Botswana
Safari Highlights
What toExperience on
Your Botswana Safari
Botswana is an iconic safari destination, ranking easily as one of the best places on the planet to experience raw, untamed wilderness and see game in abundance. Its stunning natural beauty and majestic landscapes leave a lasting impact on visitors, staying with them long after they’ve departed.
To appreciate the full depth and breadth of Botswana’s beauty, you have to experience its variety, as well as its epic scale. The array of animals that live in, or pass through the country is phenomenal. From the vast herds of elephants in Chobe National Park to the majestic black-maned lions of the Kalahari, the main attraction in Botswana is its wildlife. The spectacle of seeing these magnificent creatures is further enhanced by the awe-inspiring settings in which you view them.
Be sure to include these unforgettable experiences and sights in your safari itinerary to truly capture the essence of the best of a Botswana safari.
Experience Nature
In The Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta is a magical region that reveals the cycles of nature before your very eyes. The changing seasons bring rain and floods, transforming the landscape into a maze of rivulets and waterways. Visible from space, this vast and vibrant network of rivers and channels is a wonderland to explore by mokoro. The traditional canoe, expertly navigated by local boatmen, offers a unique way to engage with the surrounding landscape. It also allows for a peaceful experience while viewing wildlife.
See Wildlife
In Chobe National Park
Chobe National Park, Botswana’s second largest national park, spans approximately 10,566 square kilometres. It is renowned for hosting the largest concentrations of elephants on the African continent. The park’s most prominent feature, the Chobe River, attracts large herds of elephants and buffalo. It also draws pods of hippos and giant crocodiles. Offering both land and water-based safari experiences, Chobe is a popular destination and often busier than other regions. For those seeking the best of a Botswana safari, we recommend visiting Chobe at the start of your journey. This allows you to experience the greater solitude found in other parts of Botswana afterward.
Witness The Incredible
Zebra Migration
While it can be challenging to get the timing right, the annual zebra migration of over 20,000 Burchell’s zebra is incredible. It is a stunning spectacle that makes the trip entirely worthwhile! The massive herds start moving from the Chobe River in early December. They begin their journey southwards in search of fresh grazing, triggered by the rain in the Nxai Pan area. This relatively newly discovered route likely resurfaced due to the removal of previously erected fences. This change allowed the animals to resume their ancient migratory patterns. Their journey covers about 250 kilometres and typically takes 14-20 days. Some animals take more than 30 days to cover up to 400 kilometres. This makes the round-trip the longest straight-line distance covered by any African wildlife land migration! This is a testament not only to the resilience of nature despite human intervention but also to the animals’ genetic imperative to migrate.
Visit the Ancient
Kalahari Desert
The spectacular Kalahari Desert comprises 82% of this landlocked country, and although it is classified as a desert, it boasts a variety of wildlife. The best way to learn about the unique species is by spending time with the San people. They have inhabited this region for thousands of years and can share how these species have adapted to the harsh climate. Walking with the San on guided bush tours offers a glimpse into their ancient wisdom and knowledge of the land. You’ll learn how to forage for food, identify which plants are edible, and how to track and spot game. This experience is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors.
Did any (or all!) of these Botswana safari highlights intrigue you? If so, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our experts at Safari365 are ready to help you plan the perfect tailor-made safari tour to ensure you get the best Botswana safari experience, ensuring an unforgettable adventure tailored just for you. Contact us today to start crafting your dream journey.
