Penduka  Botswana  Namibia and Zambia  Camping Safaris All that remains for you is to enjoy the people,  the smell of dust, the sunsets,the wildlife and all the little things that have made us so passionate about Africa.

Cape to Cairo highly recommends Penduka Safaris, a family- run safari outfitter operating into Botswana and Namibia since 1962.  Penduka offers a variety of well-planned safaris into the untouched world of the Kalahari, the Namib desert, the wonders of the Okavango delta, and through the impressive game parks of Botswana, Moremi, Savuti and Chobe. We believe that these safaris are among the best value that Africa offers, providing complete catering and a level of comfort above the usual participation safaris while keeping costs well below the top end luxury safaris.  Wherever possible the camp is set up prior to your arrival allowing optimal time to view game. Mess tents are erected for dining and  excellent bush meals are prepared by a competent cook. All duties are taken care of by the staff. No single supplement is charged. The specially designed and equipped vehicles offer space, comfort and maximum pleasure in game viewing. Maintenance and service receive top priority, and Penduka carries a full range of spare parts. Camping equipment is of the highest quality, comprising refrigerator, camp showers and toilets. Accommodation is in spacious 3m x 3m tents, which are insect-proof and well-ventilated. All bedding facilities are supplied, including spring camp beds, mattresses and duvets. These are not just tours - but a wilderness experience. Penduka's guides take pride in sharing their unequalled knowledge and love of Africa with you.

Fresh well-prepared bush cuisine

13-Day Overland safari to include the Makgadigadi Pans, Nxai Pan National Park, the Okavango delta, Game parks of Botswana and ending with at the Victoria Falls. Penduka take you on a 13-day safari experience to include the Makgadigadi Pans, Nxai Pan National Park, Moremi Wildlife Reserve, the Savuti Channel, Chobe National Park and Victoria Falls. Listen to the haunting cry of the fish eagle; see herds of elephant and buffalo, tsessebe and zebra as well as all large and small predators. A boating experience on the Chobe River is included.  The safari ends with a transfer from Kasane to Victoria Falls or Livingstone. Optional 2-day extensions are available. 3 – 15 Jan, 17 – 29 Jan, 31 Jan – 12 Feb, 14 – 26 Feb, 28 Feb – 12 March, 14 – 26 March, 28 March – 9 April, 11 – 23 April, 25 April – 7 May, 9 – 21 May, 23 May – 4 June, 6 – 18 June, 20 June – 2 July, 4 – 16 July, 18 – 30 July, 1 – 13 Aug, 15 – 27 Aug, 29 Aug – 10 Sept, 12 – 24 Sept, 26 Sept – 8 Oct, 10 – 22 Oct, 24 Oct – 5 Nov, 7 – 19 Nov, 21 Nov – 3 Dec, 5 – 17 Dec, 19 – 31 Dec US$ 3900.00 pp  Detailed Itinerary

10-Day classic safari in to the Okavango Delta, Game Parks of Botswana Enjoy this relaxing safari with maximum time spent in the beautiful reserves of Moremi, Savuti and Chobe. The safaris end in Victoria Falls. The safari ends with a transfer from Kasane to Victoria Falls or Livingstone. Optional two-day extensions are available.   6 – 15 Jan, 20 – 29 Jan, 3 – 12 Feb, 17 – 26 Feb, 3 – 12 March, 17 – 26 March, 31 March – 9 April, 14 – 23 April, 28 April – 7 May, 12 – 21 May, 26 May – 4 June, 9 – 18 June, 23 June – 2 July, 7 – 16 July, 21 – 30 July, 4 – 13 Aug, 18 – 27 Aug, 1 – 10 Sept, 15 – 24 Sept, 29 Sept – 8 Oct, 13 – 22 Oct, 27 Oct – 5 Nov, 10 – 19 Nov, 24 Nov – 3 Dec, 8 – 17 Dec, 22 – 31 Dec US$ 2990-00 pp  Detailed Itinerary Mokoro in Okavango Lion on watch in Chobe

6-Day Moremi Game Reserve Special This safari starts and ends in Maun. One night Maun, two nights in Xaxanaka and two nights in Khwai will provide excellent game viewing in the eastern part of the Okavango Delta. 6 – 11 Jan, 20 – 25 Jan, 3 – 8 Feb, 17 – 22 Feb, 3 – 8 March, 17 – 22 March, 31 March – 5 April, 14 – 19 April, 28 April – 3 May, 12 – 17 May, 26 – 31 May, 9 – 14 June, 23 – 28 June, 7 – 12 July, 21 – 26 July, 4 – 9 Aug, 18 – 23 Aug, 1 – 6 Sept, 15 – 20 Sept, 29 Sept – 4 Oct, 13 – 18 Oct, 27 Oct – 1 Nov, 10 – 15 Nov, 24 – 29 Nov8 – 13 Dec, 22 – 27 Dec US$ 1600-00 pp  Detailed Itinerary

8-Day Central Kalahari Game Reserve. Our specialist guide takes you on an adventure safari on a route seldom used by others. You travel from the Boteti River to Tau Pan, the remote Piper Pan and then finally reach Deception Valley, home to a variety of Kalahari game. Optional extension at the luxurious Deception Valley Lodge is available. 6 – 13 Jan, 20 – 27 Jan, 3 – 10 Feb, 17 – 24 Feb, 3 – 10 March, 17 – 24 March, 31 March – 7 April14 – 21 April, 28 April – 5 May, 12 – 19 May, 26 May – 2 June, 9 – 16 June, 23 – 30 June, 3 – 10 Nov, 17 – 24 Nov, 1 – 8 Dec, 15 – 22 Dec, 29 Dec – 5 Jan 2007 US$ 2400.00pp Detailed Itinerary   On Safari

13-DAY ZAMBIA TRUE WILDERNESS SAFARI. This safari starts in Livingstone and ends in Lusaka or Livingstone - covers the Lochinvar National Park, Itezi-thezi Tezi, Southern and Northen Kafue as well as the Lufupa River. Although this safari is fully serviced and catered for it is something for the more adventurous traveller.  This safari requires a minimum of 4 passengers . 25 Aug – 6 Sept, 22 Sept – 4 Oct, 20 Oct – 1 Nov US$ 4900-00 pp  Detailed Itinerary

16-DAY NAMIBIAN SAFARI TO INCLUDE ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK, EPUPA FALLS, A VISIT TO THE OVAHIMBA, DAMARALAND, THE WEST COAST & SOSSUSVLEI. Traveling through the changing landscapes of Namibia we take you from the Waterberg National Park through Etosha National Park and north to the Epupa falls on the Kunene River. Traversing Kaokoland and Damaraland we stay in wilderness camps until we reach the coastal town of Swakopmund. The tall sand dunes of Sossusvlei are a just ending to Namibia's inspiring scenery.  6 – 21 Jan, 27 Jan – 11 Feb, 17 Feb – 4 March, 10 – 25 March, 31 March – 15 April, 21 April – 6 May, 12 – 27 May, 2 – 17 June, 23 June – 8 July, 14 – 29 July, 4 – 19 Aug, 25 Aug – 9 Sept, 15 – 30 Sept, 6 – 21 Oct, 27 Oct – 11 Nov, 17 Nov – 2 Dec, 8 – 23 Dec US$ 3700-00 pp Detailed Itinerary   Beauty of Namibia Gemsbok in the Namib

15-Day Circular Safari This itinerary combines Botswana and Namibia, starting and ending in Maun. We visit the western side of the delta at Makwena and the mighty Okavango at Drotskies (with a day trip to Tsodilo Hills). Then continue with Mohango Game Reserve in Namibia, the Caprivi Strip, world famous Victoria Falls and then make our way back to Maun through the National Parks Chobe, Savuti and Moremi. 18 Aug – 1 Sept, 8 – 22 Sept, 29 Sept – 13 Oct, 20 Oct – 3 Nov  US$ 3900 pp  Detailed Itinerary

22-Day combined Namibia and Botswana to include Sossusvlei, West Coast, Damaraland, Etosha National Park, Shakawe, Okavango Delta, Game Parks of Botswana. This spectacular safari includes the highlights of both Namibia and Botswana. Optional 2-day extensions to Victoria Falls / Livingstone are available. 7 – 28 August US$ 5800.00pp Detailed Itinerary

   

13 Day Safari - to include Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan National Park, the Okavango Delta, Game Parks of Botswana & Vic Falls

This safari start in Maun and ends in Victoria Falls

Day 1 : We will depart Maun early towards Gweta. Lunch en route. Close to Phuduhudu we turn north and enter Nxai pan National Park. Late afternoon we arrive at our campsite. Shown to tents and time for a shower before we enjoy sundowners around the campfire. Overnight Nxai Pan.

Day 2 : Early morning game drive before we return to camp at about 11h00 for a delicious brunch. This reserve is home to springbok, gemsbok and zebra. This is the only place in Botswana where impala and springbok can be spotted together. Leisure time during the day. Overnight Nxai Pan.

Day 3 : After a hearty breakfast we break down camp. Our route takes us on an interesting day's drive. We stop en route at Kudiakam Pan, famous for its cluster of ancient Baobabs known as Baines Baobabs. Arrive late afternoon at our campsite in Makgadigadi Game Reserve. During the rainy season and when there is water in the pans, bird life is abundant. Campfire dinner. Overnight Makgadigadi.

Day 4 : We spend the morning in search of game and slowly make our way back to Maun.- in time for lunch. We spend the night Rileys Hotel or similar. Afternoon at leisure. Relax around the swimming pool or take an optional game flight over the delta. Overnight Hotel in Maun B/B. Dinner for own account.

Day 5 : We make an early start and drive through traditional villages before entering the South Gate into Moremi Wildlife Reserve. We should see game en route to this reserve. Our game drive takes us on a scenic road through Moremi to Xakanaxa lagoons. Shown to tents. Time to shower before dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 6 : Early morning coffee or tea, and we set off on a full morning's game drive to return to camp at about 11h00 for a delicious brunch. Time now to shower, rest and relax in camp. After tea we set off on our afternoon game drive through Moremi with its wilderness of rivers and lagoons. Return to camp and relax around the campfire. Dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 7 : Having had breakfast we leave Xakanaxa and continue on an interesting riverine route through Moremi to arrive and set up camp within sight of Kwai River at Moremi's North Gate. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 8 : Early morning and afternoon game drives exploring the Kwai River area should reveal a variety of game. Leisure time to relax at camp during the day. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 09 : An early morning game drive to have one last look at the Kwai, before returning to our camp for breakfast. We leave Moremi and our route takes us on an interesting day's drive northwards to Savuti. We stop en route for lunch. A game drive past the grassy plains of the Mababe Depression takes to our campsite. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 10 : Savuti is one of Africa's most densely populated predator areas, and well Known for its bull elephants. The Savuti waterhole offers an ever-changing spectacle of birds and wildlife. Morning and afternoon game drives with leisure time to relax during the heat of the day. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 11 : Leaving the plains of the Savuti Marsh we follow the Ngwezumba Valley driving through Mopane forests. Lunch en route. We arrive at the remote pan of Nogaatsha, on which a variety of wildlife depends. Camp within sight of this waterhole. Overnight in the area of Nogaatsha.

Day 12 : Get up early and we enjoy a leisurely breakfast. We break up camp and leave for the Chobe River. We should see the breeding herds of elephant and large herds of buffalo for which this park is famous. In the afternoon a boating excursion on the Chobe River offers a new dimension to game viewing. Camp along Chobe floodplains in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 13 : After a leisurely breakfast, we pack up and slowly make our way out of Chobe National Park towards the town of Kasane , from here it is time to bid farewell as we will arrange a transfer for you to either Livingstone or Victoria Falls to a hotel of your choice. A reminder that US$20 departure tax is required when leaving Zimbabwe.

10 Day Safari - to the Okavango Delta & Botswana's Game Parks

This safari starts in Maun and ends in Victoria Falls

Day 1 : PENDUKA staff will meet you at Maun International airport, and we travel to your hotel in Maun, unpack, shower and relax. In the afternoon an optional game flight offers you an aerial view of the Okavango Delta. Dinner for own account. Overnight Maun Lodge or similar B/B.

Day 2 : We make an early start and drive through traditional villages before entering the South Gate into Moremi Wildlife Reserve. We should see game en route to this reserve. Our game drive takes us on a scenic road through Moremi to Xakanaxa lagoons. Shown to tents. Time to shower before dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 3 : Early morning coffee or tea, and we set off on a full morning's game drive to return to camp at about 11h00 for a delicious brunch. Time now to shower, rest and relax in camp. After tea we set off on our afternoon game drive through Moremi with its wilderness of rivers and lagoons. Return to camp and relax around the campfire. Dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 4 : Having had breakfast we leave Xakanaxa and continue on an interesting riverine route through Moremi to arrive and set up camp within sight of Kwai River at Moremi's North Gate. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 5 : Early morning and afternoon game drives exploring the Kwai River area should reveal a variety of game. Leisure time to relax at camp during the day. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 6 : An early morning game drive to have one last look at the Kwai, before returning to our camp for breakfast. We leave Moremi and our route takes us on an interesting day's drive northwards to Savuti. We stop en route for lunch. A game drive past the grassy plains of the Mababe Depression takes to our campsite. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 7 : Savuti is one of Africa's most densely populated predator areas, and well Known for its bull elephants. The Savuti waterhole offers an ever-changing spectacle of birds and wildlife. Morning and afternoon game drives with leisure time to relax during the heat of the day. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 8 : Leaving the plains of the Savuti Marsh we follow the Ngwezumba Valley driving through Mopane forests. Lunch en route. We arrive at the remote pan of Nogaatsha, on which a variety of wildlife depends. Camp within sight of this waterhole. Overnight in the area of Nogaatsha.

Day 9 : After breakfast we leave for the Chobe River and we should see the breeding herds of elephant and large herds of buffalo for which this park is famous. In the afternoon a boating excursion on the Chobe River offers a new dimension to game viewing. Camp along Chobe floodplains in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 10 : After a leisurely breakfast, we pack up and slowly make our way out of Chobe National Park towards the town of Kasane, from here it is time to bid farewell and arrange a transfer for you to either Livingstone or Victoria Falls.

A reminder that departure tax is required when leaving Zimbabwe.

6 Day Moremi Special

This safari starts and ens in Maun

Day 1: Upon arrival at Maun Airport meet the Penduka Safari Team and travel to Rileys Hotel or similar lodg.  Visit your room and freshen up. In the afternoon you have the possibility of an orientation flight over the Okavango Delta (price not included).  Evening meal not included .

Day 2: We make an early start and drive through traditional villages before entering the  South Gate into Moremi Wildlife Reserve. We should see game en-route to this reserve. Our game drives take us on a scenic road through Moremi to Xaxanaka Lagoons. Shown to tents. Time to shower before dinner is served in dining tent. Overnight Xaxanaka.

Day 3:  Early morning game drive through Moremi with its magnificent scenery in search of numbers of wildlife resident in this area. Return to camp at about 11h00 for delicious brunch. Time to relax in camp. Afternoon boating excursion on the Xaxanaka Lagoons take us down the papyrus fringed channels of the eastern Delta which are prolific in bird life. Overnight  Xaxanaka.

Day 4:  Having had breakfast we leave Xaxanaka and continue on an interesting riverine route through Moremi to arrive and set up camp within sight of the Kwai River at Moremi's North Gate. Overnight Kwai.

Day 5:  Early morning and afternoon game drives exploring the Kwai River area should reveal a large variety of game. Leisure time to relax in camp during the day. We spend our last evening around the campfire. Overnight Kwai.

Day 7  After a leisurely breakfast it is time to pack up and slowly make our way back  towards Maun. This is our last chance to spot those animals that might have avoided us so far. Lunch stop en route. We should arrive in Maun early afternoon - in time for your flight connection.

15 Day Circular Safari

Day 1 : We will depart Maun upon arrival with Air Bostwana or Air Namibia (own arrangements) and head north to Makwena. We reach our campsite set under the towering Mangostein trees in time for a late lunch. Afternoon at leisure before sundowners can be enjoyed and dinner by the campfire.

Overnight Makwena Campsite.

Day 2 : A 45 min. motor boat transfers us through a maize of channels to the open floodplains of the Mokoro Island area. Here you meet the polers of the mokoros (dugout canoes), and spend the day in the tranquil waters of the Okavango, moving along papyrus-fringed channels with your poler. A game walk and picnic lunch is included during the day. Return to campsite for dinner. Overnight Makwena Campsite.

Day 3 : We will depart Makwena on a day excursion to the Tsodillo Hills where hundreds of bushman paintings can be seen. We will depart further towards Shakawe to arrive at our campsite at Drotsky's. The Okavango River is at its widest in this area. A walk down to the river from the campsite offers the opportunity of bird watching. An abundance of bird life nest in the high papyrus fringing the river's edge and we look out for the shy Sitatunga, the antelope who live here, and feed off the papyrus. Overnight Drotsky's Campsite.

Day 4 : Spend a leisurely, relaxed day along the Okavango River. Enjoy a morning's boating excursion on the Okavango River. Sundowners back at our camp around the campfire before dinner is served. Overnight Drotsky's Campsite.

Day 5 and 6 : Today we cross the border into Namibia at Mohembo and spend some time in Mohango National Park before continuing to Divundu. Refuel and possible visit to Epupa Falls. Lunch served en route to Kongola. We arrive at Susuwe National Park in the early afternoon, where we spend two nights exploring the area along the Kwando river.

Day 7 : We make an early start and travel via Katima Mulilo to Kasane to clear customs at the border before spending the rest of the day enjoying the magnificent Victoria Falls and surroundings. Ilala Lodge with its thatched roof remains a favourite amongst Victoria Falls visitors as it is the closest Lodge to the mighty Victoria Falls and to the banks, post office, African craft village and curio shops. All of the rooms have en suite facilities with air-conditioning. The lodge has a magnificent pool that has a large wooden deck that overlooks the Victoria Falls National Park. There is two superb restaurants to choose from - the colonial-style Palm restaurant, where guests can enjoy breakfasts, poolside snacks and mouth-watering a la carte lunch and dinner menus. And the casual, open-air Kubika, a "stir-fry' Mongolian theme restaurant, with a wide range of exciting dishes including venison, crocodile tail and ostrich. (A reminder that US$ 35 is payable for a single entry visa into Zimbabwe)

Overnight Ilala Lodge (Bed and Breakfast)

Day 8 : You will have opportunity to enjoy a number of optional excursions after breakfast.

- A full day or half day's exhilarating white water rafting on the gorges below the falls.

- A full day or a half-day's canoeing and walking trails on the upper Zambezi.

- Afternoon cruise on the Zambezi River

- A visit to a traditional village

- Micro lighting or a helicopter flight over the Zambezi

Clients preferring to explore the Falls again can do so at leisure. (Please note that all activities and additional meals are for own account)

Overnight Ilala lodge (Bed and Breakfast)

Day 9 : After breakfast we leave Victoria Falls and clear customs at the Kasane Border. We will enter the Chobe National Park, and we should see the breeding herds of elephant and large herds of buffalo for which this park is famous. Set up camp and enjoy game drives along the length of the Chobe River. Camp along Chobe floodplains.

Day 10 : Enjoy game drives in the Park and stand the change to perhaps see a lion kill or a big herd of buffalo. n the afternoon a boating excursion on the Chobe River offers a new dimension to game viewing. Camp along Chobe floodplains.

Day 11 : An early morning game drive to have one last look at the Chobe area, before returning to our camp for breakfast. We leave Moremi and our route takes us on an interesting day's drive northwards to Savuti. We stop en route for lunch. A game drive past the grassy plains of the Mababe Depression takes to our campsite. Overnight Savuti.

Day 12 : Savuti is one of Africa's most densely populated predator areas, and well Known for its bull elephants. The Savuti waterhole offers an ever-changing spectacle of birds and wildlife. Morning and afternoon game drives with leisure time to relax during the heat of the day. Overnight Savuti.

Day 13 : We break down camp and continue along the buffalo fence en route to Khwai. Today is a long day, serious 4x4 driving through incredible thick sand. The vegetation is mainly low but thick Mopane forest with a lot of elephant activity. With lunch en route we will arrive at North Gate in the late afternoon. Overnight in view of the Khwai River.

Day 14 : Early morning and afternoon game drives exploring the Khwai River area should reveal a variety of game. Leisure time to relax at camp during the heat of the day. Overnight near Khwai River.

Day 15 : After early breakfast we will slowly make our way out of the Moremi game Reserve back to Maun in time to catch your outbound flight.

8 Day Desert & Dune Safari - into Botswana's GemsbokMabuasehube National Park

This safari starts from and ends in Johannesburg

Day 1 : Depart Jahannesburg International Airport on scheduled flight to Upington, where we will be met by a Penduka representative. Drive towards border at Bokspits. Lunch en route. Once in Botswana our route takes us along the Auob River on the Northern or Southern dune road. We reach our camp at Rooiputs in the late afternoon.

Day 2 : Full day's game drive along the Nossob, stopping for lunch at Nossob Camp to arrive at Polentswa in the late afternoon. Overnight Polentswa campsite.

Day 3 : An option of a full days game drive to Unions End (recommended), or an early turn around to have brunch in camp. Depending on the morning's activity there will be a short afternoon game drive. The supply vehicle will drive back to Nossob to fill up with the last petrol available until Tsabong, also with enough water for two days until we reach Mabuasehube. We camp a second night at Polentswa.

Day 4 : We take the wilderness trail to Setatchwe pan. The area does not boast a lot of game, but is nonetheless interesting. We stop for lunch along the route and set up camp on arrival at the pan. Sundowners on the dunes overlooking the pan in this remote area. We camp at Setatchwe Pan.

Day 5 : After breakfast we pick up and start our journey for approximately 150kms on the cut line to Mabuasehube Game Reserve. Lunch stop en route. A short afternoon game drive to Mpaathutlwa pan, passing the Game Scouts Camp, where water can be collected and formalities dealt with after which we take a game drive around the pan. The Mabuasehube Game Scouts usually have a good idea where the majority of game can be found. Overnight Mabuasehube Game Reserve.

Day 6 : Early morning game drive takes us pass Khiding and Mpaathutlwa pan, back to Mabuasehube pan in time for brunch. A late afternoon game drive around Mabuasehube pan, or if there is little game in the areas we visit adjoining pans in search of Kalahari game. Overnight Mabuasehube Game Reserve.

Day 7 : A morning game drive passes the myriad of pans (the Monomodi Pans) to the east of Mabuasehube pan, arriving back in camp for brunch. Afternoon game drive to Leshoalogo Pan. Sundowners around the campfire before dinner. Overnight Mabuasehube Game Reserve.

Day 8 : Leave Mabuasehube driving passed Bosobogolo pans, arriving late morning at Tsabong where we fill up with petrol and head for the border. Lunch will be in South African en route to Hotazel. At about 16h00 an 80-minute charter flight will take you to Johannesburg International Airport.

 

13 Day Zambia True Wilderness Safari

Day 1 : Arrive Livingstone own arrangements. We will arrange airport transfer to the Zambezi Sun. Day at leisure exploring the falls and maybe a sunset cruise. Overnight Zambezi Sun B/B only.

Day 2 and 3 : Meet with Penduka representatives at 08h00 at the hotel. We depart on the long road to the town of Monze (380km). Refuel and head North-West on a bad road to Lochnivar Game Reserve (70km). Picnic lunch en route. Lochnivar is a small reserve on the Kafue floodplains known for its herds of Kafue Lechwe. Approximately 80 000 roam the plains. Big herds of Buffalo, Zebra and Wildebeest can also be seen. This is also a place where the shy Oribi is frequently spotted. An incredible amount and variety of birds live in this area along the plains and lagoon. We set up camp in the later afternoon and enjoy our first evening under the Zambian sky. We spend the next day with game drives and a walk out on the plains - exploring the fascinating wildlife of this area. In the afternoon we drive to the Gwisho hot springs - well known for beautiful sunsets overlooking massive plains. Overnight Lochnivar National Park.

Day 4 : After breakfast we break down camp, leave Lochinvar and drive to Mumbwa along river tributaries of the Kafue river. Once in Mumba we buy some supplies from the local market and enjoy a drink at a local bar - time permitting. Traveling westwards towards Southern Kafue National Park we soon traverse beautiful forests with an abundance of unique bird life. In the afternoon we travel over massive flood planes with giant Borasses Palm islands. We set up camp overlooking the lake. Overnight Ithezi Thezi.

Day 5 : We visit the Nanzila plains where a good variety of game does occur. This area is good for seeing Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Hippo, Roan, Sable, Eland, Liechtenstein Hartebeest, Defassa Waterbuck and Sharp's Grysbok. Ithezi Thezi.

Day 6 and 7 : Today we travel 120km up North to arrive at Chunga Camp in the afternoon. We set up camp on the banks of the impressive Kafue River. The next morning we do a game walk along the river. Time at leisure during the heat of the day. In the afternoon we go on a game drive to arrive back in camp just after sunset. Enjoy the last evening at Chunga camp around the campfire.

Day 8 : Today we travel north almost hugging the Kafue river until we reach our campsite on the confluence of the mighty Lufupa and the Kafue river. Overnight Lufupa.

Day 9,10 and 11 : We spend three days at Lufupa. During the day we do game drives. Large herds of hippo are resident here.

One day we do a full day trip to Busanga plains. The plains hold large concentrations of game and chances are good to encounter lion. A night drive and motorboat cruise are activities that add a new dimension to game viewing.

Day 12 : We break down camp and travel 410 km to arrive at our campsite on the outskirts of Lusaka in the afternoon. Overnight Lusaka.

Day 13 : Transfer arranged to the airport at Lusaka for your outbound flight (own arrangements) or drive back to Livingstone with the Penduka Crew. Early afternoon arrival in Livingstone.

 

16 Day Namibian Safari - to include Etosha National Park, Eppa Falls, a visit to theOvahimba, Damaraland, the west Coast & Sossusvlei

This safari starts and ends in Windhoek.

Day 1 : PENDUKA meet group at Windhoek International Airport or at a guesthouse in Windhoek and we commence our safari to drive north to Okahandja. We take the route towards Otjiwarongo. Our first campsite will be set up at the Waterberg National Park. Enjoy a sun downer around the campfire before dinner. Overnight Waterberg.

Day 2 : Our route continues north through Otjiwarongo, Otavi and Tsumeb to arrive at the eastern gate into Etosha National Park. We reach our campsite at Namutoni with its historic fort, and catch the first glimpse of the vast Etosha Pan stretching out to the horizon. Enjoy sundowners before dinner. Overnight Namutoni campsite.

Day 3 and 4 : Leaving Namutoni after an early breakfast we take a daylong game drive to observe spectacular wildlife activity around waterholes where game concentrates during the dry season. Lunch stop en route. We travel along the edge of the Etosha Pan and along famous and varied game routes before reaching Okaukuejo campsite. The waterhole at Okaukuejo is floodlit at night and spectacular sightings are almost guaranteed. Lions, elephants and black rhino come to quench their thirst almost every night. Camp two nights at Okaukuejo.

Day 5 : We leave the Etosha National Park along densely populated game routes to reach the exit gate at Otjavasondu in the extreme west of the park. Camp in the wilderness.

Day 6 and 7 : An early breakfast and we depart on a day's drive north through Koakoland. Our route takes us far north via Opuwo to the breathtaking Epupa Falls on the Kunene River. Set up camp for two nights at the falls. We visit Himba villages to observe the lifestyle of this friendly, once nomad people. Overnight Epupa Falls campsite for two nights.

Day 8 : We leave the falls and we travel south through the heart of Koakoland. There may be a chance to swim at the Ongongo Falls. Overnight wilderness camp near Sesfontein.

Day 9 : An early start in search of desert elephants, which are occasionally seen in this region. Back to camp for brunch, before our journey takes us further south via Palmwag into the changing landscape of Damaraland to reach the Huab River. Find a good place to set up our wilderness camp. Overnight wilderness campsite in the Huab River.

Day 10 : Spend the morning exploring one of the largest collections of rock engravings discovered as yet, at Twyfelfontein and visit Burnt Mountain as well as other places of interest in the area. In the afternoon a drive along the Aba-Huab River bed in search of desert elephant and rhino. Return to camp to relax in our wilderness campsite. Overnight wilderness camp in the Huab River.

Day 11 : Leave the Twyfelfontein area to continue our journey through the vast Pro Namib to reach the Ugab River near Brandberg West. An area where we hope to see the desert elephant and where we can photograph the oldest of desert plant life, the Welwitchia Mirabili. Overnight Ugab Camp

Day 12 : After an early breakfast we pack and leave Ugab camp to continue our journey towards the coast. We visit the historical site of Cape Cross, home to some 80,000 seals and drive south viewing some of the largest lichenfields worldwide. Reach the quaint and historic town of Swakopmund. Time to relax, rest and shower. Overnight Swakopmund.

Day 13 : An early start to this day, to make the most of the various options available in the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. We drive to Walvis Bay to see the bird life, flamingos and pelicans in the harbour. An optional boat cruise into Walvis Bay Harbour gives you a chance to see the Cape fur seals and Bottle nose or Heavy side dolphins. In the afternoon you can visit the Museum, rug making industry and other places of interest in Swakopmund or we can drive up the spectacular Swakop River. Overnight in Swakopmund.

Day 14 : Leave the coast to drive through the Namib Naukluft Park and observe the rich diversity of desert adapted fauna and flora, including the welwitchia plant. Stop for lunch en route. Passing through Solitaire we reach Sesriem campsite situated on the edge of the Namib Naukluft Park. Time to relax, rest and shower. Campfire dinner. Overnight at campsite at Sesriem.

Day 15 : Early morning visit to some of the highest sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei. Visit the Sesriem canyon in the afternoon. Farewell dinner. Overnight Sesriem campsite.

Day 16 : Depart as early as possible for Windhoek and ascend the Spreetshoogte Pass leaving the low-lying Namibian plains behind. We reach Windhoek International Airport in time for late afternoon outbound flights. (Alternatively overnight in Windhoek guesthouse to connect with outbound flight the following day).

 

22 Day Combined Namibian & Botswana Safari

This safari starts in Windhoek and ends in Victoria Falls

Day 1 : PENDUKA meet group at Windhoek international Airport or at a guesthouse in Windhoek and we commence on safari to drive westwards descending the Spreetshoogte Pass to Solitaire. Breathtaking views deep into the lower lying Namibian plains. We arrive at Sesriem camp situated on the edge of the Namib Naukluft Park. Overnight at Sesriem Campsite.

Day 2 : Early morning visit to some of the highest sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei. Visit the Sesriem canyon in the afternoon. Overnight Sesriem.

Day 3 : Drive through the Namib Naukluft Park and observe the rich diversity of desert adapted fauna and flora, including the Welwitschia plant. Reach the quaint town of Swakopmund. Camp is set up near Swakopmund. Time to relax. Campfire dinner. Overnight in Swakopmund.

Day 4 : An early start to this day to make the most of the various options available in the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. In the morning we drive to Walvis Bay to see the bird life, flamingos and pelicans in the Harbour. An optional boat cruise gives you the chance to see the Cape fur seals, Bottlenose and Heavy side dolphins. In the afternoon a visit to the Swakopmund Museum, rug making industry and other places o interest, or a drive up the spectacular Swakop River. Overnight in Swakopmund.

Day 5 : We drive north through some of the largest lichenfields worldwide. In the late afternoon we reach Aba-Huab River where desert elephants can occasionally be seen. A little further on the Huab River we look for a nice spot to set up our wilderness camp. Overnight Huab River campsite.

Day 6 : Spend the morning exploring one of the largest collections of rock engravings discovered as yet, at Twyfelfontein and visit Burnt Mountain. In the afternoon a drive along the Aba-Huab River bed in search of desert elephant and rhino. Overnight Huab River campsite.

Day 7 : We travel via Khorixas and Outjo to enter the Etosha National Park at Anderson Gate. An afternoon game drive into the Etosha Park before returning to Okaukuejo. The waterhole at Okaukuejo is floodlit at night and spectacular wildlife is almost guaranteed. Lions, elephants and black rhino come to quench their thirst almost every night. Camp at Okaukuejo.

Day 8 : Today we observe the spectacular wildlife activity around the waterholes where game concentrates during the dry season. Lunch en route. Our daylong game drive takes us around the edge of the Etosha Pan to Namutoni, and along famous game routes in the Etosha Park. Overnight Namutoni campsite.

Day 9 : Leaving the Etosha National Park we travel via Grootfontein to Rundu on the Kavango River. Overnight Nxwasi campsite.

Day 10 : We reach the Caprivi and cross the border into Botswana and travel through the village of Shakawe to arrive at Drotsky's campsite situated on the banks of the Okavango River. Overnight Shakawe campsite.

Day 11 : A morning motor boat excursion on the Okavango River which is at its widest in this area. An abundance of bird life nest in the high papyrus fringing the river's edge and we look out for the shy Sitatunga antelope that live here, and feed off the papyrus. A walk down to the river from the campsite offers opportunity for bird watching. Overnight Shakawe campsite.

Day 12 : Early departure to drive down the west side of the Okavango Delta to arrive in Maun, Gateway to the Okavango. We arrive at our camp, unpack and relax. In the afternoon an optional game flight offers you an aerial view of the Okavango Delta. Time for a welcome drink around the campfire, before dinner is served. Overnight PENDUKA's Maun Camp.

Day 13 : We make an early start and drive through traditional villages before entering the South Gate into Moremi Wildlife Reserve. We should see game en route to this reserve. Our game drive takes us on a scenic road through Moremi to Xakanaxa lagoons. Shown to tents. Time to shower before dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 14 : Early morning coffee or tea, and we set off on a full morning's game drive to return to camp at about 11h00 for a delicious brunch. Time now to shower, rest and relax in camp. After tea we set off on our afternoon game drive through Moremi with its wilderness of rivers and lagoons. Return to camp and relax around the campfire. Dinner served in dining tent. Camp near Xakanaxa in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 15 : Having had breakfast we leave Xakanaxa and continue on an interesting riverine route through Moremi to arrive and set up camp within sight of Kwai River at Moremi's North Gate. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 16 : An early morning game drive to have one last look at the Kwai, before returning to our camp for breakfast. We leave Moremi and our route takes us on an interesting day's drive northwards to Savuti. We stop en route for lunch. A game drive past the grassy plains of the Mababe Depression takes to our campsite. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 17 : Savuti is one of Africa's most densely populated predator areas, and well Known for its bull elephants. The Savuti waterhole offers an ever-changing spectacle of birds and wildlife. Morning and afternoon game drives with leisure time to relax during the heat of the day. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 18 : Leaving the plains of the Savuti Marsh we follow the Ngwezumba Valley driving through Mopane forests. Lunch en route. We arrive at the remote pan of Nogaatsha, on which a variety of wildlife depends. Camp within sight of this waterhole. Overnight in the area of Nogaatsha.

Day 19 : After breakfast we leave for the Chobe River and we should see the breeding herds of elephant and large herds of buffalo for which this park is famous. In the afternoon a boating excursion on the Chobe River offers a new dimension to game viewing. Camp along Chobe floodplains in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 20 : After a leisurely breakfast, we pack up and cross the border at Kazangula. An hour's drives takes us to view the majestic Victoria Falls after which we travel to our lodge for a late lunch. Move into rooms and relax or perhaps indulge in a siesta. Later we can take one of the walking trails in and around the lodge or down to the gorge. Sundowners at the lodge's bar before a delicious dinner. Overnight in lodge accommodation on full board basis.

Day 21 : You will have opportunity to enjoy a number of optional excursions after breakfast.

- A full day or half day's exhilarating white water rafting on the gorges below the falls.

- A full day or a half-day's canoeing and walking trails on the upper Zambezi.

- Afternoon cruise on the Zambezi River

- A visit to a traditional village

- Micro lighting or a helicopter flight over the Zambezi

Clients preferring to explore the Falls again can do so at leisure. We return to our lodge in the late afternoon and gather for the final farewell dinner of our safari. Overnight in lodge accommodation on full board basis.

Day 22 : After breakfast prepare for our transfer to Victoria falls Airport. Transfer will be arranged by your lodge, therefore kindly inform the staff of your departure times. A reminder that US$20 departure tax is required when leaving Zimbabwe.

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