Moremi Game Reserve is a protected zone in the western Okavango Delta,which includes, among other things, the major island of the delta, Chief's Island and the Moremi language. It spans close to 5000km², of which only 30% is dry land.

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South Africa's discreet northern neighbour, Botswana is undoubtedly the pearl of southern Africa . This quiet, sparsely populated country has avoided civil wars, post-colonial racial tensions and conflicts endured by most of its neighbours. What's more, since gaining independence from the United Kingdom in 1966, Botswana has held democratic elections - a rarity on the Africa continent. The result is a peaceful country, where life is generally good and provides a pervading optimism that rubs off on its visitors. From a geographical point of view, it's a land of contrasts where heavy rainfall and drought co-exist. Thanks to&nbsp;the great rivers of North Linyanti and Chobe&nbsp;and the Okavango Delta in the north, the country has an extremely varied plant and animal life, whereas the south houses the arid Kalahari Desert, which stretches as far as the capital, Gaborone. A country with as many contrasts as there are wonders. So, are you ready to discover Botswana ?

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Moremi

The Zambezi River  is the 4th most important in the continent, behind the Nile, the Congo and the Niger. It stretches 2750 km from Zambia to the Indian Ocean, passing through Victoria Falls. Downstream, you can go rafting from Livingstone.

Zambeze

The immense desert covers almost half of Botswana and crosses both the Namibian and South African borders. Most tourists cross it little by little, stopping at bush camps along the way.

Kalahari

Chief's Island is the main island in the Okavango Delta. It's 70km long and 15km wide and includes the private Moremi Game reserve, where you can go on a wildlife spotting safari.

chief island

The Okavango Delta is the largest wetland in Botswana and where the Kalahari's animals come to drink.

Delta de l'Okavango

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Following the 'just once won't hurt' principle... I decided to embark on my safari in the Okavango Delta on horseback! I have to admit it cost me an arm and a leg (or rather, both arms and legs!). And it was worth every single penny. I spotted all the different species that live in the delta. Well almost - you don't want to get too close to lions when you're stuck on a horse! The great thing about a mounted safari is that you get much closer to certain animals than you would in a jeep. For example, a hyena and its babies decided to get to know us better and the curious, little cubs ended up frolicking around our horses' legs. 
The trip was made even better by a boat trip (perfect for spotting birds and hippos), a four-wheel drive excursion (to see the lions!) and, to top it all, the two-way journey in a propeller plane, which is the most common form of transport used to reach lodges and camps in the heart of the delta. The view was simply mind-blowing.
This is marshy land, so beware of its blood thirsty mosquitoes! Another point: Brits love this destination, so you'll be pleased to know that tea is served at 4pm; coffee-drinkers shouldn't expect the best of grains in their cup...

The Okavango Delta is the largest wetland in Botswana and where the <a href="/botswana/">Kalahari's</a> animals come to drink.

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