Okavango Delta - Botswana

Season - Autumn

Average Temperature for May - 21 Celcius

What to do ?

A water-based safari in the world's biggest inland delta.

Why go ?

Although the rainy season has largely passed by May, the Okavango Delta is slowly filling up with all the water that has fallen in the past few months, much of it trickling down from the Angolan highlands. As the rest of the country starts drying up, the Delta's surging waters start plenty of game who will pass winter here, with ample water supply. The higher water levels also mean you can enjoy mokoro (traditional dug-out canoe) rides and spells on high-speed motor boats.

When to book ?

Botswana is almost always in demand because of its fantastic game viewing and premium lodges. Although May isn't quite peak season yet, it's worth booking as early in the year as possible to secure