Nxai Pan National Park is adjacent to the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and is approximately 2,578 km² in size. The area was initially government land and was declared a game reserve in 1970. In 1992 the borders were extended and status was granted to make it a National Park of 2578 km². The highlight of the Nxai Pan is the water hole, situated in the centre of the park in a large grassy plain. Approximately 20km south-east of Nxai Pan, is the beautiful Kudiakam Pan complex.
Apart from the abundance of wildlife, Kudiakam Pan is also significant as the site of ‘Baines’ Baobabs’, a clump of seven Baobab trees, known as the ‘seven sisters’ or the ‘sleeping sisters’ commemorated on canvas by painter and explorer Thomas Baines on 22 May 1862. It is commonly believed that if Thomas Baines were to repaint these Baobabs today, 140 years later, there would be no visible difference. Visitors are able to self-drive into the park, however only 4×4 vehicles should attempt the journey
They were named after the famous painter and explorer Thomas Baines in 1862.These group of Baobabs are known as the sleeping sisters. Baines’ Baobabs is a significant tourist attraction in Nxai Pan. These amazing botanical, succulent trees are surrounded endless plains, and have always captivated travellers visiting Botswana.
Kudiakam Pan is situated within the Nxai Pan National Park and is one of the pans that forms the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Sandwiched between Nxai Pan and the main road, Kudiakam Pan is the largest of an interesting complex of pans lying in sparse bush east of the track to Nxai. The pans themselves are ancient salt lakes.
From early December onwards, thousands of plains zebras embark on an incredible journey that begins with them covering 240km in just over a fortnight. The herds leave the northern region of the Chobe River, heading south to Nxai Pan National Park. They stay in the park for two months, then return to the wetter regions of Namibia for the dry season.
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Nxai Pan is renowned for its magnificent scenery unique to this area as well as incredible game viewing. Once the rains start, wildebeest, gemsbok, elephant and zebra migrate to the region. At the same time zebra’s come in their thousands to give birth to their young. Massive herds of giraffe can be seen with up to 30 in a group.
These large herds of zebras, springbok, and wildebeest attract many predators like lion, cheetah, jackal, both spotted and the elusive brown hyena, as well as the endangered wild dog and the secretive leopard which in return offers incredible game viewing. There are large numbers of bat-eared fox and raptors that prey on the rodents and reptiles. At times, Rhino’s have also been sighted. Also to be seen are the eland, greater kudu and red hartebeest. The birdlife is incredible, once the rains have started.
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The Okavango Delta is one of Africa's most stunning wildlife areas. A true wilderness, the Okavango is home to some of the best safari camps in Africa.
The Chobe River in the National Park is renowned elephants that dominate the land, while a whole host of water-loving wildlife flock to the riverbanks to drink.
The Moremi Game Reserve falls within the tribal land of the Batswana and rates as one of the leading wildlife areas of the world.
Our Excursions are short two to three night safaris at our Permanent Camps with transfers starting and ending either in Maun or Kasane.
To explore is to discover and our Explorations visit a combination of our Permanent Camps in different wildlife areas for four nights or more with transfers.
Expeditions are longer safaris that visit our Expedition Camps or combine them & our Permanent Camps on a voyage of discovery with all transfers.
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Nestled amongst giant mangosteen trees and accessible only by boat, the Lodge is home to a myriad of birds.
Mogogelo is a classic tented safari camp in a private concession bordering Moremi Game Reserve.
Xaxaba Camp is located on a private island deep within the heart of the Okavango Delta.
Located in the Khwai Community Concession, the camp is in the north-eastern sector of the Okavango Delta & on the border of Moremi Game Reserve.
Camp Savuti is located along the Savute Channel in northern Botswana. The Savuti is well known in Botswana for some incredible wildlife.
Lying like a hidden gem within the Chobe National Park, Camp Linyanti is secluded in a wildlife area of undisturbed natural beauty.
Our Expedition Camps are accommodated in larger Meru-styled tents. All tents have en-suite bathrooms, comfortable beds and an small outdoor sitting verandah.
Guests at our Exploration Camps are accommodated in dome tents with direct access to en-suite bathroom facilties including a bucket shower, toilet and wash basin.
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All our camps and expedition operations are owned and managed by local men and woman of Botswana. Most started their safari careers as guides in the industry.
We are dedicated to arranging a memorable safari and welcoming you to Botswana. You can expect personalised service from your initial enquiry through to the end of your safari.
We have many years of experience in arranging a safari in Botswana and are specialists in the wildlife areas that we operate. You can expect honest and expert travel advice of the highest calibre from our team.
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