Abu Camp
is closed from 01 Jan to 15 May 2010 for a major refurbishment
(during this time, Villa Okavango will operate with the
full elephant experience that Abu offers - note that the Villa
is still maximum 4 guests and one party at a time).
Abu Camp, set deep in
an ancient riverine forest, consists of six custom-built, stylishly
furnished “tents” with en-suite bathrooms. Each tent has its own
tree-shaded deck overlooking the lagoon, which thrives with abundant
bird and animal life.
The main deck is sculpted around
giant trees, creating a dappled, cool atmosphere where meals and
drinks are enjoyed. Sundowners around a traditional campfire are
followed by five-star meals prepared by our expert safari chefs and
served with the finest of South African wines. All of which is
accompanied by the nocturne of the African bush: the roar of the
lion, grunt of the hippo and haunting calls of the owl and
nightjars.
The dining / bar areas
are on raised wooden decks that wind around African ebony and
sycamore fig trees. The lounge and dining tent has beautiful big
sofas, with a breathtaking view over the lagoon and also features a
well-stocked library and a study.
Guests at Abu Camp are
invited to share with the resident elephant family what is, without
doubt, the ultimate elephant education safari. The elephant
experiences offer many magical moments including the interacting
with the resident herd of eight elephants – as well as with the
herds of wildlife in the area.
Abu's also offers game
drives, night drives, walks and mokoro (dugout canoe) safaris – as
well as the most intimate elephant learning experience in Africa.
For guests looking for
the ultimate in bush luxury and exclusivity, The Elephant Villa is
situated across the lagoon – a short five minute drive away.
This villa can accommodate a couple or a family with children.
Each guest leaves Abu Camp not only with
a greater knowledge of the largest land mammal on Earth, but an
in-depth, intrinsic understanding of what it means to be an
elephant, the pressures and challenges of pachyderm life from within
the herd.
To be an elephant is to be an
intelligent, emotional being with complex social structure, a deep
capacity to feel, and a bone-vibrating ability to communicate across
miles of African bush. Once you've been to Abu Camp, you will always
be a part of the greater elephant herd.
Elephantback safaris on
the six adult elephants with the family of youngsters in tow.
Generally two elephant back safaris are offered daily. Each safari
is accompanied by a professional guide who is licensed by the
Botswana government and has years of experience with African
wildlife. Saddles are soft and comfortable. The elephants walk at
approximately five miles an hour, and each safari lasts two to three
hours.
Getting to know the elephants at Abu
Camp on a personal level is a rare and humbling experience. Meet
each member of the herd, learn their history and begin to understand
a little of what makes these grand, wise creatures what they are.
Watch the interactions of the herd, how they walk silently and
majestically along through the bush, trunks swinging, ears flapping
– and then join them.
Activities:
Whether walking alongside them or seated
in large padded saddles mounted behind experienced
elephant-handlers, to join a herd of the largest land mammals on a
walk through the bush is to see Africa from a completely different
perspective. Surrounded as you are by the herd, many other animals
allow you to approach closer than ever. Herds of giraffe, zebra and
antelope continue to graze, unconcerned by the approach of the
elephant herd of which you are now an honored part.
Also available are game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, night drives,
guided nature walks, bird watching (Abu boasts a list of nearly 500
species) or time spent drifting on the tranquil waters of the
Okavango Delta in a mokoro. In the evenings formal and informal
talks will be given to enhance the elephant learning experience.
Game drives are in Landcruisers which have
been designed as follows: specially built for game viewing and
photography completely open seating areas and cabs for unhindered
photography seat pockets, reference books, snacks, bottled water,
toilet paper, insect spray and a cool box for refreshments maximum
occupancy of six.
Game viewing in mokoros (local canoes) Walks Night
drives Fishing for bream, pike, and catfish with spinning lures.
Wildlife: Game
typically seen at Abu's camp is as follows:
Abu Camp offers a three-night
safari for a maximum of twelve people, ensuring that all the guests grow
with the herd as they get to know them, offering a superb learning
experience that is also a journey through the eyes of the elephants.
All guests arrive and depart
at the same time, allowing them to begin to relax and absorb the
tranquility of their surroundings and to get to know the herd at the
same pace. Cathy and her loving patience with the small calves in her
herd, the antics of the youngsters, and the obvious wisdom of the elders
all come together to create a rare glimpse into the lives of these
intelligent and extraordinary animals.
3
Night Package Rates:- 2009
Package starts from (or
vice versa)
Package ends at (or vice
versa)
Rate Per Person Sharing
Single Room Supplement if
traveling with others
Any Okavango / Moremi Camp
Any Okavango / Moremi Camp
Up to 30 Nov. 2009
01 Dec 09 to 14 Jun 10
16 Nov to 15 Dec 2010
USD 7995
USD 2520
The rate includes:
\Air transfers from Maun to camp
and return to Maun.
Accommodation in luxury custom-built tents, each with own bathroom
en-suite.
All activities - elephant safaris, game drives, night drives, guided
walks, water safaris (seasonal)
All meals, snacks, teas and coffees, soft and alcoholic drinks.
The services of trained staff, guides and professional elephant handlers.
Daily laundry service.
Please note that trip
cancellation insurance is advisable as all deposits and payments are
non-refundable. For further details, please refer to our terms and
conditions.
All clients participating in a
elephant back safari are required to sign an indemnity form.
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