This safari offers an
insight into the culture and history of the Kalahari's oldest inhabitants,
the San People (Bushman).
It is ideal for the adventure enthusiast offering breathtaking scenery,
desert wildlife and the privilege of an introduction to the traditional
lifestyle of the San Bushmen.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Bushman Experience (Ghanzi)
4 nights Central Kalahari Game Reserve
1 Overnight at a comfortable lodge in Maun
Day 1: Ghanzi - Bushman Experience, camping
The safari begins in Maun, where your guide will meet you at 07h30 at a pre-arranged meeting point. You will travel 300km to a game farm on the western side of the Central Kalahari Game
reserve, set up camp and have a safari briefing. In the afternoon you will participate in a nature walk led by local Bushmen trackers. They will share their intricate bush knowledge and give you an insight into their unique
and intriguing culture. In the evening you will be treated to a traditional Bushman dance around the campfire. (L, D)
Day 1: Maun - Game Farm near Ghanzi: 300km, 4hrs
Days 2-5: Central Kalahari Game Reserve, camping
You will wake up as the sun rises and enter the pristine wilderness of the largest game reserve in Botswana. The next four days will be exploring the undeveloped wilderness of the
northern region of the Kalahari, moving from camp to camp. You will visit Pipers Pan, Passarge Valley and Deception Valley in your exploration of the Kalahari.
Enjoy the vast open spaces, clear night skies and uninterrupted
beauty on game drives and at camp. This is adventure camping in its purest form, water and communications are limited and we travel as a self-sufficient group. Camping is in a designated campsite with fixed/bush ablutions. (B,
L, D)
Day 2: Game Farm near Ghanzi - Central Kalahari Game Reserve: 250km, 7-9hrs (including game drive)
Days 3-4: Extended game drives
Day 6: Maun, comfortable lodge
After our final morning game drive in the Kalahari we break camp and return to Maun where our last night will be enjoyed in the comfort of a lodge. Dinner is at your own expense at the
lodge. The safari officially ends at 08h00 on Day 7. Bush Ways can assist with your onward travel arrangements. (B, L)
Deception Valley, Central Kalahari - Maun: 340km, 5-6hrs
Price includes:
All accommodation (spacious bow tents with mattresses), rooms at a comfortable lodge in Maun, all transfers and activities as per the itinerary, all meals that are indicated (B -
breakfast, L -lunch, D - dinner) and tea/coffees, services of a Professional Guide and Camp Assistant, all Botswana park fees for activities included on itinerary and transport in
specialized safari vehicles.
Does not include:
Restaurant meals (Maun), visas, airport transfers, tips, curios, optional excursions, beverages (alcohol, soft drinks and bottled mineral water), Insurance to cover for cancellation and curtailment, medical, baggage,
emergency evacuation, sleeping bag (and small pillow) on all camping sectors.
