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This itinerary offers the flexibility of a self drive trip using a 4WD vehicle( Nissan single cab or similar) but is a relatively easy drive, using mainly tar roads and some off road 4WD drives. The vehicle is not equipped as there is no camping, overnight stops are in chalets and permanent tents.
The hire vehicle is covered with Super CDW and Theft waiver.

Day 1
Khama Rhino Sanctuary – Serowe - Botswana
Approx 6 hours drive
Pick up hired car in Johannesburg and self drive to Serowe where you will be staying at Khama Rhino Sanctuary for one night (approx 20km past Serowe). Overnight in basic, yet comfortable A-frame chalets with self catering facilites, There is also a restaurant and bar on site.

The Khama rhino sanctuary trust is a community based wildlife project, established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing white rhino. The sanctuary lies 25km north of the historic Serowe on the Serowe Orapa road. Serowe, one of the largest traditional villages in Africa, is the birthplace of Botswana’s first president, the late sir Seretse Khama. To date 14 white rhinos and 2 black rhinos have been Tran located into the sanctuary. The sanctuary is also home to other wildlife

Day 2
Meno a Kwena – Makgadigadi national park – Botswana
Approx 6 hours drive.
Dinner, bed & breakfast
Self-drive from Serowe to Meno a Kwena, On arrival at Meno a Kwena you ‘will stay in Large Kenyan’ style tents with beds and bedding, each tent has its own private bucket shower and toilet adjacent to the tent. The Lodge has a marvellous location overlooking a waterhole frequented by zebras, elephants and wilderbeests. The Magadikgadi Pans NP is located 40km away and can be visited either on the way to the camp or the following morning. During your stay at Meno a Kwena all meals are included,

Meno a Kwena, meaning the tooth of the crocodile is situated on the Makgadigadi pans; each tent is ideally situated to allow the guests to take in the breathtaking view over the pans. There is also a water hole in front of the lodge where game comes to drink.

Day 3
Crocodile camp – Maun – Botswana
Approx 1 ½ hours drive
Bed & Breakfast

Self drive from Meno a Kwena to Maun, On arrival in Maun you will spend one night at crocodile camp in a standard en-suite chalet. Breakfast is included.

Crocodile camp is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River and hosts an abundance of birdlife with the occasional hippo or crocodile visitor. One can enjoy the scenery of the river while having a drink at the bar.

Day 4 and 5
Santawani lodge – Nr Moremi NP – Botswana
Approx 3 hours drive
All meals, cash bar
After a relaxing night in Maun you will self-drive to Santawani Lodge.
Overnight accommodation is in basic, yet comfortable en suite chalets. During your stay at Santawani lodge all meals and hot beverages are included and they provide a ‘escort guide’ to accompany you on your game drives to show you the area.

Santawani lodge is situated in a game rich private concession near the border of the moremi game reserve. The lodge is open to the soothing African breezes, the bar and restaurant overlooks a waterhole.

Day 6
Crocodile camp – Maun – Botswana
Approx 3 hours drive
Bed & Breakfast

After a relaxing two night stay at Santawani Lodge you will self-drive back to Maun where you will spend another night at Crocodile Camp. Arrange food supplies for the next 2 days at the shops in Maun.
Breakfast is included

Crocodile camp is situated on the banks of the Thamalakane River and hosts an abundance of birdlife with the occasional hippo or crocodile visitor. One can enjoy the scenery of the river while having a drink at the bar.

Day 7 and 8
Guma camp, Western Okavango
Self catering
Approx 4 hours drive

After a relaxing night at Crocodile Camp in Maun you will self-drive on the tar road via Sehitwa , heading north. Guma camp is located just past the village of Etsa 13 , turning off onto a 4WD track,. On arrival at Guma camp you will be staying in a large walk in dome tent, Each tent has its own bathroom built behind it. The tents are set on shaded stands overlooking the lagoon, they are furnished with beds and linen is provided.
During your stay at Guma camp you will go on a full day mokoro trip.

Guma lagoon camp is situated on the northwestern side of the Okavango delta on the banks of the Guma lagoon. It is mainly a self-catering camp although meals can be arranged if pre booked in advance. There is a fully equipped kitchen and freezing facilities available for guests.

Day 9 and 10
Mazambala lodge – Caprivi Strip, Namibia
Bed & breakfast
Approx 5 hours drive
Drive north through the border at Mohembo into Namibia and onto the Caprivi Strip.
On arrival at Mazambala lodge from Guma lagoon camp you will be staying in a small thatched en-suite chalet. Breakfast is included. There is a restaurant where meals can be bought,

Mazambala lodge is situated on the Caprivi Strip and consists of a bar and dinning area. The lodge is rustic and simple, and there is no electricity so candles and torches are provided. Mazambala is close to

Day 11 and 12
Garden Lodge – Kasane – Botswana
Dinner, bed & Breakfast.
Approx 3 hours drive

After a two-night stay at Mazambala lodge on the Caprivi Strip you will self-drive to Kasane where you will spend two nights at the Garden Lodge. A friendly Lodge situated on the banks of the Chobe river with comfortable ensjuite rooms. During your stay at the Garden Lodge dinner and breakfast are included.

The garden lodge is situated on the banks of the Chobe River and is an ideal base to explore Chobe NP, which is approx 20 mins drive away.
Boat trips can be booked for sunset cruises.

Day 13
The Marang Hotel – Francistown – Botswana
Room only
Approx 5 hours drive

After a relaxing two-night stay at Garden Lodge you will self-drive to Francistown,. On arrival in Francistown you will be staying at the Marang hotel in a double room. All meals and drinks are excluded but there is a restaurant and bar on site,
The Marang hotel is situated on the banks of the Tati River, 5km out of Francistown.

Price includes:
All accommodation as detailed above.
13 day 4 x 4 vehicle hire – non-equipped, super covers, insurance, unlimited mileage.
1-day mokoro trip at Guma Camp
All meals as stated above

Price excludes:
All items of a personal nature
All drinks
National park entry fees
Re fuelling costs

Please Note the Following Conditions
 
Prices may be subject to slight variation on booking due to fluctuations in the exchange rates.
Regional flights are not included although we have competitive fares with Air Botswana .
Rates are based on 2008 prices and are offered as a guideline.
Please ask for a quote in conjunction with your safari request.
Single supplements may apply in high season.
Rates below are based on 2 people sharing .
All bookings subject to availability.