Potato Bush Camp in Zambia!

Potato Bush Camp

With a stunning panoramic view overlooking the Zambezi River and escarpment, this site is nestled under Mahogany, Sausage, Winter Thorn and Acacia Tortillas Trees, which provide excellent shade. Potato Bush Camp is comprised of three well-appointed Canvas and Rosewood Safari Tents and also a 2-bedroom Family Tent (similar to the very popular Kigelia House at Sausage Tree Camp).

 Activities at Potato Bush Camp

Game drives

Game drives are the most successful way to see a good variety of wildlife, both large and small. Visiting more areas, and witnessing the diversity of the Lower Zambezi National Park you can appreciate the unspoiled wilderness of Zambia. A larger area can be covered in a shorter time frame, increasing the chance to find good game. The vehicles also allow those ‘up close and personal’ experiences - our team of professional guides will ensure that it is not too close.

Night drives

Night drives are the perfect way to experience the nocturnal animals, including the elusive Leopard, Genet, Civet, Porcupine and Giant Eagle Owl. The big cats tend to be more active at night and you may find yourself following lions on the hunt. Other common sightings include Honey Badger, African Wild Cat and even the occasional sighting of the very rare Pangolin.

Your guide will also point out the constellations of the Southern night sky.

Canoeing

The Lower Zambezi is renowned for its spectacular canoeing. As one of the few privileged operators based inside the National Park, we are able to canoe guests down the most stunning section of the Zambezi River, the 14km long "Chifungulu Channel" starts just 100m downstream of the camp.

Led by one of our highly qualified canoe guides, explore the banks of the river, where game can be seen from a totally different perspective - looking UP rather than down! Canoe trips vary in length (from one to seven hours) however a one-hour canoe trip is a great prelude to an evening game drive.

No experience or particular strength is required - it is an effortless drift, as the flow of the Zambezi pushes the canoes downstream. Rather than a work out, this is a time to relax, listen to the sounds of the huge variety of bird-life and admire their sheer beauty. Min. canoeing age is 15 years old.

Boat Cruises

Potato Bush Camp operates scenic boat trips using 6 metre aluminium river cruisers. Designed for river systems, they are the perfect boat for the Zambezi River as sandbanks make navigation on the water very difficult.

Scenic boat cruises are a very relaxing way to view the game that comes down to the river to drink and bathe, whilst also taking in the unique water wildlife. Until the Zambezi River is explored by boat, it is impossible to truly appreciate the huge hippopotami pods and crocodile populations. Lucky guests have experienced the truly memorable sight of elephant crossing the Zambezi, from Mana Pools National Park to the Lower Zambezi National Park. To view the most amazing sunsets in Africa, floating sundowners (Gin and Tonic are de rigueur!) in the middle of the Zambezi is a must! This can also provide a photographic opportunity for that perfect African sunset.

The OKAVANGO Delta

From DELTA .....to DESERT....explore BOTSWANA

                              

The Okavango Delta provides abundant life at the heart of a desert...

There is a very wide range of accommodation available in the Okavango Delta. This ranges from five star luxury to more humble accommodation, but all fall within the government’s high value, low volume tourism strategy. 

As an important Safari Destination within not only Botswana but also Africa as a whole, The Okavango Delta hosts a number of safari operators. These operators range from well known international brands to local operators and offer the full range of Holiday Specials. Whether you are interested in a simple camping trip or a full five star safari an operator exists to service your needs.

TOURISM

Tourism to the Okavango Delta ...makes up a majority of the tourism component of Botswana’s GDP. Approximately 100 000 people visit the 60 or so camps and lodges in the Delta contributing greatly to the economy of the region. A developing industry the government is keen to continue to deliver policies that encourage tourism.

Botswana’s Okavango Delta is a facinating and unique wildlife location. 

It is the worlds largest inland delta and situated in an extremely arid region and attracts great concentrations of diverse animals and birds. 

The PERFECT African Destination

1. AIRLINK adds new service to its Botswana Operation

3. World Class Game Viewing

 2. Paradise for Shopaholics                  

 4. Unrivaled choices of a Luxury Safari Experience

   

A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCE

Please contact Namibia Reservations at

info@namibiareservations.com / www.namibiareservations.com

North Namibia in flood

For the third consecutive year, president Hifikepunye Pohamba of Namibia has declared a state of emergency due to heavy rain and subsequent flooding mostly in the northern part of the country.

There has been heavy rainfall since January, causing water levels to rise in the Zambezi and Okavango rivers. Around 62 people are reported to have drowned and thousands more are displaced.

The government has authorised N$30 million in relief funds to assist residents and for crops and infrastructure that have been destroyed.

Local Namibian media are also reporting that a health crisis is looming as 22 clinics are flooded and surrounded by water.

To make matter worse, more flooding is still expected from Angola over the next two weeks.

The Namibia Tourism Board issued the following statement:

“We have not received any formal notifications from any of the stakeholders yet. However, the situation as it looks, is rather serious in the northern part of the country. There are roads that have been totally swept away, however the roads that we are aware of to date,‘do not’ include many of the tourist routes. There are some establishments in the north as well that are reported to be totally inaccessible but again, those are not among the ones that you find in our packages etc. “Overall, our historical and normal routes remain safe to travellers.” Following concerns about rising waters in far northern Namibia and north-eastern Namibia, the individual lodge statuses are as follows:

• Hakusembe River Lodge has reopened with two rooms and the floating chalet but water levels may rise at short notice. Please call to check in advance.

• Impalila Island Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal. The airstrip is closed, and guests are being transferred by boat from Kasane.

• Lianshulu Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal.

• Namushasha Country Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal. Follow the clearly marked detour signs.

• Ndhovu Safari Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal but due to swamping of the access road, guests will be transported from the parking lot to the lodge by boat. The campsite is closed.

• Ntwala Island Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal. The airstrip is closed, and guests are being transferred by boat from Kasane.

• Susuwe Island Lodge - the lodge is operating as normal.

4x4 off-road travel and activities that require 4x4 vehicles may be cancelled, depending on conditions. Guests should be advised to keep to the main highway and other well-travelled routes. Road conditions should be established on departure by asking at reception or by calling the destination ahead.

Please contact us for more details or if you would like to book an establishment: info@namibiareservations.com

Namibia & Botswana Self Drive Camping Safari offered by Namibia Reservations

This 14 Day Camping Tour takes you through Namibia and Botswana giving you the chance to see wildlife, experience the outdoors as well as enjoying the activities. Rough it out in the wild.

2 Persons - campsite Kalahari Bush Breaks near Gobabis for 1 Night,
Tautona Lodge Campsite in Ghanzi/Botswana for 1 Night,
Audi Camp campsite in Maun for 2 Nights,
Nata lodge Campsite for 1 Night inclusive 1 game Drive into the Pan for 3hrs,
Chobe Safari Lodge Capsite in Kasane for 2 Nights inclusive 1 Boat Cruise and 1 Day Trip to the Victoria Galls in Zimbabwe,
Popa Falls Rest Camp for 1 Night,
Roy’s Rest Camp in Grootfontein for 1 night,
Namutoni Campsite in the Etosha National Park for 1 Night,
Khorixas Rest Camp for 1 Night,
Alte Brücke campsite for 2 Nights including 1 Boat Cruise in Walvis Bay,
Car Rental - Toyota Hi-Lux 4x4 with camping equipment for 2 Persons

For only N$ 12 030.00 per person sharing

Special offer valid from 01.02.2011 - 30.06.2011
Terms & Conditions apply, rate may change, Park fees excluded,
Vat & Tourism Levy included

For more details contact info@namibiareservations.com or visit the website: www.namibiareservations.com/namibia_botswana_camping.html

Flooding of the Okavango River and Mariental area

• Please be advised that the road from Mariental to the Intu Afrika Private Game Reserve is flooded.
  If you plan to travel in that direction without a 4x4 vehicle, please rather drive via Kalkrand.

And on another note:

• The Okavango River has started to rise at an alarming speed. It has already reached much higher levels now than it had the same time last year. The first floodings have been reported along the river and we expect more floods to occur in the coming weeks. Divava Okavango Lodge & Spa is in the fortunate position to be located on higher grounds and they do not experience flooding of the lodge or the access roads. Please continue to travel to the Okavango. The area needs your support and even during the floods the Kavango and Caprivi remain an unbelievable natural spectacle.

Do not hesitate to contact us for more details at info@namibiareservations.com or www.namibiareservations.com/suclaboe.html