you depart Chobe and fly to Livingstone, crossing the border into Zambia. Your safari lodge, Sussi & Chuma, is named after David Livingstone's faithful friends, and is located in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, taking full advantage of this enchanting riverbank setting. Settle into one of 12 luxury tree houses built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank; each unit has a private view of the Zambezi from its own deck among the branches. The main lodge features a spectacular raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area and swimming pool sweeping down to the water's edge. In the fading twilight hours, take a sunset cruise, savoring Africa's beauty while sipping traditional cocktails.
Sussi & Chuma (B,L, D)

Day 10
Livingstone
This morning, embark on a guided walking tour of one of the great natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls. At times, the water flow can be up to 120 million gallons per minute and the roar of the falling water can be nearly as awe-inspiring as the view. The rainforest that veils the edge of the falls, the rising spray and the thundering roar of the water pounding against the ragged rocks all make for an unforgettable experience.
Sussi & Chuma (B, L, D)

Day 11
Livingstone / Johannesburg / USA or Canada
Fly to Johannesburg to connect with your international flight. The Premier Lounge is available to relax, compliments of A&K, before your homebound flight.
(B)

Day 12
USA or Canada
Arrive today at your destination.

Please Note: Itinerary adjustments may be required on some departures.

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