|  | Venture with Ker & Downey on this flexible programme to two of their most popular camps.
- Game drives
- Bush walks
- Night drives
- Mokoro trips
| Venture with Ker & Downey into the timeless untamed Africa of the first explorers. Enjoy your days of sophisticated adventure in the wild.
Each day after a light breakfast your guide will lead you in exploring this wonderland of islands that provides a season haven to about forty species of large mammals, including elephant, buffalo and all the big cats. Your guide will stop to point out various jewels of the bush, like the wonders of the fauna, and with his highly trained eyes the exceptional beauty of birdlife from the grace and power of the Fish Eagle to the colourful splendour of the tiny Malachite Kingfisher.
Shinde is nestled on a vast lush palm dotted island in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta. It is surrounded by clear waterways teeming with birdlife and game.
Please note that this safari is not available between 1 December and 28 February. |
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| Start: Maun
Scheduled flights: Maun Airport | Day 1 Okavango
On arrival at Maun Airport a uniformed Ker and Downey representative who will assist with registration etc and on to your charter flight to the bush will meet you. On arrival at the airstrip you will board a mokoro (traditional canoe) and glide peacefully into one of the remotest areas in the Okavango. There you will find your 'vintage' style camp awaiting you with the friendly smiling staff ready to welcome you with a refreshing cool drink. | Day 2 & 3
After a light breakfast your guide will lead you on a walk exploring this wonderland of islands that provides a seasonal haven to about forty species of large mammals, including elephant, buffalo and all the big cats. Your guide will stop to point out various jewels of the bush, like the wonders of flora and fauna, and with his highly trained eyes the exceptional beauty of bird life from the grace and power of the African Fish Eagle to the colourful splendour of the tiny Malachite Kingfisher. Continue to your new camp for a cool drink and lunch. There is time for a siesta before spending the afternoon refining the knowledge that you have accumulated during the day.
A late afternoon walk or a mokoro ride to incorporate that unique light of the setting sun and movement of wildlife to their particular watering holes. Return to camp, a warm shower, sundowner and three-course dinner culminating around the campfire listening to tales of the wild you have walked amongst. | Day 4
After an early morning activity and breakfast, transfer by vehicle to Shinde Island Camp. Shinde is nestled on a lush palm island in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta. Located at the edge of a lagoon, it is surrounded by clear permanent waterways teeming with bird life and game. Spend the rest of your day exploring the area on activities offered at the camp. | Day 5
Awake to hot tea and coffee served in your tent and enjoy a day of game viewing in this unspoiled Eden. Lion, leopard, giraffe, hippo, lechwe, zebra, impala and many other big game species can be seen as well as a kaleidoscope of bird life. Lunch is served back in camp, or perhaps as a picnic in the bush. After a siesta in the afternoon and tea you will embark on an evening game drive or perhaps a sunset cruise by powerboat to view the heronry at Godickwe Island. While sipping a 'sundowner' and watching the sun sink slowly over the water, you will hear the sounds of the frogs and the roosting birds before making your way slowly back to camp to enjoy another wonderful 3 course dinner by candlelight prepared by Shinde's talented chefs. | Day 6
After breakfast and a morning activity, perhaps a last mokoro ride or game drive or even another walks if you are still feeling energetic you will transfer to Maun by light aircraft to connect with your onward flight. | End: Maun
Scheduled flights: Maun Airport | Rate includes
Accommodation in deluxe-tented camps with en suite bathrooms - running hot & cold water 24 hours, shower and flush toilet at Shinde & Kanana, camp Okuti accommodations are in chalets. Footsteps is
the 'vintage' safari experience offering large comfortable tents Meru style with separate private shower and toilet.
All meals and snacks while staying at the camp.
All beverages, including bottled water and alcoholic beverages in reasonable quantities.
All activities while at camp: Game drives in 4x4 open sided vehicles, powerboats and mokoro rides, game walks, fishing (and equipment) depending on the camp. All activities are escorted by tenured expert guides.
Daily laundry services
Large suitcases are stowed free of charge at our Ker & Downey Maun airport office.
All taxes, VAT, Fees and service Charges.
Emergency evacuation insurance from Ker & Downey camps to a regional medical facility.
Airfare from Maun to Shinde return | Footsteps across the Delta
A deluxe camp and staff waiting with refreshing drinks. Your host has been active in guiding and conservation in the Okavango for several years. He will brief you on the next day's walking, mokoro excursion and other activities as well as some of the education la sessions that you will enjoy. The focus is on the original style of safari. The finest way to discover the Delta is on foot and by mokoro and your keen sensed tracker will impress you with his natural skills. The staff moves the camp essential and your baggage each day while you journey through the Okavango. Your safari is truly off the beaten track. It is an ideal environment for observation.
Accommodation is in spacious twin bedded, insect proof, double fly tents with sewn in floors accommodating a maximum of six guests. Each tent has its own adjacent enclosed, rustic shower and toilet facility.
There is also radio communication and daily laundry is included. A complete kitchen with freezer is transported on safari. There is a high standard of bush cuisine, including fresh vegetables, fruits and a selection of cheeses. All meals are served al fresco. A selection of beers, spirits, South African wines, soft drinks and bottled water are included.
Activities included are game walks and mokoro. No special skills or training are required. Maximum time for any bush activity is 4 hours. Walking is at leisurely pace and distances covered would not exceed 6km/3.75 miles during any activity. | Shinde Camp
Shinde is nestled on a vast lush palm dotted island in the heart of the northern Okavango Delta. It is surrounded by clear waterways teeming with birdlife and game.
Accommodation consists of eight large, twin-bedded safari style tents with sewn-in floors and windows, including three new tents built on plinths overlooking the Delta. Private en suite bathroom with hot and cold running water (24 hours), a shower and flush toilet.
Facilities include the main mess area is now raised lounge/dining room overlooking the Delta affording magnificent vistas. Here Ker & Downey serve imaginative meals prepared by experienced safari chefs. Professionally managed menus include fresh bread baked daily and fresh vegetables.
A well stocked bar and plentiful ice
The Shinde Gallery shop accepts Visa and Mastercard. It is stocked with local handicrafts and other items.
Power Source: Throughout Africa usual voltage is 220 - 240AC. An adaptor will be necessary for appliances that run on 110 - 120AC.
Electricity is provided by generators, which are run from 0600 - 0930 and again from 1700 until 1230.
Lighting is available 24 hours at each tent from batteries, which are charged by the generator.
Batteries brought by guests may be recharged in camp, which the generator is running.
Depending upon the electricity need for camp operations, it may not be possible to recharge video cameras every day, but this will be at the discretion for the camp manager (be sure to bring a 3-prong, round point adapator). | Group size
Footsteps - Maximum: 6
Shinde - Maximum: 16 & 2 tour leaders |
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