Game drive Safaris in Botswana (Botswana Safari Drives)

Just like most safari destinations in Africa, Game drive Safaris in Botswana are the primary way of exploring its diverse ecosystems including National Parks and Game Reserves. A typical African safari involves boarding a customized safari vehicles that either have a pop up roof or intentionally incompletely built to allow for viewing space. During game drives on an African safaris tour, visitors are driven by experienced safari driver guides taking them to several wildlife viewing hotspots for opportunities to spot as many species as possible. Even in Botswana Game drive safaris are a popular way of exploring the the country’s diverse ecosystems.

During Game drive safaris in Botswana, visitors are likely to explore large areas of the parks and Game Reserve, increasing the number of animals they will spot during the safari. Visitors will encounter from the famous African Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant) to rare and unique species.

Botswana is a remarkable wildlife viewing destination with over 164 species of mammals including high concentrations of lion, cheetah, giraffe, buffalo, and 22 antelope species. For bird lovers, the country is also home to over 550 bird species, with 13 important bird areas (IBAs). The country is also popular for its Reptiles & Fish species with up to 157 reptile species and over 70 fish species found in the country, particularly in the Okavango Delta.

Where to go for Game drive Safaris in Botswana – Top Safari destinations in Botswana

Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is one of the most popular safari destinations in Botswana, a region that is dominated by free canals, lakes, swamps, and islands. During Botswana Safaris or Game drive Safaris in Botswana, the Okavango Delta is must visit for a memorable experience. This Delta encompasses a Grassland formed along the Okavango River in the central part of the endorheic basin of the Kalahari Desert.

The Delta is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the few inland delta systems that do not flow their water directly into a sea or ocean. The water received in the delta is just from evaporation and transpiration, with the area receiving about 11 km3 (2.6 cu mi) of water spreads over the 6,000–15,000 km2 (2,300–5,800 sq mi) area each year-round. When flooded, some of its waters drains into Lake Ngami. This area was once part of ancient Lake Makgadikgadi which mostly dried up by the early Holocene.

The Okavango Delta was named one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, declared on 11 February 2013 in Arusha, Tanzania. It was later designated UNESCO World Heritage site on 22 June 2014, making it the the 1000th site to be officially inscribed on the List.

Chobe National Park

The Chobe National Park is located in the northern part of Botswana, one of the prime destinations for Game drive Safaris in Botswana. This National Park was the first to be established in Botswana, making it one to visit during African Safari Holiday to Botswana. The Chobe National Park is biologically diverse and culturally rich making it an exciting destination for visitors looking for both wildlife sighting and African Culture Experiences. This National Park is home to the largest elephant population in Africa, with over 100,000 elephants living withing its boundaries. There is no better place on earth to observe the large herds of these majestic mammal’s roam freely, especially along the Chobe River on a boat cruise experience.

The National Park encompasses about four distinct ecosystems each unique and offering habitant to a variety of form. The popular Chobe River Front is comprised of lush vegetation, rich in wildlife especially elephants and other water wildlife and an ideal destination for boat cruise safaris or boat rides in the park. On the contrary, the Savuti Marsh inhabits predators like lions and hyenas, making it a great place to see them in action. The Linyanti Marsh on the other hand is much more quitter and remote, excellent for bird watching and nature viewing during safaris. You can also visit the Nogatsaa woodland which are often less visited but are perfect for sighting solitude and rare species in the park

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is one of the few unique Safari Destinations in Botswana, situated in the Kalahari Desert of Botswana. This Game Reserve was established in 1961 and spans a total area that approximates to 52,800 square kilometres (20,400 mi2). Although less popular compared to its counterpart safari destinations (Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, the Central Kalahari Game Reserve is worth a visit during Game drive Safaris in Botswana. Despite not being so famous, this Game Reserve is actually one of the largest conservation areas in the country, it is literally larger than the Netherlands, and covers almost 10% of Botswana’s total land area, making it the second largest game reserve in the world after Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve that covers about 54,600 km2 (21,081 sq mil).

The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is located within Botswana’s Ghanzi District, ant it takes up over 40% of the district’s territory. When planning a safari to Botswana, this safari Game Reserve is worth visiting for unique sightings and encounters. At Deks Tour Africa, we have tailor made safari packages that will allow you to explore this unique Game reserve during your Safari holiday/African Safari/ African Vacation to Botswana.

Moremi Game Reserve

Moremi Game Reserve is one of Africa’s most celebrated areas, located in the eastern section of Okavango Delta in Botswana. The Moremi Game Reserve was name after chief Moremi of BaTawana tribe. Moremi was nominated as a game reserve rather than a national park when it was formed. Since it was established as a Game Reserve and not a National Park, this meant that the BaSarwa or bushmen were permitted to stay in the reserve, making it one of the few places in the world where humans and wildlife coexist in harmony.

Although generally Moremi Game Reserve is not the major draw of tourist to Batswana, Game drive Safaris in Botswana here are rewarding with excellent views, exceptional biodiversity and its beautiful scenery. Safaris in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve are rewarding and worth it. The Game Reserve is located within the delta with permanent water supply that sustains wildlife population yearly and creates a dynamic ecosystem that shifts with the seasonal floods.

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