The Makgadikgadi The Makgadikgadi is one of the most important wetland sites in Africa. Its huge salt pans remain dry and empty for much of the year, but during the rains ( beginning in mid- November) the Pans are transformed into great sheets of water, which attract vast fl ocks of fl amingos and other migratory birds. This is also the only area in southern Africa where it is possible to view a migration of tens of thousands of blue wildebeest and Burchell's zebra. Mammal ' specials' in the area include gemsbok, brown hyena and springbok. Nxai Pan HIGH Nxai Pan National Park adjoins Makgadikgadi Pans National Park on its northern border and is well known for its huge springbok population. Once the rains begin each November gemsbok, elephant and zebras migrate to the region in signifi cant numbers. Situated in the tree line, Nxai Pan Camp has eight tented desert rooms; all rooms have thatched roofs and insulation so it is cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Meno a Kwena Tented Camp MID Meno a Kwena means " tooth of the crocodile" and this traditional safari camp is located on a cliff top about 30 metres above the bank of the now dry Boteti River above a beautiful waterhole. It is a simple, straight forward camp with good game- viewing opportunities in vehicles, on foot and from the relaxing surroundings of camp itself. 36 SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Depart UK for Livingstone ( via Johannesburg) Day 2 Livingstone, 2- nights, Tongabezi Lodge. Enjoy river trips, bird- watching and visits to Victoria Falls ( BLD) Day 4 Impalila Island, 3- nights, Impalila Island Lodge. Safaris by boat in northern Chobe, and on foot ( BLD) Day 7 Chobe, 3- nights, Muchenje Safari Lodge. Walking safaris, game drives and night drives ( BLD) Day 10 Depart for the UK ( B) Day 11 Arrive home Departure dates Daily, throughout the year Cost per person From £ 3295 ( Jan - Mar, Apr - May), £ 3195 ( mid - end Mar), £ 3449 ( May - June), £ 3749 ( July - Sept), £ 3849 ( Sept - Oct) What's included Flights, transfers, meals as indicated, eight nights lodge accommodation, guided activities WATERWAYS AND BIG GAME This wonderful short itinerary combines the very best and perhaps least visited parts of Namibia and Botswana with the mighty Victoria Falls. Whether you want to enjoy river trips, walking safaris, night drives or simply relaxing by the side of the great Zambezi River, this is the safari of a lifetime. TAILOR- MADE Talk to an expert 0845 130 6982 Fact! Botswana can easily be combined with the Caprivi Strip, Namibia; it's a hidden gem rich in wildlife and with low visitor numbers, you will have a great experience here. See itinerary below and page 42. SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Depart UK for Maun Day 2 Okavango Delta, 2- nights, Kwara Camp. Game drives and night drives here. This is good leopard and lion country ( BLD) Day 4 Kwando River, 2- nights, Lagoon Camp. Huge herds of elephants and buffalos and great opportunities to see wild dog ( BLD) Day 6 Susuwe Island, 2- nights, Susuwe Island Lodge. Outstanding birdwatching, great game-viewing and river safaris ( BLD) Day 8 Impalila Island, 2- nights, Impalila Island Lodge. Light- aircraft fl ight up the Zambezi and safaris by boat in northern Chobe ( BLD) Day 10 Depart for the UK ( B) Day 11 Arrive home Departure dates Daily, throughout the year Cost per person From £ 4795 ( Jan - Apr), £ 4695 ( May - June), £ 6325 ( July), £ 6195 ( Aug - Sept) What's included Flights, transfers, meals as indicated, eight nights lodge accommodation, guided activities FIVE RIVERS SAFARI This is a safari to a really special and remote part of Africa. It delves into the ' corners' of southern Africa and visits some less- visited places. It is a combination of the wilds of Botswana with the intimacy of tucked away Namibia. TAILOR- MADE

SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Depart UK for Maun Day 2 Arrive and transfer to your camp for the night ( B) Day 3 Transfer to Mena a Kwena camp to begin your Water for Life volunteer programme. On a day- by- day basis you will be involved with wildlife management projects, school environmental education, community and research projects, and helping around the camp. Your accommodation is in safari tents, next to the main camp ( BLD) Day 16 Maun, 1- night, Crocodile Camp ( B) Day 17 Depart for the UK ( B) Day 18 Arrive home Departure dates Fortnightly, throughout the year Cost per person From £ 3059 ( Jan - Mar, mid Sep - Oct), £ 2975 ( mid Mar - Sept) What's included Flights, transfers, meals as indicated, fi fteen nights tented camp, guided activities WATER FOR LIFE A unique opportunity to get involved in a most worthwhile project, which aims to conserve wildlife through education and local community involvement. Meno a Kwena camp is located on the edge of Makgadikgadi Pans, near to tribal communities. You'll help to improve conditions for the local wildlife, particularly with water and grazing, with a hands- on approach and various activities. TAILOR- MADE AFRICA | BOTSWANA Or visit us on the web www. wildlifeworldwide. com37 ITINERARY Day 1 Depart London for Livingstone ( via Johannesburg) Day 2 Victoria Falls, 1- night, Chundukwa. Guided tour of Victoria Falls and a chance to relax at one of the great wonders of the world ( BLD) Day 3 Chobe National Park & Linyanti Concession, 3- nights, tented camp. Drive to Chobe, take a river cruise then drive to the Linyanti ( BLD) Day 6 Okavango Delta, 2- nights, Lechwe Island Camp. Fly into the Okavango Delta. then explore! ( BLD) Day 8 Moremi Game Reserve, 3- nights, camping. Exciting light aircraft fl ight then wildlife- viewing by mokoro and on foot ( BLD) Day 11 Light aircraft to Maun heading home ( via Johannesburg) ( B) Day 12 Arrive home Please note, on some dates this tour also operates in reverse. HIGHLIGHTS OF BOTSWANA AND VICTORIA FALLS Highlights . Visit the mighty Victoria Falls . Travel through Botswana's fi nest game- viewing areas . Explore private reserves This tour is a real treat! The guides are excellent, the vehicles are fi rst- rate and the camps are extremely comfortable. It takes in all of the key areas of northern Botswana for game-viewing including some exclusive private reserves, so the photographic opportunities are excellent. GROUP TOUR Departure dates Frequent departures throughout the year Flight inclusive cost per person From £ 3659 Single room supplement From £ 405 What's included Flights ( fl ight inclusive package only), transfers, meals as indicated, one night hotel accommodation and eight nights tented camp Tour code WBBH Max group size 8 Maun Chobe National Park ZAMBIA MOREMI GAME RESERVE BOTSWANA VICTORIA FALLS ( LIVINGSTONE) Kasane LINYANTI Okavango Delta