Day 1 - Johannesburg or nCape Town to Upington
Departing from Johannesburg or Cape Town, we all meet at Upington where we camp on the banks of the Orange River. D)
Stage highlights:
Upington.
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 2 - Fish River Canyon, Namibia
We enjoy the scenery of Namibia as we get our first taste of what the arid countryside looks like before arriving at the Fish River Canyon Enjoy watching the sunset over the canyon, the second largest in the world. (B,D)
Stage highlights:
The magnificient views from the edge of the Fish River Canyon.
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 3 - Aus, Namibia
This morning we explore the Canyon further, before taking a relaxed drive to Aus. We camp at Klein Aus a farm among the rocky hills and enjoy hikes while looking out for the desert "wild horses" (B,D)
Stage highlights:
Klein Aus
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 4 - Luderitz
We make our way to the ghost town of Kolmannskop and see where the desert has won. We continue to to fishing town of Luderitz, where an optional boat trip to the penguin colony can be enjoyed. We return to Aus for the night. (B,D)
Stage highlights:
Luderitz
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 5 & 6 - Sesriem
Sesriem issituated on the edge of the vast Namib desert. We visit the ancient Sesriem canyon and the famous dunes of Sossusvlei. The scenery of the dunes of Sesriem will leave you breathless. The dunes of Sossusvlei are the highest sand dunes in the world.(See if you can make it to the top!! (B,L,D)
Stage highlights:
The desert scenery will mesmerise you.
Stage duration:2 days
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Day 7 and 8 - Swakopmund, Namibia
We journey through the Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund. The lunar landscape appears as we get closer to the coast. We continue to Swakopmund where you can relax on the beach, or use the option to go deep sea fishing, quad biking or sand boarding on the dunes. (B)
Stage highlights:
Spend time at your leisure or partake in the numerous optional activities on offer.
Stage duration:2 days
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Day 9 - Cheetah Farm, Namibia
We head inland to the Cheetah Farm. We camp right next to the cheetah enclosure for a unique experience. (B,L,D)
Stage highlights:
Visit the cheetahs at the cheetah farm.
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 10 and 11 - Etosha National Park, Namibia
We enter the Etosha National Park which is centered on the Etosha Pan and is home to large populations of animals and birds. One night we camp at Okaukuejo, with its amazing water hole, where throughout the night animals come to drink. Our days are spent on game drives. (B,L,D)
Stage highlights:
Game viewing at the floodlit waterhole is a must.
Stage duration:2 days
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Day 12 - Windhoek
We head South to the capital city of Windhoek, where you can buy crafts and artifacts from the San and Heroro people. (B)
Stage highlights:
Windhoek City
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 13 - Maun, Botswana
Rising early, we cross into Botswana and make our way to Maun, the gateway to the Delta and our base for our excursion into the Okavango Delta. (B,D) 
Stage highlights:
Today we catch our first glimpse of the Okavango Delta.
Stage duration:1 day
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Days 14, 15 and 16 - Okavango Delta, Botswana
We transfer into the Delta by 4x4 and explore the waterways by mokoro (2 man dug out canoe). This is your opportunity to get back to nature. We camp on an island in the Delta and enjoy the evenings under the African skies. The days are spent on the mokoros and on walks in search of wildlife. On the last evening we camp in Maun. (B,L,D)
Stage highlights:
Excellent game viewing along the channels of the Delta.
Stage duration:3 days
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Day 17 - Chobe National Park, Botswana
Tonight we camp in Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River. Time is spent relaxing or enjoying an optional river cruise. (B,D)
Stage highlights:
The banks of the Chobe River are teeming with wildlife.
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 18 and 19 - Livingstone, Zambia
At Sunrise we do a 4x4 game drive into Chobe National Park. After breakfast we cross by the Kazangula Ferry into Zambia and travel to Livingstone, the Zambian side of the Victoria Falls. We do a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi from the Zambian side and you have the chance to go optional activities which include white water rafting, bungy jumping, microlighting, jetboating and of course visit the Falls. (B)
Stage highlights:
The 4 x 4 game drive in Chobe and heaps of adventure activities in Vic Falls.
Stage duration:2 days
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Day 20 - Franscistown, Botswana
Crossing back into Botswana we head to Francistown where we spend our final evening. (B,D)
Stage highlights:
Often elephant are seen on the drive to Francistown.
Stage duration:1 day
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Day 21 - Johannesburg
Today we make our way back to JHB. (B)
Stage highlights:
We say farewells at the end of the tour.
Stage duration:1 day
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Cost includes:-
All trips in this brochure include the services of an experienced Wagon Trails driver / guide, camping equipment (2 man dome tents & hiking mats), mobile safari kitchen, camping fees, all ground transportation and meals per itinerary.
Cost Excludes:-
Not included is your personal spending money, visa’s (if required), travel insurance, or a sleeping bag (these may be hired from us when you book).
Departure dates:-
07/12/2005, 04/01/2006, 01/02/2006, 01/03/2006, 05/04/2006, 03/05/2006, 07/06/2006, 05/07/2006, 02/08/2006, 06/09/2006, 04/10/2006, 01/11/2006, 06/12/2006, 03/01/2007, 07/02/2007
Baggage Limits:-
One backpack and one daypack
Age Limits:-
Minimum Age:- 16 Maximum Age:- 60
Passenger Limit:-
10
What to bring along:-
As per pre-departure information.
Price:-
The cost of the Pioneer Route 21 Days is ZAR 9195.00
Local Payment:-
US$ 510.00
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