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SD 06 – Central Kalahari Safari
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Introduction
This vast sea of sand has, for centuries, captured man's imagination. Although the Kalahari is largely uninhabited, it is not a true desert for it is home to a large number of plant and animal species that have managed to adapt to its inhospitable conditions.
Safari Venues
 The Kalahari safari includes the following venues:
- Khama Rhino Sanctuary
- The Central Kalahari Nature Reserve
- Deception Valley
- Haina Safari Lodge
Time of Year
- 09 May 2009 – 17 May 2009
Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Meet and Greet
 We depart from Pretoria and drive via the Martins drift Border post between Botswana and South Africa for Khama Rhino Sanctuary where we will spend the first night. It's a eight drive from Gauteng, the roads are in good condition and it we will be early enough in the campsite to explore the sanctuary. The Sanctuary lies 25km north of historic Serowe on the Serowe-Orapa road. Serowe, one of the largest traditional villages in Africa , is the birthplace of Botswana 's first President, the late Sir Seretse Khama.To date, 14 white rhinos and 2 black rhinos have been translocated into the Sanctuary. In February 1993, four rhinos were translocated from northern Botswana . This was accomplished by the Botswana Department of Wildlife and National Parks with the help of the Natal Parks Board
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Day 2
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Central Kalahari
We break down camp and depart for the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the second largest National Park in the World, where we will spend the next three nights. This is the best time of year to roam the plains around Sunday Pan and Deception Valley and anyone who has read "Cry of the Kalahari" by Mark and Delia Owen will know exactly why. Wildlife in the area is plentiful, ranging from gemsbok, eland, kudu and springbok to cheetah, leopard and the evasive brown hyena and the inquisitive mongoose.
Bird life here is amongst the most prolific in the world and this region alone has over 900 species. Deception Valley is a bird lover's paradise, hosting a vast variety from the smallest of finches to the larges of vultures. |
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Day 6 |
Haina Lodge
Travel to Haina Lodge north of Kuki Corner where we will spend two nights. We will have a well deserved rest day and clients are welcome to upgrade to a luxury en-suite safari tent at additional cost |
Day 7 |
Kubu Island
Today we cross the pans to Kubu Island where we will spend the night in the community campsite. Kubu (meaning hippopotamus in Setswana) is the most famous of all the rock islands in the Makgadikgadi. Most of the rock islands in this area are remnants of ancient sand dunes. Kubu island is different in that it is one of the scatterings of granite islands. Kubu Island rises no more than 20 meters above the pan and is a national monument. Its eerily silent fossil beaches, stunted red baobab trees and mysterious stone walls leave an impression on every visitor. Most of the rocks on Kubu Island are stained white by fossilized bird droppings, bearing testament to the long-forgotten bird population that once lived on the island. |
Day 8 |
Khama Rhino Reserve
We leave for Khama Rhino Sanctuary close to Serowe where we will camp for the last night in Botswana, under beautiful Manketi trees. For those guests who would prefer not to camp, the option is available to stay in one of the chalets, for more information or to book a chalet email krst@botsnet.bw. |
Day 9 |
This is the end of our Kalahari Safari experience, we leave via the Martinsdrift border post back to South Africa. |
Costs
The costs listed below are based on a minimum of 7 vehicles/14 adults.
( All prices are subject to
changes )
| Adults |
R 5 000 p.p |
Children 8-17 yrs |
R 2 500 p.p |
Children < 8 yrs |
Free |
Included
- FGASA & DEAT registered guide
- Level 2 First Aid Personnel
- Fully equipped recovery vehicle
- All park entry fees
- All camping fees
- All vehicle entries
Excluded
- 3rd Party insurance
- Road tax
- Personal purchases
- Camping Equipment
- Fuel, Food and Beverages
Deposit
non-refundable deposit of R 2,000 per person is required in order to confirm a booking. The balance is due a minimum of 14 days prior to departure.
Enquiries & Bookings
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