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Botswana

Nicknamed “The African Miracle,” Botswana stands as one of Africa’s most prosperous and peaceful nations. While still emerging as a tourist destination, it remains a land of untapped wonder—40% of its territory is dedicated to wildlife, much of it untouched. Once exclusive to affluent travellers due to remote luxury lodges and charter flights (particularly in the Okavango Delta), Botswana has expanded its accessibility. Thanks to government and private sector investments, more affordable infrastructure now opens the door to experiences like wilderness camping. What truly sets Botswana apart is its exceptional natural heritage, offering pristine landscapes for responsible exploration. Conservation is at the heart of its identity, inviting travellers to connect with nature—respectfully and sustainably.

WHY CHOOSE BOTSWANA

Our bucketlist

  • Experience mobile camping under Botswana’s starry skies.
  • Glide through the waterways on a traditional mokoro safari.
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Okavango Delta.

  • Marvel at Chobe National Park’s massive elephant herds.

  • Discover ancient rock art at Tsodilo Hills, Botswana’s sacred “Louvre of the Desert”.

  • Track the majestic black-maned Kalahari lions.

  • Spot rare antelopes like the aquatic sitatunga, puku, and red lechwe.

  • Witness the annual zebra migration in Makgadikgadi National Park.

  • Learn about the ancient traditions of the San.

Xaxaba island camp – Mokoro experience
Baobabs, Kubu Island, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana – © Adobe Stock
Buffalo herd in the Okavango delta - © Getty
Buffalo herd in the Okavango delta
Sunrise surprise - Elephants greeting campers in Botswana - © Adobe Stock
Sunrise surprise – Elephants greeting campers in Botswana
Leopard watching from a tree, at the Okavango delta – © Getty

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Gweta’s Baobabs

In the vicinity of Gweta, a small village located approximately 205 km from Maun, there are baobabs which have the status of national monuments. Greens Baobab was named after the hunter and trader Frederick Thomas Green in the 19th century. About 11 km further south of Green’s Baobab is the much more impressive Chapman Baobab, which is 25 m in circumference and was historically used as a navigation beacon. It was also used as an old post office by explorers, traders and passing travelers, many of whom left inscriptions on its chest. On January 7, 2016, Chapman’s Baobab fell. It is not yet known what caused his fall or whether the tree is still alive.

Baobab tree, Makgadigadi Pans at Gweta, Botswana - © Adobe Stock
Baobab tree, Makgadigadi Pans at Gweta, Botswana