Selinda Canoe Trails

There are few places on earth where humans have not walked. Yet deep in the Selinda Reserve, a private concession in north-eastern Botswana, there are such places. Here are vast areas of woodland, places never exposed to human pressures, a place where wildlife can breathe freely. The area is well known for elephant, buffalo, sable, roan, wild dog and it is possible to encounter cheetah, lion, leopard and a variety of other species and is a birding paradise.

Each canoe accommodates two travellers, who are responsible for their own paddling. The majority of the paddle is with a gentle current, but the experience does require reasonable fitness. The guide will navigate the waters, and provide assistance throughout. The canoe trail is seasonal and operates between late May and early October with guaranteed weekly departures.

There are few places on earth where humans have not walked. Yet deep in the Selinda Reserve, a private concession in north-eastern Botswana, there are such places. Here are vast areas of woodland, places never exposed to human pressures, a place where wildlife can breathe freely. The area is well known for elephant, buffalo, sable, roan, wild dog and it is possible to encounter cheetah, lion, leopard and a variety of other species and is a birding paradise.

The Selinda Canoe Trail offers one of the rarest experiences in Africa, making this adventure the highlight for any African enthusiast, as it hearkens back to days of old, when safaris were an exploration with each night spent camping along the banks of a river.

Paddle for 45 kilometres through the waterways of the Selinda Spillway, on this epic journey, take the opportunity to experience short walks on the islands and sleep under the stars, in dome tents with quality linen and bucket showers providing hot water at the end of the day.

Day 1: Maun - Okavango Delta

On arrival in Maun you are met and transferred by light aircraft into the Okavango Delta and on to the starting point of the canoe trail. After a briefing the trail starts with a short canoe experience before arriving at first camp for overnight. (D)

Days 2 & 3: Canoe Trail, Okavango Delta

As dawn breaks and after a light breakfast, head out for a full day of paddling with lunch en route. Paddling through this tranquil region enables you to witness the wildlife at close quarters. (BLD)

Day 4: Selinda Game Reserve - Maun

The journey ends mid morning with a transfer to the airstrip and light aircraft flight to Maun. Alternatively extend the stay at Selinda Camp. (B)

Inclusions:

• 3 nights camping accommodation
• All meals, soft drinks, house wines and beer
• Canoeing and walking
• Concession fees
• Return light aircraft flights from Maun

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