Home to just over 2 million people, Botswana is a country developing at a rapid rate. Since independence in 1966, its economy has flourished and has grown from one of the poorest countries in the world, to a stable, middle income establishment. With this background in mind, it’s time to explore some of the more unique activities the country has to offer. We have put together some “out of the ordinary” experiences for you to try on your trip.

Delta Belle Houseboat

If you haven’t heard of the Okavango Delta , then clearly you weren’t a National Geographic enthusiast as a kid. Home to some of the most serene wildlife and intrepid landscapes, it is an untouched haven of wildlife and water. If you are looking to get away from fast-paced living and I mean really get away, the Delta Belle Houseboat is the ideal solution. Features on the boat include four cabins (three on the bottom and one on top), all the self-catering requirements, a fishing license and three staff members!

Let Bushmen Trackers Guide You

There are fewer than 10,000 traditional Bushmen left in Botswana. This means that now is a good time to let a Bushmen (traditionally called San or Basarwa), guide you on a wildlife trip in the Kalahari Desert. This has been their home for thousands of years and their lifestyle has changed very little over this time. As they are slowly integrated into western culture, Bushmen still living in the age-old tradition are very rare. It is a fantastic opportunity to explore their culture from a first-person perspective (rather than being led by a game-ranger). You will experience their simple yet intriguing lifestyles, sing around the fire, watch in awe as they climb trees effortlessly and experience their incredible hunting skills. A chance to spend a life in a society mostly undisturbed by the modern world will be rewarding and unforgettable.

Wildlife Viewing from a Different Angle

So you’ve been on a game drive in a national park, done the night drive and perhaps even been on a game walk, but have you ever been on a Mokoro?  A Mokoro is a dug-out canoe which slides easily through harsh wetland conditions due to its shape. You will be accompanied by an expert (Mokoro Poler), who will show you the ins and out of spotting and finding wildlife. A perfect way to experience untouched nature.

Nxamaseri Island Lodge

Feel like you need to get away? This island lodge is built on a heavily-wooded island on the “Panhandle” of the Okavango Delta, affording guest’s spectacular views and tranquil living. Nxamaseri is one of the oldest camps in the Okavango Delta and has remained an exclusive getaway, accessed only by a 4×4 vehicle. The lodge comes with hot and cold water, three meals a day, a wooden boardwalk that leads to six-private brick and thatch chalets offering spectacular views of the waterways.

Break away from tradition and explore this magnificent country with some “out of the ordinary” experiences. Botswana has a lot to experience and so much culture to absorb, try something unusual and make Botswana an unforgettable trip .

 

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