Botswana

One of the continent's most beautiful countries, Botswana has a rich archaeological, geological and natural history. Home to exceptionally biodiverse places, and incredible numbers of wildlife, we must admit that few places encapsulate the safari ethos and charm as well as 'The Gem of Africa' does. The Okavango Delta is the world's largest alluvial fan; a sprawling lush and glittering oasis of palm belts and grassy plains that host great herds of elephant, regular lion and cape buffalo interaction, prolific leopard populations and a growing number of wild dogs and rhinoceros. The Delta drains into the white sands of the Kalahari, the home of the San people and a wondrous expanse of arid beauty. In the Chobe area, visitors can partake in leisurely drifts down the Zambezi or the Chobe while viewing elephants descend to the water's edge to drink beneath a cloud of carmine bee-eaters.​ There is little wonder why some of the first wildlife films to ever depict the glory of Africa were shot in Botswana.

Mokoro safaris

Drift silently down magical channels of the delta, a thrill unmatched…

Meerkats of the Kalahari

Spend an evening or a morning with some of Africa’s most charismatic and entertaining animals!

There and back again...

The Okavango and the Kalahari are two of our most popular destinations, of both our guests and our team. It is always a great pleasure to receive such consistent feedback from people traveling to these places. Wonderful game viewing, great guides, stunning lodges, epic activities. What more is there? 
"All the lodges were great but you spoilt us at the start. Beagle Expeditions was on another level"
" Beagle Expeditions was exceptional - balanced diet at every meal, & the service allowed you to chose how much of what you wanted"
"Beagle - all the staff were fantastic but Jacob & Ace raised the bar. Effortlessly brilliant, welcomed us in, looked after us, but allowed us to see the world through their eyes, such a privilege."
"Exceptional. Talented, knowledgeable, kind, thoughtful & great fun"
"They totally did. Loved the mix of raw and lux, but Beagle camps were my fav ones that I felt the most connected there. The other camps totally lived up to expectations too."
"Every single person we met on the trip was incredibly warm, kind, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Ace being ACE obviously stood out for me. There’s something about his totally unscripted laid back vibes that made the whole experience feel even more special to me."
"Honestly, you guys nailed it! But if I had to suggest something, this is something that I picked up from a liveaboard dive trip I did. Like we had this daily highlight recap or mini slideshow lol in one of the evening after dinner."
"Absolutely brilliant like the kind of people who make you feel like you’re on the most epic school trip, but with cooler sightings and way better snacks! Perfect balance between professional and fun, full of knowledge, good vibes, and then there’s Andrew. The man somehow taught me more about creative photography while lying in the sand than my prof managed in four years of lectures in a fancy hall."

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Are you ready for one of Africa’s most renowned safari experiences?

Are you interested in a mokoro/canoeing safari?

Are interested in helicopter and horseback safaris?

Are you interested in seeing loads of the flagship species? Lion, leopard, elephant etc…

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Founders thoughts…

The Okavango Delta – It is almost fictional, the story of the Okavango delta. As great a river as any…except for that its water never reaches the ocean. Instead, the channels disperse into a 15 000 km² labyrinth of papyrus, white sands, crystal clear channels and palm belts. An oasis-like paradise, a place like no other. It is for good reason, therefore, that the Delta has been proclaimed one of Africa’s seven wonders, and officially recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site. Not only is this landscape as unique as it is beautiful, it also home to vast numbers of wildlife and colourful birds. Canoeing the channels can be an exhilarating introduction to the bubbling pods of hippo and prehistoric crocodiles dwelling in the waterways, whilst driving on safari will exhibit an endless array of fauna and flora, big and small. Often, though, it is only by air that one can grasp what an extraordinary place the Okavango really is. A woven landscape or glittering channels and green reeds, dotted by herds of elephant and buffalo in the hundreds.

The Kalahari – Derived from the Tswana word kgala meaning ‘the great thirst’ or kgalagadi meaning ‘a waterless place’, the Kalahari could be mistaken as a place one should avoid in their travels. Yet in this mythical place, sizing almost 900 000 km² lies a solace of peace and quiet that only a desert or semi-arid savannah can provide. A place where wind can blow dust for hundreds of kilometres before it settles. Where life springs from the sand in every direction. Elephants, cheetahs, brown hyenas and the famed Kalahari black-maned lions are amongst the creatures that will surprise you around each thicket or behind each dune. The Kalahari is also a stronghold for populations of meerkats, aardwolves, pangolins and aardvarks, making it the go-to destination in Africa to witness these rare and wonderful creatures. There’s room for everyone in the vastness of this place: the safari-goers, the explorers, the adventure seekers and those who just want to feel the silent energy of the Kalahari, those who want to feel the desert wind on their skin and stare into an endless starry sky.