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Fly Me Around Botswana
We hope that this example holiday will give you give some inspiration to help you begin to plan your own dream holiday to Africa.
The next couple of pages show a summary of the itinerary, followed by a detailed page on each destination.
Important travel information for visitors to Botswana is included at the back of this document.
All the holidays we offer to our clients are tailor-made so we can adjust this trip to fit in with your travel dates, interests, preferred accommodation...and of course your budget.
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Holiday Destination: Holiday to Botswana for 7 nights
Passengers: 2 Adults
Example Cost for 2 Adults: * per person sharing.
*Excludes international flights from your home country - please ask us if you would like us to include these for you.
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Arrive into Maun Airport. You will be met and assisted with the check in for your flight across to the Delta.
Light Aircraft Transfer (Light Aircraft): Fly from Maun Airport (MUB) to Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
You will be met at the airstrip and transferred to your camp. AndBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp is located in a 25,000 hectare exclusive wildlife concession on the edge of the Okavango Delta, bordering the Moremi Game Reserve. Ideally positioned to explore the magnificence of the Okavango, the camp is known for its elegant tented accommodation, which boasts breath-taking views of
the ever-changing Delta. Private bush dinners, breakfasts in bed, lamplit cocktails on a river island or a walking safari with al fresco picnic are all provided with pleasure by
Nxabega's warm and friendly staff.
After a morning safari activity (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airstrip.
Light Aircraft Transfer (Light Aircraft): Fly from Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp to Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
You will be met at the airstrip and transferred to your camp. Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp enjoys luxurious solitude on its own Delta island within an exclusive 272,500 hectare wildlife concession. During your stay here, experience guided walking safaris, interpretive game drives, helicopter flights, and seasonal water-based experiences including motorised boat, traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) and fishing excursions.
After a morning safari activity (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airstrip where you will board a helicopter to take you to your next camp.
Helicopter Horizons (Helicopter): Fly from Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp to Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
Set in a cool forest canopy of wild palms and gnarled fig trees, AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge looks out over spectacular Delta views. Situated on a private concession, Sandibe has exclusive traversing rights over 22,500 hectares of wildlife land adjacent to the Moremi Game Reserve. Boasting one of the best wildlife experiences in the Delta, the lodge combines a magnificent natural location with an unusual yet beautiful design.
After a morning safari activity (time permitting) and breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airstrip.
Light Aircraft Transfer (Light Aircraft): Fly from Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge to Maun Airport (MUB) - arrival and departure times to be confirmed
You will be met at Maun Airport and assisted with the check in for your onward flight.
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AndBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp
Okavango Delta: 2 Nights
A wetland wilderness of looping channels, islands forested with palms and wide grassy floodplains, the Okavango Delta is home to a magnificent array of wild animals and exceptional birdlife. AndBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp is located on the edge of the Delta in a 25,000 hectare exclusive private wildlife concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve.
Meaning 'Place of the Giraffe', Nxabega is ideally positioned for guests to explore the magnificence of this wonderful area on twice-daily game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles led by experienced guides. Exciting spotlit night game-drives may reveal hunting prides of lion or the elusive leopard and other nocturnal creatures. If water levels are high enough, mokoro and powerboat excursions are offered too. Great fishing occurs from March to December, with an abundance of bream, catfish, tilapia, and the predatory tiger fish being a popular catch.
The heart of Nxabega lies in its handsome living and dining areas, where burnished teak floors and a steeply pitched thatch roof frame a lofty and comfortable space. The guest areas include indoor and outdoor dining areas and a well-stocked Safari Shop. The camp’s extensive pool area offers salas for shade, and comfortable loungers positioned to make the most of the beautiful views. A dedicated massage sala allows guests to enjoy a decadent treatment in a private setting that plays on the tranquil environment. The spectacular open air boma is used for starlight night time dining.
Guests can also enjoy exciting bush picnics in surprise settings, breakfast in bed, lamplit cocktails on a river island, or a walking safari with tasty picnic - all provided with pleasure by Nxabega's warm and friendly staff.
The camp is known for its elegant tented accommodation. Raised on wooden platforms, the 9 spacious tented suites let in the sights and sounds of the African bush and have light and earthy interiors. Front-facing beds make the most of the sensational reed-filled floodplain. The beautiful bathrooms come complete with indoor and al fresco showers, and there is also a sprawling veranda with a spacious sitting area and a private sala.
Two interleading luxury tents make up a family tent, ensuring a magical multi-generational travel experience for all.
Example Details For AndBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp
Nights:
2 Nights
Adults:
2
Children:
0
Room:
1 x Tent
Includes:
All meals; tea/coffee; house wines, local branded spirits and beers, soft drinks and bottled water; 2 scheduled daily shared game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle accompanied by an experienced ranger and tracker OR mokoro trips (dugout canoes); interpretive nature walks daily (one hour) accompanied by an experienced armed tracker; and a laundry/valet service are included.
Please Note: As the animals are wild, it is not possible to guarantee what you will see during your safari.
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AndBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp
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AndBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp
Okavango Delta: 2 Nights
Unobtrusive and constructed to "float" in its secluded location in the clear waters, AndBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp is superbly located to explore the fascinating and fragile Okavango ecosystem. It is the only camp in a 272,500 hectare concession and is only reachable by boat during the high water season (from May to September).
With very few vehicles sharing the concession, game viewing here is remote and secluded. Sensitive off-road driving practices in 4x4 vehicles out onto the savanna grasslands allow guests to get up close to the area’s exceptional wildlife. Lion, cheetah, leopard and African wild dog share the floodplains with large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as ostrich, tsessebe and roan antelope. The afternoon drives continue after night, allowing for an opportunity to see the many animals that are more active after sunset, including leopard and serval. Lion also frequently hunt at night and there is always a chance of coming upon them feeding on a kill.
During the high water season, guests can enjoy a safari excursion on a mokoro, gliding silently through the maze like channels and shallow lagoons of the Delta. You will see many animals that feed on the grass and reeds on the palm islands here such as lechwe, sitatunga, elephant, hippo and crocodile. Game viewing is also offered during these months in motorised boats, allowing you to cover more ground and see more of the landscape. Fishing excursions on a 'catch and release' basis can also be arranged. Guided bush walks and helicopter flights are also experiences not to be missed during your stay here.
The overall atmosphere of the camp is cool, light and airy, in keeping with the gentle beauty of its environment.
There are 9 sleek tented suites, made out of canvas and bleached wood to echo the shimmering watery surrounds. The suites have en-suite bathrooms with luxuriant baths as well as indoor and al fresco showers and large private plunge pools. A romantic sala on your private deck provides a contemplative space with a view to either read a book, nap or listen to the birdlife in paradise.
The intimate main guest areas boasts a spacious reading area, perfect for afternoon relaxation. The elevated dining area features shady verandas with mesmerising views leading out onto an open-air boma where exotic candlelit dinners are served beneath the stars.
Example Details For AndBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp
Nights:
2 Nights
Adults:
2
Children:
0
Room:
1 x Safari Tent
Includes:
3 meals daily; soft drinks, house wines, local branded spirits and beers; tea/coffee; refreshments on game drives; a laundry service; shared safari activities; and transfers to and from the lodge airstrip are included.
Children aged 16 years and older can participate in guided walks and mokoro excursions. For all walking activities a medical certificate is required for guests aged 60 years and over.
Please Note: As the animals are wild, it is not possible to guarantee what you will see during your safari.
Location
Travel Butlers Ltd
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The Common, Cranleigh
Surrey GU6 8RZ, United Kingdom
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AndBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp
Travel Butlers Ltd
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AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Okavango Delta: 3 Nights
AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge is set on a permanent channel of the magnificent Okavango Delta. Situated on a private concession, Sandibe has exclusive traversing rights over 22,500 hectares of wildlife land adjacent to the game-rich Moremi Game Reserve.
Behind the lodge, golden-grassed floodplains stretch into the distance, framed by lush palm islands and the spires of giant termite mounds.
Sandibe is surrounded by an abundant array of wildlife and throughout the year, and guests are enchanted by the changing moods of the Delta. Larger herbivores, including elephant and large herds of buffalo, move in and out of the area. Lion prides, cheetah, leopard and African wild dog may be encountered, and hippos reside in deeper channels and lagoons. while honeybadgers can be seen in broad daylight. The tall termite mounds are homes for families of dwarf and banded mongoose. Through exhilarating game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles and interpretive bush walks, the professional guides share the wonder of this wetland wilderness.
Guided walking safaris will make your senses come alive. Discover the complexities of tracking - how every bent blade of grass and imprint in the soil has a meaning, observe how your guide interprets the signs and sounds of the bush, smell and taste wild herbs as your guide explains their traditional uses, and explore the small miracles of the bush, from the magnificent tapestry of a spider’s web to the microscopic world of the dung beetle. Watch for the iridescent flight-sparkle of the lilac breasted roller or look out for the bright red bill of a grey-headed kingfisher, as it perches silently on a branch watching the ground for insects or small lizards.
Drawing its inspiration from nature, andBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge features breathtaking architecture that is serene, earthy and organic. Boasting a modern style that blends perfectly with the environment, 12 elegant suites are elevated above the landscape and feature magnificent Delta views, as well as private plunge pools, cosy fireplaces and secluded nooks. Two of the suites are interleading, making this an ideal option for families as it can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (3 on special request).
An interactive kitchen creates delicious meals, while a beautifully situated massage sala offers a selection of relaxing massages.
Example Details For AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Nights:
3 Nights
Adults:
2
Children:
0
Room:
1 x Suite
Includes:
All meals; local branded alcoholic and soft drinks; and shared morning/afternoon game drives are included.
Please Note: As the animals are wild, it is not possible to guarantee what you will see during your safari.
Location
Travel Butlers Ltd
Astra House
The Common, Cranleigh
Surrey GU6 8RZ, United Kingdom
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AndBeyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Travel Butlers Ltd
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The Common, Cranleigh
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Important Travel Information For Botswana
Passport, Visa and Entry Requirements
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For up-to-date travel information from the UK government, please check:
Normally, holders of the following passports do not require a visa to enter Botswana when travelling as a tourist for stays up to 90 days:
United Kingdom; United States of America; Canada; Australia; New Zealand; Ireland; Belgium; Netherlands; Italy; France; Germany; Norway; Spain; South Africa.
If you are a passport holder from another country, you can check to see if you require a visa and apply for an eVisa here: https://evisa.gov.bw/#/home.
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Botswana and have sufficient blank pages for the Botswana entry/exit stamps (at least 2).
TRAVELLING TO/FROM BOTSWANA WITH CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN 18 YEARS OF AGE AT DATE OF TRAVEL: The following requirements apply regardless of nationality.
Parents travelling with children must produce an unabridged birth certificate for the child, showing full details of the child's parents. If the birth certificate is in a language other than English, it must be accompanied by a sworn translation issued by a competent authority in the country concerned.
If the child is adopted, the adoption certificate must be produced.
If only one parent is travelling, said parent must also show consent in the form of an affidavit from the other parent named on the birth certificate authorising the child to travel (the affidavit must be no more than 6 months old from the date of travel), or a court order granting full parental responsibilities to the travelling parent, or (where applicable) a death certificate for the deceased parent. Legally separated parents should also provide a court order when the other parent does not give consent.
Where a person is travelling with a child who is not their biological child, he/she must produce an unabridged birth certificate for the child supplemented by affidavits from the child's parents/legal guardian giving consent for the child to travel and copies of the identity documents or passport of the parents/legal guardian PLUS their contact details.
There are also additional rules for unaccompanied minors - available on request.
PLEASE NOTE: All documents must be original - PHOTOCOPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTED. In the case of foreign countries that do not issue unabridged birth certificates, a letter to this effect issued by the competent authority of the foreign country should be produced.
For more information, please contact your local Botswana High Commission.
IMPORTANT: Plastic bags are banned in Botswana. This ban is primarily aimed to reduce plastic in commercial use (as opposed to tourists bringing in plastic bags to carry personal property), however, we would strongly recommend guests avoid bringing plastic bags into the country if possible.
PLEASE NOTE: Countries can change their entry requirements at any time. Travel Butlers try to ensure that the information displayed here is correct, but the onus remains with the traveller to verify the information with the relevant High Commission or Embassy and ensure that they can comply with the applicable entry requirements.
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Important Travel Information For Botswana
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Medical
You are advised to contact your doctor or clinic around 4-8 weeks before your trip to check whether you need any vaccinations and to get their professional medical advice regarding travel to Botswana.
To help prevent diarrhoea, avoid tap water – drink only bottled water and use bottled water for tooth brushing, and avoid ice made with tap water – and only eat fruit or vegetables that are cooked or can be peeled.
To help avoid heatstroke, drink plenty of bottled water/fluids, and keep out of the midday sun.
There is a risk of malaria in the northern half of Botswana, including Chobe and the Okavango Delta, particularly during the months of November to June - check with your doctor about suitable antimalarial tablets. Try to avoid mosquito bites wherever possible - wear loose long-sleeved clothing and trousers, and use a repellent on clothing and exposed skin.
There is no risk of yellow fever in Botswana, so a yellow fever vaccination is NOT required for travellers whose sole destination is Botswana. However, in accordance with International Health Regulations, Botswana requires all travellers over one year of age arriving from a yellow fever risk country, or having been in transit longer than 12 hours at the airport of such a country, to have a yellow fever certificate. These countries include Kenya and Uganda but it is up to the traveller to check the full list here https://nathnacyfzone.org.uk/factsheet/60/yellow-fever-maps
Languages And Culture
English is the official language of Botswana and widely spoken with all guides and general staff in camps and lodges having a good command. In the broader population, however, not everyone will speak English fluently as many have grown up speaking different tribal languages.
We would ask that all travellers are respectful of the local culture as follows:
Although homosexuality is no longer prohibited by law in Botswana, public attitudes are less tolerant and public displays of affection may attract negative attention. Whilst everyone is of course entitled to their own sexual preferences and gender identity, we would advise all clients of the LGBT+ community to refrain from public displays of affection (including kissing and holding hands) and to be as discrete as possible about their relationship.
You should always ask permission before taking anyone’s photograph. Taking photographs of military and government buildings is prohibited.
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Book With Confidence
Travel Butlers have 20 years experience of booking travel to Africa and the Indian Ocean for clients from all around the world. In this time we have supported clients through disruptions caused by numerous unexpected events including natural disasters, localised disease outbreaks and airline cancellations. Nobody can be certain exactly what will happen in the future, however Travel Butlers can offer you peace of mind and flexibility to ensure that you feel confident booking a holiday with us.
Flexibility and peace of mind before you travel
Our team are specialists in travel to Africa and the Indian Ocean, and we are constantly monitoring the changing situation regarding travel to the region. If your trip cannot go ahead due to specific travel restrictions related to Covid-19 then we will get in touch to offer you the choice of the following:
Postponing to a later date
Switching to another destination
Receiving a full refund of all monies paid to Travel Butlers for the trip, providing the balance due has been paid in full
The specific Covid-19 travel restrictions are defined as follows:
The UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel or your booked country is placed on the red list
The government in your country of residence (non-UK residents) restricts all but essential travel
The destination you are travelling to has entry restrictions in place that prohibit you travelling, such as closed borders or extended quarantine requirements
International flights are cancelled without alternative routing available for you to use to reach the destinations in the itinerary
We would not normally be able to confirm that your trip cannot proceed due to travel restrictions until a couple of weeks before the start of your trip, however should you want to look at postponing or altering your trip before then we would aim to be as flexible as possible.
If we confirm that your trip is unable to proceed due to Covid-19 travel restrictions, then we will not charge you an amendment fee if you choose to postpone your trip or move it to another destination. We may need to adjust the cost of your trip to reflect the new dates, particularly if those coincide with a more expensive season of travel or higher grade of accommodation. Equally, if the cost of your postponed trip is less, we will reduce the cost accordingly.
You should still take out travel insurance that includes Covid-19 to cover you in the event that your trip can go ahead but you are unable to travel due to illness or a change in your personal circumstances. If there are no travel restrictions in place that mean your trip could not go ahead but you need to cancel due to illness or a change in your personal circumstances then our normal terms and conditions would apply. You should ensure that your travel insurance provides adequate cover for cancelling due to illness, including Covid-19, and you may be able to make a claim against your travel insurance depending on the cover offered by your policy.
Support whilst you are away
We offer 24/7 telephone assistance to all our clients whilst they are away, and also have partners in each country that are able to assist with any PCR tests or other issues that might arise during your trip.
If you fall ill whilst you are away, or if your trip is disrupted due to Covid-19 whilst you are travelling, then our experienced team will be on hand to assist you in whatever way you need. You would need to pay any additional costs incurred due to illness or travel disruption whilst you are away, however you may be able reclaim these expenses on your travel insurance depending on the cover offered by your policy. Travel Butlers will be able to assist by providing supporting documentation for your claim.
Financial protection for your Travel Butlers holiday
All of the holidays we sell are 100% financially protected through our ATOL and ABTOT bonding so your money is in safe hands when you book a Travel Butlers holiday. Furthermore, our business is well positioned to navigate through the challenges which the travel industry is currently facing.
Finding suitable travel insurance that covers Covid-19
You can now get insurance that offers cover for disruption related to Covid-19, and these policies could include cover for:
cancellation if you or anyone covered by the policy gets a positive coronavirus test in the two weeks before you travel
medical costs if you get coronavirus while you are away
additional transport and/or accommodation expenses if you fall ill with coronavirus while you are away
Not all policies offer this kind of cover, not necessarily even all policies from the same provider, so you should ensure you check the policy details carefully before buying your insurance.
Travel Butlers have 20 years experience of booking travel to Africa and the Indian Ocean for clients from all around the world. In this time we have supported clients through disruptions caused by numerous unexpected events including natural disasters, localised disease outbreaks and airline cancellations. Nobody can be certain exactly what will happen in the future, however Travel Butlers can offer you peace of mind and flexibility to ensure that you feel confident booking a holiday with us.