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Okavango Delta
This
extensive inland river delta is one of the most pleasurable sites
on the continent for safari. Travel is typically by small boats
or even dugout canoe, providing a level of tranquility that is
difficult to attain in a landrover. Okavango is home to elephant,
zebra, giraffe, and other large game species, but the park's true
strength is in its abundance of birds, plant life, and sheer poetic
beauty. Hippos and crocodiles are quite common in Okavango, as
one might expect. The fishing is also excellent, particularly in
the northwestern section.
Moremi Wildlife Reserve Located in the northeastern portion of the Okavango Delta, Moremi combines the attractions of the delta with more solid terrain. The result is an outstanding reserve that includes a wide variety of ecosystems and a commensurate diversity of wildlife. |
Chobe National Park
Chobe
is Botswana's best big game park. Located conveniently to Victoria
Falls, it covers an area of over 4000 sq. miles (10,000 sq. km)
and is positively packed with creatures. Chobe is especially
well-known for its immense elephant population (over 70,000),
and it is not uncommon to encounter herds in excess of a hundred.
The park's north and northwest border is marked by the Chobe
River, and the river's popularity as a water source has made
game viewing by boat a particular attraction.
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