We've selected seven of the best wildlife areas and exclusive tented camps and lodges in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Mozambique and Malawi. Choose two or more and create the safari of your dreams!
New for 2008!
Explore the pristine Bazaruto Archipelago, a protected national park where low-impact eco-lodges overlook azure seas that are ideal for snorkeling and whale watching. You’ll enjoy relaxing on the white sand beaches or choose from a variety of outdoor activities, including some of the world’s best diving, a range of water sports, horseback riding, island drives, and ocean cruises. Accommodations are at Indigo Bay Island Resort & Spa.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore Bazaruto Island, dotted by traditional fishing villages and where dolphins, turtles, and rare dugong populate the seas
Other "Build Your Own" Private Adventures:
- South Africa: Cape Town: Between Mountain & Ocean
- South Africa: Kruger National Park, "Big Five" Heaven!" Private Adventure
- Botswana: The Kalahari Desert Private Adventure
- Botswana: Okavango & Linyanti Flying Safari Private Adventure
- Namibia: Exploring the Sand Dunes of Sossusvlei Private Adventure
- Namibia: The Skeleton Coast Private Adventure
- Zambia: Kafue National Park Private Adventure
- Malawi: Lake Malawi Private Adventure
- Overview: "Build Your Own Southern Africa Dream Trip!"
DAY 1
Arrive in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, and fly to Vilanculos. Transfer to the Bazaruto Archipelago by boat and plane and continue to Indigo Bay Island Resort & Spa, located on the west side of Bazaruto Island in a protected bay.
DAY 2-3
Enjoy a range of activities: located in a proclaimed Marine National Park, Bazaruto Island offers a true, unspoiled African island experience, from miles of sandy white beaches, crystal clear azure seas, superb coral reefs and dive sites, soaring sand dunes and exuberant bird life, to abundant marine life, including sea turtles and the rare and near-extinct dugong, the ocean-going version of the manatee. Depending on the season, you can watch whales on their annual migration from the safety and comfort of one of the resort’s fleet of boats.
DAY 4
Return to Vilanculos and continue to Maputo for departure.
Stay a Little Longer
You may wish to combine this trip with one of our regular group departures in Africa, or other individual travel on your own. Please call us for the details.
Why Mountain Travel Sobek is Your First Choice for Adventure
Mountain Travel Sobek is the pioneer in active adventure travel. No other adventure travel company can lay claim to that title. We were the first to take Americans trekking in Nepal, raft the wild rivers of Africa, and open up many previously inaccessible corners of the world to curious travelers. We set the standard for adventure travel and have a strong reputation for excellence that we do everything we can to maintain. Since we are the leading adventure company, we have a lot to live up to, so we make sure we provide safe, quality trips and the best customer service to our passengers.
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Note on Itinerary
Although we will do our very best to adhere to the itinerary schedule as listed, it is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Please read the Limitations of Liability and Booking Conditions in the four-page Participant Information Form.
This itinerary has been carefully designed for optimal value. You may wish to combine this tour with another or add extensions at the beginning or end of your trip. However, if you wish to customize this tour, other terms and conditions apply (ask us about information on customized adventures). Travel Agent commissions or any type of other discounts do not apply to this tour.
Conditions of Participation
Your participation on a Mountain Travel Sobek trip is subject to the conditions stated in the four-page Participant Information Form, which includes the Agreement and Release from Liability and the Booking Conditions. We urge you to read this information carefully, and to call us if you have any questions.
Note on Services
We often use local suppliers who provide services that may include transportation, equipment, logistic support, and other services (hotels, restaurants, etc.). We do not own or operate these independent suppliers. We work with service providers who share our commitment to safety and quality, and work closely with them to develop itineraries unique to Mountain Travel Sobek.
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Approximately 30 days before your departure, we'll send you detailed, step-by-step instructions, with emergency contact numbers, a detailed map, and other important information. Upon arrival at your destination, you will be met by your in-country host who will help orient you and describe what to expect in the week to come.