Africa’s newest and possibly most exhilarating adventure…

Trail info
The high waters flowing through northern Botswana in 2009 will cause the Selinda Spillway to flow like it has not done for nearly thirty years and will enable adventurers the opportunity to experience a rare first. The Selinda Spillway is the setting for Botswana’s newest canoeing and walking safari. The route begins downstream from Motswiri Airfield in the north of the Okavango Delta and follows the Selinda Spillway eastwards for around 70km through the private 300 000 acre Selinda Reserve toward the Kwando River.

The Selinda Canoe Trail replicates the safari experiences of old as we navigate along the Selinda Spillway over three nights and four days, camping along the banks of the river in fly camps wherever we find ourselves at the end of the day.

The area is well known for elephant, buffalo, sable antelope, roan antelope, wild dog and one could very well come across lion, leopard, hyena and a variety of other species. Walking whenever we come across interesting sightings adds variety and exhilaration to the day’s activities. One of the highlights of this canoe safari is that it takes place well away from other people.

At the end of the three day canoe trail, guests may elect to stay on for an additional night at either Zarafa or Selinda camps.

Important Info:
Participants will need to be reasonably fit, even though the canoeing will be mainly downstream with a gentle current.

Each safari will be hosted by staff, including a chef, all working under the leadership of a guide.

There are limitations to ‘luggage’ and camp equipment is simple but comfortable.
Ablutions are quite basic.

The Selinda Canoe Trail operates from June to October each year, with set weekly departures. A minimum of two guests is required.

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