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Okavango Delta



The Okavango Delta, in Botswana, is the world's largest inland water system. Interestingly the source of the Okavango Delta can be found in the Western Highlands of Angola, Africa.

The Okavango River was previously (millions of years ago) an inland lake called Makgadikgadi Pans. However through tectonic plate activity this subsequently interupted the river flow leading to the formation of the Okavango Delta. This unique waterbased ecosystem now sustains a diversity of animal and plant life, exclusive to Africa.

Rare animals to keep an eye out for are the red lechwe and the gigantic Pel's fishing owl. The Big-5 lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and elusive leopard roam freely in the Okavango Delta, alongside crocodiles, hippo, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and a variety of antelope.

The birdlife is phenominal in this area and the call of the African Fish Eagle is a shrill reminder of Africa's unspoilt beauty in Botswana's wilderness areas.

Many luxury safari lodges are set upon private island, only accessable by light aircraft 'bush taxis' and mekoros (dugout canoes) gliding silently through the reeded channels of the Okavango Delta.

The little dusty town of Maun provides international access to the Okavango Delta in Botswana. 

 Journeys2Africa highly recommends honeymoon safaris, birding expeditions and photo safaris in the Okavango Delta.