Columbus
 Global Village
 Team

Botswana 2010

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Optional Excursion: Okavango Delta Safari

August 6 Through August 14

On safari
Some GV team members enjoyed a Botswana safari
Moremi National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Elegant touch
Our safari guides added a touch of elegance on our last night in the park
Moremi National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Dave & Susi plan to take one of their all time dream vacations between the two Columbus Global Village Team missions to Botswana: an African Safari. Team members are invited to join them, or they may make other extended travel arrangements if they prefer.

Dave and Susi are busy researching all the best that Botswana Safaris have to offer, and will be updating this page as they learn more and begin to choose specific accommodations, activities, etc. Dave & Susi's love of nature and inexpensive travel will define a trip that might not be the lap of luxury but will feature an excellent guide and outstanding wildlife viewing potential. They will actively seek out the comments and desires of any team members who choose to tour with them as they make the final selections.

Nature Unspoiled

Lion hunting
A pride of lions walked by our jeep
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Watering hole I
Hundreds of animals came to drink—simultaneously
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Watering hole II
Elephants seemed peaceful at this idyllic site
Moremi National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Two eagles
One eagle soars by another roosting
Moremi National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Accommodations

http://www.capricornsafaris.com/index.htmlCapricorn Safaris proved to be an excellent operator.

Dinner table
Dinner after a late arrival into camp
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Chilly morning
The jeeps were surprisingly unobtrusive to the wildlife
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Capricorn Safaris Owner
Adam Hedges, knowledgeable, personable owner of Capricorn Safaris
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Our safari guides
Betta, Adam and Stanley were all very excellent guides
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Hatch top
Open roofed vehicles provided excellent visibility
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Custom safari vehicles
Customized Toyota Land Cruisers were capable, comfortable and reliable
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Capricorn Safaris logo
Capricorn Safaris logo
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Shooting room
Everyone had space to set up good shots
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Camp staff
We were well cared for with a staff person for every two guests
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Hot showers
Staff provided hot water for showers on demand
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Deluxe pits
Best pit toilets we have used anywhere
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Rugged tents
Safari tents seem strong and secure
Nxai Pan National Park, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Two person tents
Plenty of space, with connected private toilet area out the back
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Mess tent
Dinner was not at all a 'messy' affair
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana
Photo by Dave Bezaire

Pricing Information

Although the actual cost of the optional safari excursion will not be finalized until we know exactly how many people join the group, we will update the following table as we continue to learn more specifics. We hope to keep the total price in the range of $?? to $?? per person.

Description

Amount

Payable To

Although we will negotiate a package through http://www.twinhorizonstravel.comTwin Horizons Travel, you are free to make your own arrangements. (Dave & Susi are part owners of this agency.) TBD Travel agent
Transportation TBD TBD
Lodging TBD TBD
Travel health and trip cancellation insurance TBD TBD
Food TBD TBD
Activity 1 TBD TBD
Activity 2 TBD TBD
Contingency TBD TBD
Other TBD TBD
Immunizations and malaria tablets TBD TBD
Tourist Card, visa, exit tax, etc. TBD TBD

Payment Responsibility, Cancellation, etc

Dave and Susi are researching the possible trips and making arrangements for themselves. They are very willing to include others, but their responsibility in doing so extends only to the convenience of facilitating their discussion with the travel agents and providers. Each traveler will have their own separate relationship with the agents and providers, and will individually be responsible for all payments, cancellation consequences, etc.

Climate & Weather

The current forecast is available ???