Green Desert Expedition
RAIN MAKES THE DESERT GREEN - AND THE WILDLIFE ARRIVES!
This magnificent Exploration contrasts the sporadic rains of the Kalahari Desert with the always-fertile islands and waterways of the Okavango. It takes place during the Kalahari's most productive season, when it receives low rains and wildlife migrates in large numbers into the desert valleys. This precious water creates a short yet incredibly prolific wildlife-viewing period with concentrations of desert species and their young in the ancient river valleys of Deception Valley. An all-day game drive (or two) in the reserve adds immeasurably to the sightings of this abundance. Then, in a stunning contrast, the vibrant water wonderland of Xigera in the Okavango Delta is explored.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Drive to Deception Valley Lodge, Kalahari, just north of Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Days 2, 3, & 4 : Drive to camp in Deception Valley, Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Days 5 & 6: Drive to Maun, then fly to Xigera Camp, Okavango Delta
Day 7: Fly to Maun
Please note: This exploration only takes place between December to mid May. The addition of a Linyanti and a Livingstone camp after Xigera is highly recommended as it rounds off the impressions and diversity of the country.
This magnificent Exploration contrasts the sporadic rains of the Kalahari Desert with the always-fertile islands and waterways of the Okavango. It takes place during the Kalahari's most productive season, when it receives low rains and wildlife migrates in large numbers into the desert valleys. This precious water creates a short yet incredibly prolific wildlife-viewing period with concentrations of desert species and their young in the ancient river valleys of Deception Valley. An all-day game drive (or two) in the reserve adds immeasurably to the sightings of this abundance. Then, in a stunning contrast, the vibrant water wonderland of Xigera in the Okavango Delta is explored.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Drive to Deception Valley Lodge, Kalahari, just north of Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Days 2, 3, & 4 : Drive to camp in Deception Valley, Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Days 5 & 6: Drive to Maun, then fly to Xigera Camp, Okavango Delta
Day 7: Fly to Maun
Please note: This exploration only takes place between December to mid May. The addition of a Linyanti and a Livingstone camp after Xigera is highly recommended as it rounds off the impressions and diversity of the country.