Wings Over Botswana: Journeys For Women

After arriving, an Abercrombie & Kent representative transfers you to your hotel where you have some time to relax before dinner. Later this evening, meet your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner, where a professional photographer offers advice for the days ahead. The Westcliff D

Fly to Maun and embark on a cultural tour. Meet members of a traditional Sixaxa village for special insight into the lifestyle of these rural, indigenous people. Join them in discussions about life in the village and their views of child rearing, marriage, divorce and the chores and duties of various family members. Continue to Stanley's Camp, a small, luxurious camp hidden under a canopy of ebony and sausage trees on the southern tip of Chief's Island, where you have your first dinner in the bush. Sanctuary Baines' Camp B L D

Activities at Stanley's range from rides in a dugout canoe called a mokoro (seasonal), night game drives and bush walks, providing endless wildlife viewing options. Sightings of the rare and elusive wild dog and some of the best game viewing in the Okavango Delta make Stanley's Camp a prime destination. A unique feature of Stanley's is an educational experience with a group of semi-habituated African elephant. The vast African sky and the beauty of the delta provide a breathtaking setting as you enjoy a leisurely picnic under the shade of the sausage trees. Your picnic site overlooks a lagoon where elephant sometimes playfully bathe among the water lilies. Sanctuary Baines' Camp B L D

Fly to Chief 's Camp deep in the Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve. Known as the "predator capital" of Botswana, this region offers some of the finest game viewing in the region. Sanctuary Chief's Camp B L D

Game drives are an opportunity to spot leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion. Your specially designed safari vehicle is customized to offer exceptional views. This area is renowned for its large concentration of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and various predators. Add to that the 400 species of bird life, and you have the best gaming experience that Botswana can offer. Both white and black rhino - the latter among Africa's fastest-disappearing species - can be seen here. Sanctuary Chief's Camp B L D

After breakfast, fly northeast to Chobe National Park, covering diverse landscapes ranging from teak forests to floodplains and marshlands. Your exquisite lodge sits above the Chobe River, offering unparalleled, panoramic views across the islands and flood plains as far as Namibia. The lounge and dining room connect to spectacular outdoor viewing patios, and a range of spa treatments offer the perfect ending to a full day out in the bush. Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero B L D

Begin your day shortly after sunrise with a game drive that offers an opportunity to spot animals searching for breakfast. This afternoon, embark on a river cruise on a motorboat customized for a water safari. Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero B L D

Fly to Livingstone, crossing the border into Zambia. Your safari lodge, Sussi & Chuma, is named after David Livingstone's faithful friends and is located in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Settle in to one of 12 luxury tree houses built into the living canopy of giant ebony trees lining the bank; each unit has a private view of the Zambezi from its own deck among the branches. The main lodge features a spectacular raised bar/lounge deck, open air dining area and swimming pool sweeping down to the water's edge. While you are in Livingstone, visit a local market, village and orphanage to glimpse the local life of Zambian women. You may have lunch at a woman-owned restaurant. Embark on a guided walking tour of one of the great natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls. At times, the water flow can be up to 120 million gallons per minute and the roar of the falling water can be nearly as awe-inspiring as the view. The rainforest that veils the edge of the falls, the rising spray and the thundering roar of the water pounding against the ragged rocks all make for an unforgettable experience. In the twilight hours, cruise the Zambezi River while sipping a cocktail. Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma B L D

Fly to Johannesburg to connect with your international flight. The Premier Lounge is available to relax, compliments of A&K, before your homebound flight. B

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