Botswana’s Jao Camp: Adventure and Luxury Await You

Known as one of the most beautiful places on earth, Wilderness Safaris’ Jao Camp in Botswana boasts stunning landscape and majestic islands speckled along the horizon. Situated in the southern half of the sprawling Okavango Delta floodplains, this delightful sanctuary is home to some of the world’s most exotic array of flora. The Camp’s ideal location is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy water activities, adventure, and the serenity of nature. Depending on the time of year, water activities are more prevalent than game drives, but both water activities and game drives are equally exciting!

Wilderness Safaris offers a wide spectrum of exciting activities for all its visitors. Famous for its spectacular game drives, game walks, and dug-out canoe (mokoro) safaris, Jao Camp is the perfect destination for an African family safari or honeymoon safari.

Wilderness Safaris’ Jao Camp:

Is celebrated for its exciting activities year round . . .

• Enjoy game drives and picnics on the nearby Hunda Island, walking safaris through whistling reeds and papyrus patches, and a unique look into the mystery of the surrounding waters on a glass-bottom mokoro safari.
  


• Fish in the sprawling floodplains just outside the Camp.
  


• Observe exotic birds while on an African nature walk through the Okavango Delta plains.
  


• Discover the exotic plant life and unspoiled wilderness of the surrounding islands.
  

Is a luxurious place to enjoy the magic of Africa . . .

• Enjoy a peaceful night in one of the Camp’s 9 lavish tents, nestled beneath canopying trees and clear skies.
  


• Choose between an outdoor shower or an indoor shower when you arrive back to Jao Camp after a splendid day in the magnificent African sun.
  


• Nap on your private deck or gaze out onto the horizon as the glistening sun sets behind the sprawling plains.
  


• Relish in the exquisite dining Jao Camp has to offer in the chic dining area, or outside beneath the sparkling stars.
  


• Pamper yourself at Jao Camp’s salon and spa. Choose from a variety of services, such as a facial, pedicure, manicure, and specialty massages.
  


• Start your day with a rejuvenating workout in Jao Camp’s gym.
  

Is renowned for its fantastic game-viewing . . .

• Observe a variety of vibrant bird species, such as the black egret, malachite kingfisher, and meyer’s parrot.
  


• Watch as lions stalk their prey in the bush, or as herds of zebra run through the bordering floodplains. Other animals that can be seen are the leopard, wildebeest, and hippo.
  

Let Hills of Africa Travel plan for you the vacation of a lifetime. We work closely with Wilderness Safaris, one of our favorite camp and safari providers in Botswana, to ensure your every desire and personal preference is satisfied. We inject each tailored itinerary with impeccable details and services to make sure you have the trip you’ve always dreamed of. Contact us today at (877) 845-4802, and let us plan for you a life-altering African family safari, honeymoon safari, or any safari in between for you.

The Best of Wilderness Safaris’ Botswana Excursions—Part I

Botswana is a land rich with a wide spectrum of year-round game viewing, beauty, and cultural diversity. With over 500 species of bird, a wide variety of mammal and reptile, and a plethora of exotic fish, it’s no wonder Botswana is one of the top places to experience an African safari. If you’re interested in seeing large, powerful animals, such as the Big Five, a Botswana safari vacation is perfect for you.

Wilderness Safaris is one of our favorite suppliers in Botswana, providing fantastic accommodations and high-end private safaris. With their array of safari choices, you’re sure to find one that fits your individual preference. Their magnificent selection includes:

Chitabe Walking Trails

Become one with nature on a Chitabe walking safari in the Okavango Delta. No longer is a safari vehicle the boundary between you and nature. Feel the texture of the ground beneath your feet as your heart races to the site of a leopard hiding in the bush. With our armed and licensed expert guides, there’s no need to worry about a leopard pouncing on you, even though the probability of one wanting you for dinner is very slim!

This adventurous walking safari lasts as long as you’d like. Our guides will tailor each day’s walking time around your personal preference. No matter how long you decide to walk for, fantastic game-viewing and birding is present every day.

The Great Wilderness Journey

Walk in the shoes of the famous African explorers as you travel back in time through the mysterious land of Africa, on this wild safari adventure. The Great Wilderness Journey incorporates a 19th-century luxury-safari style camping and lodging experience, which truly reflects the lifestyle of past African explorers.

The Great Wilderness Journey allows you to gain knowledge about the history of the land, while exploring its vivacious beauty. The fusion of adventure and serenity will send tingles down your spine as you explore a land like no other. Journeying to the raging Victoria Falls to take part in wild escapades, and discovering the abundant wildlife living along the Linyanti and Chobe Rivers, is an experience like no other. With its vibrant colored wetlands, the Okavango Delta is nothing short of breathtaking.

A truly authentic African experience awaits you in the unspoiled terrain of Botswana. Enjoy a private Botswana family safari, or honeymoon safari, and experience something truly magical. Let Hills of Africa Travel help you build memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us today at (877) 845-4802.

The Best of Wilderness Safaris’ Botswana Excursions—Part II

Wilderness Safaris is one of our favorite suppliers in Botswana, offering a large variety of exciting game-viewing experiences and wild safari excursions. In addition to the safaris mentioned in the post before this one, they offer:

The Green Desert Expedition:

Enjoy the magic of the Kalahari Desert, as our expert guides uncover the geology, anthropology, and archeology of the land.

Explore Deception Valley’s legendary rivers in the Kalahari Desert. This expedition takes place during Kalahari Desert’s prime time, when a large variety of animals travel to the area for its abundant water supply. Deception Valley, located on the Kalahari Game Reserve, offers fantastic game-viewing. Frequent visitors to the land include the brown hyaena, meerkat, gemsbok, springbok, and the great black-maned Kalahari lion.

As you travel along the Kalahari Desert on this adventurous expedition, the saltpans of Makgadikgadi are worth stopping at to observe flamingos, wildebeest, and zebras drinking from the water filled saltpans with their young. This large breeding ground is one of the greatest areas to view animals migrating from all over.

The Okavango Delta is another stop on this exciting expedition and offers a stunning view of flourishing wildlife, crystal blue waterways, and breathtaking backdrops.

The Migration Routes:

Explore the magnificent islands of Botswana on walking expeditions, while taking in the spectacular scenery and fresh air. Discover the migration patterns of the animals and follow their patterns when you decide to take your next Botswana safari vacation! The changing of the Kalahari Desert from dry season to rainy season creates a diverse population of animals coming and going during these seasonal changes throughout the year. Follow elephant herds as they travel to the Linyanti concession, or follow a zebra migration to Savuti. The possibilities are endless . . .

Safari for All Seasons:

If you’re looking for an African safari trip filled with adventures and spectacular game viewing, Safari for All Seasons is the perfect safari package for you. During this safari, you travel to three different countries, each full of new and exciting explorations. The wildlife and scenery vary between countries, providing you with a well-rounded experience of Africa, and a new realization of life.

Bring your African safari vacation to life as you travel through South Africa’s various ecosystems to explore budding plants, animals giving birth, vibrant colors in all directions, magnificent scenery, galloping antelope, viscous game, and so much more.

Let Hills of Africa Travel create for you, a spectacular safari itinerary with Wilderness Safaris. Experience the perfect African family safari, or honeymoon safari in the diverse lands of Africa. To learn more about these amazing safari opportunities, contact us today at (877) 845-4802.