Wilderness Qorokwe is in an awesome, game-rich private area in the south-eastern reaches of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. This concession borders the well renowned Moremi Game Reserve on the east by the Gomoti Channel and the Santantadibe River on the west ensuring excellent game viewing year-round and the birding is also excellent. The area is typical of the Okavango Delta with seasonal floodplains dotted with palm islands, wooded islands and tranquil seasonal waterways and is one of the few great dry and wet combination camps when waters levels permit. The camp itself is stunningly positioned overlooking a lagoon with resident Hippo. The name Qorokwe means “the place where the buffalo broke through the bush into the water” evoking the high-density game area in which this camp is situated.
Maun Airport (MUB)
Being in a private concession, Wilderness Qorokwe can offer bush walks and night-drives in addition to the usual game drives, and the highly knowledgeable guides at Qorokwe are allowed to drive off-road to get a closer look at animals. The wildlife in this area is incredible, with healthy populations of lion, leopard, hyaena, cheetah and wild dog as well as buffalo, giraffe and elephant. Morning and early evening game drives allow for thrilling encounters with Qorokwe’s awesome wildlife, which is plentiful year-round. Night-drives offer guests a chance to see the smaller more nocturnal animals with spotlights. Walking safaris are leisurely, and time is taken to observe the smaller things in the bush that would normally be missed on game-drives. Walking safaris can only be taken when the grass is short enough to be safe so not usually between February/March and June. Mokoro safaris can also be arranged, dependant on suitable water levels. These dug-out canoes are poled by an experienced poler in the shallower waters of the Okavango and are a wonderfully peaceful way to see the waterways. Wilderness Qorokwe also has a secluded pool area which is in an ideal spot for an afternoon siesta between morning and afternoon game drives. Guests can relax on a pool lounger with a book and a cold drink from the bar.
Wilderness Qorokwe is a beautifully designed camp; the style is that of classic-meets-modern without being overly contemporary; it is a stunning combination of both. The camp is comprised of 8 twin/double luxury tented rooms on raised wooden decks to take advantage of the stunning view across the lagoon. Each tent comprises en-suite facilities with separate toilet, indoor shower with an inward opening door which gives the illusion of an outdoor shower experience, indoor bath, double vanity basin, private viewing deck with outdoor seating area, indoor lounge area, luggage rack, mosquito screen sliding doors and mosquito net, writing desk and chair, tea and coffee making facilities, electronic safe, multi-plug adaptor with USB points, an umbrella, yoga mat, weights and hairdryer. There is also a stunning 2 bedroomed family unit with its own dining table, fireplace and plunge pool. The main area comprises dining, lounge and bar areas with fire places and relaxation areas (including hanging beds) on elevated wooden platforms, a fire-pit area on ground level, a pool, curio shop, Pizza oven and a traditional boma for dining under the stars. Massages are available for you to enjoy in the privacy of your tent.
We’ll meet at 4 p.m. at our hotel in Luzern (Lucerne) for a “Welcome to Switzerland” meeting. Then we’ll take a meandering evening walk through Switzerland’s most charming lakeside town, and get acquainted with one another over dinner together. Sleep in Luzern (2 nights). No bus. Walking: light.
Enjoy an orientation walk of Zurich’s OLD TOWN, Switzerland’s center of banking and commerce. Then, leave Zurich and start your Swiss adventure. You’ll quickly discover that Switzerland isn’t just home to the Alps, but also to some of the most beautiful lakes. First, stop at the foot of the Jura Mountains in the picturesque town of Biel, known as Bienne by French-speaking Swiss, famous for watch-making, and explore the historical center. Next, enjoy a scenic drive to lakeside Neuchâtel, dominated by the medieval cathedral and castle. Time to stroll along the lake promenade before continuing to stunning Geneva, the second-largest city in Switzerland, with its fantastic lakeside location and breathtaking panoramas of the Alps.
Our morning drive takes us from Swiss lakes to Swiss Army. At the once-secret Swiss army bunker at Fortress Fürigen, we’ll see part of the massive defense system designed to keep Switzerland strong and neutral. Afterward, a short drive into the countryside brings us to the charming Alpine village of Engelberg, our picturesque home for the next two days. We’ll settle into our lodge then head out for an orientation walk. Our stroll through the village will end at the Engelberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery with its own cheese-making operation. You’ll have free time to wander back before dinner together. Sleep in Engelberg (2 nights). Bus: 1 hr. Walking: light.
An unforgettable trip to the high Alpine wonderland of ice and snow is the true highlight of a visit to Switzerland. Globus Local Favorite At an amazing 11,332 feet, the JUNGFRAUJOCH is Europe’s highest railway station. Jungfrau’s 13,642-foot summit was first ascended in 1811 and in 1912 the rack railway was opened. There are lots of things to do here: enjoy the ALPINE SENSATION, THE PANORAMA 360° EXPERIENCE, and the ICE PALACE. Also receive your JUNGFRAU PASSPORT as a souvenir to take home with you. The round trip to the “Top of Europe” by MOUNTAIN TRAIN will take most of the day.
