11 nights "in the Bush Under Canvas" with sights, sounds, smells, etc. with local professional staff and guides.  Most travel in 4x4 Safari vehicles that are "open" with a covered top.  Professional Local Guides throughout the program.

Golden Africa (G.A.) Expedition Camp - Immersive experience in untouched wilderness.  Mobile camp moves between remote locations leaving minimal impact (solar power, eco-friendly practices) with commitment to conservation and low-impact tourism.  Full Camp staff providing all needs of lodging, chef prepared meals (dietary needs accommodated), and expertise.  Safari tent with 2 persons per tent (full bedding) and attached open air bathroom (pit toilet and shower).  Local staff with expertise, knowledge and stories about the environment we will be living in.

Machaba/Little Machaba Permanent Tent Camp - Immersive camp along Khwai River in the Khwai Community Concession.  Khwai Community Trust - Community-based natural resource management with reinvestment into local community and environmental/wildlife conservation.

Sedia Hotel in Maun, Botswana.  Visits with WildCru and to Elephant Havens conservation groups as well as interact with locals in Maun.

Waterfalls Lodge in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.  Zambezi Sunset river cruise and tour of Victoria Falls. Lunch at Overlook Cafe and time to reflect and recuperate from time in the Bush before travel back to the US.

Experiencing and observing the wilderness of Africa: Botswana and Zimbabwe, living in the Nxai Pan National Park Kalahari desert, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, with stays in Maun, Botswana and ending at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. A unique opportunity to explore one of the most naturally diverse regions in the world. Students will have an opportunity to learn about ecology, geology, biology, and history/culture of Botswana and Zimbabwe. Objective is to fully immerse students in the environment toward achieving a better appreciation, understanding, and value of these environments including but not limited to scientific, cultural, and current challenges (conservation, etc.). Mobile tent camping (classic safari with professional local guides and support staff) in the Nxai Pan National Park in the Kalahari Game Desert, Moremi Game Reserve, and Savuti/Chobe National Park as well as permanent tent camp in the Khwai Community Concession. Day and night in the wilderness with all the sights and sounds. Pristine wilderness, with various terrain including savannah, winding waterways, and dense forest. The diverse ecosystem supports an incredibly wide spectrum of wildlife, ranging from large herds of buffalo, wildebeest and zebra, antelope, elephants, prolific bird life, hyena, lion, leopard, cheetah and packs of wild dog, etc. etc. etc. Daily Safaris will be by 4x4 truck, mokoro/canoe, and boat, with living in the wilderness and potential for wildlife at all times.  

Travel/Transportation

Various modes of transportation to get to and travel within locations.  Most travel will be 4x4 Land Rover safari vehicles (open/no windows, covered roof, power for charging items) as well as small plane bush flights to remote locations and boat tours/trips.

There will be luggage restrictions for this program due to the small bush plane flights.  Soft sided duffels (no wheels) and weight limitations.

Most locations will be very remote.

Maun: Gateway to the Okavango Delta

Known as the "Tourism Capital of Botswana," Maun is the bustling gateway to the iconic Okavango Delta. This vibrant town blends modernity with tradition, offering travelers a unique introduction to Botswana's safari experience. Despite its rapid growth, Maun retains its charm as a meeting point for travelers, locals, and safari operators alike.

1 Night at Sedia Hotel: Greeting and Orientation

2 Nights at Sedia Hotel with visits from WildCru and to Elephant Havens

Nxai Pan National Park in the Kalahari Desert: A Remote Wilderness

Nxai Pan National Park in the Kalahari Desert, the largest semi arid desert in southern Africa, offers an unparalleled sense of seclusion and adventure.  Prehistoric dried up lake and home to the millennia old (4,000 years +) Baobab trees "Baines Baobab". Extensive grass plains, acacia trees, and salt pans.  Attracts large herds of animals especially during the rainy season including wildebeest, zebra, gemsbok, springbok, oryx, elephants, lions, bat eared fox, birds and many more.

IMAX movie "Roar: Lions of the Kalahari" filmed in Nxai Pan.

3 Nights in G.A. Expedition Camp with professional guides and staff living in and exploring environment and associated wildlife.

Khwai: Where Wildlife Thrives

Located just outside Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai is a wildlife haven renowned for its remarkable biodiversity and community-driven conservation efforts. The Khwai River serves as a lifeline for animals, attracting predators such as lions and leopards alongside herbivores like buffalo and antelope. Khwai is particularly famous for its spectacular predator sightings, offering unique opportunities to see species in their natural habitat. 

2 Nights at Machaba and Little Machaba Permanent Tent Camp with professional guides (G.A.) and staff living in and exploring environment and associated wildlife.

Savuti: A Landscape of Drama

Savuti, part of Chobe National Park, is famed for its dynamic landscapes and dramatic wildlife interactions. Known as "the land of predators," Savuti boasts large prides of lions, leopards, hyenas, and cheetahs. Seasonal changes transform the region, with the Savuti Channel periodically flowing and attracting herds of elephants and zebras. This ever-changing environment creates a compelling backdrop for unforgettable safari experiences.

3 Nights in G.A. Expedition Camp with professional guides and staff living in and exploring environment and associated wildlife.