Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park is the country’s largest game reserve boasting one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Situated on the easternmost edge of the Kalahari Desert, its sandy soils harbour extensive stands of broad-leafed woodland. The private Linkwasha concession, located in the south-eastern corner of Hwange, is one of the most abundant areas of the Park due to its diverse range of habitats: teak and false mopane woodlands, dry acacia scrub interspersed with pans and vast, palm-fringed plains.
Hwange Walking Safari sets out to explore this richly diverse area by foot; interspersed with the occasional game drive to ensure you get the most out of your time in Hwange. The Hwange Walking Safari offers an authentic safari experience that will leave you feeling like a participant in nature rather than a spectator. Key species that can be seen along the way include elephant, buffalo, sable, roan, giraffe, wildebeest, gemsbok, lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah. Birding is also fantastic in the area with the likes of Dickinson’s Kestrel, Bradfield’s Hornbill, Racket-tailed Roller and Arnot’s Chat occurring.
Highlights
Access to the private, wildlife-rich Linkwasha Concession is exclusively for Wilderness Safaris guests.
The highest densities of large mammals in Hwange are found in the Linkwasha Concession, due to its rich habitat diversity.
Walks provide one with a sense of immersion into nature, excitement and adventure, while game drives offer the opportunity to explore further afield.
Nights spent in dome tents under the stars with access to viewing platforms create a nostalgic sense of safari. They offer a truly wild and authentic feel.
We begin and end our journey at Wilderness Safaris camps, framing the adventure with indulgence and luxury, especially at Linkwasha Camp, our grand finale.
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FI: Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities |
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10 Jul 2020 |
14 Jul 2020 |
From $ 3374 Per Person Sharing |
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13 Aug 2020 |
17 Aug 2020 |
From $ 3374 Per Person Sharing |
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5 Sep 2020 |
9 Sep 2020 |
From $ 3374 Per Person Sharing |
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Price
Fast Facts
Includes
Excludes
Additional Information
Price
2020 Season:
US$ 3,374 per person
Fast Facts
5 Days / 4 Nights
Reference Number: BWS02
Special Interests: Walking Safari, Wilderness area, Classic Tented, Hwange National Park
Includes
ROAD TRANSFER:
- Return road transfer from Likwasha Airstrip
ACCOMMODATION:
- 1 night, Davison's Camp (FI)
- 2 nights, Ngamo Plains Trails Camp (FB+)
- 1 night, Linkwasha Camp (FI)
GENERAL:
Accommodation on a per person sharing basis,
All meals from dinner on Day 1 to the end of the scheduled safari,
A reasonable amount of soft drinks, mineral water, fruit juice, house wine and beer, as well as local spirits such as gin and Amarula,
National Park fees,
All airstrip road transfers and scheduled activities.
VAT
Excludes
All flights,
Visas,
Compulsory comprehensive insurance, a
Al relevant entry and departure Government taxes,
All personal purchases (including curios, spirit liquors, telephone calls, etc.),
Laundry,
Gratuities,
Optional extra activities,
Pre and post safari tours,
All other travel arrangements.
Additional Information
Welcome to Explorations! We look forward to hosting you and in order to ensure that you have the best experience possible, we ask that you read the following information carefully. Should you have any additional questions or require clarification, please contact your travel consultant.
Group Size
This safari is guaranteed on a scheduled departure basis with a maximum group size of seven guests and a minimum number of two guests.
Tailored Explorations
Private and flexible tailor-made safaris are possible, allowing for flexibility on dates, accommodation and itineraries. Suitable for small groups of between four and eight guests, these are also ideal for families.
Exclusivity
To ensure as much privacy and exclusivity as possible, the areas in which we travel are private concessions in prime locations. Ngamo Plains campsite is private and for the use of Exploration guests only, while Davisons Camp and Linkwasha camp and road transfers are shared with other guests.
Itineraries
The route we follow is flexible, changing with the seasons to maximize the experience for the guest. Wilderness Explorations also reserves the right to change itineraries due to unusual game concentrations or reasons beyond our control. If there is a change to itinerary, this will be advised as timeously as is possible.
Staff
We will have two to three camp assistants in addition to the guide at Ngamo Plains campsite.
Dietary Requirements & Special Occasions
Please ensure that full dietary requirements and special occasions are advised at the time of your booking confirmation.
Travelling Companions
Whilst travelling on this safari you will be with other guests doing the same itinerary and some of the camps included on the itinerary are not exclusive to the Exploration hence you will be with other guests who are from different parts of the world and who are of various ages. To get the most out of your safari experience, co-operation and harmony between you and your fellow guests is essential.
Age Limit
Children from the age of 13 years are welcome on this scheduled departure, with the prerequisite that all children between the ages of 13 and 17 years share the same tent with a related adult as a safety precaution. Regrettably we are unable to take children under 13 years as the minimum age for walking activities is 13 years.
Connection onto the safari:
The safari and services of the guide start on Day 1 as per the brochure and detailed itinerary. All scheduled flights must coincide with the start and end point of the particular Exploration that you have booked. This Exploration starts and ends at Linkwasha Airstrip. If arrival is planned for the day of the safari’s departure, please ensure the arrival is at Linkwasha Airstrip at ±15:30 latest. Arrival on a later flight may necessitate additional road or air transfers, or even an overnight (as departure for the first camp/lodge will already have taken place), subject to extra cost.
Connection leaving the safari:
Please ensure that your departure charter out of Linkwasha Airstrip is booked for 10h10. For earlier or later departure flights, an additional transfer will be required to arrive for this connection. This will be subject to an additional charge
Inclusions on the Safari (as per the detailed itinerary provided)
All accommodation as specified in the detailed itinerary
All meals
All soft drinks, beer, fruit juice, mineral water and house wine, as well as small selection of local liquors
Road transfers from/to Linkwasha airstrip
Exclusions on the Safari (as per the detailed itinerary provided)
Visas
All relevant entry and departure government stipulated fees/taxes and unexpected increases thereto
All personal purchases, including curios, premium brand liquors, telephone calls, etc.
Any pre- and/or -post tour arrangements
Optional extra activities/services not included in the detailed itinerary
Laundry
All flights (other than specified)
Gratuities
Please ensure you have a sufficient amount of US Dollars/Euro in cash of small denominations, as it can be difficult to get any US$ or Euros outside of major centres. We suggest that you allow for US$ 25.00 per day to cover the cost of basic souvenirs (within reason), and more for high valued souvenirs.
Torches/Flashlights
As all campsites in Botswana are unfenced, it is essential that you bring a good torch as you may encounter wild animals in camp at night. We suggest at least a two D-cell torch/flashlight and a head lamp. You should also bring a spare globe and batteries as they are often unobtainable locally. A good flashlight is not a mini-Maglight or a small penlight flashlight. Wilderness Explorations does not supply flashlights
Photographic & Video Tips
Camera battery charging facilities: There are no charging facilities at Ngamo Plains campsite. Spare batteries are essential (we recommend that you bring three spare batteries) and an image storage device of some sort is recommended. Make certain you have enough card storage – most people take more photographs than expected. Charging facilities are available at Davison’s Camp and Linkwasha Camp.
Tipping/Gratuities
Tipping is not compulsory. If, however, you would like to tip because you have received good service, we have enclosed a brief guideline to assist you. You may wish to add a nominal amount ranging between US$ 10.00 to US$ 30.00 per day for incidentals (subject to personal budget choice) – i.e. if additional activities are booked once on your journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.
Explorations Guides: US$ 15.00 – US$ 20.00 per guest per day
Camp Staff: US$ 10.00 per guest per day
We would like to emphasise that tipping is definitely not a requirement and should be undertaken only by choice, dependent on the service received.
