Delta & Dunes - East & South Africa - The Adventure Company Worldwide Adventures 2012/3

ANGOL A Etosha NP ZAMBIA Caprivi Chobe Livingstone Victoria Falls Magadikgadi Pans Okavango Delta Spitzkoppe Swakopmund Namib Desert NAMIBIA ATL ANTIC OCE AN Adventure Level A Cultural Discovery Nature & Wildlife Namibia, Botswana & Zambia 23 days Trip Code: NB B OT S WA N A Kalahari Desert SOUTH AFRICA INDIAN OCE AN Delta & Dunes Explore the Okavango Delta's unique wilderness � View animals at floodlit waterholes in Etosha NP � Marvel at the magnificent Sossusvlei sand dunes at sunset Sossusvlei Orix's dual in Etosha Dates & Prices Guide Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest dates & 2013 prices. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. This is an adventure through some of the most spectacular areas in southern Africa, starting with the majestic Victoria Falls. In Namibia, spot wildlife on game drives in Etosha NP and climb the world's highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei. Then explore the wilderness of the Okavango Delta by dugout canoe. You'll also have the opportunity to learn more about the culture of the San Bushmen on walks in the Kalahari. 2012 Sat 14 Jan - Sun 5 Feb Sat 18 Feb - Sun 11 Mar Sat 24 Mar - Sun 15 Apr Sat 31 Mar - Sun 22 Apr Sat 21 Apr - Sun 13 May Sat 19 May - Sun 10 Jun Sat 16 Jun - Sun 8 Jul Sat 7 Jul - Sun 29 Jul Sat 14 Jul - Sun 5 Aug Sat 4 Aug - Sun 26 Aug Sat 11 Aug - Sun 2 Sep Sat 1 Sep - Sun 23 Sep Sat 8 Sep - Sun 30 Sep Sat 29 Sep - Sun 21 Oct Sat 6 Oct - Sun 28 Oct Sat 27 Oct - Sun 18 Nov Sat 3 Nov - Sun 25 Nov Sat 24 Nov - Sun 16 Dec Sat 1 Dec - Sun 23 Dec Sat 22 Dec - Sun 13 Jan Sat 29 Dec - Sun 20 Jan With flights Without flights Itinerary Day 1-3 Victoria Falls Overnight flight to Livingstone. Witness the stunning Victoria Falls and perhaps take an optional helicopter ride for a birds-eye view! (additional charge). Day 4-6 Caprivi Head into the Caprivi, a remote and beautiful region and camp next to the Kavango River. Day 7/8 Etosha NP Enjoy game viewing and a visit to one of Etosha's famous flood-lit waterholes. Day 9/10 Spitzkoppe Journey through the Ugab wilderness, home to the rare desert elephant and discover ancient rock art. Day 11/12 Swakopmund Pausing at the seal colony at Cape Cross, drive along the Skeleton Coast to Swakopmund where there is free time for activities like dune boarding (additional charge). Day 13/14 Sossusvlei Walk and admire the giant dunes at Sossusvlei. Day 15/16 Kalahari Spend one night in Windhoek before heading to the Kalahari Desert to take a walk with San Bushmen. Day 17-19 Okavango Delta Explore the delta and its labyrinth of waterways by mokoro (dugout canoe) and on foot. Day 20 Makgadikgadi Pans After the rains the pans fill with water and attract a multitude of animals. Day 21-23 Chobe NP View wildlife from an exciting boat trip on the Chobe River; overnight flight home. Essentials Driving days can be long. Conditions are basic at wild camps, though fixed camps offer good facilities. This trip operates with limited participation camping, you will be expected to put up your tent and help prepare meals. Activities Game drives, walking, canoeing, sandboarding (additional charge), Sossusvlei dune climb, walks with San Bushmen Transport Minibus/safari truck, dugout canoe, on foot. Accommodation Camping (15nts), wild camp (2nts), guesthouse (3nts) Meals included 20 breakfasts, 17 lunches & 12 dinners �3,089 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �3,099 �2,959 �2,959 �2,959 �3,599 �3,099 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 �2,049 All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from �116. For insurance details see p193. Flights Indirect flights with South African Airlines from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. Don't like camping? Our Desert & Delta trip (Trip Code: NH) follows the same itinerary as this trip, but instead of camping you will stay in a range of accommodation. Enjoy the region without having to pitch a tent! Price from �3,429 per person Windhoek Average Daily Max Temp �C 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average Daily Hours of Sunshine 9 9 8 9 10 10 10 11 11 10 10 10 Type NH into the search box on the website for more information. Mokoro glide on Okavango Delta For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/NB 95

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