Botswana: New Stay 3 pay 2 special launched at Leroo La Tau

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New Stay 3 pay 2 special launched at Leroo La Tau

"Stay 3, Pay 2" Special at Leroo La Tau

Leroo La Tau - Boteti River

We are thrilled to announce a new special offer for all bookings travelling from January to March 2024. This fantastic deal can also be combined with our Best of Desert & Delta Safaris (BODDS) packages.

Combine a 3-night stay at Leroo La Tau with our "Stay 8, Pay 7" BODDS package (From January to March 2024) and receive an incredible 2-NIGHTS COMPLIMENTARY.

Leroo La Tau Rates

° 3 nights at Leroo La Tau from $1,290.00 per person, excluding flights.

OR

° "Stay 8, Pay 6" from $4,466.00 per person, including all internal charter flights based on Maun to Maun (must include 3 nights at Leroo La Tau to apply. You can add Chobe Game Lodge to this special by using the applicable Maun – Kasane routing on our BODDS rates.

What’s on Offer at Leroo La Tau in the Green Season?

° Enjoy a complimentary day trip to Nxai Pans, teeming with life during the green season as thousands of zebras migrate across into the Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pans region.

° The opportunity to experience intimate sightings of the resident wildlife along the dry Boteti River Valley, as wildlife comes to the permanent waterholes you frequent on game drives.

° Delve into the best modern Botswana cultural experience in the Desert & Delta Safaris circuit. Embark on a guided visit to Khumaga village, meet local farmers, and learn about Setswana customs from the area. This fun and interactive experience provides valuable insights into Botswana's rural life.

° Revel in stunning birdwatching along the Boteti River Valley’s permanent waterholes, with the possibility of spotting species varying from wattled cranes, large flocks of comb-billed ducks, vultures to bee-eaters & kingfishers and a wide range of other colourful migratory species in the area.

° Thanks to the summer rains cooling the scorched Kalahari Desert, temperatures (though still warm) are much more pleasant than in the months of October and November. With the rains, the region bursts with bright green vegetation, flowers, and abundant colours.

° Photographers will adore this time of year as dust is minimal, and the rich colours and light are enhanced due to reduced haze.

To complete your perfect experience at Leroo La Tau, we recommend adding a 60-minute helicopter adventure to visit the Makgadikgadi salt pans. Witness the pans transform into shimmering vast lakes and touch down in a remote location you've never experienced before. Sightings of migrating zebras are highly likely, offering a truly special opportunity.

Special Add-on: 60-minute Helicopter Trip from $935.00 per person (minimum 2 pax)

Makgadkgadi Adventure: 90 minute helicopter trip to Kubu Island & Flamingo colony from $1,650 per person (minimum 2 pax)

Our Top Choice "Stay 8, Pay 6" Itinerary Idea:

° 2 nights at Camp Okavango or Xugana Island Lodge (The ultimate in relaxation in the core delta, boasting unmatched walking, mokoro and boating activities at this time of year).

° 3 nights at Camp Moremi or Camp Xakanaxa (Enjoy the perfect combination Okavango Delta experience with prolific game viewing and guaranteed motorized boat excursions into the delta's permanent water areas).

° 3 nights at Leroo La Tau (Includes the Nxai Pans day trip, cultural experience, and beautiful photography opportunities along the Boteti River Valley).

If you haven’t visited Botswana during the green season yet, now is the best chance to do so. With this incredible rate, a trip to Botswana at this time of year will provide a completely unique perspective on the Kalahari. With fewer travellers in the region, you can enjoy solitude in what is already a remote wilderness area.

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Namibia: Kayova River Lodge

Perched high on the slopes of the Okavango riverbank sit Kayova River Lodge. We welcome you to explore our paradise of copious bird species, fish, hippo, large crocodiles, and the tranquil river life.

Affectionately known by the locals as "shiwangundu" (pearl) of the Okavango. Kayova Lodge is situated between the towns of Rundu and Divundu, Kayova River Lodge is perfectly positioned for guests to explore the natural beauty of the Zambezi region.

Kayova River Lodge was officially opened in 2012 and is a 100% community-based lodge, with all the profits from the lodge going directly back to the Kavango community close to the lodge.

Built with a purpose to attract and host tourist to the beautifully location, the lodge also caters for small break-away conferences and corporate visitors in a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere.

The lodge features a large area under lawn with large shady trees close the rooms and main area that overlooks the river. The bright blue pool has a deck area with pool loungers and part roof covering for shade during the midday. The second pool is located closer to the tented units.

The main area has a Bar and Restaurant with inside and outside seating. The facilities are open during the day with a scrumptious choice from the menu.

Eight chalets - 4 Queen & 4 twin rooms. One unit can be converted into an inter-leading family room with separate bathrooms. All the rooms have mosquito nets and air-conditioners. The bathroom has a shower, washbasin, and flush toilet with amenities included.

Ten Meru Safari Tents - 4 Queen, 1 double 5 twin rooms with a close up garden river view.

The tents are spacious and airy with flaps that can sip shut as required. The tents are mosquito and insect proof while the gauze net is kept closed. Each tent has an air-conditioner.

Early morning boat trips are ideal to catch a glimpse of the feathery and scaly creatures amongst the reeds.

Visit a traditional village by Donkey cart ride to learn more about the daily activities and traditions of the local folk. Late afternoons are reserved for the most iconic sunsets over the Zambezi landscape from the boat.

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Botswana: Footsteps in Africa - Oddballs’ Enclave Exclusive Use Special

Footsteps in Africa

Exclusivity At Its Best

Oddballs’ Enclave Exclusive Use Special

When booking 6 or more people at Oddballs’ Enclave guests can enjoy exclusive use of the entire camp.

Take advantage of this special by booking early. Subject to availability at the time of booking. Valid until 31st December 2023.

Situated on the south-western edge of Chiefs Island in the heart of the Okavango Delta, on the western boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve. The Enclave specializes in walking safari and every two people have their own private guide. With exclusive use guests will have at least three guides, depending on the size of the party, and they will be with the guests during their entire visit.

The Okavango will come to life with the care of their dedicated guides and they will be able to focus on their special interests and plan their time as they wish. The Enclave experience is an intimate one. The camp is a small, comfortably appointed place. It accommodates a maximum of 8 guests, in four twin or double bedded mini-Meru tents, making it a comfortable, classic camp that is ideal for friends and small or multi-generational family groups travelling together. The tents are on elevated wooden decks, each with a semi-detached private bathroom with an al fresco bucket shower, and hot and cold running water.

The guest areas have a variety of comfortable seating arrangements and a raised viewing deck overlooks the sweep of the Delta – the perfect place to watch the sun or moon rise and view whatever wildlife may be visiting. The molapo that extends beyond the camp is, depending on the time of year, covered with water or entirely dry. Either way it is often filled with breeding herds of elephant, buffalo or a small family of kudu that is local to the island. Meals are enjoyed on the deck with spectacular views across the floodplains to the distant island forests and a canopy of stars every evening.

FLOOD UPDATE

It’s the time of year when we begin to share flood updates with you so that you can manage expectations for your guests visiting our Lodges of Botswana properties.

We would like to offer a little bit of background to help put things in context. The rains that fall on the Angolan Highlands take as long as six months to flow the length of the Okavango River system and to wet the furthest reaches of its inland desert delta. Each year a number of variables, definable and unpredictable, affect the outcome of the flood. Because of this, we never really know how the flood was until we can look back on it in hindsight.

This year the rains came late to the Okavango and while we did reach our average rainfall, slightly above in some areas, the delta remains dry in most areas. That is to say that the flood waters will not be coming in on top of standing water and so they will have to fill the breadth of the region alone.

We believe that we should have water in front of the Lodges of Botswana properties by mid-May and be able to begin mokoro activities at that point. We do not know how long the water will last, but will keep you updated through the course of the season. The good news is that the river is still rising in Rundu so we may get a second peak.

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Footsteps in Africa, Botswana: The Hot Dry Season

Footsteps in Africa

The Hot Dry Season

The annual flood through the Okavango swamps is dynamic and unique each year with its progression and size greatly impacting the guest experience in different ways depending on the time of year.

This year, the peak flood pulse has passed our Delta lodges and the water levels have started to drop in front of our camps. As the water levels drop, the hippos congregate in the pools and lagoons that are left. With guest safety being our number one priority we have to curtail mokoro activities accordingly.

Sadly, the speed of the change cannot be predicted as many factors are at play, but we kindly ask that you advise guests staying at those camps with lower river levels so that they have realistic expectations and are not disappointed on their arrival. Guests going to Delta Camp will need their walking shoes available and as always, hats, sunscreen and binoculars. Their guide will meet them at the airstrip with cool drinks and take them on a guided walk into Delta Camp that will last about 20-30 minutes. They have the opportunity to see any kind of wildlife during this walk.

All of our Delta camps are now limiting the use of mokoro to crossing the channels so as to access the islands from where our guides then focus on their specialised walking safaris which our camps are known the world over for. At some point in the next month or so it will not be possible to do any mekoro activities.

Our Mokoro Trails will finish for the year at the end of October and will commence on 01 April 2023.

The benefit of the dropping water is that game congregates along the river banks to take in the last of the water. Additionally, the last of the summer grasses die off allowing unhindered viewing over greater distances. Of course, be reminded that it is springtime and the kigalia, acacia species and Lonchocarpus capassa trees all flower, leaving the sweetest profusion of their subtle scents in the air.

Every time of year offers something that is both exceptional and something which needs to be considered for optimal guest comfort and experience. Please help your guests to be prepared for the particularities of this time of the year at our Delta camps.

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Botswana: Okavango Water Level Update

Meeting Guest Expectations - Okavango Water Level Update For The Hot Dry Season

The annual flood through the Okavango swamps is dynamic and unique each year with its progression and size greatly impacting the guest experience in different ways depending on the time of year.

This year, the peak flood pulse has passed our Delta lodges and the water levels have started to drop in front of our camps. As the water levels drop, the hippos congregate in the pools and lagoons that are left. With guest safety being our number one priority we have to curtail mokoro activities accordingly.

Sadly, the speed of the change cannot be predicted as many factors are at play, but we kindly ask that you advise guests staying at those camps with lower river levels so that they have realistic expectations and are not disappointed on their arrival. Guests going to Delta Camp will need their walking shoes available and as always, hats, sunscreen and binoculars. Their guide will meet them at the airstrip with cool drinks and take them on a guided walk into Delta Camp that will last about 20-30 minutes. They have the opportunity to see any kind of wildlife during this walk.

All of our Delta camps are now limiting the use of mokoro to crossing the channels so as to access the islands from where our guides then focus on their specialised walking safaris which our camps are known the world over for. At some point in the next month or so it will not be possible to do any mokoro activities.

Our Mokoro Trails will finish for the year at the end of October and will commence on 01 April 2023.

Please let all guests know that it does get very hot this time of year.

The benefit of the dropping water is that game congregates along the river banks to take in the last of the water. Additionally, the last of the summer grasses die off allowing unhindered viewing over greater distances. Of course, be reminded that it is springtime and the kigalia, acacia species and Lonchocarpus capassa trees all flower, leaving the sweetest profusion of their subtle scents in the air.

Every time of year offers something that is both exceptional and something which needs to be considered for optimal guest comfort and experience. Please help your guests to be prepared for the particularities of this time of the year at our Delta camps.

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Natural Selection: An enriching 8 days Botswana safari experience

AN ENRICHING 8 DAY SAFARI EXPERIENCE…

More of us are making conscious decisions about travelling in a more eco-friendly, impactful, and ethical way. We want to connect with nature, with communities, and get a deeper understanding of the places we visit.

At Natural Selection we are proud to introduce our new 8-day Botswana Conservation Itinerary for those of you not only wanting a rich safari experience, but also wanting to see first-hand how responsible tourism can positively impact conservation and communities.

This conservation focused trip will take you deep into the heart of our sustainable safari operation, where you’ll stay at 3 of our luxury camps – Meno a Kwena, Little Sable and Mapula - and get greater insight into 5 projects we are involved in, and how they help us protect some of Africa’s last great wild places.

Your trip will be privately guided by a specialist guide, with deep experience in conservation and a passion about sharing their knowledge and wisdom with you.

We believe this trip will inspire you and give you a better understanding into how, together, we are helping to protect beautiful Botswana and its people.

Your trip will take you deep into the heart of our sustainable safari operation, where you’ll stay at 3 of our unique camps – Meno a Kwena, Little Sable and Mapula - and get greater insight into 5 projects we are involved in, and how they help us protect some of Africa’s last great wild places.

This exclusive conservation focused safari adventure, is an incredible opportunity for you to not only stay at our camps, but also to see the significant difference and impact your stay can have on the conservation of wildlife and the lives of the people living sustainably in and near wildlife areas.

Our exceptional safari guides have had years of experience in the wildlife and conservation space and are passionate about protecting it and teaching about it. Their personal and intimate understanding of the bush, conservation and community, will truly leave you inspired, giving you a better insight into how together we are helping to protect beautiful Botswana and its people.

MENO A KWENA

PROJECT 1: ELEPHANTS FOR AFRICA (EFA)

Elephants for Africa is situated on the north western edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. This conservation project is dedicated to enhancing human-wildlife coexistence in rural farming communities, which we believe is crucial to protect both the elephant and the communities in this wildlife area. The project focuses on mitigating human-wildlife conflict primarily through community workshopping and installing elephant proof fencing.

LITTLE SABLE

PROJECT 2: WILD DOG RESEARCH CAMP

The Wild Dog Research Camp sits within the Moremi Game Reserve, on the south eastern edge of the Okavango Delta. It is the most well established research centre in the Okavango, and has conducted over 30 years of research on wild dog packs, as well as members of the large carnivore guild, the lions, leopards and spotted hyenas. While the various projects supported by this centre are dispersed across the Okavango landscape, on your visit you’ll get to meet the dedicated resident researchers who are available to take you through some of the projects and showcase the importance of applied conservation in Botswana.

PROJECT 3: KHWAI COMMUNITY / VILLAGE

The Khwai community and village is situated on the eastern edge of the Khwai Private Reserve. It is here that we dedicate a lot of time and effort to implementing multiple community outreach initiatives in and around the settlement of Khwai village. This veritably reflects our goal of continuously improving the livelihoods of communities living alongside wildlife. And like it is for us, your visit and interaction with the community, will truly be an insightful and humbling experience.

MAPULA LODGE

PROJECT 4: ELEPHANT EXPRESS

The Elephant Express project is situated on the north eastern edge of the Okavango and is a wonderful solution to a complex human-wildlife conflict issue. The project transports vulnerable members of the community – children, elderly and the disabled – to school and clinics through dangerous elephant corridors. The Elephant Express helps to minimize human-wildlife conflict by creating a space within which elephants and people can co-exist more easily.

PROJECT 5: COMMUNAL HERDING FOR LIVESTOCK & WILDLIFE PROTECTION (CLAWS)

CLAWS has been set up in the north eastern edge of the Okavango Delta to support human wildlife conflict (HWC) mitigation. This communal herding program safeguards cattle, creates employment, reduces retaliatory killing of lions, and restores overgrazed landscapes. Here you will see first-hand how by facilitating a return to traditional herding practices, whereby a herder accompanies livestock, lion-livestock interactions are reduced and the perceived conflict between lions and farmers is alleviated. This initiative combines different herds, to reduce the costs of herding per household and achieves two incredible goals: it reduces retaliatory killing of lions, and it improves the grazing land for livestock herders through rotational grazing.

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Desert & Delta Safaris: Top 10 Reasons To Visit Botswana

TOP 10 REASONS WHY BOTSWANA – WITH US – IS THE ULTIMATE POST-PANDEMIC TRAVEL DESTINATION

The global vaccine rollout is helping boost consumer confidence. Airline schedules around the world are ramping up and the road to recovery has begun in earnest. 

We’ve heard of new terms like “Revenge Travel” pop up. The idea that after over a year in lockdown there is a massive pent up demand for international travel and rather than postponing, people are opting for that dream destination they always wanted to visit…now! Spending more and making up for lost vacation time.

Either way, we believe a boom is inevitable and are already seeing more and more guests arrive by the day. Travellers are sensible in their decision making and we believe Botswana should be considered as one of the best places for a post-pandemic travel destination.

In choosing where to go abroad, guests will want safe destinations where they will spend plenty of time in the outdoors, reconnect with nature and be away from people as much as possible. Botswana is all that – and more!

We’ve put together a guide to help you understand why coming on a trip with Desert & Delta Safaris is the best travel choice.

#1 SAFETY FIRST  – EXTREMELY HIGH STANDARD OF HYGIENE & SAFETY PROTOCOLS

Botswana is considered one of the world’s most exclusive international travel destinations. Attracting travellers from around the world to enjoy the highest standard of accommodation, service and of course safari experience.

We’ve ensured that our COVID safety protocols go above and beyond the expected standards for our international visitors.

Not only are the camps ensuring that hygiene standards are at the absolute maximum but travelling in Botswana is a safe way to minimize exposure. The camps and lodges we operate are effectively COVID free bubbles with all staff tested before arriving into camp and movement in and out of camp can only happen with negative test results.

Every international traveller arriving into Botswana needs to present a negative PCR test valid no more than 72 hours from time of test and as an extra precaution the airports of Maun and Kasane (the main gateways to the safari regions) perform a complimentary RAPID Antigen test on arrival at the airport.

#2 BOTSWANA IS CONSIDERED ONE OF AFRICA’S MOST EXCLUSIVE, UNCROWDED SAFARI DESTINATIONS IN AFRICA

National parks, game-reserves and private concessions are all stringently controlled so you can expect to enjoy huge, remote wilderness areas with minimal numbers of other travellers. Try a stay at the private Xugana Island Lodge in the Okavango Delta with thousands of hectares of islands, waterways and open floodplains to explore with a maximum of 16-guests.

#3 NATURAL SOCIAL DISTANCING WHILE ON SAFARI

All our safari activities are already designed to maximise space and privacy. Every game drive vehicle is designed with a guaranteed window seat with ample space, both for photographic purposes and social distancing. All boat activities will ensure the middle seat remains unoccupied. Mokoro activities are designed for a maximum of two-guests at a time or if you’re travelling as a single, just you. While on a walking safari at Camp Okavango or Xugana Island Lodge, each group is split into maximum six guests and you’ll have all the space you will ever need.

#4 WORK WITH OPERATORS WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD & ESTABLISHED OPERATION IN THE COUNTRY

Desert & Delta Safaris is the longest standing luxury safari group in Botswana. We’ve been through it all over the years and will come out of every crises wiser and stronger.

Our style of doing business over the years is what has kept us going all this time. You will be looked after like a part of our family from the moment you join us.

#5 ALL YOUR SAFARI PLANS UNDER ONE SOLID OPERATOR

Keep your logistics simple. By working with an operator like us you can keep your whole safari under one company. We have our own charter flight company called Safari Air and own eight different safari lodges around the country. From the Chobe River, home to the highest concentration of elephants, to the renowned Moremi Game Reserve, islands in Okavango Delta and the vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. Desert & Delta Safaris covers all the key-ecosystems in Botswana.

#6 THE BEST ADVENTURES IN REMOTE AFRICA AWAIT YOU IN BOTSWANA

During the lockdown we’ve refined two of our most epic sleep-out experiences to appeal to the post-pandemic traveller. We know the lockdown has increased our desire to reconnect with the true remote wilds of the world. Our sleep-out experience on the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans does just that. A maximum of six-people and your specialist guide will venture out into the middle of the world’s largest salt flats to sleep under the stars. Something our guests have called life-changing!

Or if you want a more luxurious adventure try our romantic sleep-out deck at Camp Okavango. Just you and your loved one under the vast Botswana sky on a raised deck, with a large double bed, on a private corner of the island.

#7 CONTINGENCY PLANS IN PLACE FOR THE NW WAY OF TRAVEL

We know there is a certain amount of apprehension with travelling post-pandemic but rest-assured we have considered every eventuality and have a contingency plan for everything. We also have a strong relationship with the government, local authorities and our partners in providing COVID tests. We’ve got it covered.

We want you to feel completely relaxed while knowing all the ground arrangements are taken care of.

#8 A BUMPER YEAR FOR WILDLIFE & SAFARI THIS 2021

Rains were phenomenal in the season earlier this year. Around double the average in some places. This means that those looking to enjoy the water activities in the Chobe & Okavango will be treated to brimming levels of water and outstanding scenery. Perfect on the lush floodplains in a traditional mokoro (canoe).

Generous rainfall results in more grasses, more birds and herbivores and of course with the plethora of life comes an increase in predator activity.

So this year promises to be a remarkable Botswana safari year!

#9 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL IS AT THE HEART OF THE DESTINATION

The pandemic has made us realise we need to be responsible in the way we travel. Too many destinations have become overcrowded and unsustainable. Botswana, on the other hand, has had a strict low-volume and high-revenue model since independence in the late 60’s. Putting conservation at the heart of the way we run our business.

It’s also critical that responsible tourism empowers the citizens of Africa as well as protect the wildlife. At Desert & Delta Safaris empowerment of the local community is the pillar of our success. One of the first premier safari circuits in the country to be full run and managed by Botswana citizens.

We’ve retained and supported all our staff throughout the pandemic.

Your safari with us goes a really long way in making a lasting positive impact on the people and protection of the environment.

#10 CHOOSE THE PERFECT DESTINATION – NOT THE BEST DEAL

At Desert & Delta Safaris we are proud of our exceptional value. Offering a world-class safari in Botswana for an affordable rate. Coming to our country will leave you feeling enriched and energised. Pure, unadulterated African wilderness delivered at a time, after a year of lockdown, when you need that connection to nature again!

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Namibia: Divava Okavango Resort update | Дивава Лодж Намибия

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Divava Okavango Resort & Spa New 2022 Bonus Rates

Dear reader,

Wow! how quick time has flown by as 2021 is almost at an end...  only four weeks left before we say "Happy 2022"!

Situated at the western end of Zambezi close to Divundu. Road access is straight-forward from any part of Namibia including Ruacana, Oshakati, Windhoek and Etosha, and from the direction of Katima Mulilo and Victoria Falls.

Divava Okavango Resort & Spa

The high season will remain unchanged and still applicable for bookings arriving from 01 July 2022

Updates and changes effective Immediately are as Follows:

° Our boat trips (x2 boats for these activities) are from 08h00 in the morning & 16h00 in the afternoon (pm cruise including Popa Falls & sundowner) (snacks, soft drink, water, red & white wine included) about 2 hours duration.

° Game drives are from 07h00 in the mornings; 14h00 in the afternoon (soft drinks & water included)

° Fishing Excursion - small boat used max 5 pax, fishing tackle & rods supplied and is charged per hour

° Village Tours - walk to the village to see the living & the culture of the local community

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