Image courtesy of one of our clients, Gary Harwyn

There is almost always a pivotal point in everyone’s life that has piqued curiosity and thirst to explore a country or continent outside the realm of their home and everyday life. And often times, these moments happen while absorbing some form of medium, whether it’s a book, television or radio show, magazine, musical piece, or poem.

And travelers to Africa are no different.

There is often a point in the lives of travelers to Africa when they realize that the desire for discovery has been ignited and untamable. Whether seen through a fictional novel, memoirs of Theodore Roosevelt, the Discovery Channel, or National Geographic, visions of Africa beckon something from within.

The astounding harmony of visual elements within Africa is truly unbelievable. Imagine the spine-tingling sound of the delicate wilderness softly singing in your ears as you lay beneath a sparkle-studded, deep velvety sky. The comfort and elegance of a nature-inspired suite is out of sight yet just a few steps away. This is nature and serenity at its purest.

Image taken by Gary Harwyn

When the brazen sun delicately creeps above the building-less horizon, a fusion of creamy orange, ruby red, and sunflower yellow casts across Africa’s quiet landscape in an attempt to awaken and nudge the wildlife to begin their day. No artificial color, structure, or vision steps into this pristine scene.

There is no dawn break in the world as vibrant.

As you awake with the wildlife at dawn, you begin your day with visual stimulation on a traditional morning game drive into the bush, canoe safari, walking excursion, or scuba diving adventure. Depending on where you are in Africa, the landscape will be drastically different, but all share one common trait—each region’s residential creatures perfectly complement the natural hues of the earth, adding a jolt of brilliant colors to the landscape.

Image taken by Gary Harwyn

If you’re visiting the Moremi National Park in Botswana, you’ll witness breathtaking scenery comprised of cracked, red-mud plains and glistening lagoons hidden between the solid trunks of towering, bird-clad baobabs.

For an underwater wonderland, visit Zanzibar’s Mnemba Island to swim alongside over 400 species of fish, vibrant coral reefs, and free roaming dolphins.

And, for an adventure through the wildlife-dense African plains visit the Kalahari Desert in Namibia where you’ll observe a wide range of animals including the Big Five, small reptiles, minute insects, playful Cape fur seals, and vibrant flamingos.

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Internationally celebrated for its crystal blue lagoons, abundant wildlife, captivating scenery, and unspoiled terrain, it’s no wonder Okavango Delta is rated as one of the world’s top most luxurious destinations for an African safari vacation. Boasting some of the most brilliant wildlife in the world, this stunning oasis is arguably the greatest place in all of Africa to enjoy a wide variety of authentic African safari tours. Characterized by its intimate safaris, rich with exotic wildlife, Okavango Delta in Botswana celebrates exceptional accommodations, breath-taking adventure, and absolutely stunning scenery.

The waterholes outside of Okavango Delta’s world-renowned accommodations are a haven for exotic birds, spectacular game-viewing, and vivaciously colored fish. But those aren’t the only characteristics that make Okavango Delta the seasonal travelers’ hot-topic. Bursting with authentic African spirit and deeply-rooted cultural heritage, the Okavango Delta is the gateway to an incredible world of rich history and thrilling adventures.

Visitors to the Okavango Delta are able to explore the vast cracked, red-mud plains and glistening lagoons hidden between the solid trunks of the baobabs, while on an African safari vacation. The Okavango Delta’s ideal terrain makes it possible to enjoy a wide variety of both relaxing and adventurous activities.

For honeymooners on a Botswana honeymoon safari, the Okavango Delta provides an indescribable, romantic backdrop, unfitting for words. Also perfect for those on an African family safari, this prized Botswana gem boasts a harmonious blend of family oriented activities and incredible learning experiences for all.

Top 5 reasons why a Botswana safari trip in Okavango Delta is the greatest vacation to enjoy with your loved ones:

1. Luxurious Accommodations: Okavango Delta’s luxurious accommodations incorporate a 19th-century luxury-safari style camping and lodging experience, which truly reflects the lifestyle of past African explorers.Camps and lodges with outdoor showers and screened in porches allow the bush to come to life all around you and are the perfect places to retreat to after a long day on an enchanting Botswana safari trip. Private, sprawling decks offer a great opportunity to observe a family of hippopotamus playing in the majestic lagoon at close proximity. Okavango Delta’s camps and lodges all boast a casual, yet luxurious atmosphere that allows for a comfortable and playful stay.
2. Exhilarating Game Drives: Celebrating some of the greatest game drives in all of Africa, Okavango Delta is a must-visit destination if you’re looking to experience a truly authentic African safari trip. It’s a rewarding and unforgettable experience to have the opportunity to witness Africa’s legendary creatures in the wild, such as zebras, elephants, exotic birds, buffalo, pangolin, sitatunga, red lechwe, wattled crane, lions, hippos, giraffes, and more.
3. Relaxing Activities: Incorporate calm activities into an adventurous African safari vacation including walking safaris, bird watching, picnics, and fishing. Observe exotic birds while on an African safari nature walk through the whistling reeds and papyrus patches of the Okavango Delta plains. No longer is a safari vehicle the boundary between you and nature. Feel the texture of the ground beneath your feet as your heart races to the site of a leopard hiding in the bush.Relax with a picnic on a nearby island as you discover exotic plant life and unspoiled wilderness, or go fishing in the sprawling floodplains.
4. Exciting Glass-Bottom Mokoro Safaris: Take a unique look into the mystery of the surrounding waters on an authentic canoe safari through the winding waterways of the Okavango Delta. Drift by a crocodile as it basks in the hot sun, watch as hippos splash through the water, and observe some of the world’s most astounding birds.
5. Witness nature together: Bring your Botswana honeymoon safari or African family safari to life as you travel through the Okavango Delta’s various ecosystems to explore budding plants, animals giving birth, vibrant colors in all directions, magnificent scenery, galloping antelope, viscous game, and so much more. Become one with nature on a walking safari and follow elephant herds as they travel to the Linyanti concession, or follow a zebra migration to Savuti. The possibilities are endless . . .

Adventure through the sprawling floodplains and mud plains of Okavango Delta on an authentic African family safari or Botswana honeymoon safari, and experience a world of majestic beauty and splendor. Let Hills of Africa Travel take care of all your travel details and create a tailored itinerary around your every preference. Contact us today at (877) 845-4802. We’re looking forward to making your dreams come true . . .

Little Vumbura safaris:

• Enjoy a wide spectrum of game, such as the waterbuck, giraffe, elephant, Cape buffalo, vervet monkey, cheetah, lion, and baboon. The full range of creatures in the area, and the opportunity to see all of the animals known as the Big Five, makes this location a must-see destination.
• Observe a vast amount of vibrant birds, such as the wattled crane, egret, little bee-eater, and fan-tailed widowbird.
• Choose from various types of safaris in the area, such as a game drive, walking safari, dug-out canoe (Mokoro) safari, or power boat safari. Whatever your preference, Wilderness Safaris is there to make sure you’re satisfied.