(Morning and afternoon) – There is a vast area to explore with opportunities abounding for wildlife sightings. The renowned Mababe Depression is a firm favourite. Approx. 3-4 hours (depending on animal sightings and guest preferences).

The bush holds many secrets if you know how and where to look! Your guide will point out tracks and signs of animals, insects, birds, trees and many other fascinating aspects of this unique environment with the potential of big game sightings in the company of an experienced guide. Approx. 2-3 hours. (Children 16 years and older).

Birding opportunities are excellent and included in all Nokanyana’s experiences.

Nature Hosts share their passion for nature in search of the area’s smaller natural miracles. Approx 2 hours. (Suitable for the whole family).

If you want to travel further afield and spend the whole day out in the bush, we can arrange a full day game drive. Explore further into the Moremi Game Reserve, Savute or Khwai. Each trip offers the possibility of an abundance of wildlife viewings, getting you up-close to the wondrous nature Botswana offers. Lunch will be set and drinks provided so you can leave early in the morning and return just before dark.

Game drives to Moremi and Savute are an optional extra

The tour will be led by a local guide who will explain fascinating aspects of village life such as architecture, religious beliefs, and fishing. You’ll also be able to talk to local craftspeople. Approx. 2 hours.

Elephant Havens is a non-profit organization working on the ground in Botswana to protect and preserve the African elephant. The orphanage rescues and hand-rears orphaned and abandoned baby elephants, with the goal of eventually releasing them back into the wild alongside other elephants. The organisation over and above works with communities to reduce conflict between villagers and elephants. Through education Elephant Havens hopes to instill an understanding of the importance of conservation and habitat protection in future generations

A visit to Elephant Havens with Helicopter Horizons includes return helicopter transfers, interaction with orphaned elephants, guided by informed and knowledgeable handlers, and a donation to the organisation.

Optional extra

Elephant Havens is a non-profit organization working on the ground in Botswana to protect and preserve the African elephant. The orphanage rescues and hand-rears orphaned and abandoned baby elephants, with the goal of eventually releasing them back into the wild alongside other elephants. The organisation over and above works with communities to reduce conflict between villagers and elephants. Through education Elephant Havens hopes to instill an understanding of the importance of conservation and habitat protection in future generations

A visit to Elephant Havens offers a chance to not only support the organisation, but up close interaction with orphaned elephants, guided by informed and knowledgeable handlers, and a donation to the organisation.

Optional extra

Scenic flights over the Delta can be combined with a visit to Elephant Havens or a morning Mokoro trail. Scenic flight options start at 30 min.