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Celebrating Botswana
We would heartily agree with the Lonely Planet vote that
saw Botswana named as its top country to visit in 2016.
This exceptional safari destination, which also celebrates
50 years of independence this year, is a rare combination
of desert and delta, coupled with staggering amounts of
wildlife. If you want a classic safari amid Africa’s iconic big
game, with wonderful guiding and lovely accommodation,
then look no further than this irresistible paradise.
Here are Aardvark Safaris’ top ten reasons to visit:
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Terrific accommodation from classic
tented camps to out of this world luxury.
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Arguably the best game viewing
on the continent, with the likes of
Mombo Island in the Okavango Delta
renown for exceptional predator and
prey activity, and Chobe chock-full of
enormous elephants.
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Never a dull moment with a greater range of safari activities
than almost anywhere else: game drives, guided bush walks,
elephant back safaris, riding safaris, boating, mobile or self-
drive safaris, and cultural encounters.
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A whopping 38
%
of land is protected for wildlife and nature
conservation. The low impact tourism policy ensures strictly
controlled visitor numbers so the safari areas are crowd-free.
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A wonderful choice for families with specialist children’s
guides and several camps offering specific children’s
programmes.
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Great for the charm factor too – who wouldn’t be captivated
spending morning chilling out with habituated meerkats or an
afternoon with the elephant herd at Abu Camp?
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The second largest migration in Africa
when in February, around 75,000 zebra
and wildebeest flock to the Makgadikgadi
grasslands.
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Don’t be deceived by the cost. Yes,
some camps are deservedly pricey, but
there are options to suit every budget –
from an expedition style mobile to a
bucket list extravaganza.
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It’s one of Africa’s most politically
stable countries
Home to superb riding safaris – see our top 5
Botswana riding options at bit.ly/5BestBotsRiding
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The Okavango Delta:
beautiful and tranquil -
one of the seven natural
wonders of Africa – it is
home to an astounding
array of birds and
wildlife. Gliding through
the watery channels is
without compare.
