Destination Botswana...

A maze of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels and overgrown islands teeming with wildlife, the Okavango Delta looks like a sparkling jewel at the heart of the Kalahari Desert. Known as “the river that never finds the sea,” crystal clear channels spread over the thirsty lands of the Kalahari with their papyrus-fringed banks and fertile floating islands. Adapted for a life in and out of the water, the elegant red lechwe and shy sitatunga are found in this watery wilderness. Lion, leopard, cheetah and African wild dog share the floodplains with large herds of elephant and buffalo. Hippos inhabit the deeper channels and lagoons, while honey badgers can be seen in broad daylight. Tall termite mounts are homes for families of dwarf and banded mongoose. Experience the delicate details of the glistening waterways on a mokoro ride, where iridescent dragonflies, frogs of every color and jewel-like kingfishers live in the papyrus-lined banks. And finally, stand in awe at the majestic Victoria Falls.