OKAVANGO DELTA & MAUN
Botswana’s prize possession, one of the seven natural wonders of Africa and the largest inland delta on the planet is the majestic Okavango. Named “the river that never finds the sea” by locals, this unspoilt gem is a highly recommended region to visit when exploring Botswana.
It is truly a standout feature when it comes to untouched nature at its best and is one of the biggest highlights in Southern Africa for a clear reason. It recently was named a World Heritage Site in 2014 for its drainage systems that do not occur near an ocean but instead in the Kalahari Desert. It is home to many endangered animals such as the African Wild Dog, white and black rhinos, cheetahs and lions. Activities include fishing, guided game walks, night and day time safaris, Mokoro rides, scenic flights as well as boat excursions. Accommodation varies from tented camps to safari lodges on the edge of the delta, so there is a place to stay for any sort of budget.
Known as “the place with the short reeds” due to the abundance of reeds on the Thamalakane River is Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. It is the “tourism capital” of Botswana and a gateway town for our southern and eastern African overland trips. Whilst it is still considered a village, this quaint region is growing at a massive rate due to the influx of tourists in recent times. There are hotels, shops and many activities to get involved in when staying here.
Ashanti Travel Online specializes in excursions to both these regions, so rest assured that we can plan and organise your Botswanan trip to best suit your needs and price range.
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9 Day Windhoek to Vic Falls Overland Safari
R 35750
19 Day Southern African Circle Overland
R 53450
12 Day Swakopmund to Vic Falls
R 39400
55 Day Best of Southern and East Africa
R 124400
26 Day Cape Town to Kruger Overland Tour
R 64200
20 Day Cape Town to Vic Falls Overland
R 52400
23 Days Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar Tour
R 56450
8 Day Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Tour
R 34400
3 Day Okavango Delta Safari
$550
33 Day Cape Town to Mozambique and Kruger
R 57420
1503, 2022Top 5 Endangered Animals You Can Spot On Safari In Africa
Without a doubt one of the major attractions to Southern Africa is the wildlife safari. Whether it’s a 5 day budget safari in Kruger National Park or a camping overland safari from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, there is a plenty of wondrous wildlife to see in some of the most beautiful and unique locations in the world. On the top of most people list of wildlife to spot the big five, but don’t forget that there is a whole world of other animals to be found in Southern and East Africa. Many rare species of wildlife can only [...]
305, 2018All You Need To Know About The Okavango Delta – Botswana
Africa has some of the most beautiful places on earth and the Okavango Delta is definitely at the top of the list. The Okavango Delta is an amazing place where you get to experience the African wilderness in a unique way. The sanctuary provides you access to beautiful lagoons, islands and smooth waterways. The Botswana Okavango Delta is also a fantastic safari destination, offering visitors something a little different. To have a complete experience it would be incredible to be able to do a safari in the Kruger National Park and then to stopover in the Delta. You are [...]
108, 2017One More UNESCO Heritage Site for South Africa
If you’ve been gunning to tick off all of South Africa’s heritage sites from your list, it’s just gotten a little longer – the ǂKhomani Cultural Landscape has been inscribed as a UNESCO site. (PIC: khomanisan.com) Located in the north of South Africa at the border with Botswana and Namibia, and coinciding with the Kalahari-Gemsbok Park (collectively the Kgalagadi Transfontier Park in the three countries), the area has long been home to the ǂKhomani San people, with evidence of their activity since the Stone Age. One of the last communities of San people in the country [...]
1804, 2017The Ultimate Travel Bucket List of Southern Africa
Are you planning a trip to Africa, but you are not sure what you want to do? Don’t worry, we have put together a bucket list of the top “not to miss” attractions just for you! This bucket list contains some of the most wonderful places in Southern Africa and East Africa, including amazing countries like South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania and Uganda. Our top 10 African experiences range from gorilla trekking in Uganda, to hiking up Dune 45 in the desert of Namibia, and searching for the big five in Kruger National Park. Start reading [...]
2408, 2016Ashanti’s Review of our Joburg to Vic Falls Overland Tour
In July 2016, we sent Ashanti Travel staff member, Cal Heyburgh, on our 8 Day Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Overland Tour. This compact camping safari is a great way to experience overland travel, with the opportunity to see plenty of wildlife, as well as some of Southern Africa’s most beautiful national parks, in a short amount of time. The bulk of the tour is spent in Botswana and this trip is one of the best ways to enjoy Botswana on a budget. Below is Cal’s review of his tour. Day 1 – Johannesburg to Tuli Block, Botswana [...]
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