Selinda Adventure Trail - has been discontinued

Selinda Adventure Trail takes travelers to the remote interior of the 330,000 acre Selinda Reserve of northern Botswana. The Selinda Adventure Trail is a walking and canoeing expedition along the Selinda Spillway run under the guidance of professional guides whose intimate knowledge of the bush curates a memorable physical, spiritual and cultural journey through the wilderness. The trail replicates the safari experiences of old as adventurers chart a course along the Selinda Spillway and into the remote woodlands of the vast Selinda Reserve on a 4 Day / 3 Night adventure. 

The best time of year for canoeing is generally June to end of August but water levels vary annually. All three nights are spent in fly camps along the Selinda Spillway at pre-arranged sites. The days are spent paddling or walking along the Spillway and into the woodlands of the reserve. Along either route travelers can expect to come across several diverse species of wildlife that inhabit the Selinda Reserve. The area is well known for some of Botswana’s largest herds of buffalo, elephant, roan antelope, African wild dog leopard and over 300 species of bird.

When canoeing, each canoe has two guests as well as their bed-rolls and soft bags. Participants paddle their own canoes each day. No previous paddling, canoeing or walking safari experience is needed as tuition and safety briefings are given – but participants must be fit enough to paddle their own canoes and be prepared to walk between camps when water levels are not sufficiently high on the Selinda Spillway. When walking each guest will be supplied with a day backpack, which will include water and snacks. An armed, qualified walking guide as well as an experienced tracker will be with you at all times as you explore the banks of the Spillway as well as the more remote areas of the Selinda Reserve. Walking is an integral component of the adventure and allows for access to new islands and lagoons. Even when you are on a canoe safari, each day includes walking experiences to investigate areas of regular predator activity or wildlife sightings. 

Brunch is taken around mid-morning and light snacks are available throughout the day for sustenance until dinner. At night, the deep silence is punctuated by nocturnal sounds, from croaking frogs to roaring lion or the hyena’s whooping call. Guests are not expected to put up their tents or help with the cooking and camp chores as our staff are always on hand to ensure your meals are spent relaxing. Walk-in canvas Kodiak tents are provided as they are comfortable and large enough for two people. Separate screened bucket showers with hot and cold water are also supplied. On the last morning of the Selinda Adventure Trail, after a short morning walk or canoe, we end with a relaxed game drive from the final camp to the Selinda Airstrip for your onward departure.

The Selinda Adventure Trail truly defines adventure whilst bringing you closer to nature and creating a sense of being immersed within the wilderness.