{"id":325,"date":"2024-09-12T04:10:23","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T04:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lunferkavodi.com\/?p=325"},"modified":"2025-07-22T10:12:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T10:12:16","slug":"why-botswana-should-be-next-on-your-bucket-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lunferkavodi.com\/index.php\/2024\/09\/12\/why-botswana-should-be-next-on-your-bucket-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Botswana Should Be Next on Your Bucket List"},"content":{"rendered":"
Botswana<\/span><\/a> is a country of contrasts and one of the few remaining wildlife sanctuaries\u00a0<\/span>in the world<\/span>. Picture a m\u00e9lange of species and unspoilt landscapes, with winding waterways fringed by papyrus plants and otherworldly glittering salt pans.\u00a0It’s also home to a third of the\u00a0world’s\u00a0elephants, an impressive\u00a0<\/span>big<\/span>\u00a0cat population, and adorable meerkat mobs, to name just a few! Most importantly, it’s a haven for endangered wildlife like African wild dogs and black rhinos, making it a dream come true for conservation enthusiasts. As one of our\u00a0<\/span>personal<\/span>\u00a0favourite safari destinations, here’s\u00a0why Botswana should be next on your bucket list<\/span>…<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n There are so many reasons why Botswana should be next on your bucket list, Image Credit: Wilderness Safaris<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Botswana is the perfect holiday destination for photography and wildlife enthusiasts, romantic getaways<\/a>, and solo and group travellers. It’s for you if you want to dig a little deeper, see more, and get face-to-face with nature in its wildest form.<\/p>\n With incredible wildlife, making it one of the best photographic safari destinations in the world and a high-quality but low-impact tourism model, it’s a fantastic destination for eco-conscious and sustainability-centred guests. If you want all the wilderness but still like the bells and whistles of a luxury safari, you can rest assured that these accommodations offer luxury, and some have private airstrips for fuss-free travel between destinations.\u00a0<\/p>\n The guides here are in a league of their own, knowing their local areas like the back of their hands. Then, there’s the diversity of safaris, from game drives, mokoro, houseboats, bush walks, quad biking and horseback safaris; you’ll never run out of ways to admire the vastness and wow moments they bring.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Admire the Chobe River from sunrise to sunset, Image Credit: Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Here are some of our must-see destinations when visiting Botswana. Each will feel like a world of its own, bringing plenty of pinch-me moments.<\/p>\n Immensity and diversity\u00a0are the name of the game at\u00a0<\/span>Chobe National Park<\/span><\/a>, with <\/span>an abundance of<\/span> species calling it home.\u00a0<\/span>Known as the “Elephant Capital” of the world, Chobe\u00a0<\/span>is dominated<\/span> by countless <\/span>of <\/span>these\u00a0<\/span>grand<\/span> creatures<\/span>, as well as<\/span> many other wildlife species.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For example, you can look forward to seeing the rest of the Big 5<\/span>, as well as<\/span> the zebra, giraffe, endangered African wild dog, civet, hyena, baboon and puku antelope.<\/span> In addition to these land animals, crocodiles and hippos lurk beneath the\u00a0water’s surface.\u00a0<\/span>There are also so many ways to explore this wildlife-rich area<\/span>. For<\/span>\u00a0instance, game drives, <\/span>photographic safaris<\/span><\/a>, bush walks and boat cruises.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Imagine being surrounded by these Gentle Giants, Image Credit: Chobe Game Lodge<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Boat tours offer uninterrupted views of elephants in the Chobe River<\/p>\n<\/div>\n We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, and gone on all the activities! It’s a tough life, but someone’s got to do it. Here are our top places to stay when visiting\u00a0<\/span>Chobe National Park<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n As the oldest and only permanent accommodation inside this national park and located on the banks of the Chobe River, Chobe Game Lodge<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is one of the best places to stay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We also love their “silent safari” offering, taking an eco-friendly approach to the traditional safari with solar-powered boats and game-drive vehicles. This creates a deeply immersive experience and ensures you leave minimal impact. Each suite is built to give you prime views from your private balcony over the Chobe River.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Welcome to paradise, Image Credit: Chobe Game Lodge<\/p>\n<\/div>\n With its incredible hilltop location, Chobe Chilwero<\/a> proudly overlooks the Chobe River and its floodplains, making every angle a spectacular vantage point.\u00a0<\/p>\n Accommodation is limited, so you’re guaranteed personal service where no detail is overlooked. From delectable cuisine to comfortable game-drive vehicles and motorboats with experienced guides, this is a true “sanctuary” experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n A gentle wash of natural colours and textures, Image Credit: Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Private plunge pools, indoor and outdoor showers, a deck overlooking the Chobe River, and a flood-lit waterhole… What more could you ask for?<\/p>\n Perhaps being located in Botswana\u2019s most prolific wildlife destination known for its exceptionally high-density wildlife population. It’s not a dream, but a dream stay at Ngoma Safari Lodge<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n How’s this for a view? Image Credit: Ngoma Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<\/div>\n We love how unique, eco-friendly, and luxurious Chobe Bakwena Lodge<\/a> is! Treetop accommodation, coupled with fine dining prepared by expert chefs and enjoyed on your private terrace, makes this lodge a firm favourite of ours.\u00a0<\/p>\n The lush riverine forest it’s embedded in makes you feel like you’re sitting on Mother Nature’s lap. Plus, other than plenty of safari and nature-based activities, Chobe Bakwena offers a cycling adventure through the wilderness!\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Tap into the heartbeat of Mother Nature, Image Credit: Chobe Bakwena<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Two-thirds of the Savute channel is found within the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve<\/a>, combined with the unique Linyanti River and vast woodlands. In short? It’s a special place! Although its neighbour, the Okavango Delta, is more well-known, Linyanti Wildlife Reserve is not to be skipped. Like with siblings, you should never assume they’re similar, as these two destinations offer remarkably different experiences even though they’re near one another.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n All the space your heart could desire\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n From eco-havens and bush tents, here are all the places we love recommending to our guests \u2013 and they keep wanting to return to!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The name “Duma Tau” means “roar of the lion”, which already alludes to the wildlife show you can look forward to.\u00a0<\/span>The Duma Tau <\/a>lodge is eco-consciously built from sustainable timber, running on solar and mindfully constructed along the bustling corridors to give you easy access to the wildlife’s daily rituals.<\/span><\/p>\n We especially love the sun loungers half-immersed in the pool overlooking the river, our favourite place to cheers to another day in paradise with our toes in the water as we watch the sun slink towards the horizon in a spectacular display of colour.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Admire the Linyanti River with a sundowner in hand, Image Credit: Wilderness Duma Tau<\/p>\n<\/div>\n One of the best places to admire elephants (and we mean a lot <\/em>of elephants), <\/span>King’s Pool<\/span><\/a>,\u00a0is a must if you’re a big fan of the Gentle Giants. Birders will also enjoy the nearby bird hides, positioned to give you the best views of the flurry of feathery beauties calling this region home.\u00a0<\/p>\n The accommodation feels authentically African, and the space \u2013 oh, the space \u2013 of the wilderness rolling into the distance is enough to stir your deepest emotions. They have a fantastic semi-circle boma overlooking the river, the cosiest setting to share safari stories around the fire.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Just because you’re coming to Africa doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your luxuries, Image Credit: King’s Pool<\/p>\n<\/div>\n A place of mystery,\u00a0<\/span>Savute Safari Lodge\u00a0<\/span><\/a>is found, <\/span>like<\/span> its name suggests, on the banks of the Savute River. This area is known for its thriving elephant and lion populations, and you’ll often <\/span>be treated<\/span>\u00a0to sightings right from the lodge’s deck.<\/span><\/p>\n Although the region is fairly flat, a hilly landmark and natural art gallery calls to you \u2013 Gubatsa Hills. Here, you admire the ancient rock art paintings giving you insights into the rich cultural past. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Elephants coming for a sip, Image Credit: Savute Safari Lodge<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Venture into the Chobe Enclave in the Linyanti Swamps, one of <\/span>the<\/span> most wildlife-rich and sought-after settings <\/span>in northern Botswana<\/span>.<\/span> And it does feel like a bush camp in every way, as if you’re becoming one with your surroundings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The\u00a0<\/span>Linyanti Bush Camp<\/span><\/a>\u00a0offers accommodation (and adventure) in Meru-style canvas tents, complete with luxe outdoor clawfoot baths so you can soak while you soak in the views. The only problem here is that you’ll never want to leave!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Slip into a foamy bath with an ice-cold flute of bubbly, Image Credit: Linyanti Bush Camp<\/p>\n<\/div>\n “The river that never finds the sea” perfectly describes the\u00a0<\/span>Okavango Delta<\/span><\/a>, as many have scratched their heads over why this Delta floods in the dry months. As the\u00a0<\/span>largest inland delta in the world<\/span>, it<\/span> comprises winding waterways snaking through a maze of thousands of little islands.<\/span> This water wonderland lures <\/span>a wealth of<\/span> animals to quench their thirst, splash around, or hunt down their prey. Moreover, crocodiles and hippos <\/span>also<\/span> patrol the water, waiting for their moment to pounce.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n What a sight the Okavango Delta is from the sky<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Splish, splash, wildlife’s taking a bath<\/p>\n<\/div>\n In such a remote setting, it’s important to know where to stay to get the best experience. And, of course, all the luxury you need for a comfortable stay. <\/span><\/p>\n A classic 1920s safari-style accommodation,\u00a0<\/span>Duba Plains Camp<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is in the northern reaches of the Okavango Delta, overlooking game-rich grasslands and seasonal floodplains. It’s in an area so exclusive and remote that you can only get there by light aircraft! Now, that’s something we can get behind.<\/span><\/p>\n If <\/span>you’re <\/span>really<\/span> looking<\/span> to escape the world’s madness, Duba Plains will call <\/span>to<\/span> you.<\/span>\u00a0And speaking of action, as this region is packed with lions on the prowl and plenty of buffalo trying to stay out of their way. We also love that they offer an entirely flexible routine, so you can really do what you want, when you want. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Imagine being here right now, Image Credit: Duba Plains Camp<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Hello, 50s bush glamour!\u00a0<\/span>Machaba Camp<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is the perfect tented camp to indulge your inner adventurer. We love how the sides of the tents roll up to <\/span>really<\/span> feel like your room is outdoors! They refer to their camp as giving you access to “unedited Africa”, and we could not agree more.<\/span><\/p>\n Dancing delicately with Mother Nature, Machaba Camp gives you access to her splendour but at the same time trying to leave minimal impact. \u00a0And w<\/span>ith deliberately small camps, you can get an exclusive experience and peace of mind that you’re not harming the surroundings.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Room with a view, Image Credit: Machaba Camp<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Named after the pied kingfisher,<\/span>\u00a0Xigera\u00a0<\/span><\/a>refers to their lodge and safari experience as a “love letter to the magic of the African bush”. The lodge is raised on wooden stilts and seems to hover, just like its namesake bird, over the seasonal floodplains <\/span>it’s built<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Who Will Enjoy Botswana?<\/h2>\n
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Where to Go in Botswana\u00a0<\/h2>\n
Chobe, The Land of Gentle Giants<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Why We Love It<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Our Favourite Places to Stay in Chobe<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
1<\/span>. Chobe Game Lodge\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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2. Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero<\/h3>\n
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3. Ngoma Safari Lodge<\/h3>\n
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4. Chobe Bakwena<\/h3>\n
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Linyanti Wildlife Reserve<\/h1>\n
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Why We Love It<\/h4>\n
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Favourite Places to Stay in Linyanti Wildlife Reserve<\/h2>\n
1. Duma Tau<\/span><\/h3>\n
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2. Kings Pool<\/span><\/h3>\n
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3. Savute Safari Lodge\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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4. Linyanti Bush Camp<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Okavango Delta, Nature’s Miracle<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Why we love It<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Our Favourite Places to Stay in\u00a0<\/span>Okavango<\/span> Delta\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
1. Duba Plains Camp <\/span><\/h3>\n
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2. Machaba Safaris\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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3. Xigera Safari Lodge<\/h3>\n