Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta is one of the natural wonders of Southern Africa. One of the most magnificent places in the world – animals of the savanna and the swamp living side by side.
Due to its overwhelming size it can even been seen from space. The size of the Delta is depending on rain and the amount of water coming down from Angola.
Wet season – November – March
pro
Most of the animals give birth
Landscape is lush and green
Loads of wild flowers
con
Its hot and rainy – humidity
Roads can be in bad condition
Dry season – April – October
pro
Best time to spot animals at the permanent waterholes
Less humidity
Roads are in good condition
con
Most of the Delta dries out
Not as green and beautiful like in the wet season
Safaris?
Tourism in Botswana is not targeting the "budget" traveller, so all safaris and tours are, in comparison with all other Southern African countries, quite expensive. One of the cheaper, but quality operators is www.deltarain.com, based in Maun.
Where to stay?
Unfortunately, Botswana is not for the budget-traveller. The Audi Camp, approx. 12km out of Maun, or The Bridge Backpackers are offering some cheaper rates.
For reviews check the tra:guide trips & tours forum!
How to get there?
From Windhoek/Maun to Maun/Windhoek see Safeway Transfers & Tours. For buses from Johannesburg and Zambia to Botswana see Seabelo's Express.
Links:
www.nationalgeographic.com/okavango/home.html
www.mindspring.com/~okavango/
www.wits.ac.za/geosciences/okavango.htm
The Okavango Delta from space - high res. | mod. res.
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