Botswana & Mozambique
Immersion in Nature's Greatest Theatre
Botswana boasts one of Earth’s richest ecosystems, with landscapes defined by the vast sands of the Kalahari Desert and the lush green plains of the Okavango Delta, where annual floods create a sanctuary for Southern Africa’s most iconic wildlife.
Your safari will begin at the exclusive Xigera Safari Lodge in the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Herds of magnificent elephants, towers of giraffes and roaming lions are just some of the impressive animals you can expect to see on game drives, and boat and helicopter trips offer incredible adventures within this the landscape. Following this, 1953 will take you east to Mozambique, known for its swaying palms, glistening waters, and white shores. You will stay at Kisawa Sanctuary, a secluded property in the Bazaruto Archipelago surrounded by serene golden sands, from which you can scuba dive and snorkel in the crystal-clear Indian Ocean. A visit to the Bazaruto Center of Scientific Studies follows, where dugongs and humpback whales are researched, and with 1953’s conservation network we can organise an opportunity to learn more about these magnificent whales. A trip that journeys from the lively wilderness of Botswana to the tranquil coast of Mozambique, experience the natural wonder of Africa’s diverse landscape.
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Mokoro & Boating Safaris in Okavango Delta
Discover the Okavango Delta’s wilderness from a unique perspective as you glide through flooded channels in a mokoro. In Xigera’s river-rich area, the mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe carved from a single tree trunk, has been a means of transportation for centuries. To fully explore the stunning floodplains and narrow channels, you can also opt for a motorboat to navigate the deeper rivers and lagoons, home to crocodiles and large groups of hippos.
Botswana Helicopter Adventures
Botswana includes many fascinating locations and wildlife hotspots to explore. Elephants Havens, an elephant orphanage within the Okavango Delta, is a remarkable destination accessible by helicopter, offering an up-close experience with these playful animals. Tsodillo Hills is another extraordinary spot. Rising above the Kalahari Desert, this sacred UNESCO-listed site features around 4,500 rock paintings, some dating back over 26,000 years.
Searching for Humpback Whales
Between July and October, humpback whales migrate annually to the warm waters of the Mozambique Channel, where the temperature is ideal for breeding. They come to mate, give birth, and raise their calves. In collaboration with the Bazaruto Center of Scientific Studies, we can arrange for you to join scientists on research missions to learn about these unique whales.
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Xigera
A safari camp unlike any other, this uniquely designed lodge blends a unique aesthetic with a profound celebration of the surrounding wilderness. Nestled by the floodplains in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve, this remarkable lodge has 12 uniquely designed stilted suites that are nearly hidden beneath the canopy of indigenous trees. The lodge champions pan-African art and design, with visuals celebrating creativity inspired by the natural palette and Okavango surroundings. Unique pieces range from elaborate four-poster beds and totemic sculptures in the Boma. Xigera’s power is supplied by renewable solar, thus preventing the release of about 191 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
Kisawa
Located within one of the most stunning coasts in Africa on Mozambique’s southern tip of Benguerra Island, this retreat offers an unparalleled tropical escape across its 300-hectare expanse of forest, beach, and massive sand dunes. Kisawa’s architecture, designed to be minimally invasive to the environment, ensures the property harmoniously integrates with the surrounding landscape. Each residence is discreetly nestled within its own one-acre private plot, offering heightened space and privacy. These stunning homes feature beautiful private swimming pools, exclusive beachfront areas, relaxation decks and outdoor kitchens.
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