Fahrten: Safari in Botswana & Simbabwe

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich. Ankunftstransfer inklusive.

Explore Victoria Falls at leisure this morning, and opt to take a guided tour of this thundering natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage site. Later, transfer to the headquarters of Painted Dog Conservation. Learn about this non-profit organization's work to protect and rehabilitate injured painted dogs (also known as African wild dogs), and hear from a conservationist about the threats to these endangered animals. Afterward, venture out on safari in a private concession bordering Hwange National Park, one of Zimbabwe's largest wildlife reserves and home to nearly half of the country's elephant population.
Examine the life and struggles faced by the Painted Dog (wild dog) population in and around Hwange national park and the efforts made by the conservancy to prevent poaching and the damage done by snare traps that have endangered the Painted Dog population in Zimbabwe. The ultimate goal of the project is to release rehabilitated animals back into the wild and to work with local children and communities in an effort to educate and shift behaviors away from poaching.

Begeben Sie sich auf Safaris am Morgen und am späten Nachmittag durch die weitläufigen Graslandschaften des Hwange-Nationalparks und des Dete Vlei. Verfolgen Sie ansässige Elefanten- und Büffelherden sowie Giraffen, Löwen, Zebras und den seltenen afrikanischen Wildhund. Entspannen Sie sich an diesem Abend auf dem Deck Ihrer Lodge oder besuchen Sie das unterirdische Versteck, das perfekt für Fotobegeisterte ist, und halten Sie Ausschau nach den wilden Kreaturen, die das Wasserloch der Lodge besuchen.

Am letzten Morgen in Hwange gibt es eine optionale Safarifahrt. Danach überqueren wir die Grenze nach Botswana und reisen nach Kasane, dem Tor zum atemberaubenden Chobe-Nationalpark. Genieße an diesem Nachmittag eine Bootssafari auf dem Chobe und beobachte badende Elefanten, Flusspferde und Krokodile.
Halten Ausschau nach Chobe-Buschböcken und Puku-Antilopen, die nur in diesem Teil Botswanas zu finden sind. Am Fluss Chobe leben die größten Elefantenherden der Welt. Außerdem sind hier auch Büffel, Flusspferde und Löwen zu sehen.

This morning, continue your exploration of Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa's largest elephant populations. On a safari along the banks of the Chobe River, keep an eye out for elephants, buffalo, lions, zebra, and rare semi-aquatic antelope, as well as an incredible variety of birds. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to get to know the area at your own pace.

Take in the views on a scenic flight into the heart of the Okavango Delta. Climb into a mokoro (dugout canoe) and glide along the waterways around our remote camp to catch a first glimpse of the area's abundant wildlife. Settle into comfortable tents, explore the camp, or opt to go for a swim. After lunch, embark on a wildlife cruise, watching for hippos and elephants as well as aquatic birds drawn by the region's unique fish and insects. Enjoy a sundowner deck back at the camp before dinner under the stars.
Please note that the Okavango Wilderness Project talk may be moved to the day that the group arrives in Maun due to the availability of lecturers within the region.

Machen Sie sich heute früh auf den Weg und steigen Sie in Mokoros, um durch enge Kanäle des Deltas zu manövrieren. Kommen Sie auf Chief's Island an, einem Teil des Moremi Game Reserve, und begeben Sie sich auf eine aufregende Buschwanderung. Folgen Sie einem Führer in die Wildnis auf der Suche nach Giraffen, Zebras, Löwen, Kudus, Elefanten und Flusspferden sowie allerlei Vogelarten. Identifizieren Sie Spuren und andere Anzeichen von Wildtieren und erfahren Sie mehr über die medizinische Verwendung einheimischer Pflanzen und Bäume. Kehren Sie zum Brunch zum Camp zurück und genießen Sie dann die freie Zeit, um sich zu entspannen oder die Tierwelt vom Deck aus zu beobachten. Machen Sie sich nach dem Nachmittagstee auf zu einer weiteren Bootsfahrt oder Wildbeobachtungsfahrt. Nehmen Sie sich an diesem Abend Zeit, die Sterne zu beobachten und den bezaubernden Klängen des Deltas nach Einbruch der Dunkelheit zu lauschen.
Tonight, the group will stay at Moremi Crossing accommodation, in en suite meru tents equipped with running hot and cold water, full beds, linens and a towel. Each tent is on its own deck dotted along the fringe of the island tucked away amongst the pristine riverine ecosystem filled with wildlife. There are animal sightings from the decking area on a regular basis.

Embark on both morning and late afternoon wildlife excursions by boat, on foot, or by jeep, depending on current conditions and water levels. In between, enjoy the amenities at the camp, go for a swim, or relax with a book on the deck. Remember to keep your eyes open and binoculars close to observe passing wildlife.
Chief's Island is a large area and the animals are free to move as they choose – and they do! During your guided walk there's a chance you'll see: lion, elephant, giraffe, zebra, impala, kudu and hippo as well as a plethora of birdlife – particularly when the migratory species return to us between October and March. There is a huge difference to being on foot rather than in a vehicle for such encounters!

After an early-morning wildlife excursion, fly to the frontier town of Maun. Meet with an expedition member on National Geographic's Okavango Wilderness Project, a multi-year collaboration between international and local experts to survey the Okavango watershed's biodiversity and ensure its future protection. Watch the National Geographic documentary “Into the Okavango,” and learn about delta conservation projects in the area. In the evening, experience a night of storytelling and traditional foods with celebrated local author Bonty Botumile. Born in Maun, Bonty's work is dedicated to preserving Botswana's literary heritage and providing youth with employment opportunities in the arts. Listen as she shares her in-depth knowledge of the region's cultural history, and cap off the night with a delicious meal and colourful stories around a warm fire.

Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich.