"Might this be Eden?" Botswana by Radiomom


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A quiet spot on Sandibe reserve

Only 1.7 million people live in this country -- there is both desert and delta terrain. It is a real treat to fly over this country -- rather like a geography lesson. The discovery of diamonds has allowed the government to focus on preserving the natural gifts present here. The tourist industry is developing carefully and offering some wonderful professional opportunities for its citizenry. From the people we met as we traveled, we discovered we were the novelty -- 1st timers on any type of safari. I think we started in one of the most impressive, extraordinary places we could have chosen.

I'd simply found an inviting package from ccafrica: two nights in each of three camps, Sandibe, Savute Safari Camp, and Nxabega. I'll post many pictures from each here, but it may take a while :-) There are so many to chose from! Please check the travelogues for more pictures.

While I can't share the gorgeous star-filled sky, this is what it looks like after the sun has just set. The view is over the waterhole in front of our chalet at Savute Safari Lodge.

The water levels in the Okavanga Delta this year are the highest they have been in generations. The fields and marsh grasses are lush and deep.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Wonderful people, Beautiful scenery, Exciting animals and birds
  • Cons:none
  • In a nutshell:The perfect wildlife safari experience
  • Last visit to Botswana: May 2004
  • Intro Updated Jun 4, 2004
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    mvtouring Jul 3, 2009 at 1:28 PM Report Abuse

    Still need to get to Botswana, but patience is a virtue ;-)

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    nora_south_africa Apr 6, 2008 at 5:23 AM Report Abuse

    thanx

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    MikeBird Nov 4, 2007 at 12:44 PM Report Abuse

    You were really lucky with your leopard sighting. What a superb photo! I worked in Botswana in the 80s. During many trips to the northern gameparks I only ever saw Leopard once - in neighbouring Zimbabwe ! I bet you had the time of your life. Mike

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    kevanrijn Feb 19, 2007 at 1:40 AM Report Abuse

    Love your Botswana pages! I've been pining to visit there ever since reading the No 1. Ladies Detective Agency series. Now, after seeing your pics...I want even more to go!

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    Jim_Eliason Jul 31, 2005 at 6:50 PM Report Abuse

    great wildlife pics!

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    SPW Feb 23, 2005 at 2:30 PM Report Abuse

    Sounds out of this world. have you read the No. 1 African Ladies' Detective Agency series set in Botswana?

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    skywalkerbeth Feb 2, 2005 at 3:51 AM Report Abuse

    wouldn't it be fun if we went on a safari together? maybe after I get healthy..

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    starship Jan 31, 2005 at 8:43 AM Report Abuse

    What a fantastic page for the trip of a life time! Your photos should win an award too! Great job.

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    tini58de Dec 11, 2004 at 9:14 AM Report Abuse

    Diane, this really looks like FUN!!! Thanks for sharing with us - really sounds like you had the time of your life!!

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    shrimp56 Sep 26, 2004 at 10:57 AM Report Abuse

    Okay -- I'm impressed :))))) Great page Diane!!!

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