The Okavango Delta, the 1000th UNESCO World Heritage Site. An oasis of swamp, crystal clear canals and countless islands in the middle of the Kalahari. The Okavango Delta is home to numerous vulnerable animal species and unprecedented birdlife.
Just east of the Delta lies the protected Moremi Game Reserve. The rest of the 15,000 square kilometer natural wonder is divided into private concessions.
Every year the Okavango Delta fills with rainwater from the highlands of Angola. The flood flows through the Okavango River around May in northern Botswana. The canals and lagoons slowly fill with water, creating a true paradise for wildlife, peaking in July and August.
What makes your safari adventure in the Okavango Delta unique is the possibility of taking boat safaris. In some places this is only possible during the months when the tide flows into the Okavango Delta. There are also places available where the canals are permanently deep enough for boating. Due to the dynamics of the tides and seasons, the Okavango Delta is a destination that is absolutely great to visit.
The Okavango Delta is the highlight of your trip to Botswana and perhaps the most unique piece of nature in Africa. The Delta will always amaze and surprise you. It has to be on your bucket list!!!