DAY
1
You
will be met at Maun airport and, after clearing
customs and immigration you will be flown
into Abu Camp. The elephant back safaris are
based at Abu Camp on the western side of the
Okavango Delta. Set in half a million acres
of private concession, this tranquil shady
corner of heaven is in a pristine wilderness,
threaded by crystal waters. Surrounded by
open grasslands, island sanctuaries and the
papyrus-fringed channels, which make this
part of Africa unique, Abu Camp is the perfect
spot from which to explore the mysteries and
magnificence of this ancient land. Abu Camp's
atmosphere is that of the ultimate house party
created each week for ten guests. A ratio
of four staff to each guest ensures the best
of attention and service. Accommodation is
in luxurious custom-designed tents, raised
on teak decking and overlooking a lagoon.
The tents, described as Bedouin influence
meets the African bush, have fully zipped
entrances, and roll down canvas on the windows.
All the tents are beautifully and individually
furnished with mahogany four-poster beds or
antique sleigh beds. Each tent has an en-suite
bathroom complete with copper or porcelain
baths, shower and flush toilet. Every tent
has a different style but all reflect the
very high standard that defines Abu Camp.
DAY
2
(Day
2 – 5) At Abu Camp, guests are transported
in large comfortable custom-made saddles into
the shimmering watercolour of the Delta, on
the most effective of all 4x4's. An elephant
not only is able to cope in water and sand
with equal ease, but can also get really close
to other game, which is generally unaware
of the human presence aloft. But the real
kick lies in the extraordinary experience
of the elephant perspective, walking beside
them or riding high through the bush, at one
with the largest ears, the longest noses in
the world. The youngsters cavort and roll
in the water, wander off, and come charging
back. The adults amble quietly on, browsing,
snapping off the odd branch to munch on as
they go. Expressive long-lashed eyes reveal
patience, mischief and pleasure. The Ultimate
Safari.
DAY
3
As
per day 2
DAY
4
As
per day 2
DAY
5
As
per day 2
DAY
6
After
morning activities and a hearty breakfast
or brunch you will be flown back to Maun Airport
by light aircraft where this safari ends.
