Okavango Panhandle & Tsodilo Hills

Okavango Panhandle & Tsodilo Hills

The Okavango Panhandle offers a very different perspective on Botswana’s most famous water system. Here, the Okavango River enters Botswana and winds through deep permanent channels, papyrus-lined waterways and lush islands before spreading into the wider Delta. The result is a tranquil, water-focused wilderness with outstanding birdlife and a completely different rhythm from Botswana’s traditional big-game safari areas.

For advisors, this is an especially interesting addition to a Botswana itinerary because it brings together nature, culture and specialist experiences in one region. Guests can explore by boat and mokoro, enjoy guided island walks and tiger fishing, while nearby Tsodilo Hills adds an important cultural dimension with thousands of ancient rock paintings and deep significance to the San people of northern Botswana. It pairs particularly well with a more traditional game-viewing area such as Moremi or the central Okavango Delta, giving clients greater variety within one journey.