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What to expect during a summer safari on the Chobe River

admin — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:16:54 +0000

Although Botswana is a year-round safari destination, every shifting season offers its own set of spectacular highlights.

Summer lures diverse birds to our vast skies, fresh foliage unfurls from its winter slumber, and there is an unprecedented eruption of mammal, insect and reptile life during this captivating time of year.

From November to April, Botswana celebrates rainfall, lush bushveld, and thriving wildlife. The water level of the Chobe River slowly starts to rise again, peaking in May, and the shore boasts a verdant backdrop brimming with life. This is summer in Botswana, our gorgeous green season!

Here’s what to expect on a summer safari in the Chobe National Park.

Experience the circle of life

While wildlife may be easier to spot during the dry season because the grass is shorter and game congregates at the last water sources, summer in Botswana is the best time of year to ‘ooooh’ and ‘aaaaah’ at all the bountiful baby animals.

Plains game are well-fed on the plentiful vegetation and in peak condition to tend to their young. Impalas drop their lambs that congregate in bustling nurseries and this calving season extends to many other species, such as wildebeest, warthog, zebra, buffalo and more.

Although undeniably cute, we must remember that the Chobe National Park is not Disneyland. Predators prowl in the wake of these newborns (often with their own little ones in tow), hoping for an easy meal.

Document a photographic paradise

In summer, the rains mainly occur as short afternoon showers and seldom spoil your safari experience (however, always pack a raincoat and waterproof dry bag for electronics, just in case!). Stunning emerald grasslands and abundant wildflowers create outstanding landscapes and backdrops for your animal subjects. Not to mention the epic drama of an impending downpour!

A theatre of cloud cover creates fantastic texture for colourful sunsets at this time of year, plus longer light hours with the sun dipping below the horizon at around 19h00.

Savour the small stuff

It might not be to everyone’s liking, but a summer safari exhibits the full scope of wildlife in Botswana, from arachnids and adders to platannas and butterflies. Insects and frogs dominate the summer safari soundtrack filling the Chobe National Park with a chorus of clicks, squeals and bubbling songs. These creatures also deepen the nature experience and illustrate the wider ecological web at work. After all, who will pollinate the towering riverine trees that the leopards love to loll about without the little insects?

Set out on a beautiful boat safari

The water levels across the Okavango Delta are at their lowest during summer, and water activities can be limited, but further north, the Chobe River offers year-round boating safaris.

Watch hippos and crocodiles basking in the summer sun and admire the myriad of other species that call the Chobe River home.

Fall in love with bird watching

Chobe Safari Lodge might be the easiest place to become a bird watcher!

Whether cruising the water or strolling our indigenous gardens, there are fantastic bird photography opportunities and many easy-to-identify species.

Starting in November, migrant birds flock to the Chobe River from Asia, Europe and other parts of Africa. The cuckoo calls ring through the branches, vibrant feathers fill the skies and eagle-eyed predators patrol the waterways.

Also read: Birding expert shares top 10 birds to tick off at Chobe Safari Lodge

It is an extraordinary affair of kaleidoscopic plumage and raucous mating calls that bring a unique energy to this premier wilderness area. The sandy riverbanks and surrounding vegetation become home to many busy birds. A thrilling way to get up close to water bird species, such as the African jacana, African skimmer or plentiful ducks, geese, herons and egrets, is by cruising along the Chobe River.

Don’t forget to pack a pair of binoculars and pick up a species checklist when staying at Chobe Safari Lodge.

Where should I stay for a summer safari in Botswana?

Set on the banks of the elephant-rich Chobe River, Chobe Safari Lodge occupies the best riverfront position in Kasane. Chobe Bush Lodge shares a boundary with the Chobe National Park in Kasane and lies within walking distance of the Chobe riverfront and Chobe Safari Lodge. Baboons, warthogs and mongooses may be seen at any time at our wonderfully wild accommodation!

Established in 1959, decades of hosting adventurers and safari-lovers ensure this remains an ideal expedition base for iconic game viewing by boat, game drives or visits to Victoria Falls.

Book directly online now.

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Birding expert shares top 10 birds to tick off at Chobe Safari Lodge

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 10:33:09 +0000

Andrew de Blocq is the Avitourism Project Manager at BirdLife South Africa and one of the top birders in Southern Africa. He visited us at Chobe Safari Lodge earlier this year and compiled ten of his must-see birds in the immediate area.

Why Chobe is a top birding destination

The Chobe region is rightfully regarded as one of Africa’s top safari destinations. Perhaps the most unique feature is the access to its main feature, the Chobe River, which meets the Zambezi at the confluence of Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe, known colloquially as “Bonazazi”. The river attracts a startling array of birds and animals seeking relief from the baking sun, and a boat tour surveying the edges of the mighty Chobe gives you unparalleled opportunities for natural encounters and photography.

For those inclined towards the local feathered attractions, there is plenty to see with well over 400 species of bird recorded in the area. These include some of Africa’s most charismatic and sought-after species. While the river is certainly the prime birding location, a drive through the nearby Chobe National Park and even a walk through the lush gardens of the Chobe Safari Lodge will reward you with pleasing sightings.

10 incredible birds to look for in the Chobe region of Botswana

Below I have listed ten birds that I consider to be top attractions in the Chobe region. I have stayed away from birds that are exciting but exceptionally rare (e.g. the Pennant-winged Nightjar) and have tried to satisfy both the enthusiastic lister through to the occasional avian observer by including species that characterize Chobe as a destination but also the African safari experience as a whole.

Putting this list together was a difficult task, but the easiest decision of the lot was which bird to start with – Chobe Safari Lodge’s icon.

1. African Fish Eagle

Like its American cousin, the Bald Eagle, the African Fish Eagle has become the iconic species of an entire continent. No African safari is complete without the regal call of this eagle, dubbed by many as “the sound of Africa”.

Photograph by Melanie van Zyl

While African Fish Eagles are widespread on the continent, the Chobe River is among the best places to see them. There are pairs of breeding birds scattered along the river edges and they have become habituated to the regular boat traffic, meaning that the normally skittish eagles are quite tolerant of passing boats and the whirr of camera shutters going off repeatedly. The best way to pick one up while out on your cruise is to look out for them perched in large riparian (riverside) trees. Their white head and breast help them to stand out against the darker background.

2. African Skimmer

Like the continentally iconic African Fish Eagle, the African Skimmer is synonymous with the Chobe River. These rather awkward-looking birds appear front-heavy, with their large red and yellow bills protruding from their tuxedo-like black and white bodies.

However, when you see these birds moving up and down the river this weird anatomy and their name all click as the birds expertly skim prey from the water, flying just above the surface and dipping their abnormally large lower mandible underwater to collect small fish and crustaceans. Flybys from family groups of skimmers is common on early morning and late afternoon river cruises, otherwise they can be spotted resting on sandbars, often among other species.

3. Collared Palm Thrush

Chobe Safari Lodge is famous in Southern African birding circles for this particular bird. The leafy gardens at the hotel are where most birders come for their ‘lifer’ tick because they are quite common and conspicuous here.

Collared Palm Thrushes and found practically nowhere else in Southern Africa, although they can be found more commonly further to the north and northeast. Collared Palm Thrushes can be inquisitive but will frustrate photographers as they seldom sit still and often flit in and out of thick vegetation. A walk around the bushier areas of the lodge should reward you with an enjoyable sighting.

4. Southern Carmine Bee-eater

From a reclusive resident to a very out-there migrant species: the pink lady of the African bush.

Photograph by Andrew de Blocq

Southern Carmine Bee-eaters are eye-poppingly beautiful with their dazzling hues of pink and blue contrasting with the comparatively drab bush backdrop. What makes them even more spectacular is their gregarious nature, with flocks commonly numbering into the hundreds. Watching a throng of these bee-eaters hawking insects in flight while chattering away to each other is a spectacle like no other. While the Big 5 are sleeping in the shade in the midday sun of the summer months, these birds can more than compensate for the lack of furry action.

5. Rock Pratincole

Another sought-after summer visitor is the Rock Pratincole. These birds will only visit the region in summer, but their presence can be unpredictable as they are sensitive to water levels. Their preferred habitat is on rocks protruding from river rapids so when the river gets too full and the rocks are submerged they will move elsewhere. They can be difficult to spot because of their camouflaged plumage, but they can be easily identified when seen by the white line under their eyes. One possible way to see these special birds is to book a tiger fishing trip as the feisty fish inhabit the selfsame shallow-water rapids as the pratincoles.

6. Southern Ground Hornbill

This enigmatic hornbill species is the envy of all the ladies with its luscious long eyelashes.

Photograph by Oliver Schapp

Unlike its tree-dwelling cousins (six other hornbill species can be found around Chobe: Southern Yellow-billed, Southern Red-billed, Bradfield’s, African Grey, Crowned, and Trumpeter), this hornbill struts its stuff through grassy patches looking for snakes, scorpions, grasshoppers, lizards, beetles, and whatever other small scurrying creatures it can snatch in its powerful bill. It is known colloquially as the ‘thunderbird’ because of its deep, booming call but also its connection to rain events in African lore. They are extremely territorial and aggressive to outsiders to the family group, to the point that they are known to damage cars, windows, and other property where they mistake their own reflections for intruders.

7. White-backed Vulture

This bird is not included for the way it looks (in fact, vultures are considered – unfairly I think – to be hideously ugly by many), but rather for its ecological and conservation value. Like your local binmen, they provide a vital service without much in the way of acknowledgement or appreciation. Vultures are nature’s clean-up crew, and without these scavengers, the health of the ecosystem and nearby communities are at serious risk.

Vultures can strip a carcass in record time, preventing outbreaks of diseases like rabies and tuberculosis as well as the spread of anthrax in the environment. Though the White-backed Vulture is the most commonly encountered species, it is considered Critically Endangered meaning that without significant intervention it is likely to become extinct within our lifetimes. The vultures as a group are facing a grim future in the face of mass poisoning events, lead pollution, and the wildlife trade, and it would be an indictment on us humans if we lost these important ecosystem service providers. Already, the White-headed Vulture is functionally extinct in this area, but the White-backed, Lappet-faced, and Hooded Vultures persist in dwindling numbers.

8. Coppery-tailed Coucal

The melodic, bubbling, waterfall-like call of the coucal emanating from the reedbeds is one of the emblematic sounds of the Chobe River. Coucals are a favourite with many guests because of their call and their attractive rufous, black and cream colouration, but what often ruins this loveable facade is their habit of ripping open weaver nests to feed on the helpless chicks. The coucals are a member of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae for the bird nerds out there) but are substantially different in two main ways. Firstly, there are relative brutes compared to their more delicate relatives with strong, powerful bodies and hefty bills. Most surprisingly, though, they don’t have the same well-known cuckoo behaviour of laying their eggs in the nests of other birds, which is termed brood parasitism. Like most birds, coucals do the responsible thing and choose to raise their own young. They do have some redeeming features, it seems.

9. Long-toed Lapwing

Long-toed Lapwings are synonymous with African swamps and are easily spotted with their pied black-and-white plumage. When agitated, they will fly up and down giving their scratchy, chattering call. Many visitors will have heard the tales of birds picking food out of the teeth of crocodiles. Lapwings are often the supposed dental hygienists in these stories, but it turns out there is very little evidence to support this association other than the Egyptian Plover, which is not found here. However, crocodiles and hippos do make use of the lapwings and thick-knees as sentries. When the birds give their alarm calls the aquatic behemoths take heed and head for the water to avoid whatever danger was detected.

10. Yellow-billed Oxpecker

One very well documented mutualism is that between oxpeckers and various African herbivores. There are two species of oxpecker in Chobe, distinguished by their either entirely red or mostly yellow beaks as their names imply. Oxpeckers are often seen hitching a ride and combing the fur of antelope looking for ticks and other parasites to snack on. What is less known is that the birds will also feed on mucous, eye gunk, dead skin, scabs, and even flesh and blood. Blood is a particular favourite, and sometimes oxpeckers will deliberately keep a wound open to keep tapping it for the protein-rich flow.

Photograph by Andrew de Blocq

I chose the Yellow-billed Oxpecker for this list because it is the prettier of the two and also the rarer. Red-billed Oxpeckers attend the full range of mammals from small antelope through to rhinos and even hippos.

Yellow-billed Oxpeckers, on the other hand, are not tolerated by smaller and thinner-skinned hosts because of their sharper claws, so the best way to find them is to search for big game like giraffes and buffalo.

The Green Season is the Best Time For Birding

Photograph by Cornelia Rautenbach

Although Botswana has no endemic bird species, it’s one of the easiest places in the world to find extraordinary feathered friends. Migrant birds will be swooping about all over the park between December and February. Why not spend your Christmas in Kasane? Baby animals, vibrant birdlife, affordability and the magnificent rains are just a few reasons to visit during Botswana’s lush Green Season.

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Safari Activities You Must Try While in Botswana

admin — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:42:58 +0000

Game drives are not your only option when it comes to exciting safari activities in Botswana.

So, you are planning your safari to Botswana and you can’t wait for your first game drive to go explore in search of Africa’s renowned Big 5. After all, you have chosen one of the best destinations to experience the magnificent wildlife in their garden of Eden.

All our camps offer morning and evening game drives, but what about the rest of the time? What safari activities can you do to make the best of your time in Botswana?

The exciting thing about Botswana is that it offers safari enthusiasts more things to do than just game drives. You will never be bored on safari while staying at one of our camps as we have a range of exciting safari activities you simply MUST try.

Here are 7 Safari OTHER Activities You Must Try While in Botswana:

1. Mokoro Excursions

True Botswana exploring should include at least one mokoro excursion. It’s an unreal experience when you get to become part of the bustling river life while making your way through the lily pads on traditional ‘mokoro’ canoes. These are propelled from the stern by skilled ‘poler’ guides, allowing the guests to sit back and absorb the scenery. Keep an eye out for tiny little reed frogs to the gentle giants, the elephants.

Safari Activities Mokoro rides

2. Birdwatching

Probably not first on the list for some first-time explorers but you will never know you love it unless you try it. Over 500 species of birds have been recorded in the Okavango Delta, and there are quite a few peculiar looking ones that you simply must see. A sure favourite is the Pel’s fishing-owl and the turkey like Southern ground-hornbills with their long lashes.

3. Motor-Boat Sunset Cruises

Sunsets are magical no matter where in the world you are, but we can guarantee that no sunset can ever top a Botswana sunset. The best way to experience this is on the crystal-clear channels of the Boro River. Motor-boat cruises are scheduled around the sunsets so that you can sip on your traditional sundowner drink and toast the unprecedented African sunsets while drifting on a lagoon in the middle of the Okavango Delta. This safari activity is limited to only some of our camps and subject to delta water levels.

Safari Activities Sunset cruise

4. Dinner Cruises

Turn your evening meal into an unforgettable safari experience and dine under the stars on board one of our boats. Enjoy a succulent buffet dinner consisting of starters, main courses and deserts while the boat cruises on the Chobe River between the Botswana and Namibian shores. This is the ideal opportunity to unwind after an exciting day of exploring and enjoy the unique surroundings by night.

5. Bush Walks

You are not limited to vehicles when it comes to discovering the Botswana bush. You can go exploring on foot under the guidance and education of your own personal guide. Feel your senses ignite as you become part of life in the bush and encounter game without the parameters of a vehicle.

Safari Activities Guided walks

6. Island Camping at Gunns camp

Camping is probably not for everyone but for those adventure seekers you must try island camping at Gunns Camp. The camp managers will pack your mokoro with basic camping equipment and food so that you can set out with your own personal guide to find an island where you will set up camp. The evening will be spent preparing dinner around the campfire in the company of Africa’s nocturnal wildlife. This rustic experience is subject to availability, and must be pre-booked in advance.

7. Visit Makgadikgadi Salt Pans while staying at Nata Lodge

Makgadikgadi Salt Pan is in the middle of Botswana and is one of the largest salt flats in the world. Walking or driving though this expansive wilderness area is a surreal experience. The silence around you absorbs you into the moment and it will feel like you are visiting another planet.

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

There you have it, 7 safari activities other than game drives that will keep you entertained while in Botswana. And no worries if you can’t fit all of them in on your first safari in in Botswana, it’s just more reason for you to return.

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10 Reasons why you need to visit Botswana

admin — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 12:42:18 +0000

Botswana is the ultimate safari destination .

Dubbed the ultimate safari destination, Botswana is a paradise for travellers wanting to experience the true essence of an African safari. From exciting activities to unforgettable experiences, Botswana has it all.

Here are 10 reasons to consider beautiful Botswana for your next safari in Africa:

1. A Birding Paradise

Over 500 species have been recorded in Botswana’s wide range of habitats, making Botswana a paradise for any avid birdwatcher. Birdwatching in the open floodplains is generally easier and better than in rainforest regions where thick vegetation and high forest canopies seriously limit sightings.

Oliver Martin photographed Botswana’s national bird, the lilac-breasted roller.

2. The Elephants in Chobe National Park

If you want to see elephants on safari then Chobe National Park in Botswana is the place to be. This park is renowned for being home to the world’s largest concentration of elephants in Africa (estimated 120 000) and the largest continuous surviving elephant population on Earth.

Elephants photographed by Reto Boltshauser

3. Eco Friendly Accommodation

‘Going green’ on safari is easy when you are in Botswana as most camps are 100% eco-friendly, for example, our camp Moremi Crossing. Moremi Crossing features the latest in solar and waste disposal technology, enabling guests to enjoy their safari knowing that they have had little to no negative impact on the environment.

4. You Don’t Have to Go Far to See Wildlife

The great thing about a safari in Botswana is that most of the camps embrace their natural surroundings without fences, allowing the wildlife to roam free in their natural habitat. Elevated walkways at our new camp, Rra Dinare, link the rooms to the main lodge, except for the last two units on the northern end where the path drops down to the ground level allowing the passing game to stroll through. The resident Buffalo dagga boys are a common sight around camp, hence the name Rra Dinare which means Father Buffalo in the native language.

Buffalo at Rra Dinare

5. Mokoro Trips

You don’t have to be stuck in a game vehicle to explore the wildlife in Botswana. A safari by mokoro (dug-out canoe) is an activity not to be missed while on safari in Botswana. Imagine the joy of gently meandering through the exquisite watery paradise, with only the call of the fish eagle to break the tranquillity.

6. Sunsets

The sunsets in Botswana are something that cannot be explained. They simply must be experienced first-hand to fully grasp the true beauty. During the magical golden hour (dusk) the sky appears to be on fire as it bursts to life in hues of bright orange, red, pink and yellow. It is a sight best enjoyed with a traditional sundowner drink in hand.

Sunset captured by Gerda Robbertse

7. The Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is one of Botswana’s major tourist attractions. It is known for its extensive grassy plains, which flood seasonally, becoming a lush watery animal habitat. It is surreal to watch how animals adapt to their wet surrounding. Elephants are often seen swimming from island to island in search of more lush vegetation to devour, and the lions even learn to hunt in the shallow waters.

8. The Wildlife

Home to a variety of fascinating wildlife species including the iconic Big five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino), as well as a vast number of different kinds of antelopes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and so much more, Botswana is arguably the best place to visit to see wild animals in their natural habitat. It’s simple really: if you love wildlife, you’ll love Botswana.

Lions on the hunt in Botswana photographed by Reto Boltshauser

9. The weather

The weather in Botswana is mostly sunny throughout the year with colder nights during the Winter months and occasional afternoon showers during the Summer months.

10. Zebra migrations

The Serengeti has the big migration of the wildebeest and Botswana has the zebra migration. The annual zebra migration takes place around November every year, and it is a spectacular sight. At the beginning of the rainy season, up to 25,000 zebras start their migration through the Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pan National Parks in search of water and lush grazing grounds.

Botswana offers travellers an unforgettable experience that only very few places in Africa can match.

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Botswana Photo Mania – The Magic of Botswana Photo Contest

admin — Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:14:25 +0000

Under One Botswana Sky’s photo contest has been running for just under two months, and the selection of entries, ranging from action-packed wildlife shots to breathtaking landscape photos, has been impressive. The purpose of the competition is to celebrate the beauty of Botswana and showcase the country as a top African safari destination.

Submit your photographs taken at one of Under One Botswana Sky’s safari lodges or camps or taken in the Botswana wilderness around them and stand a chance to win a safari stay at our properties.

Find out more: http://underonebotswanasky.com/photo-contest.php

Here are some of the many beautiful entries we’ve received so far:

Category: The essence of Botswana © Category: Birds in flight © Rebecca Moreau ( Photo captured on safari at Chobe Safari Lodge )

#MagicOfBotswana #PhotoCompetiiton #MagicOfBotsPhotoCompetition

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Nata Lodge

admin — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 12:46:19 +0000

Just a hop and a skip away from the magnificent Makgadikgadi salt pans, Nata Lodge in the Nata area of central Botswana exudes mystery and antiquity. With a bird life that will astound any traveler and the opportunity to witness one of the biggest heard of Zebra in Africa, this is a destination not to be missed.

What was once a lake the size of Switzerland, Makgadikgadi dried up thousands of years ago and now makes up a collection of many salt pans, the biggest one being 4921 km2. It is one of the biggest salt flats in the world and is now home to a spectacular array of bird life that draws tourists from all over the world. After the rainy season animals are drawn to the water and it becomes an oasis of colour and life.

Nata Lodge offers quad bike rides that take you along the edge of the water that collects in the pans during the rainy months. Watch as the biggest heard of Zebra in the wild drink from the waters. Flamingo turn the water pink as they come here to breed. It is the only breeding population of Greater Flamingos in Southern Africa. Boababs tower over migrating Wildebeest grazing in the surrounding grasslands.

Close to the Chobe area, take a drive and see the majestic Chobe elephants in their natural environment. Nata Lodge offers guided tours to the Nata Sanctuary. This forms the only breeding ground for a multitude of water birds including thousands of pelicans and flamingos.

Spend your vacation in a selection of Nata Lodge fantastic options in accommodation. Chose between luxury thatched chalets, custom designed safari tents and the camp site for those looking for a more bush safari adventure. All accommodation offers peaceful, tranquil and stylish settings with amazing friendly and professional service.

Originally published on Travel Adventures Botswana.

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Pink Celebrations at Nata Lodge

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 08:59:32 +0000

As the rains in the Nata area start subsiding, the flamingos begin to return to their sanctuary in the shallow saltpans. Over the past 2 years Nata Lodge has seen a massive water influx into the pans, filling the pan to the brim and making it difficult for the flamingos to feed.

With the rains slowing down, the Nata guests are fortunate to be able to see the many shallow pans turning pink with thousands of flamingos returning to their Botswana haven to celebrate the change in season. For avid birders, this colourful fest is an occasion not to be missed.

Not only is Nata Lodge famous for its abundant amount of flamingos, but also for the variety of other bird species that come in all shapes, sizes and colours. This year the Nata Bird Sanctuary is swarming with chirping bird life. Visitors can also spot other creatures, such as telescopic eyed crabs that crawl out after the rain.

With all the bird action taking place in the area, this time of year is certainly the right time to visit Nata Lodge and enjoy its beautiful surroundings.

Nata Lodge Contact Details

Web: www.natalodge.com
Email: reservations@natalodge.com
Tel: (+267) 620 0070 /2/3

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Botswana – Bird Wonderland

admin — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 11:46:10 +0000

A favourite activity at Nata Lodge is bird watching. The lodge surroundings are twittering and twitching with bird activity.

Bird lovers could not choose a better location to view a variety of birdlife than this bird haven in the heart of Botswana. The Nata Bird Sanctuary is closeby, set in the famous Makgadikgadi Pans and is home to a diverse selection of over 165 bird species, including king fishers, eagles, ostriches, pelicans, spoonbills and flamingo.

The variety of colours, shapes and sounds of these different bird species in this Botswana paradise is fascinating. That is why we could never get bored of birding!

Nata Lodge Contact Details

Web: www.natalodge.com
Email: reservations@natalodge.com
Tel: (+267) 620 0070 /2/3

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