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John Chase Safaris, Central Okavango | Timbuktu Travel
Central Okavango

John Chase Safaris

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About John Chase Safaris

Tailor-made tours from a Botswana safari veteran
Botswanan to the core, John Chase is a seasoned mobile safari operator who brings to the table a lifetime of bush knowledge and local know-how. He's an expert on this vast ecosystem, and speaks fluent Setswana, the principle local language. His trips traverse the breadth of the country, from the seasonal waterways and palm islands of the Okavango Delta to the sun-scorched landscapes of the Makgadikgadi Pans, the riparian waterways of the Selinda Spillway, and the predator-rich Khwai Concession. Nothing is pre-packaged here, so contact John if you're after a safari that's individually tailored for you and your travel companions.
Central Okavango , Botswana
From $580 per person/per night
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The property

The camps chosen depend on your budget and itinerary, ranging from smart fixed tents with bush-chic decor and a swimming pool, to temporary fly camps with a mess tent and a camp fire at their heart. Most camps will be the latter, but we urge you not to underestimate the comfort each offers. Fixed camps are very selectively chosen, and aim to support the most up-to-scratch locally owned businesses.

The rooms

Mobile accommodation consists of dome tents, Meru-style Comfort Tents, and larger Meru Luxury Tents. Each sleep two in a double bed (the dome tent) or two large twin beds. All have off-the-grid en-suite facilities (a hot bucket shower and not-unpleasant long-drop toilet). Tent space and luxury varies according to budget, but all are perfectly adequate, serviced daily and secure from insects and critters. Fixed accommodation is usually quite high-end, featuring sumptuous beds, great views and amenities such as deep bathtubs.

Activities

Activities vary according to region, but your tour always aims to provide you with a multi-faceted view of the area and its inhabitants. Options include game drives (most common), guided walks, mokoro rides, boat trips, and night drives (though not in every region). Whatever your experience, whether watching lions in Savute, chuckling at Chobe's elephant families bathing, or meditating on the Kalahari's utter vastness, your guides will give you some real insights into what you see and what you don't.
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How to book John Chase Safaris

How do I book John Chase Safaris?

John Chase Safaris can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Botswana trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Botswana trips featuring John Chase Safaris or get advice and suggestions from one of our Botswana specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at John Chase Safaris?

Stays at John Chase Safaris start from around $580 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Central Okavango

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