August 17, 2023
Africa, with its diverse landscapes and cultures, has always been a magnet for travelers, particularly those seeking experiences beyond the ordinary. Wildlife-rich safaris prove unforgettable and iconic landmarks change perspectives. And yet, there’s so much more to explore, an uncharted world of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. We asked our Africa experts for some Read more…
July 18, 2023
With any upcoming trip, there are always two assurances for me. The first and regardless of prior aspirations, is that packing will begin the night before departure. The other, that my mind will inevitably wander in an attempt to envision what the ensuing days will look like. Some destinations have been visited before, so expectations Read more…
June 16, 2023
Botswana boasts some truly spectacular ecosystems, including the Okavango Delta and Kalahari Desert. These two landscapes offer varying terrains and a wide variety of wildlife, transporting visitors from lush waterways and channels to dry sands and basins, the most well-known of which are the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. These two locations – and their uniqueness—are not Read more…
June 15, 2023
The Okavango Delta lies in the northwest corner of Botswana, and with its diverse ecosystem and remote location, there are many different forms of transportation used to access and explore it. No matter what, arriving at any camp in the Delta starts in Maun or Kasane. From there, travelers have many options, depending on where Read more…
May 31, 2023
A trip to Botswana is special. From the waterways of the Okavango Delta to the vastness of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, there is a landscape and an activity to kindle all interests. What’s more, because of its many rich ecosystems and the protection they receive, the country is arguably home to some of the highest Read more…
April 27, 2023
As someone who casually enjoys identifying birds through my window in Minnesota, I was thrilled to see so many during my recent safari in Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Home to over 600 species—some of which are threatened or endangered—the region has actually been named an Important Birding Area (a designation given by the nonprofit BirdLife International); Read more…
April 17, 2023
If you are looking for a unique wildlife challenge, head to the Okavango Delta during its “green season.” At this time of year, animals can be harder to find due to the tall grasses and foliage; but that just makes the process of tracking, and then finally spotting them, extra thrilling, and exhilarating. What’s more, Read more…
November 1, 2022
There is truly nothing in the world quite like Botswana’s Okavango Delta, an inland river system formed within the Great Rift Valley. Here, around June each year, seasonal floods, 80% of which are comprised of waters from the Angola Highlands and 20% localized rainfall, arrive and spread over roughly 6,000 square miles. Reaching full swing Read more…
July 12, 2022
It gives me great pleasure to share with you that Travel Beyond has been named the WORLD’S NUMBER-ONE SAFARI OUTFITTER in Travel+Leisure® magazine’s 2022 World’s Best list. While we have appeared on this list four times previously, this is our first time claiming the top spot and we are thrilled! Winners of the magazine’s annual Read more…
February 22, 2022
The Experts at Travel Beyond “You go to Africa for the wildlife, but you return because of the people.” This common safari industry saying may be well-worn, but it has more than a few believers at Travel Beyond, including our managing director of Africa, Kota Tabuchi. “Wildlife can be seen in many parts of Read more…