Botswana trip | Intimate camps in Botswana

Situated in the enchanting Okavango Delta, the Duba Plains Private Reserve is one of the best places to explore Botswana’s unspoilt wilderness. The landscape is characterised by vast plains combined with woodlands, criss-crossed by a network of crystal-clear waterways.
Visitors can enjoy relaxing boat trips on the delta’s tranquil rivers, exciting game drives and mystical night safaris in the African bush, where you can spot a wealth of nocturnal wildlife. Common wildlife species include hippos, wildebeest, hyenas, giraffes, elephants, lechwe antelope, buffalo and warthogs. You can also spot up to 200 species of birds here, go on horseback safaris through unspoilt grasslands and round off the day with a glass of fine wine under the sparkling African starry sky.

One of the biggest attractions in Africa and one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world are the Victoria Falls on Zambezi River. The Victoria Falls is the only waterfall with a length of almost a kilometre and a height of about 100 metres. The waterfall lies as a piece of natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe and is called Mosi oa tunya, the smoke that thunders. From here, the adventurous among you can also conquer the Zambezi in a splashing white water rafting excursion with water rapids like "the devils washing machine". There is also the opportunity to take a chilling plunge down a bungee jump from the bridge at the falls. But a "Flight of the Angels" by helicopter, ultralight or small plane will also be a lasting memory. This sightseeing flight is called The flight of the Angels because, according to the discoverer of the falls, Dr Livingstone, even angels flew around here to witness this beautiful natural phenomenon.

Stretching out from the banks of the spectacular Zambezi River, the Zambezi National Park is best-known for its natural beauty, abundant game and world-renowned river. The park is home to a variety of wildlife including the famous Big Five as well as herds of sable antelope, eland, zebra, giraffe, kudu and over 400 bird species. A large floodplain characterises the landscape which is snaked by numerous rivers and dotted with acacia and miombo woodlands. Visitors can look forward to a variety of activities such as: excellent wildlife viewing, game drives, bird watching, kayaking safaris, and guided bush walks.

Zimbabwe is a country in Africa and borders Zambia, Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana. Its area is 390,580 square kilometres, making it 9.4 times the size of the Netherlands. The country is known for its pristine nature and wildlife parks. The landscape is hilly and has some mountainous areas. Major attractions are therefore Lake Kariba, the Zambezi River and the Victoria Falls.

Despite recent and surprisingly rapid modernisation, Botswana's cities offer few tourist attractions. However, this is more than made up for in the surrounding desert areas of outstanding, natural beauty. The main attraction is undoubtedly the vast red expanse of the Kalahari Desert and its remarkably beautiful Okavango Delta, the largest inland delta in the world that provides a haven for an abundance of African wildlife. Other highlights include the impressive Makgadikgadi salt pans with massive zebra migrations during the flood season; the Savuti plains where large packs of lions live; and the Tsodilo Hills, where 4,500 petroglyphs form an extraordinary story of human habitation over many millennia.

The Mapula and Sekwana Concession, also known as NG12 (an acronym for the broader Ngamiland) is situated north of the breathtaking Okavango Delta, spreading out over 220,000 acres, and is accessible via a 45-minute light aircraft trip from Maun. This Community Concession boasts magnificent delta landscapes, as well as mopane woodlands. In the southern part of the park, visitors will be able to see prolific birdlife (African paradise flycatcher, Carmine bee-eaters, and the endangered wattled crane) as well as giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, lions, wild dogs, and numerous antelope species. A range of guided tours and game drives are on offer. Several villages are encompassed by the concession, and the local communities work in conjunction with NG12 management to sustain the beautiful natural area.

In 1963, Chief Moremi III declared this 4,871 km² area a game reserve. Thanks to his foresight, we now have one of the world’s most famous game reserves. The reserve’s biodiversity is exceptionally rich. The unspoilt wilderness comprises lakes, marshes, acacia forests and savannah.
This diversity supports an incredibly wide range of wildlife, ranging from large herds of buffalo, wildebeest and zebras, to the rare sitatunga and lechwe antelopes, as well as lions, cheetahs and packs of wild dogs in the open grasslands. The birdlife is extremely rich and includes the majority of the 550 bird species featured on Botswana’s national bird list. A range of luxury lodges within the reserve offer visitors the perfect base from which to experience this paradise.

Situated in the heart of the largest sand plain on Earth, the Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s most astonishing and complex environments, home to a vast variety of wildlife. Unique as one of the world’s few inland deltas, its calm waters and lush native forests provide a safe haven for countless birds and other wildlife. The Okavango Delta offers a range of activities for visitors, including safaris, birdwatching and fishing. You can experience this magical world of islands and waterways from land, from the water or from the air.
Highlights include the elusive sitatunga antelopes that have found refuge in this unspoilt wetland ecosystem, whilst birds such as the African fish eagle, the furred fish owl and many others put on a spectacular display.

The Kwando-Linyanti river system is home to a series of private game reserves, known for their exotic species and luxury safari accommodations. An abundance of wildlife roam among the ancient river plains and forests that make up the reserves. The number of predators in this area increases during the dry season, when large herds of impala, wildebeest, giraffe and buffalo come to water. The area also harbours the world's highest density of elephants. Several groups of wild dogs live in the area and lions, leopards and cheetahs are also frequently spotted. Night safaris allow for nocturnal animals such as civet cats, genetta, honey badger and spring hares. The vast, untamed wilderness is the perfect location for those seeking a uniquely African adventure in an exclusive and remote habitat.

The Panhandle is a stretch of the Okavango River and the main water source of the Okavango Delta. The Panhandle follows a more or less straight course for about 70 kilometres before it enters the wetlands. It is a deep channel that offers excellent opportunities for tiger and bream fishing, while the surrounding forests and shallow waters of the river are teeming with a large number of birds. Several villages are scattered along the Panhandle, and about 40 kilometres west lie the Tsodilo Hills, with their abundance of tribal cave paintings, some dating back 20, 000 years. There are also a number of renowned river camps that offer tourist accommodation.

Selinda Reserve is a private game reserve covering no less than 130,000 hectares. Nestled between the beautiful Savute Channel, the impressive Chobe National Park and the spectacular Okavango Delta, this remote nature reserve lies far off the beaten track and offers visitors an exclusive safari experience.
The varied landscape is home to a wide diversity of animal species across a range of habitats, including rare roan and sable antelopes, endangered African wild dogs, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras and large herds of elephants. Birdwatchers will also be in their element here, with numerous bird species, including the impressive African fish eagle.
During an evening safari, you’ll discover the fascinating world of nocturnal animals at their most active. You can also enjoy canoe safaris, guided bush walks and adventurous 4x4 game drives through this unspoilt wilderness.