Selinda Canoe Trail
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All you need to know
Intro
The Selinda Canoe Trail is a must do now expeditionary canoe safari along Botswana's Selinda Spillway which has only flowed since 2009 and will dry up again soon. Exceptional rains in Botswana in early 2014 has ensured that the Spillway will continue to flow certainly for 2014 and 2015, but explore this remarkable, pristine watercourse whilst you still can!
Highlights
Experiencing the bush from water level, powered only by paddle, is extraordinary; the Selinda Canoe Trail reverts back to the spirit of safaris of old, when days were spent on impromptu exploration and each night was spent camping in a simple dome tent along the banks of a river.
Need To Know
A fully backed-up 5 days/4 nights canoeing and walking expedition for 2-8 people on set departures 16 May-11 September 2014; 20 May-11 September 2015. A 45 km journey along the Selinda Spillway camping each night in dome tents with roll-mattresses, comfortable linen and bucket showers.
Safaris
Canoeing and walking safaris. New for 2014 and 2015 is a middle day which is a full day of walking to otherwise inaccessible pans, prolific for the wildlife concentrations. Whilst canoeing is the obvious main focus, there is as much time spent walking as canoeing, stopping and exploring whenever the mood and animal activity dictates.
Wildlife
Huge herds of elephants and buffalo. Prolific birdlife. Occasional hippo pods to negotiate carefully around. Sable, wild dog, hyena and lions often seen.
Quick Facts
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Mobile Safari Operator
Average Stay
4 nights
Average Price
2014 5 days/4 nights safari USD2660 per person sharing.
Child Policy
Children aged 12 years plus, unless exclusive group booking where age drops to 8 years.
Accommodation
Up to four 2.7m dome tents with roll mattresses and linen. Communal bucket showers and long-drop loo.
Accolades
Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards 2009:
Great Plains Conservation – Winner Best for Conservation of Wildlife and Habitats
Great Plains Conservation - Safari Awards Winner 2013 for Best Accommodation Group in Africa. Pure Awards 2013 - 'Most Life Enriching Experiences" Great Plains Conservation
Great Plains Conservation – Winner Best for Conservation of Wildlife and Habitats
Great Plains Conservation - Safari Awards Winner 2013 for Best Accommodation Group in Africa. Pure Awards 2013 - 'Most Life Enriching Experiences" Great Plains Conservation
Season
16 May-11 September 2014. 20 May-11 September 2015
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Mobile Safari Operator