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​PRIVATE WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE

OKAVANGO DELTA / BOTSWANA


​On behalf of NATUCATE


14-DAYS OF EXPLORING THE OKAVANGO

BY VEHICLE, DUGOUT AND ON FOOT


2023 Departure :  28th JULY - 11th AUGUST 

Alan will be co-leading this unique experiential adventure based from an exclusive destination in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. This in collaboration with our industry partner NATUCATE.COM who will be operating this special encounter of discovery.

Based from an intimate tented camp located on the Xwapa River, with all activities set within a vast private concession well known for producing memorable big game encounters. During the 2021 departure, our mammal count produced 35 different species, with numerous encounters with the legendary wild dog pack of the region. Lion and leopard are also usually encounters as well as iconic elephant herds, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and a wide array of antelope. Birdlife is staggering with possible sightings of Okavango rarities such as wattle crane.

The camp consists of Meru walk-in tents with outdoor but ensuite bathrooms, each fitted with a flush loo and legendary bucket shower. With a limited occupancy, the wilderness experience offers an exclusive peek into the rhythms and systems of the Okavango Delta, one of the most mysterious inland deltas in the world. July, set in the southern hemisphere winter or dry season, coincides with the flood waters in the Okavango, which offer life and sustenance to a myriad of animal, bird and plant life. It is truly one of nature's most enigmatic ecological systems. 

Game drives (and night drives) as well as highly recommended walking trails depart twice daily in search of the Okavango's big game, or following up with special interest themes, or animal behaviour topics. The scope of the activities ensures a broad range of special interests, exciting encounters and opportunities of discovery along the way!
Watch the video of our 2021 encounters for more information.
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Enquire about the 2023 departure
Max : 15 participants

INCLUDES: Road transfer from Maun to the base camp, accommodation, all meals, all game viewing activities,
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dedicated guiding by Alan McSmith and unlimited doses of enthusiasm.
EXCLUDES: International flights, drinks and personal insurance. 
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​Photograpy by Natucate and Matthias Kern Photography

          CONTACT US

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ENQUIRIES

SARAH MCSMITH
WHATSAPP: 0027 (0) 76 183 2040
EMAIL: info@alanmcsmith.com

SPECIALIST GUIDE

ALAN MCSMITH
WHATSAPP: 0027 (0) 83 472 4783
EMAIL: ​wild@alanmcsmith.com

HEAD OFFICE

AMS SAFARIS & SERVICES CC
PO Box 1565, Hoedspruit, South Africa
WEB: www.alanmcsmith.com

 IN COLLABORATION WITH
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Elephants Alive is an established NPO located close to Hoedspruit SA and have been monitoring elephant ecology in the region for 18 years. They continue to break ground in promoting and developing a harmonious existence between elephants and people.
RHINO SAFARIS
Rhino Safaris is owned by long-time colleague Rhino Grohmann. Specialising in German speaking tours and safaris, Rhino continues to deliver meaningful and masterfully hosted safaris. Rhino has teamed up with AMS to support elephant conservation with ELEPHANTS ALIVE by pledging a percentage of safari costs for safaris to Timbavati and Klaserie.
AMS has been using Umlani as a Timbavati safari base for over 20 years. Owned by the Schiess Family, Umlani has clung onto its authenticity and philosophy, and continues to offer meaningful safari encounters, minus the bling!
Footsteps in a long- standing operation/booking office for Oddballs and Delta Camps, bases for our Okavango Delta wilderness trails.
BushLife Experiences is a Dutch based safari operator who understand the finer things of safari life ... small groups, adventurous activities and unpretentious destinations. We do great work together!


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​INDUSTRY AFFILIATION

  
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​WILDERNESS IS NOT A PLACE, IT'S A WAY OF LIFE. THEN THERE ARE ELEPHANTS.



Banner Wildlife Photography ©Jens Cullmann: instagram or  www.jenscullmann.de ​
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ©Alan McSmith Safaris 2021

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  • WELCOME
  • ABOUT
    • WHERE WE GO
    • WHY & WHO
    • ARTICLES
    • ELEPHANT ENCOUNTER VIDEO EXPLAINED
    • CONNECT
    • Terms & Conditions
  • NATURE & LEADERSHIP
  • SAFARIS & TRAILS
    • RESTORATIVE LEADERSHIP TRAIILS >
      • OKAVANGO LEADERSHIP TRAIL
    • FLAGSHIP ENCOUNTERS >
      • Umlani specialist elephant safari
      • UMLANI safari
      • OKAVANGO WILDERNESS trail
      • DESERT ELEPHANT safari
      • ZAMBEZI LEGEND safari
    • SPECIAL DEPARTURES >
      • Umlani specialist elephant safari
      • Okavango wilderness trail
      • 2022 Private Wilderness Experience
      • Sound safari with Derek Solomon
    • SAFARI-SHOP
  • TAKING OUR LEAD FROM THE WILD: CONVERSATION TOUR '23
  • MEDIA