Horseback Safaris in Africa
From the endless horizons of Makgadikgadi to the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta, horseback riding in Botswana offers a unique way to explore these remote, wildlife-rich areas
Botswana is the ultimate destination for an African horseback safari. Venturing into pristine wilderness on horseback allows you to get as close as safely possible to wildlife, as the animals don’t see horses and riders as a threat.
Imagine your experienced guide leading you through a range of awe-inspiring ecosystems, where you encounter a variety of wildlife that’s unbothered by your presence. Whether you’re cantering along with plains game or taking a slow walk while watching a herd of elephants swim, these are all moments that will stay with you long after you return home.
Experience Botswana’s wildlife from a new perspective
Access remote areas not accessible to vehicles
Explore contrasting landscapes in the Okavango and Kalahari
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Where to Stay
For horseback safaris in the Okavango Delta, we highly recommend Macatoo Camp. Owned and operated by African Horseback Safaris, it’s the perfect place for experienced riders who are comfortable exploring the remote depths of the Delta in the saddle. Accompanied by extremely knowledgeable and experienced guides, you’ll ride through breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and the lush vegetation for up to six hours per day.
For something vastly different from the Okavango’s verdant vegetation, horseback safaris on the Makgadikgadi salt pans offer a unique, terrestrial experience. Camp Kalahari has a wide variety of activities, and horseback safaris are one of their most popular. The camp offers shorter rides for beginners or multi-day epics for more experienced riders. Here, you’ll come across stunning landscapes and could enjoy more unusual animal sightings, such as brown hyena, aardvark, meerkat, and flamingo, among the usual plains game like zebra and waterbuck, as well as elephant and giraffe.
Related Lodges
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Camp Kalahari
From AU$1,502 – AU$1,969 ppCamp Kalahari is the laid-back, more affordable sister property to Jack’s Camp and San Camp, all operated by Natural Selection. Offering adventurous, explorer-style accommodation, Camp Kalahari is cosy, hospitable, and family-friendly, with a terrific…
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Macatoo Camp
From AU$1,162 – AU$1,856 ppMacatoo Camp is owned and operated by African Horseback Safaris. As the company’s name suggests, this is primarily a horse-riding camp, but other activities are available too. All the guides have ample experience, so you’re in safe hands here! The…
