Botswana sits in the centre of Africa, 950-metres above sea level and over 600km from the nearest coastline. It’s arid, flat and three quarters is covered in the sands of the Kalahari.
So how can there be an area of wetland within the desert?
It takes six months for water from the highlands of Angola to trickle down and fill the Okavango Delta. And when it does, it comes alive with birds, frogs and mammals as well as animals only found in watery delta areas, such as the endemic antelope species.
We always suggest including a few camps on your itinerary. That way, you get to try a variety of safaris: land, boat and mokoro (a dugout canoe). You also see the array of animals that call it home. Here, big cats roam free, there are more elephants than in any other country, and there’s everything from aquatic antelope to abundant birdlife.
You can still visit during the Green Season (it’s often quieter between December and April). But most people choose the drier months of May to October. If you want to travel then, make sure you plan well in advance and can be a bit flexible with dates and routes.
Please note: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) issues travel advice on destinations, which includes information on passports, visas, health, safety and security. We urge you to visit their website before deciding to travel.
