Emerald Season 10 Night Botswana Fly-In

Day 1 – 3
Welcome to Botswana! Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative of the charter airline before boarding your light aircraft flight into the heart of Botswana's magnificent wilderness. From above, witness the remarkable transformation of the landscape as the green season paints the African bush in vibrant shades of emerald, dotted with shimmering waterways and lush floodplains. Botswana's Green Season brings a beautiful sense of renewal, transforming the wilderness with lush grasses, blooming wildflowers and vibrant birdlife. It is also a season of new beginnings, offering opportunities to witness young wildlife discovering the bush for the first time.

Day 4 – 6
Today, you fly onwards to the wildlife-rich Khwai Community Area, situated along the eastern boundary of Moremi Game Reserve. Managed by the local Khwai village, this community-run concession offers an authentic and sustainable safari experience, bringing together conservation, community involvement and cultural preservation. During the green season, Khwai is particularly captivating. The summer rains transform the surrounding wilderness into a lush mosaic of grasslands, woodlands and seasonal waterways. Migratory birds return in spectacular numbers, making this an exceptional time for birdwatching, while resident wildlife makes the most of the fresh grazing. It is also an exciting period for game viewing, with newborn impala, zebra and other plains game bringing a special energy to the bush, closely followed by the predators that call this region home.

Day 7 – 8
After your flight into Kasane, you will be welcomed by a representative of your lodge and transferred to your accommodation. The green season reveals a different and wonderfully rewarding side of Chobe. The landscape is transformed by summer rainfall, with fresh green vegetation, flourishing riverbanks and an abundance of birdlife. Migratory species arrive from far and wide, creating a spectacle for bird enthusiasts, while the abundance of fresh grazing attracts wildlife across the region. The seasonal rains also bring dramatic skies and refreshing afternoon showers, adding atmosphere and colour to the landscape.

Day 9 – 10
Today your journey continues into neighbouring Zimbabwe. You will be collected by a transfer service and driven towards the legendary Victoria Falls. Your visit coincides with one of the most spectacular times of year at Victoria Falls. Fed by the summer rains across the Zambezi catchment, the river gathers strength, building towards its magnificent annual peak. The result is an awe-inspiring display of nature, with enormous volumes of water cascading over the cliffs, creating towering clouds of mist and a constant, thunderous roar. The surrounding rainforest flourishes in the moisture, adding to the extraordinary atmosphere of this natural wonder.

Day 11
After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Africa before your transfer to the airport. Take with you memories of Botswana at its most vibrant: emerald-green landscapes, dramatic summer skies, extraordinary birdlife, newborn animals and unforgettable encounters in the wilderness, followed by the magnificent spectacle of Victoria Falls. A journey through Africa's green season is a celebration of renewal, abundance and the remarkable beauty of nature.

Included services:

3-nights Oddballs' Enclave Camp, including all meals, teas, coffees and snacks, drinks (soft drinks, water, beers, select wines and selected spirits), laundry, activities, government taxes and park fees.
3-nights Camp Khwai, including all meals, tea, coffee, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks (local beers, wine and select spirits), two activities per day, laundry, transfers to and from Khwai Airstrip, government levies, national park fees and emergency medical evacuation.
2-nights Kubu Lodge, including 3 meals per day, laundry, tea and coffee, 2 activities per person per day (game drive or boat cruise) + Daily Park Entry Fee into Chobe National Park, transfers to/from Kasane Airport/Kubu Lodge and bed levy.
2-nights Phezulu Guest Lodge, including breakfast.
Please note for flights: The general luggage limit is 20 kg per person. Soft luggage is mandatory, hard-shell suitcases are not accepted.

Recommended travel period:

November to March

Excluded services:

Additional meals not specified in itinerary
Additional entrance fees and conservation levies
Personal extras such as tips, laundry services, roaming etc.
Private expenses
International flights
Visa and Visa fees (if applicable)
Travel Insurance
Any new government taxes, levies or industry increases which are beyond Terra Nova's control

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