Botswana Safaris
We are loading Safaris - phone +27 82 821 3530 - email: info@y-africa.comBotswana safaris are a means of seeing Africa in all her splendour. The only way to appreciate the very best of Africa is by leaving the sprawling cities far behind you. Cities share many similar characteristics but the natural surroundings of Botswana safaris are the true gem offered to visitors who want an experience that is authentic.
Botswana safaris are well known throughout the world as presenting the true African experience.
Southern Africa is the home of Botswana. Safaris in this part of the world have been elevated to a fine art. Due to the country being a former British protectorate, the official language is English.
This part of the southern African continent is perfect for Botswana Safaris. These forays have the distinct advantage of taking place in a country that is seventy percent Kalahari Desert. Visitors enter from South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia all bordering Botswana. Safaris are the most popular reason for visitors coming to Botswana.
Safaris are so important to the country's economy that every detail is carefully executed. This is so that all Botswana Safaris are of the highest standard. Botswana Safaris show off all the beauty of an African country that is landlocked and therefore dependent on the splendour of a terrain that is mainly flat or gently unending tablelands. The flatness of the land lends itself well to Botswana safaris. This type of terrain makes it easier to spot game in Botswana. Safaris in such conditions always delight the visitor to Botswana.
Safaris are not only subject to one kind of terrain in the location of Botswana. Safaris are held in a variety of locations. The visitor to this part of Africa can see locations like the Makgadikgadi Pan, the Okavango Delta and the Limpopo River Basin. This basin is partly in Botswana. Safaris are held in the section of the basin that lies within the borders of Botswana. Safaris take into account the terrain of the location in order to provide a specific kind of experience.
Botswana safaris truly give a unique exposure to Africa. This is borne out by the enjoyment of visitors from South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia to Botswana. Safaris are not novel to visitors from the rest of Africa. Yet, Botswana safaris are still in demand by other Africans.
However, this country has not remained the ‘best kept secret' of Africans alone. Word of high quality Botswana Safaris has spread far and wide. Not only do visitors get to enjoy sighting all the wild game and natural beauty close up but they are able to do it in comfort and safety.
There are Botswana safaris that cater for specific groups of people. For example, it is possible to do it from atop an elephant. Each person in the group is carried by their very own elephant. If you prefer, you could use a horse to see the wilds of Botswana. Safaris from horseback have proved to be popular. There are also expeditions using quad bikes or just plain walking through the unspoiled environment of Botswana.
Safaris are also specifically put together to suit the family unit. These are in locations where there is no age restriction by mobile tour operators. These locations also have very comfortable lodges that keep the kids happy. Kids on Botswana safaris could have the benefit of a number of outdoor activities under expert supervision. Such Botswana safaris also make use of lodges with safari schools for kids. Of course, there are nannies to make life easier for parents. Families also get the option of a tented camp instead of a lodge in Botswana. Safaris for the family could be customised to suit the needs of specific families. However, certain types of expeditions (like horseback and walking) are only available to certain ages. No matter which of the family orientated Botswana safaris you choose, your kids will get fun and educational value from the trip.
Large parts of the country have been declared as national parks in Botswana. Safaris organised and managed by experienced tour operators make use of the natural fauna and flora to give visitors an unforgettable time spent in the country of Botswana.
Safaris can be enjoyed in Chobe, 2nd biggest national park. It not only has the most game in the country but the most game in Africa. Visitors are always impressed by the many elephants migrating around the large park. The Chobe and Linyanti Rivers run through the park and there are many categories of lodges.
In the middle of Botswana, safaris move through the massive Kalahari National Park. It's the biggest in Africa. You will see prehistoric riverbeds, wide open plain and salt pans. One part is made up of shrubs and trees and another of impressive sand dunes. A section has many trees forming a wood. There is uninterrupted sand from the Orange River to lush Zaire, approximately two thousand five hundred kilometres.
Botswana safaris are also undertaken in the Okavango Delta. In this large basin is the Okavango River with its origin many thousands of kilometres away in Angola. This inland delta is verdant and luxurious with fewer viewing vehicles than other parks.
The Moremi Game Reserve is also appreciated by all participants of Botswana safaris. The reserve is in the delta area close to Maun and was started by locals. It has held the official title of ‘most beautiful reserve in Africa'. Not surprising as it has one of the ‘richest ecosystems in Africa'. Game watching is made up of a diverse variety of birds, herbivores and carnivores including black and white rhino. Landscape is made up of forests, waterways, pans, lagoons, pools and an island. This reserve is particularly popular for self-drive camper excursions.
Other Botswana safaris are to be found in Linyanti and Savuti Reserves.
The Linyanti River is the border between Botswana and Namibia. The river eventually becomes a swamp with waterways lined with papyrus that run into forests of marula and ebony. This reserve has hyena, birds, foxes, zebra, cheetah, lion, wild dog, lion, cheetah, leopard, hippo and elephant of Botswana.
Safaris in Savuti get the best viewing location. There are stony outcrops, savannah and ancient marsh. There are wide grasslands with wild game like hyena, zebra, warthog, impala and kudu.
Botswana safaris are available from comfortable all the way through ultra-luxurious and run by experienced and certified tour operators accustomed to impressing international visitors with the best of Africa and Botswana. Safaris are suited to every expectation.