Wings Over Botswana Luxury Fly-In Safari

Chobe National Park is renowned for its elephants, while the Okavango Delta, among the largest inland river deltas globally, attracts a diverse array of wildlife, including lions, leopards, and hyenas.

Arriving at your luxury lodge in the Okavango Delta by air, you'll relish the chance to explore one of the most exclusive safari destinations. Additionally, you'll have the chance to participate in river cruises and engage in cultural activities within the surrounding villages.

Pricing

*Pricing is per person in New Zealand dollars.

What's Included

What's Included:

• Tailor-made journey
• 7 nights’ accommodation at your choice of 3 safari lodges or tented camps
• All meals during your stay (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Refreshments including local spirits and wines
• Airport departure tax at Kasane Airport
• Shared fixed-wing flights and road transfers
• Shared safari activities with expert game rangers
• All National Park fees and VAT
• Laundry

What's Not Included

What's Not Included:

• Airfares to/from New Zealand to Africa
• Helicopter flights at Camp Okavango or Xugana Island Lodge
• Premium alcohol
• Gratuities

Important Notes

• Please enquire for cross season pricing or to add-on a transfer from Victoria Falls to Kasane
• A surcharge applies if your first stay is at Savuti Safari Lodge
• Please enquire for pricing for Maun-Maun, Maun-Kasane, or Kasane-Kasane routings
• A luggage restriction of 20-kg of soft-sided luggage (checked and carry-on) applies
• Savuti Safari Lodge is closed from until 31 May 24
• Camp Okavango is closed from 13 Jan to 13 Feb 24 inclusive
• Camp Xakanaxa is closed from 31 Jan to 14 Feb 24 inclusive
• Camp Moremi is closed from 15 Feb to 1 Mar 24 inclusive
• Xugana Island Lodge is closed from 15 Feb to 1 Mar 24 inclusive
• Other properties that can be utilised in this package:
• Nxamaseri Island Lodge; closed from 5 Jan to 31 Mar 24
• Leroo La Tau; closed from 15 Jan to 1 Feb 24

Itinerary

Day 1: Kasane to Chobe National Park

Upon your arrival, you will be transferred by light aircraft or vehicle to your chosen accommodation in Chobe National Park, the second-largest national park in Botswana, situated in the northern part of the country near the expansive Okavango Delta. This area boasts the highest concentration of elephants in Africa and is ideal for remarkable game viewing experiences.

Chobe Game Lodge: As the only permanent game lodge located on the banks of the Chobe River within the renowned Chobe National Park, Chobe Game Lodge stands out as Botswana's premier destination. It serves as an excellent base for guests seeking to explore the National Park and the Chobe River. This five-star Lodge holds a full eco-grading from the Botswana Tourism Board.

Savute Safari Lodge: Positioned on the edge of the famed Savute Channel, Savute Safari Lodge offers luxury accommodations with twelve rooms. The Savute region, and specifically the Savute Marsh, is celebrated for its intense predator encounters and exceptional game viewing, making it one of Botswana's most sought-after wildlife destinations.

Day 2: Chobe National Park

Prepare for another day of thrilling game drives. Depending on your chosen accommodation, you may also indulge in a delightful river cruise and a visit to a local village.

Chobe Game Lodge Activities: This sanctuary of tranquility and privacy offers effortless relaxation. Lounge by the expansive swimming pool, where a dedicated waiter is always ready to bring you refreshing drinks from the bar. Take advantage of early-morning or late-afternoon game drives led by expert guides. A highly popular activity is riverside game viewing, conducted on the lodge's solar-electric powered safari boats, ensuring silent safaris along Botswana’s renowned Chobe River. In the dry season, frequent sightings include lion, African wild dog, puku, red lechwe, sable, giraffe, and roan antelope.

Savute Safari Lodge Activities: Savute boasts the second-largest summer Zebra migration in Africa. Activities revolve around game drives across the Savute area in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Many excursions include a visit to the Savute Marsh, providing an opportunity to witness the historic presence of the Savute Channel amid abundant wildlife. Guests can also explore the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills, a small hilly outcrop that stands out in the otherwise flat landscape.

Day 3: Chobe National Park to Okavango Delta

Today, you will embark on a light aircraft flight into the breathtaking Okavango Delta, where you will spend two nights at the accommodation of your choice.

Camp Okavango: Nestled within Botswana’s splendid Okavango Delta, a World Heritage site, this delta stands as the world’s largest inland delta—a labyrinth of deep lagoons, expansive lakes, and concealed, winding channels. Camp Okavango, an exceptional and exclusive African safari camp, is situated on the secluded Nxaragha Island.

Xugana Island Lodge: Positioned on a private concession, Xugana Island Lodge fully capitalizes on its magnificent location. An extensive deck and open-air dining area offer panoramic views of the vast, unspoiled expanse of water that forms the permanent Okavango Delta.

Day 4: Okavango Delta

Delight in game drives and various safari activities as the Okavango Delta unfolds before you, providing an unparalleled game viewing experience. Encounter hippos, elephants, and crocodiles in the waterways, while on dry land, you may witness the majesty of lions, leopards, giraffes, and rhinos. The Okavango Delta promises a pristine and diverse safari adventure.

Day 5: Okavango Delta to Moremi Game Reserve

Embark on a light aircraft transfer to your chosen accommodation.

Camp Moremi: This establishment holds a distinguished reputation in Botswana's tourism industry for delivering the quintessential African safari experience. Completely reconstructed in 2018 as a modern luxury safari lodge, Camp Moremi is nestled within the renowned Moremi Game Reserve.

Camp Xakanaxa: Situated on the banks of the Khwai River at the Xakanaxa Lagoon, in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve, Camp Xakanaxa (pronounced Ka-ka-na-ka) boasts a prime location. It stands as one of the rare safari camps that provides guests with an authentic, year-round Okavango Delta land and water safari experience.

Day 6 & 7: Moremi Game Reserve

Indulge in exhilarating game drives and a variety of safari activities in the Moremi Game Reserve, located in northern Botswana within the Okavango Delta. This region transforms into a lush animal habitat during seasonal floods. Explore the intricate waterways, including the Xakanaxa Lagoon, using dugout canoes to navigate past abundant birdlife, hippos, and crocodiles. The Moremi Game Reserve promises a rich and immersive safari experience amid its diverse and flourishing ecosystem.

Day 8: Moremi Game Reserve to Maun

Conclude your journey with a light aircraft flight transfer to Maun, where you will connect to your international flights, marking the end of your travel arrangements.

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Confirmation of Services
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Deposits and Final Payments: Tailor-made Travel
A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total invoice is required within 7 days of confirmation of arrangements. If the deposit is not received by this time, we reserve the right to cancel all arrangements without notification. Some tours and cruises require higher deposits and details of such will be advised at time of reservation. Receipt of deposit will be taken as an understanding by us that you have checked your confirmed arrangements and have read and agree to abide by the terms and conditions set forth on this website. Final payment is due 60 days before departure or by the payment deadline stated on the final invoice, whichever is earliest. If the final payment is not received by the company by the due date, we reserve the right to cancel all arrangements without notification. Bookings made within 60 days of departure will only be processed if we hold full payment. We do not accept bookings for travel within 7 days of departure. The name provided in the reservation must match the full name as per passport. Passport must be valid for 6 months after your scheduled return.  Please note: once arrangements are paid in full the price is set and no further communication over pricing will be entered into.

Deposits and Final Payments: Small Group Hosted Journeys
A non-refundable deposit as shown on the tour package is required within 7 days of our confirmation of your option. If the deposit is not received by this time, we reserve the right to cancel all arrangements without notification. Receipt of deposit will be taken as an understanding by us that you have checked your confirmed arrangements and have read and agree to abide by the terms and conditions set forth on this website. Final payment is due between 60 and 90 days before departure and is stated under the ‘Booking Conditions’ of each tour. If we do not receive the final payment by the due date, we reserve the right to cancel all arrangements without notification. Bookings made within 60 days of departure will only be processed if we hold full payment. We do not accept bookings for travel within 5 days of departure. Please note that your place will not be confirmed until a copy of your passport and the deposit has been received. The name provided in the reservation must match the full name as per passport. Passport must be valid for 6 months after your scheduled return.

Amendments: Tailor-made Travel
If you wish to alter your arrangements after your booking is confirmed you must notify us in writing. We will endeavour to make the amendments you require but due to the additional administrative costs we will charge you $100 per amendment plus any fees imposed by our supplier. Amendments within 60 days of departure are subject to full cancellation fees.

Amendments: Small Group Hosted Journeys
If you wish to alter your arrangements after your booking is confirmed you must notify us in writing. We will endeavour to make the amendments you require but due to the additional administrative costs we will charge you $500 per amendment plus any fees imposed by our suppliers. Amendments made within 60 days of departure are subject to full cancellation fees.

Cancellations and Refunds
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Cancelled bookings will incur charges. These charges can be up to 100% of the cost of the booking regardless of whether travel has commenced. As a minimum, our cancellation charges are 20% of the total booking value, plus any applicable supplier fees or penalties. The amount of each supplier’s cancellation fees or penalties is beyond our control and payment is solely your responsibility. To the extent permitted by law, no refund is available for cancellations after the holiday package has commenced or in respect of any tours, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilised.

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Regarding Small Group Hosted Journeys
Any cancellations must be received in writing and will be assessed based on the date received in our office. Cancellation fees are levied as follows:
More than 60 days before departure – loss of deposit
From 60-31 days before departure – 50%
Less than 30 days before departure – 100%
Where air tickets are included and purchased from World Journeys, cancellation fees will also be applied by the airline and refunds, if any, will not be made until the airline has refunded World Journeys.

Due to supplier restrictions, cancellation terms for some tours will vary from the above. Your option and confirmation letter contains the terms for your specific tour and signing the booking form will be taken as an understanding by us that you have read and agree to abide by the terms and conditions set forth within those letters.

Unavoidable Extraordinary Circumstances (Force Majeure)
We cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected, or you otherwise suffer any loss, injury, death, inconvenience or damage as a result of circumstances amounting to ‘force majeure’. In these terms and conditions ‘force majeure’ means any event or circumstances which we or the supplier of the services in question could not foresee or avoid. Such events and circumstances may include, whether actual or threatened, war, insurrection, riots, strikes, civil action, decisions by governments or governing authority, technical or maintenance problems with transport, changes of schedules or operational decisions of air carriers, terrorist activity, industrial action, natural or nuclear activity, epidemics/pandemics, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events outside our control.

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World Travellers guarantees the price of your arrangements once you have paid us in full. Prices on this website are based on costs and exchange rates as at 1 September 2022 – should these change it may be necessary to reprice your holiday package. If a booking falls over two different rate periods, the rate will change and we reserve the right to re-quote.  Please check with World Travellers before placing your reservation to ascertain if there have been any pricing changes. The price quoted for a package will be a total figure and no breakdown of component costs can be provided. Taxes or levies imposed by government bodies or their agencies are beyond our control. Prices shown are for payment by cash or debit card only.  Prices are in New Zealand Dollars (unless stated otherwise).

Not Included in Tour Cost
Tailor-made Travel: Airfares (unless specified), airport taxes, ticketable taxes and surcharges, visas, insurance, excess baggage, optional activities, shore excursions, gratuities/tipping (unless stated otherwise) and items of a personal nature.
Small Group Hosted Journeys: Visas, insurance, excess baggage, optional activities, shore excursions and items of a personal nature.

Holiday Variation
If unforeseen circumstances beyond our control require us to make necessary changes to your holiday, we reserve the right to cancel or reschedule/defer departures and itineraries. When it is necessary to change a hotel, the company reserves the right to substitute accommodation of at least a similar standard.  Travel dates and transit points are based on airline schedules available at the time of publishing. These may change at any stage which may alter the itinerary and require amending flights and/or cities. 

Accommodation
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Maps
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Insurance
It is a condition of booking one of our Small Group Hosted Journeys that travellers are adequately insured for the full duration of their holiday.  We strongly recommend that travel insurance is purchased at the time of reservation and payment of deposit.

Travel Advice
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Health & Medical Requirements
It is important for us to know and a condition of accepting your booking that you advise us at the time of booking of any health or medical conditions that could affect your ability to participate in the travel arrangements requested. All World Journeys’ small group hosted journeys include a level of walking and all participants must be able to easily walk a minimum of 2km without aid. If you have any concerns over the suitability of the proposed travel arrangements, we recommend that you contact your medical practitioner to discuss the travel to be undertaken. You must advise us in writing at the time of reservation (or subsequently should a new condition be diagnosed):
1. Any physical or mental conditions that may require medical or professional treatment or attention during the journey.
2. Any condition that may render the traveller unfit for travel, or that may require special care or assistance.
3. Any condition that may pose a risk or danger to the guest or anyone else on the journey.
4. Any condition that may require oxygen for medical reasons.
5. Any intention or need to use a wheelchair or other mobility device during the journey.
By booking the journey and paying the deposit, all travellers represent and warrant that they are physically and otherwise fit to travel. Should you have any concerns over your condition(s), you are requested to discuss your condition(s) with us before placing your reservation and paying your deposit.

Pandemic/Covid Policy
Should you test positive for Covid-19 or any other infection declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO) while travelling as part of arrangements made through World Journeys, you will be required to follow the government regulations of the country in which you are travelling. You must also advise World Journeys and their local partners as soon as possible in the event you test positive for a pandemic related illness. We encourage anyone with any symptoms of Covid-19 or other pandemic related illness to self-test while travelling, and suggest you carry a supply of your own Rapid Antigen test kits for this purpose. Should you test positive for Covid-19 or other pandemic related illness, you must follow the advice of local government, including self-isolation if required.

If you are a member of a World Journeys Small Group Hosted Journey and test positive for Covid-19 or another WHO designated pandemic infection, for the health and safety of your host and fellow travellers you may be required to complete a period in isolation until you no longer test positive. Any additional costs incurred as a result of isolation would be your own responsibility, including but not limited to, the cost of any additional accommodation, travel, medical costs, or any costs associated with having to return home early or to re-join the tour, and any incidental expenses. Refunds will not be provided to any traveller who cannot fulfil the entirety of their programme due to Covid-19 or any other WHO designated pandemic illness once the tour has commenced.

Purchasing travel insurance is a mandatory requirement when booking a Small Group Hosted Journey. It is your responsibility to check if your travel insurance policy covers any additional costs you may incur or any refunds for services you miss out on in relation to any WHO pandemic.

Professional service fees may apply.