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2 Nts Okavango Explorer Including Tsodilo Hills (Self-drive 2×4) – Askiesbos

2 Nts Okavango Explorer Including Tsodilo Hills (Self-drive 2×4) – Askiesbos

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Experience Botswana  – Beyond wildlife

Why we love it: Owner Run/Budget Friendly/Family Friendly/Fishing / Mokoro Experience
Optional Extras: Option for night on the House Boat depending on group size
Best Combined With: Maun Studios/
2 Night Big Game Safari (Budget) – Self Drive – Khwai Guest House
2 Night Desert Explorer (Budget Option B) – Boteti River Camp – Self Drive
2 Night Desert Explorer (Budget) – Planet Baobab – Self Drive
2 Night Maun (Budget) – Sedia Hotel

 

Seasons Date Price (pp sharing) Single supplement
Luxury Tent Jan – Dec 24 USD USD
River Tent Jan – Dec 24 USD USD
Child policy:

Includes:  Accommodation Only
Note: This is a self-drive package excluding car hire(available on request). Please see directions and estimated driving times under additional information.

Set in a lush riverine forest, under a beautiful canopy of indigenous trees, you'll find Samochima Bush Camp positioned along the banks of the Okavango, overlooking the papyrus beds and waterways of the Panhandle. The camp has a comfortable dining and lounge area, bar, fire pit and 5 tents with an outdoor shower and open-air toilets. This owner run property is perfect for families, small groups or individual travellers. Easy to find on a self-drive and has multiple in-house activities on offer. The natural beauty of this area is obvious, and the lure of birding, boating, fishing and sunset cruises draws most visitors to the area. However, for those interested in finding what lies beyond the surface, there are loads to discover.

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  • Destination
  • Included
    2 Nts Okavango Explorer Including Tsodilo Hills (Self-drive 2×4) – Askiesbos
  • Not Included
    3 Hr Maun Immersive Tour
    Breakfast
    Return Flights
    Accommodation (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
    Boat Cruise
    Laundry
    Park fees
    Activities
    Local drinks
    Meals
    Return Transfer
    Air-conditioned vehicle
    2 Waters pp
    Lunch Pack
    Curio purchases
    Hotel transfers (can be arranged at an additional cost)
    Water
    Departure Taxes
    Traditional snack and drink
    Entry Fees
    Scheduled Group Tour
    Personal Guide
    Breakfast
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Self Drive Directions To Askiesbos
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Self Drive Directions From Askiesbos
Please refer to additional tab for  detailed self drive directions

TOUR LOCATION

Before the Okavango River fans out into its familiar delta shape, its waters are channelled between parallel fault lines, this channel is commonly known as the Pan Handle, as the Delta takes on the appearance of a giant frying pan in the heart of the Kalahari. Permanent deep water has encouraged the growth of villages along the river on the western side, these communities are mainly fishermen and cattle farmers, offering a true glimpse of village life rarely seen by visitors to Botswana who normally frequent the wildlife areas only. The Panhandle contains huge areas of unspoiled wetlands and a number of well-established lodges on the western side, offer you the chance to experience exquisite birdlife, a huge population of hippos and some of the largest crocodiles in Africa. In general wildlife is less abundant so the focus is on water based activities - motorboating and fishing. The best time for fishing is September/October and the renowned Barbel Run’s, it’s a fascinating phenomenon where both serious fisherman and beginners, can try their luck at landing the legendary Tiger Fish. It is also possible to travel by road or boat to the eastern side where community based mokoro excursions are offered. The Pan Handle is in close proximity to the ‘must see’ world heritage site of Tsodilo Hills, the spiritual home of the San and Bantu people. Tsodilo features many well preserved specimens of 'rock art' and there is a small museum where it is possible to hire a local guide for a personal tour of this historical area.

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ADDITIONAL INFO

 
Askiesbos Overview Askiesbos Website
Area  Pan-Handle, Community area
Accommodation 15 Canvas Chalets / 1 Family
Age Restrictions All ages accepted
Campsites Available
Self-Drive Access Yes but strictly 4 x 4
Self-Catering Option Fully catered or self-catering optional
Charging Facilities & Wi-Fi Charging facilities Solar & limited Wi-Fi available
Pool Yes
Laundry Service Available Available for own account
Mosquito Nets Yes
Air-Cons or Fans Fans in tents
Activities Boat Cruise’s, Boat Hire, Fishing in season, Mokoro Trails, Helicopter Scenic flights
Water Levels in General Good all year, exact levels dependent on annual flood and local rains

DETAILED SELF DRIVE DIRECTIONS

Directions - Maun International Airport [MUB] to Askiesbos Okavango Delta

Distance: 368.44km Travel Time: 4:22 hours | GPS co-ordinates for Askiesbos Okavango Delta: S 18° 25' 46.751" E 21° 53' 39.029"

  •  Head southeast on Airport Rd toward Sir Seretse Khama Rd (0.3 km)
  •  Turn right onto Sir Seretse Khama Rd (0.9 km)
  •  At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Tsheke Tsheko Rd/Tsheko Tsheko Rd/A3. Continue to follow A3 (97.4 km)
  • Turn right onto A35 (268 km)
  • Turn right (0.6 km)
  •  Turn left (0.6 km)
  • Turn right (0.2 km)
  • Turn left (0.1 km)
  • Slight right (0.4 km)