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| Newsletter November 2009 |
Dear {{name}} Whilst this year has presented us with many challenges, it has also given us the opportunity to review the way we operate and bring about total awareness of streamlining our business. Particularly we have come to appreciate and learn more about the cementing of our relationships with our business partners as we have all sought to survive and excel in these challenging times. To everyone that has contributed to both our survival and growth, we at the African Bush Camps team thank you and wish you all an inspiring and successful year ahead. We are particularly excited about all we have in store for you next year. Features: - New Camp in Mana Pools: special opening rates - New Camp at Nxai Pan: great specials too! - Highlights from Linyanti Bush Camp and Khwai Tented Camp - Changes at Vundu Camp - Beks at WTM in London 9th - 12th November |
| New Camp - Kanga Bush Camp, Mana Pools, Zimbabwe |
Set in the most remote part of the world Heritage site in Mana pools is Kanga Pan not too far Chitake Springs. This area has never been developed and gives you the experience of a pure and un-spoilt Africa. The area is very diverse and has not have multiple of open vlei lines, river systems of the Ruckomechi River, and mixed woodland types from mopane woodland to Jesse bushes and riverine forests. Kanga Pan is the only known source of water in the area that is available all year round and makes it a hub for wildlife in the area. The area can be best described as an explorer's paradise especially for walking to untamed areas that are inaccessible by vehicle. The beauty of this area is that you will not encounter anybody else, making it your private Africa. Yet, you also have access to the Zambezi river flood plains of Mana pools within an hour's drive. Chitake springs can be booked over long term stays through special prior arrangements. The Camp is a 12 bedded tented camp with en-suite bathroom facilities and out-door shower and basins over-looking the water hole. Kanga is the old Africa in a new era. Seasons 1st April - 31st October and special exploratory trips during the rainy season on request. Special Opening 2010 Rates: Valid for any bookings confirmed before the 31st January 2010 Opening Special of US$250 per person per night, minimum 2 people. (Usual rate US$500 per person per night)
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| New Camp - Botswana Migration Camp, Nxai Pan, Botswana |
Nxai Pan and the Madgadigadi Pans is a relatively undiscovered part of Botswana that offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Botswana during the green season (November through to April). This part of Africa displays an incredible spectacle of the Zebra Migration that return to the desert at the onset of the rains. Thousands of Zebra can be seen following each other mixing with hundreds of Gemsbok antelope (Oryx) and springboks. It is at this time of the year the springbok calve attracting the resident cheetah and lion. Cheetah hunting and kills are not uncommon during a long stay periods of up to 4 days. Explore with us the best action packed game viewing with us starting this February 2010. Special Opening 2010 Rates: Valid for all bookings confirmed before the 31st January 2010 Opening Special of US$250 per person per night, minimum 2 people for travel between the 1st February and 30th April 2010. Exclusive use of the private camp available for a minimum 6 people, maximum 10 people
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| Highlights of the camps Linyanti Bush Camp and Khwai Tented Camp |
Linyanti Bush Camp The high waters of the Linyanti Marsh continue to swell creating a mini delta, and towards the end of this dry season we have seen the concentrations of buffalo and elephant increase along the marsh to escape the heat and the dryness of "Chobe inland" A fire sweeping through our private reserve and followed by a brief spell of early showers has brought out grazing pastures and attracted a myriad of small to medium sized wildlife. Aardvark sightings have been incredible in the last month and in some cases seeing 2 separate aardvark in one night drive. A pair of honey-moon leopards has consistently performed for us behind the camp and a number of visitors have been lucky to experience these unique sightings. The highlight have been the pack of 11 wild dogs that have taken up the area as their impala hunting ground, on one occasion seen chasing an impala through the camp and killing it outside one of the guests tents. The news splash pool at linyanti is welcomed this time of the year and the summer temperatures increase; however it also provides the guests with an alternative romantic dinner area under the stars. Comments: "Dear Beks Just a short note to replace the EVALUATION SHEET which I have l lost. The service at Linyanti Bush Camp was superb, as was the food. The staff was truely wonderful & friendly & Noreen was the best Camp Manager I have ever come across. She seemed so GENUINE. A lot of people say all the words but there is little meaning in them. She was so happy for us when we saw the aardvark; this meant a lot to us. We had a wonderful Aardvark sighting (one trotted by the truck) and feel so lucky to have seen this secretive creature. Thank-you F & R Wilkinson"
This camp has excelled beyond expectations and all within its first year of operating. Khwai community game reserve is one of Botswana's most outstanding game viewing areas and all year round. Here is what one of our guests had to say; Safari Guest Feedback: "The Khwai Tented Camp set itself apart from any other place we stayed when we were greeted by the staff doing a song and dance upon our arrival. We were told by Shaka that we would be spoiled during our stay at Khwai Tented Camp and we were. The accommodations struck a great balance between rustic and luxurious..." Read More...
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| Changes - Vundu Camp |
A 14 bedded camp set on the banks of the Zambezi river, owner managed and run by owners Nick and Desiree Murray. Future bookings can be done directly by contacting murcat@zol.co.zw or through the African Bush Camps reservations office. African Bush Camps will continue to work with Nick and Des in packaging the authentic African safari experience that will combine their products and our portfolio of camps. Please refer to www.bushlifesafaris.com for updates and details of Vundu Camp and Ruwezi canoeing safaris. |
| Beks in London |
I will be in London from about the 9th of November to the 12th of November for the World Travel Market where we shall be exhibiting at the Botswana Stand AF1200. If you are going to be at the show and we have not scheduled an appointment, please email mercedes@milestones-marketing.com Hamba hahle and happy safaris. Best Regards Beks Ndlovu |
