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waterfall These waterfalls are worth a look at any time, but they are at their prettiest in the rainy season. If you're thinking, 'who cares what they look like, I just want a place to cool off', then they're best for swimming in the dry season. There is also a brilliant escarpment for rock climbing not far from the falls.
archaeological site ; mountain The four Tsodilo Hills rise abruptly from a rippled, oceanlike expanse of desert and are threaded with myth, legend and spiritual significance for the San people. More than 2750 ancient rock paintings have been discovered at well over 200 sites. And as in most of southern Africa, the majority of these are attributed to...
The Mokolodi Wildlife Foundation was formed in 1991 with the aim of promoting wildlife conservation and environmental education for the children of Botswana. The first project of the Foundation was the creation of the Mokolodi Nature Reserve in 1994 on 30 square km of donated land outside Gaborone, the capital of Botswana. In addition to naturally-occurring...
Described as 'the river which never finds the sea', the Okavango disappears into a 15,000 sq km (5850 sq mi) maze of lagoons, channels and islands in north-western Botswana. It's the largest inland delta in the world, and it teems with wildlife. Most obvious are the birds - thousands upon thousands of them - but there are also elephant, zebra, buffalo,...
This is one of the highlights of any visit to Benin or the whole of West Africa. You and your guide will seek out over 217 different species of birds and 45 different species of mammals including baboons, lions, elephants, and water buffalo just to name a few. Don't miss this opportunity to visit one of Benin's greatest tourist attractions. Attractions...
Tanougou has a microclimate ideally suited for an escape to relaxation. A visit here is also and excellent opportunity to do ecotourism. Attractions The Cascade For 300CFA one can visit this beautiful environment just 300 meters from hotels. Stay to see the beauty of nature or swim in the natural pools. Events/Activities - Walking Excursions A walk...
national park Pendjari may be a tiny corner of Benin, but it teems with hippos, lions, elephants, baboons and warthogs. What's more, there's a very good chance of seeing them all if you keep your peepers peeled.
national park ; river Kissama (also spelt Quiçama) is a stunning habitat of broad grasslands and coastal savanna. The Atlantic Ocean marks 120km (74mi) of its western boundary, while the perennial Cuanza River courses to its north, creating rich flood plains. The park's wildlife population is gradually recovering with careful management after years...
volcano ; beach Largely unaffected by the war, Lubango provides access to the beautiful beaches of Namibe. En route, watch for the Tunda-Vala volcanic fissure, where you can climb to 2600km (1615mi) above sea level. The view of a sheer drop to sea level is quite spectacular.
Lesotho's first national park is remote and rugged - this sense of separation from the rest of the world is the main attraction. There are relatively few animals other than a rare Maloti minnow (thought to be extinct but rediscovered in the Tsoelikana River), rare birds such as the bearded vulture, and the odd rhebok or baboon.
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