Combining Oddballs with a lodge in Chobe, Moremi, Savuti or Kalahari
Start in Kasane and end in Maun or vise versa.
DESCRIPTION:
We combine the most affordable lodges in the Okavango Delta, Moremi, Chobe and Central Kalahari game Reserves. This is the best way to see the best that Botswana has to offer. You will be transported between lodges in a small aeroplane.
PRICE INCLUDES:
We include all meals, Internal flight transfers and activities in these Botswana Lodge safaris.
DON'T FORGET:
You can combine a mobile camping safari with a lodge safari at the end. It’s always a good experience combining the two.
OUR TIPS:
To save some money, if possible try and travel in our green season, the rates are less, and availability easy.
If you are travelling in our peak season, make sure you book in advance to ensure dates and best rates.
Oddballs Camp Combinations
Experience the best of Chobe and the Okavango Delta With Oddballs Camp and Bakwena Chobe
After Oddballs Camp we fly to Bakwena Chobe in Kasane.
Delta Air Starting Maun Ending Kasane or vice versa.
4 or 6 Night Best of Chobe and the Okavango Delta Package –
Stay for 2 or 3 nights at Oddballs Camp and 2 or 3 nights at Chobe Bakwena
Chobe Bakwena Lodge is an eco-luxury retreat on the banks of the Chobe River, located in the friendly town of Kasane right next to Chobe National Park, ideally positioned for the place where Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana meet. This is the where you want to go to for a truly heart-warming Botswana safari. The lodge is an oasis with excellent food (you will never forget their home-made bread), comfortable rooms, cosy nooks and stunning views. But there is more: owners Jenny and Adam Young are truly committed to responsible tourism and sharing their ‘sanctuary’ – as they like to call it – in the purest possible way. Bakwena Lodge is the only lodge on the Chobe River that was constructed according to eco-principles, with locally sourced materials and without any harmful chemicals. When in your room, pay extra attention to the carefully hand-selected furniture, all sourced from local craftsmen and vintage stores. Even the curtains are fair trade; they come from Madagascar to create employment there, and are made from local cotton. Come here to immerse yourself in local culture and enjoy a natural safari in a responsible lodge, oozing with African authenticity.
Chobe Bakwena Lodge comprises ten rondavel style chalets, two of which are family units. All situated under the shady canopy of Acacia trees, each site has been selected for its river view and is surrounded by indigenous riverine bush. As mentioned before, the chalets are built according to both ecological and traditional African principles. The chalets boast a laid-back kind of luxury, which immediately unwinds your body and mind, especially after taking an outdoor shower under the African night sky: an absolute must-do. Each chalet has an interior bathroom opening on to an outside garden with an outside shower. Built-in daybeds offer ample opportunity to absorb the changing moods of the Chobe, take in an amazing sunset – with the biggest orange glowing ball you have ever seen – or peek at wildlife seeking refreshment in the river. Once settled in, the staff will be more than happy to guide you to the main area where you will find a lounge, restaurant – serving African fusion dishes inspired by traditional Setwana cuisine -, a Rain Tree Bar overlooking the river, and an inviting swimming pool where you can take a plunge. Also, don’t skip the gift shop, this is probably one of the most thoughtfully stocked in Chobe.
Below are some rates for a 6 nights stay - including flights from Maun to Oddballs Camp and to Bakwena Chobe, ending in Kasane.
3 nights Oddballs + 3 nights Chobe Bakwena 2024
01 Dec 2023 - 31 Mar 2024
$2970.00 Per person sharing
01 Apr 2024 - 30 April 2024
$3210.00 Per person sharing
01 May 2024 - 30 June 2024
$3450.00 Per person sharing
01 July 2024 - 31 October 2024
$3700.00 Per person sharing
01 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
$3210.00 Per person sharing
CHOBE BAKWENA LODGE INCLUDES
• Accommodation, all meals, laundry, levies & taxes • Wine, beer, cider, soft drinks, water • Chobe National Park Fees
• Two activities per day (e.g. 2 night stay = 4 x activities and 3 night stay = 6 x activities)
EXCLUDES
• Visa costs • Drinks • Travel Insurance • Items of personal nature
• Spirits, premium whiskeys and premium wines
For less or more nights contact us and we will send you an updated rate.
ACTIVITIES AT CHOBE BAKWENA LODGE
Chobe is home to Africa’s largest elephant population. Every day, these magnificent pachyderms migrate from their foraging grounds in the Teak forests to the mighty Chobe to quench their thirst. A game drive in the early morning offers the best opportunities to spot some of the sheer big cats (and don’t worry, you will get up without grumbling with so much natural beauty awaiting you), while an afternoon boat cruise is still one of the most serene ways to gaze at wildlife.
Watch elephants romping and rolling in the water or hippos showing off their pink bellies. Besides drives and cruises, walking and biking (!) tours to the village are offered. Or, for the more adventurous, go on a walking safari in the nearby Lesoma valley or the surrounding forest reserves. To spot some impressive trees, venture out to Impalila Island and stand in awe before towering baobabs trees. After all these activities, what could possibly be more satisfying than gathering around a crackling fire for a traditional ‘boma’ dinner?
If you are lucky, they will serve traditional ‘pap & wors’: porridge and farmer’s sausage. With a full belly and a full glass of wine, you will realise there is nothing left to wish for.
Instead of a game drive or boat cruise you may go on a guided bird walk at the Seboba Recreational Park, visit the Caracal World of Wildlife Centre, go fishing, or go on a Victoria Falls day trip (excludes visa fee, Falls entrance fee and lunch). You are also invited to go on a guided bicycle tour and village walk
Oddballs Camp Combinations
Experience the best of the Central Kalahari and the Okavango Delta With Oddballs Camp and Deception Valley Lodge
Before Oddballs Camp we fly to Deception Valley Lodge in the Central Kalahari
Delta Air Starting and ending Maun.
4 or 6 Night Best of the Kalahari and Okavango Delta Package – Stay for 2 or 3 nights at Oddballs Camp and 2 or 3 nights at Deception Valley Lodge
Deception valley was made famous by Mark and Delia Owens, an American couple who did the first research into the black maned Kalahari lion and brown hyena. They lived in a tent in deception valley for several years to do their research. About their adventures and daily life in deception valley they wrote the bestselling book “cry of the Kalahari”. Visitors to deception valley in the Kalahari can enjoy a unique experience with guided game drives, walking safaris with the san, magnificent game viewing and complete isolation from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The lodge has established the Deception Valley Conservancy to care for the area. The vision of the Deception Valley Conservancy is to return previous farming and hunting land to the untamed natural treasure it once was. Visitors experience and learn about the region through a variety of traditional and immersive activities. The Conservancy has created a considered network of road tracks for perfect, guided day and night driving safaris.
There are eight spacious suites each with a separate lounge area, en-suite bathroom with Victorian bath and outdoor shower. Each room has a stunning viewing deck and convenient mini bar. There are two family suites to welcome families of different sizes. Deception Valley Lodge has created a lodge that prevails in comfort and style, allowing the Kalahari Desert to feel welcoming.
The main complex boasts a dining room, lounge and bar area decorated in warm Kalahari colours which make use of Bushmen and other African artefacts. From the deck you can view game activity at the nearby water hole. The lodge has an ethnic African theme and was built to fit into the surrounding bush without altering, damaging, or detracting from its ambiance and colour. Six of the eight chalets consist of luxury twin bedded rooms with en-suite Victorian style bathrooms, an outside shower, and a private spacious lounge. There is also a chalet with 2 interleading rooms for families
Below are some rates for a 6 nights stay - including flights from Maun to Deception Valley Lodge and to Oddballs Camp, ending back in Maun.
3 nights Oddballs + 3 nights Deception Valley Lodge 2024
01 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024
$2960.00 Per person sharing
01 Apr 2024 - 30 June 2024
$3480.00 Per person sharing
01 July 2024 - 31 October 2024
$4080.00 Per person sharing
01 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024
$3480.00 Per person sharing
DECEPTION VALLEY LODGE INCLUDES
• Arrival & departure transfers from/to Deception Valley Lodge airstrip, • Daily activities, • Full board meals, • Local drinks, • Laundry
EXCLUDES
• Imported drinks, • Gratuities, • Items of a personal nature
For less or more nights contact us and we will send you an updated rate.
ACTIVITIES AT DECEPTION VALLEY LODGE
Excellent tracking opportunities are provided by the Kalahari sand and a dedicated tracker accompanies each vehicle on its activities. A visit to the lodge would be incomplete without experiencing the San Bushman walk with the Naru-tribe. The desert comes alive when sharing the eyes of those who have lived in the region for tens of thousands of years.
One feels Lilliputian in the arms of the vast Kalahari skies, which are renowned for stargazing. Deception Valley Lodge focuses on stargazing and allows guests the opportunity to appreciate the vast night sky unhindered by light pollution. Early morning and late afternoon/ early evening safaris with open 4X4 vehicles. Night drives to explore the nocturnal species. Bird watching - over 200 species, from the deck at the main lodge or in a hide at one of the water holes. Knowledgeable guides and legendary Bushmen trackers. Off road tracking. Nature walks with experienced guides.
Activities Also Include
The night safari in particular will reveal a fascinating world of nocturnal species. Deception Valley is a bird lover's paradise. Enjoy the amazing Kalahari Sunsets while having sundowners on Safaris or Walks. Bushmen Guides Let our San guides show you how to experience the tracking and survival skills of the San people. Let them show you how they gather their food and how successful they are at hunting with their poisoned arrows.
