Wilderness Safaris Vumbura Plains Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
Wilderness Safaris Vumbura Plains Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana
Known for its sprawling verdant grasslands, the Okavango Delta is hailed as one of the most spectacular wilderness destinations in the world. Occupying a number of camps in the expansive World Heritage Site, Wilderness Safaris originated in 1983 in Botswana, bringing about an abundance of experience and expertise.
My two day visit to the luxurious Wilderness Safaris Vumbura Plains Camp commences on a Monday morning. I am flying with Airlink, and the Embraer 135 is waiting on the tarmac to fly us from Cape Town International Airport directly to Maun International Airport in Botswana. With only two hours and thirty-five minutes travel time from Cape Town to Botswana, you cannot go wrong with Airlink. The friendly flight attendant today is the delightful Dedrè Engelbrecht, who, like all Airlink staff, goes the extra mile to make everyone feel comfortable.
I land at Maun International Airport just after 1pm and proceed through passport control to have another stamp added by a friendly immigration official. Clearing customs and out the other side, I check in for my Wilderness Air flight to Wilderness Safaris Vumbura Plains Camp. The Cessna Grand Caravan is gleaming under the African sun and soon we are up in the blue yonder. Seated next to the pilot, I have a bird?s eye view of the rolling wilderness, stretching for miles. We approach the Okavango Delta and I am awe-struck by the beauty and size of the tributar...
Source:
Upscale Living Magazine
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http://www.upscalelivingmag.com
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