Penguin Travel

Come to an inspiring discovery expedition in the heart of Africa!

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Departure dates:
16 October 2010

Price with flight ticket:   2310.00 EUR

Additional price information:   The price of the flight ticket only is approximaly 1200 EUR from certain cities in Europe, eg. Copenhagen by KLM. This price is approximate, and may be different if a different airline or departure city is chosen. Here is an example of the flight times: 1 16OCT SA Copenhagen - Amsterdam 16.40 - 18.05 16OCT SA Amsterdam - Nairobi 21.00 - 06.35 17OCT SU Nairobi - Harare 07.50 - 11.45 27OCT WE Victora Falls - Yohannesburg 13.45 -15.25 27OCT WE Johannesburg - Amsterdam 23.55 - 11.05 28OCT TH Amsterdam - Copenhagen 13.40 - 15.00

Price without flight ticket:   1110.00 EUR

Additional price information:   Minimim group size: 8 persons

Trip plan:   

Day 1 (16 Oct. 2010): Departure from home.

Day 2 & 3: Gweru, Antelope Park (Zimbabwe)
Arriving in Harare (Zimbabwe) the group will be met at the airport by our crew. We will immediately board the vehicle and make our way to Antelope Park in Gweru. Quietly tucked away just 10 km from the city of Gweru, Antelope Park has more than 23 species of wildlife and over 150 varieties of birds which can be viewed on the back of an elephant, on horseback or on foot accompanied by lion cubs. Highlights of a visit to the park include walking with lions and ‘swimming with elephants'. The park is particularly well known for its lion breeding project and walking with lions. You can choose what optional activities you would like to participate in or you can just sit by the pool and enjoy the African sunshine. Please note, some of the activities mentioned, as well a number of other optional activities are offered at an extra charge. You are welcome to request a quote.

Day 4: Nata (Botswana)
Today we will spend the night at Nata Lodge. The area is renowned for its excellent bird watching with a Bird
Sanctuary near the town. Nata Bird Sanctuary is home to more than 165 bird species including flamingos,
kingfisher, ostrich, eagles, bustards and pelicans. It is also a refuge for various species of wildlife which
include species of antelope such as hartebeest, kudu, reedbuck, springbok and steenbok - and springhares,
jackals, foxes, monkeys and squirrels eland, gemsbok and zebra.

Day 5-8: Maun - Sitatunga, Okavango Delta (Botswana)
Our destination today is Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Once we arrive we will set up camp at
Sitatunga campsite. The following morning we make our way into the fertile plains of the Okavango Delta. The impressive Okavango River spills its contents into the Kalahari Desert to create the world’s only true inland delta. We set up camp on islands in the Delta and spend the next two days exploring its waterways by foot and dugout canoes (mokoros). The Okavango supports a unique ecosystem that boasts an abundance of animal and plant life. We will be tracking many different species that rely on the Okavango for their survival as well as simply enjoy the remoteness and tranquillity of the area. Some of the activities are offered at an extra charge.

Day 9: Gweta (Botswana)
In the morning we head east to the small town of Gweta. Gweta is not the attraction but rather the Ntwetwe and Nxai Xini Pans. The pans are a vast, unspoilt moonscape expanse of the largest area of nothing on earth. The pans are an area the size of Switzerland, with not a single human inhabitant. The 360 degree view of flat, white horizon is really quite breathtaking! Upon arrival you will be briefed on the optional activities on offer at an additional charge, and have a chance to explore the Ntwetwe and Nxai Xini pans.

Day 10: Kasane (Botswana)
Our destination today will be Chobe Safari Lodge near the Chobe National Park. Chobe National Park
has probably the largest Elephant population in the world; it is also known for its large herds of buffaloes and other game species. Among the optional activities on offer, at an additional charge are: game drives in the Chobe National Park, river cruises along the Chobe River, which offers excellent game and bird viewing opportunities.

Day 11 & 12: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Victoria Falls town is the home of one of the seven wonders of the world- the mighty Victoria Falls; called by the Batonga people as “The Smoke that Thunders”. Victoria Falls is also known as the adventure capital of
Southern Africa offering a wide variety of adventure activities for you to enjoy. These activities are offered at an additional charge. Some of them include: White water rafting, bungee jumping, Victoria Falls National Park walks, Jet Boating, River Cruises, Horse Trails, Gorge Swing, helicopter flight and many others.

Day 12: Depart Victoria Falls(Zimbabwe)
This is our final morning together in Africa. Today we say our final goodbyes and make our way to the airport well ahead of your flight departure time.

Accomodation and food: Days 2 - 9: Camping in tents. Please bring a sleeping bag. Days 10 and 11: Luxury tents. Full board from noon on day 1 to breakfast on day 11 (depending on flight times).

Included in the price: 

All transport, road taxes, tolls and fuel.
Services of our driver and guide/cook.

Excluded from the price:   

Visas, Vaccinations, Insurances, airport departure fee in Victora Falls, 30 USD, Optional Activities like walking with lions, bird watching etc. are not included in the tour price. You are welcome to contact us about the variety and prices of optional activities.

Recommeded vaccinations: We recommend the following vaccinations, but please contact your personal doctor for advise as well: Diphteria, Tetanus, Hepatitis A, Malaria pills (malarone, lariam or similar).

Visas: Visas are required, and may be obtained upon arrival for certain nationals, please ask or chech in advance. Visa for Zimbabwe costs approx. 50 EUR. And for Botswana 50 EUR as well. You will need to bring 2 photos per visa.

Practical information: You should have some experience in camping.

What to bring: SLEEPING BAG (mattresses are provided), Comfortable shoes and light clothes. Shirts with long sleeves. Thin but long trousers. Hat. Sun tan oil. Mosquito repellent.

Tour difficulty:   C 

These tours include trekking which is a little harder, normally on a challenging terrain. We take it for granted that you are in good condition and fit. You should be physically prepared at home to get the maximum of the tour. Most of the trekking is done at a greater height (max 3000m).

Group Size:   8 persons