Safari Dreams Luxury
Summary
1) Day 1 – 4: Gomoti Plains Camp, Okavango Delta
2) Day 4 – 6: Ngoma Safari Lodge, Chobe
3) Day 6 – 7: The Palm River Hotel, Victoria Falls
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1
Shared light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Qorokwe Airstrip
Flight time approx. 10 min
Day 1 – 4
Overnight Gomoti Plains Camp
3 Nights
Day 4
Shared light aircraft transfer from Qorokwe Airstrip to Kasane Airport
Flight time approx. 65 min
Shared road transfer from Kasane Airport to Ngoma Safari Lodge
1 hour drive
Day 4 – 6
Overnight Ngoma Safari Lodge
2 Nights
Day 6
Shared road transfer from Ngoma Safari Lodge to Kasane Airport
1 hour drive
Private road transfer from Kasane Airport to The Palm River Hotel
Day 6 – 7
Overnight The Palm River Hotel
1 Night
Day 7
Private road transfer from The Palm River to Victoria Falls Airport
Day 1 - 4 | Okavango Delta
Area Overview
The Okavango Delta is the largest intact inland delta in the world, and is exceptionally rich in wildlife. Situated deep within the Kalahari Basin, the Delta is characterized by meandering deep water channels lined with papyrus reeds that open up into larger lagoons and islands; these in turn give way to seasonal floodplains and eventually large tracts of dry land where animals congregate. Fed by the Okavango River and rains from the highlands of Angola, the Delta can vary in size from 15,000 sq km (5,800 sq mi) during drier periods to a staggering 22,000 sq kms (8,500 sq mi) during wetter periods. The game viewing depends on season, floodwaters and food availability but it is one of the most sought after wilderness destinations in the world. In addition to big game viewing, visitors come to experience the supreme tranquility and serenity of an untouched delta, and scenes of extraordinary natural beauty. It consistently produces very good predator action with considerable herds of ungulates and elephants, as well as a reintroduced (predominantly white) rhino population.
Day 1 - 4 | Gomoti Plains Camp
Property Overview
Chobe National Park is located in northern Botswana in easy driving distance to Kasane and Victoria Falls. Chobe is Botswana’s first designated national park and, at over 11,700 km2 (4,500 mi2), is one of the largest. The greater Chobe area consists of the Chobe River, Savute, and Linyanti, which combined is home to Africa’s largest elephant population. There is a rich variety of landscapes in addition to the famed riverfront including vast floodplains, woodlands, grasslands, and clay pans which can be enjoyed by boating safaris and game drives..
Experience & Activities
Gomoti Plains Camp offers extensive water activities with incredible wildlife diversity. The wildlife viewing in the area, both from vehicle or water, is superb. Guests can look forward to mokoro trips, motor boats (water dependant), and game viewing by vehicle and on foot. Being in a private concession, guests can also enjoy night drives and off-road viewing. Some of the more interesting finds in this unique area include wild dog dens, large prides of lions, big herds of buffalo, recent sightings of leopard and cheetah, as well as plentiful other wildlife throughout the area.
Accommodations
Luxury Tent
Gomoti Plains tents and main area are slightly raised on wooden decks overlooking the Gomoti river system. The ensuite luxury tent sleeps two in a king or two twin beds.
Fast Facts
Activities
- Morning and evening game drives
- Walking (guide dependent)
- Mokoros (water dependent)
- Motorised boats (water dependent)
- Gameviewing from the comfort of your own tent
- Fishing
- After dinner night drive
Quick facts
- Ten luxury tents including two family tents
- Only a 20 minute flight from Maun, or 60 mins from Kasane
- Swimming pool, with loungers
- Tented main area
- Library
- Picturesque views over the tributaries of the Gomoti River
- Spa therapist – treatments include massages and facials done in guests rooms
- Curio shop
- Children of all ages welcome. A private vehicle is required for children under six participating in game activities. No babysitting facilities available.
- Gomoti Plains has 220V plug points in all the tents which can be used to charge batteries and sleep apnoea machines, however, are not suitable for hairdryers and electric shavers.
- There is no WiFi in the tents or main areas. Limited WiFi can be accessed near the office
Day 4 - 6 | Chobe National Park
Area Overview
Chobe National Park is located in northern Botswana in easy driving distance to Kasane and Victoria Falls. Chobe is Botswana’s first designated national park and, at over 11,700 km2 (4,500 mi2), is one of the largest. The greater Chobe area consists of the Chobe River, Savute, and Linyanti, which combined is home to Africa’s largest elephant population. There is a rich variety of landscapes in addition to the famed riverfront including vast floodplains, woodlands, grasslands, and clay pans which can be enjoyed by boating safaris and game drives.
Day 4 - 6 | Ngoma Safari Lodge
Property Overview
Ngoma Safari Lodge is a boutique lodge offering unrivalled panoramic views over the game-rich floodplain and Chobe River. It is on the doorstep of Chobe National Park, also known as the “Land of the Giants,” home to the largest population of elephants on Earth. Ngoma Safari Lodge is sensitively designed to celebrate its pristine location and views while blending into its natural surroundings. The thatch-roofed lodge is finished in volcanic rock that naturally occurs in the Chobe Forest Reserves and its suites nestle in bush willow thickets and Zambezi teak trees. Lion, leopard, buffalo, and elephant are very often seen, while hippo, crocodile, giraffe, sable, and roan antelope also call the Chobe Forest Reserve home. The flood plain also attracts large migratory herds of zebra that follow a 300 miles round trip between the Angola basin and Chobe, making it the longest terrestrial migration route in Africa.
Experience & Activities
Expect a vast and diverse array of wildlife as knowledgeable guides take you on safaris through the Chobe National Park, lazy afternoons by the pool, and stunning dinners under African stars.
The expansive Chobe River can be explored in the comfort of a river cruise boat. This full-day safari is a wonderful way in which to absorb and appreciate the scale and splendour of this all-important water system and the many magnificent life forms it supports.
Accommodations
Suite
All eight thatched river-facing suites have spacious internal and external living areas, a large luxury bath, an inside and outside shower, air conditioning, overhead fans, mini bar, and tea/coffee facilities including a Nespresso machine. In addition, each suite has a private “refresh and relax” pool conveniently located in the external living area. All rooms are equipped with three-quarter beds that can be converted to a king size bed.
Fast Facts
Activities
- Enjoy the scenery and wildlife from the privacy of your balcony.
- Take a breakfast and lunch cruise from the jetty at Ihaha, located in western Chobe. (seasonal rain dependent)
- Embark on a full day safari incorporating a cruise on the Chobe River and a game drive in the Chobe National Park (which has over 75 species of mammals) with a picnic lunch.
- Explore via night game drives, available in the Chobe Forest Reserve
- Visit a local school, clinic and village
- Enjoy bird viewing – there are over 450 species to be spotted in the region!
Quick facts
- Five-star bush lodge with eight individual spacious suites
- Panoramic views overlooking the Chobe River and floodplain
- Private ‘refresh and relax’ pools located in the external living area of each suite
- WiFi throughout the lodge
- Swimming pool, sundeck and viewing platform
- 220-volt mains plus backup generator
Day 6 - 7 | Victoria Falls
Area Overview
The town of Victoria Falls lies on the southern banks of the Zambezi River at the western edge of the falls that it is named after. After David Livingstone set his eyes on the “smoke that thunders” in 1855, the settlement was later developed in 1901 when the possibility of using the waterfall for hydro-electric power was explored, and expanded when the railway from Bulawayo reached the town shortly before the Victoria Falls Bridge was opened in April 1905, connecting Southern Rhodesia (later Rhodesia; now Zimbabwe) to Northern Rhodesia (later Zambia). Vic Falls, as it is affectionately abbreviated to, is known as the adventure capital of Africa, with any number of outdoor and adventure activities to choose from. As well as world-class white water rafting, there is one of the world’s highest bungee jumps, skydiving, swing slides, helicopter rides and more. Although the town is small, it has a vibrant feel to it with lots of craft shops, pop up craft breweries and cafes, and relies heavily on tourism.
Day 6 - 7 | The Palm River Hotel
Property Overview
The vision for the Palm River Hotel was simultaneously simple and complex: a unique hotel offering unparalleled luxury without compromising a sense of home comfort; vast, unimpeded views which maintained shelter and privacy; the convenience of a central location preserved within a tranquil bubble of peace and quiet. And with its opening that vision becomes reality. The hotel’s location could not be more idyllic, situated as it is along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 4 km from Africa’s natural world wonder, Victoria Falls – so close, in fact, that on a clear, quiet day you can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from your room. The restaurant, located in the main structure, with a large al fresco dining area under a canopy of trees, has stunning garden views sweeping down to the Zambezi River. The cuisine reflects the natural setting, using fresh, local ingredients to create unique fusion fare. Set under a canopy of trees in the main area, the outdoor bar serves a selection of local and imported beverages, wines, cocktails, specialty coffees, and fresh fruit juices daily
Experience & Activities
Deemed Africa’s Adventure capital, Victoria Falls has everything to offer for travellers looking to fulfil their adrenaline bucket list including scenic helicopter flights above the Falls, highwire activities over the 120m gorge or white-water rafting the rapids below the World Wonders Waterfall. Immerse yourself within one of five National Parks located within 100km of Victoria Falls, and enjoy game viewing enclosed by untouched wilderness.
A complimentary shuttle bus runs on a regular basis throughout the day to transport guests between The Palm River Hotel and Victoria Falls Town, stopping at the key landmarks for guests’ convenience: the Victoria Falls Rainforest, Ilala Lodge Hotel and the various craft markets.
Accommodations
Deluxe Room
Well-appointed with modern international standard 4-star hotel furnishings, all deluxe rooms include a private balcony where guests can enjoy views of the Zambezi River and the gardens, a spacious bedroom with writing desk, fixed luggage storage, right and left bedside tables, bedside reading lights and a fully equipped tea and coffee station. The clean lines of the contemporary bathroom features an open and spacious shower, a double vanity for both guests to enjoy their own space and all the amenities necessary to compliment your stay. A generous fixed wardrobe space includes shelves and ample hanging space.
Fast Facts
Highlights
The hotel’s idyllic location, situated as on the banks of the Zambezi River, is only 4 km from the Falls
The Hotel is inspired by the architectural style of the Queenslander, distinct in its savvy use of timber and corrugated iron
Activities include river cruises, Victoria Falls tours, white water rafting, historic tours, national parks, and more
Quick facts
- 60 deluxe rooms, 2 honeymoon suites, 2 family suites, 3 executive suites, 1 presidential suite, and 1 villa
- Restaurant
- Outdoor bar
- Swimming pool
- International & USB charging points
- Conference and event facilities
- Victoria Falls Town shuttle
- Wifi
- Laundry
- Tours and activity desk