The Okavango Delta’s Dynamic Water Levels
Among the few real wildernesses on Earth is the Okavango Delta Although humans have not seen it for millions of years, it has passed through several cycles. Even in the…
Age Restrictions for Children on a Botswana safari
Botswana has more age restrictions for children compared to other safari destinations in Africa. Due to remoteness and most camps in Botswana not being fenced, every lodge and camp has…
What is a mobile camping safari?
Of all the safari destinations, Botswana has perfected the art of mobile camping. A mobile camping safari creates the modern-day experience of the expeditions of Africa's early explorers. It is…
How much does a Botswana safari cost?
Botswana is one of Africa's most expensive safari locations. In some ways, it may be the most costly, alongside Tanzania, because there are only a few budget levels of camps…
Explore the Okavango Delta by Mokoro
Exploring the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro, or wooden dugout canoe, is the most spectacular way to experience this vast wetland in Botswana. If you've ever thought about going…
Where to go on your first African safari?
Where to go on your first African safari? If you normally organise your own travel, the excitement of planning your first African safari can start well. However, it can quickly…
Kazungula Bridge – Botswana and Zambia
Exciting news! The Kazungula Bridge is due for completion in December 2020. Gone will be the days of depending on a pontoon ferry to cross the Zambezi River that runs…
When is a good time to travel to Botswana?
Botswana's climate is semi-arid. Though it is hot and dry for much of the year, there is a rainy season, from November to March. Rainfall tends to be erratic, unpredictable…
Okavango Delta from space!
The Okavango Delta as seen from space! The Okavango Delta is the largest inland delta in the world, covering a surface between 15,000 km² and 22,000 km² during flooding. The…
What to read before heading to Botswana
We have found that nothing quite inspires like a good book. Here is a selection of books that will give you a taste of Botswana in various forms; personal experiences…
Flood Predictions for the Okavango Delta
In 2019 the rainfall in the Angola highlands was way below average and the Okavango floods were almost non-existent. So, what are the predictions for 2020? So far, there have…
Travelling to Botswana with children
You may have heard that South Africa dropped its requirement for children under 18 to have unabridged birth certificates to enter the country in late 2019. Please note that this…