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AN OWL & AFRICAN SUNSETS6 min read

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by David Simpson

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BOTSWANA, DAY 3

An owl & African sunsets. The morning drives are generally quite quiet, and most of the action tends to happen at first light. However, thanks to the guide, we saw the most insanely camouflaged owl. Even with binoculars, the guide had to help me find it! Moreover, Botswana is not only an absolute treat but also an education!

THERE IS NOTHING QUITE LIKE AN AFRICAN SUNSET

  • Zebras during safari drive in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • An owl hiding among the leaves in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • David Simpson and family in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Snacks at safari drive in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Family on safari drive in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets

BOAT TRIP

Since our lodge is within the Okavango Delta, we were able to take a boat trip instead of our afternoon drive. Consequently, this gave us an opportunity to see a different variety of wildlife. We saw birds, crocodiles, and elephants mingling in the waterways.

David Simpson taking photos of the plains in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets

RATINGS….

  • Botswana was given independence from Britain in 1966.
  • It is approximately the size of France, but has 2 million compared to France’s 66.9 million.
  • The border between Botswana and Zambia is just 150 meters, making it the shortest border in the world.
  • Chairs around the bonfire in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Wooden path to the tents in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Swimming pool at the lodge in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Accommodation in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets

AFRICAN SUNSETS

Although we didn’t get to see the ‘big exciting animals,’ it offers a completely different environment compared to what the drives provide. Additionally, a special mention must go to the African sunsets; there is no sunset in the world like an African one!

David Simpson with elephants at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
Elephant at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
Elephant at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets

After our usual routine, we were able to enjoy our Gin and Tonic in the middle of the Okavango Delta during sunset. I suppose this is what dreams are actually made of!

However, we were brought right back down to earth when we were told that a Hyena was roaming around the camp that night.

  • Elephant at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Eagle at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • Sunset at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
  • David Simpson and elephant at Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
David Simpson and family at sunset in Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets
Starry night at the tent in Botswana, Africa. An owl and African sunsets

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NEXT UP

100s of vultures, 5 lions and getting chased by 20 elephants, the most action packed day yet! Click to read

SAFE TRAVELS, DS x
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This post is part of the Southern Africa Series, click to explore or for episode 1 click here.

To watch the video of my trip, head to my highlights on my Instagram.

Question Time

  • Have you visited Botswana?
  • Have you been on Safari? Where is your favourite safari destination?

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About the Author

David Simpson
From Northern Ireland, David is a keen fitness fanatic, aspiring photographer and adrenaline junkie (with motion sickness). Well on his way to visiting every country in the world, David usually lives outside of his comfort zone. Whether that’s talking his way out of problems in a Peruvian Police Station, getting mashed with the Maseru tribe in the Drakensberg mountains or just chilling on the beach, he’s an all or nothing guy.
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